It’s a hot and spicy episode of the Seeds & Weeds Podcast! Today we’re chatting with Mara Welton, who serves as director of programs for Slow Food USA. We’re going to dig into some of the incredible work that Slow Food does to support local and regional food systems and we’ll talk about Mara’s seasonal food truck. Then we’re going to play chili pepper trivia! Mara Welton is a farmer, chef, community organizer and director of programs for Slow Food USA. Mara is actively involved in a number of Slow Food’s most impactful programs including the Plant a Seed Campaign and the Ark of Taste. Today we’ll learn more about Mara’s work with Slow Food and Chile Colorado, the food truck she runs with her husband that celebrates the flavors of the American Southwest. Then we’ll play a round of chili pepper trivia! You can learn more about Slow Food USA at www.slowfoodusa.org Before the interview Bevin catches us up on his busy spring season, including his recent book tour in Wisconsin and he drops some hints about a new project that he’s working on for Timber Press! You can stay up to date with all of Bevin’s adventures and shop for his books at www.BevinCohen.com Big thanks to everyone that has left us reviews on Apple, Spotify and any other podcast platforms, we appreciate you! And remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm Connect with us! IG: @small_house_farm FB: @smallhousefarm YT: @smallhousefarm www.seedsandweedspodcast.com  Support the show EZ Swap PotsGet in touch with your roots with this revolutionary line of easily transplantable fabric pots and reusable basket inserts. Handmade in Wisconsin, EZ Swap Pots make transplanting super EZ! With their stylish modern design, and long lasting heavy duty construction, your EZ Swap Pots can be reused for multiple gardening seasons. Your 'Swapportunity' awaits with EZ Swap Pots.. Available at EZSwapPots.com The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company / rareseeds.com,  America’s top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world. Join us this September 12th through 14th at the Ventura County Fairgrounds in Ventura, California, for The National Heirloom Expo. Find out more at theheirloomexpo.com. Support the show