Tune in Sunday, November 23, at 9pm on AM 970: The Answer, for Culinary Confidential. Host Christina Cates sits down with Chef Jason Weiner and restaurateur Eric Lemonides, the duo behind Almond in Bridgehampton—renowned for its farm-to-table ethos and seasonal menus.
For more than two decades, Almond has been where local farmers, fishermen, and foragers find a seat at the table. Its chalkboard menus shift with the tides and the soil, serving food rooted in integrity, not gimmicks. As Thanksgiving approaches, Jason and Eric explore what it means to champion local agriculture, how the East End dining scene has evolved, and why supporting small purveyors is both hospitality and stewardship.
Guest Spotlight: Weiner & Lemonides
- Chef Jason Weiner: Almond’s culinary engine, known for letting peak-season ingredients lead the way. Expect kitchen stories, sharp insights, and how he keeps menus aligned with the farm and the dock.
- Eric Lemonides (Restaurateur): The heartbeat of Almond’s hospitality, connecting front-of-house to community. He’ll share how trust with purveyors, staff culture, and long-term collaborations shape Almond’s enduring vibe.
Together, they’ve made Almond a Hamptons staple, proving farm-to-table isn’t a fad—it’s a philosophy.
About the Host: Christina Cates
A hospitality veteran with 20+ years of experience, Christina blends insider knowledge with storytelling that makes every interview feel like a seat at the chef’s table. From Tavern on the Green to Almond Tribeca, her career spans iconic venues. Known for curiosity and wit, she spotlights culinary trailblazers and food movements with depth and delight.
Why This Episode Matters
- Seasonal integrity: Menus built around tide and soil
- Community stewardship: Small purveyors as the backbone of hospitality
- Transparency in sourcing: Farm-to-table beyond the buzzword
- Thanksgiving prep: Keeping holiday cooking grounded and generous
Catch Culinary Confidential on AM 970: The Answer (NY Tri-State area) or stream online here: https://culinaryconfidentialchristina.com/
Replays available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon, and YouTube.
Set your dial. Set your course. This Sunday at 9pm -- broadcast with flavor, seasoned with truth.
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