In this conversation, Chef Lynn Crawford discusses her move to the country, her passion for gardening, and her upcoming book. She emphasizes the joy of growing and cooking with fresh ingredients and the importance of sharing food with family and friends. Tommy and Debbie ask her about creating new communities through food and the benefits of planting food to live off your land. They also touch on the challenges of being a chef and the decision to leave the restaurant industry. Listeners also get to hear about Chef Lynn's upcoming plant-based cookbook. Chapters (00:00) Living a Connected Life: Chef Lynn Crawford's Journey to the Country (09:20) The Joy of Gardening: Teaching Children About Food (18:06) Preserving the Harvest: Tips for Preserving Tomatoes (23:57) The Generosity of Cooking: Sharing Food with Others (24:44) Creating New Communities Through Food (25:40) The Benefits of Working from Home (27:23) The Next Chapter: Leaving the Restaurant Industry (31:06) Surrounding Oneself with the Best People (48:26) Chef Lynn's Upcoming Plant-Based Cookbook More about Chef Lynn Crawford: Acclaimed Food Network celebrity chef and bestselling author, Chef Lynn Crawford has over 25 years of culinary experience, including many years as executive chef for the Four Seasons Hotels in Toronto and New York. One of the highest profile chefs in the country and a genuine household name, she is continually sought after as a dynamic host, public speaker, brand ambassador, spokesperson and mentor. Chef Lynn has released three best-selling cookbooks “Pitchin’ In” (2012), “At Home with Lynn Crawford” (2013) and the award winning “Farm to Chef” (2017). Chef Lynn is the winner of the 2017 Gourmand World Cookbook Award, and recipient of the 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award by Canada’s 100 Best. Chef Lynn starred in Food Network’s hit series Pitchin’ In, which was nominated for Gemini Awards, both as a series and for her dynamic hosting, in 2010, 2011 and 2013. She can also be seen competing as an Iron Chef in Kitchen Stadium on Iron Chef Canada. Chef Lynn has appeared as a competitor on Top Chef Masters and Iron Chef America. Chef Lynn was a regular judge on Top Chef Canada and Chopped Canada, co-host of The Great Canadian Cookbook and Restaurant Makeover and is an Expert on the Marilyn Denis Show. Chef Lynn, a longtime supporter of the farm-to-table movement and sustainability, is also the Chef Ambassador for Egg Farmers of Canada. She is a dedicated philanthropist, giving back by participating in several charitable initiatives. Follow her adventures on Instagram  and Twitter or visit her website: https://cheflynncrawford.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices