Stephen Nasiatka of StephenUncorked shares about how wine brings people together, from creative pairings to curated events. This Cooking Chat episode also previews an upcoming nonprofit fundraiser featuring excellent wine paired with Cuban food.

Cooking Chat host David Crowley talks with Stephen about how wine can spark meaningful connections, the origins of Stephen’s wine journey, and the creative ways he curates tasting experiences for nonprofits, businesses, and community gatherings.

Topics include:

• A unique Pinot Noir pairing with lobster mac & cheese.

• How Stephen turned a passion for wine into a community-building business.

• Tips for designing wine events that foster authentic networking.

• Preview of pairings to try with Cuban cuisine at an upcoming Social Capital Inc. fundraiser at Gustazo Waltham.

• Insights into Stephen’s wine portfolio and philosophy of “drink less, drink better”.

This Cooking Chat podcast episode features Celine Kimberly of Nouvelle Maison, a French fine-provisions café in Winchester, MA, to talk cheese, Old World–style wines, and effortless pairings.

In this interview with host David Crowley from Cooking Chat, the episode covers:

• Childhood food memories from France that inspired her love of markets and seasonal ingredients

• Transitioning from a corporate career into running a specialty French food store

• What visitors will find inside Nouvelle Maison: cheeses, charcuterie, baked goods, wine, spirits, and more

• Focus on small-scale French and local producers, with direct ties to family businesses

• Community events like wine and cheese tastings and hands-on classes

• Insights into French food culture, quality sourcing, and resources for learning more

• Off-the-beaten-path travel ideas in France, from Brittany to the Basque region

Heidi Herman, author of The Hidden Vegetables Cookbook, joins David Crowley on the Cooking Chat podcast to share her journey from lifelong veggie-averse eater to creative veggie enthusiast. Discover the inspiration behind her cookbook, packed with 90 recipes for adults who want to eat healthier without sacrificing taste. Heidi reveals practical tips for prepping, storing, and freezing veggies, plus creative hacks to incorporate them into every meal—even desserts! Learn how to enjoy more vegetables, reduce kitchen waste, and make plant-based eating approachable for everyone. Whether you love or loathe veggies, this episode offers expert advice, surprising stats, and easy ideas to boost your nutrition and flavor.