In the latest episode of the Taste of Harmons Podcast, Pat Ford from Beehive Cheese Company joins our hosts Chef Lesli Sommerdorf and Brandon Young to regale us with the tale of how two white-collar business owners took a career U-turn and became local artisan cheesemakers. Pat shares the stories behind their unique, tasty, and award-winning cheeses, including Barely Buzzed, which got a shout out from Oprah Winfrey and their newest customer favorite, Pour Me a Slice. 

In the latest episode of the Taste of Harmons, guest Aaron Ballard, executive chef for Harmons, joins our hosts Chef Lesli Sommerdorf and Brandon Young as they dive into the origin story for the first Thanksgiving. From the trials the pilgrims faced to the eventual Harvest Feast they celebrated, all aspects of the history behind the holiday are covered. With plenty of recipe ideas for your current day feast, you’ll want to tune in to the lively discussion.

Join our hosts Chef Lesli and Brandon as they talk turkey with Heidi Diestel Orrock from Diestel Family Ranch. In the latest episode of the Taste of Harmons Podcast, Heidi gives us the skinny (or plump and juicy?) on raising turkeys sustainably and ethically, and the Diestel difference that makes their product stand out above the others. You’ll especially want to tune in to learn how their pecan-smoked turkey was actually conceived while breaking bread with Harmons Executive Chef Aaron Ballard. 

In this episode, Rico Brand’s Jorge Fierro joins our hosts Chef Lesli and Brandon to share his inspiring story. As an immigrant, Jorge has embraced his journey and his love for America by giving to others, particularly with the Burrito Project SLC, a program that feeds the homeless and hungry. Tune in to hear Jorge’s take on what it means to be an American, follow your “journey” without regret, and “Find what you love to do and let it kill you.”

It’s that time of year again, and we’re celebrating all the magical pumpkins, squash, and gourds that come into our stores around Halloween. Aaron Smart joins our hosts Brandon and Chef Lesli for a fascinating look into the numerous varieties of gourds. Aaron is the produce manager at our Emigration Market, and he has an incredible depth of knowledge when it comes to the Cucurbita family. You’ll want to tune in as he talks about his personal favorites, the recipes and meals you can make, and...

Harmons is local to the core, and in our latest episode of the Taste of Harmons Podcast, Todd Jensen joins our hosts Brandon Young and Chef Lesli Sommerdorf. Todd is the executive vice president of sales for Harmons, and in that role, he gets to meet all the local Utah producers who become our partners. He’s got some great stories to tell, and you won’t want to miss this episode, which is filled with information about joining Harmons as a partner.

September is National Family Meals Month, and in the latest episode of our Taste of Harmons Podcast, Harmons Chef Debbie Iverson and Harmons Dietitian Heather Lieber join hosts Brandon Young and Chef Lesli Sommerdorf for a lively discussion about family meals, how to make them happen, and involving children in the cooking process. For many great and wonderful family recipes go to https://harmonsgrocery.com

One of Harmons partners, and one of our Local Grant Winners for 2020, Salsa Queen, joins Chef Lesli and Brandon as they chat about the salsa-making business, how Covid has impacted their production, and the beautiful memory in which the Day of the Dead logo is used. Visit https://harmonsgrocery.com #MyHarmons

The sound! The smell! It's Chile Roast time! Chef Lesli and Brandon chat with Chef Aaron and Robert Seegmiller about this wonderful time of year. Come learn how we started this delicious event and be sure to get your Chile Roast on!

Chef Lesli and Brandon sit down with Chef Aaron to chat Utah Pioneer Day, called Pie and Beer Day for some, and Utah's origin of food favorites. For more information and recipes visit https://harmonsgrocery.com

Chef Lesli and Brandon have a nice and informative chat with one of Harmons Grocery's partners, Braedon Paramore with Bar 10 Beef where they discuss all things cattle, the environmental impact, and the beef we consume. 

Chef Lesli and Brandon are joined once again by the Specialty Cheese buyer of Harmons Grocery, Mariah Christensen, to talk about the wonderful world of cheese. Find out the origins of blue cheese, who has the best cheese of the year, and more. Go to https://HarmonsGrocery.com for more information and subscribe to Taste of Harmons!

Brandon and Chef Lesli sit down with Brent Anderson, Founder and CEO, and Jennifer Boone, Endotherm Keeper at Loveland Living Planet Aquarium to talk their partnership with Harmons Grocery, as well as discussing environmental challenges, sustainability, and animal diets.

Learn all about Harmons Grocery's made-fresh salsa in the produce department, from its origins, the two years it took to develop, and its many uses as a dipped item or as a condiment. Brandon and Chef Lesli sit down with Bob Harmon, Harmons Grocery's Chairman of the Customer, and Robert Seegmiller, the Produce Sales Director to learn all about our salsa.

Chef Lesli and Brandon practice social distancing from their homes and have an interview with Amanda Hammond, a floral manager at Harmons Traverse Mountain to talk all things Mother's Day, and later with Cheryl Kellen about Harmons flowers.

Dietitian Sarah Kiel joins Chef Lesli Sommerdorf and Brandon Young to share some of the tips she’s using to stay sane and healthy in this trying time. #MyHarmons

Harmons Grocery's very own Chef Lesli and Brandon have a sit down chat with Tom Bench, founder and owner of Hollow Tree Honey to discuss everything honeybees- from the differences between the queen to drones, hive collapse, the problems with almond production, and the taste of natural, raw, local honey.

Welcome to the latest episode of Taste of Harmons podcast. In this installment Chef Lesli and Brandon Young, together with our special guests Will Gillane and Paul Konopelski from Bohemian Brewery, explore craft beer. They discuss the making of beer and everything that goes into the craft, as well as tasting notes and flavor profiles to determine what types of beer someone likes.

In this episode, Brandon and Chef Lesli were able to sit down and chat with the Caffe Ibis Director of Coffee, Brandon Despain! Seriously, how awesome is that title? Brandon travels around the world for Caffe Ibis finding the best of the best to add to their coffee line. He is here to share the Caffe Ibis story, explain how coffee is produced, direct vs. fair trade and so much more. Take a listen!

Chef Lesli and Brandon sit down and have a lengthy discussion with Chef Callyn regarding plant based cooking, her culinary background, and meat alternatives such as Tempeh. For more information and healthy plant based recipes visit HarmonsGrocery.com

This week Mariah Christensen is back to talk a little bit about bean-to-bar chocolate with Chef Lesli and Brandon. Here she explains the difference between craft and candy chocolate, flavor notes, and why we put chocolate in the same category as cheese.

On this episode of "Taste of Harmons" we meet with Chef Aaron and Dietitian Jonnell to talk about cooking oils. We're answering the question: Why does what oil you cook with matter? Join hosts Brandon and Chef Lesli as they discuss the variety of oils, smoke points, health benefits,  and more.

Chef Lesli and Brandon speak with one of the Dietitian's from Harmons Grocery, Ashley Quadros, about healthy eating misconceptions, intuitive eating, and so much more!

This week we’re here with Sara Lund and Ryan Santos from Honest John Bitters to talk about bitters. Listen and learn a little about the company and the brand, how they make their bitters, and so much more!

Welcome to the pilot episode of the Taste of Harmons podcast! Today we’re talking cheese: tips and tricks for a beginner’s cheese board, what flavors are trending, and a few stories of some really unique cheeses. And find videos, photos, and other information in every episode’s blog!