Taste the Comox Valley: Tune In to the Edible Valley Podcast
If you love sinking your teeth into local flavor, meeting the people behind your favorite meals, and exploring the deep connection between our community and the land, then it’s time to subscribe to the Edible Valley Podcast.
This ongoing audio series is your essential guide to the vibrant culinary heart of Vancouver Island. Hosted by renowned Chef Jonathan Frazier and sustainability advocate William Stringer, the podcast digs past the plate to tell the fascinating, delicious stories of the chefs, farms, and food producers who make the Comox Valley a truly world-class culinary destination.
The Stories Behind the Ingredients
The Comox Valley's food scene isn't just about what you eat—it's about how it's grown and who makes it. The Edible Valley Podcast excels at telling these tales. Each episode celebrates the hard work and passion that goes into local food production, covering everything from sustainable farming practices to local ingredients harvested from the forest, fields, and sea.
You'll get an intimate look at the people shaping our food culture. Previous episodes have taken listeners on journeys with artisans like Natural Pastures Cheese Company, exploring the meticulous process of crafting award-winning artisan cheese, and visiting unique, biodiverse operations like Shamrock Farm, which cultivates specialty produce alongside handcrafted soaps.
A Deep Dive into Local Flavours and Seasons
Whether it’s a chat about the incredible diversity of local squash during harvest time or a deep dive into the sweet-tart world of wild blackberries, the hosts use seasonal ingredients as a jumping-off point to explore regional flavors and culinary history.
Host William Stringer brings his passion for the farm-to-table movement and environmental consciousness, ensuring the show always highlights eco-conscious food choices and the deep-rooted connection the Comox Valley has to its natural bounty. Meanwhile, Chef Jonathan Frazier shares culinary secrets and interviews industry experts, ensuring you get practical cooking tips and insight into the newest trends.
The podcast also keeps you connected to the broader culinary community, covering events with the North Vancouver Island Culinary Association (NVICA) and collaborations with top-tier chefs, proving that the Comox Valley is a hub for culinary excellence.
Tune In and Savour the Journey
Ready to discover the secrets, the passion, and the flavors of our region?
Join the Edible Valley community and let Chef Jonathan and William be your guides to the edible adventures waiting in the Comox Valley.
Listen to the Edible Valley Podcast and explore episodes here: https://www.ediblevalley.com
Catch up on companion blog posts and show notes: https://ediblevalley.wordpress.com
