Michael Drabenstott
Program HostMichael Drabenstott is host of The Inside Dish, a monthly program highlighting the exploding Lehigh Valley food and culinary scene. He interviews restaurateurs, artisans and others involved in bringing a unique assortment of foods and beverages to our region.
Michael has been involved in the food business since he waited tables at private clubs and upscale restaurants in his 20's. As a marketing consultant, he has worked with more than a dozen restaurants on branding, promotion and publicity. An accomplished home chef who loves makes everything from bolognese sauce to chicken vindaloo, Michael loves sharing his passion for the culinary arts.
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Michael Drabenstott is joined by Tammie Rinker and Dawn Fenner of Essentials Cafe, a nonprofit pay-what-you-can cafe working to build a community of people that help to feed each other.
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Michael Drabenstott sits down with Amirah Mitchell from Sistah Seeds to talk about her work of saving seeds from the African Diaspora to grow culturally significant vegetables, herbs, and grains.
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Michael Drabenstott talks to Milissa and Eric Smith of Richmond Farm and Brewery about creating a special brewery experience in an original barn for and with the help of the local community.
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Michael Drabenstott welcomes Alan Pitotti of Dolce Patisserie to discuss his handmade and expertly-crafted chocolates, candies, and desserts.
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Mike Drabenstott welcomes Andrea Rincon of Queso at Casa to talk about the restaurant's unique menu that provides not only great taste, but also a fun experience.
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Mike Drabenstott welcomes Patrick Duffy and Carrie Havranek from Edible Lehigh Valley to talk about the magazine's origins, purpose, and goal of highlighting the area's vast restaurant scene.
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Mike Drabenstott welcomes Adama Coulibaly and Habiba Diaby from Nkasso, an African restaurant in Allentown to talk about the origins of the business, their variety of African dishes, the meaning behind the restaurant's name, and more.
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Santiago to the SouthSide: Crafting the Perfect Donut with Donerds' Andy Underwood | The Inside DishMike Drabenstott welcomes Andy Underwood from Donerds Donuts, which just recently opened a new location in Bethlehem.
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Mike Drabenstott sits down with Jason Hoy, co-owner of Kabinett Wine Bar and Garden in Easton to talk about their extensive wine list, worldly cuisine, and more.
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Mike Drabenstott dives into the local craft beer and spirit market with Greg Smith and Dipesh Chauhan from Hop Hill Brewing Co. and Three Little Birds Distillery.