The Spontaneous Table

The Spontaneous Table Episode 11 - Liz Della Croce

Host George Aquino sits down with long time friend and popular blogger Liz Della Croce. Liz details how growing up in a large ethnically diverse family helped her discover her passion for food and cooking. It passion which eventually led to the creation of the wildly successful “The Lemon Bowl” blog. The West Michigan native also shares her philosophy of families and food, chronicles how she created “The Lemon Bowl” and talks about the winning recipe which put her on national TV.

The Spontaneous Table Episode 10 - Mimi Fritz

Host George Aquino spends an hour with long time friend, and President and CEO of the Grand Rapids Market, Mimi Fritz.  Mimi and George discuss what it was like growing up in West Michigan and then traveling the world as an adult.  The two also detail the wonderful assortment of shops, services and attractions at the Grand Rapids Market.

The Spontaneous Table Episode 9 - Chris Perkey

George spends an hour with Chris Perkey, Head Chef and Owner of Osteria Rossa in Grand Rapids.  Chris shares the highlights of his early years working in Chicago, where he honed his craft, became a head chef at a very early age and spent invaluable time working with Wolfgang Puck.  Chris also talks about the trials and successes of opening Osteria Rossa and reviews the current culinary scene in Grand Rapids.

The Spontaneous Table Episode 8 - Todd Webb

In this episode,  George Aquino welcomes in Todd Webb, Executive Chef at JW Marriott in Grand Rapids.  Todd recalls his early days working at resorts throughout Norther Michigan and how those experiences led him to where he is today.   The stories of his extensive travels over the years gives us a fascinating look at how food is viewed by different cultures around the world.  George and Chef Webb also give us an in depth look at the current culinary scene in Grand Rapids.

The Spontaneous Table - Episode 7 Jeremy Paquin

George Aquino sits down with West Michigan native Jeremy Paquin, Executive Chef at Grove Restaurant in Grand Rapids. The conversation with Jeremy ranges from the pitfalls and successes of owning his own restaurant in Muskegon too his decision to accept the head spot at Grove. They also talk about the West Michigan food scene, creativity in the kitchen and maintaining a positive work environment.