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Aster Midland: From Michelin to Michigan
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المحتوى المقدم من Cliff Duvernois. يتم تحميل جميع محتويات البودكاست بما في ذلك الحلقات والرسومات وأوصاف البودكاست وتقديمها مباشرة بواسطة Cliff Duvernois أو شريك منصة البودكاست الخاص بهم. إذا كنت تعتقد أن شخصًا ما يستخدم عملك المحمي بحقوق الطبع والنشر دون إذنك، فيمكنك اتباع العملية الموضحة هنا https://ar.player.fm/legal.
What does it take to transform a hidden gem into a beloved local eatery? In this episode of 'Total Michigan,' host Cliff Duvernois interviews Evan Sumrell, chef and owner of Aster restaurant in Midland, Michigan. Evan shares his culinary journey from Georgia to Chicago and ultimately to Michigan, revealing the challenges and inspirations behind opening Aster. He emphasizes the importance of sustainability, community, and seasonality in his farm-to-table concept, and discusses the unique offerings and practices that set Aster apart.
Key points discussed include
- Evan's roots and culinary background
- The philosophy behind Aster
- The hurdles faced in establishing and promoting the restaurant
Links:
Aster Midland Website: https://www.astermichigan.com/
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Show Notes:
00:00 Introduction
01:21 The Concept Behind Aster
02:18 Evan's Culinary Journey
05:20 The Chicago Experience
11:34 Farm-to-Table Philosophy
14:26 Supporting Local Farmers
15:40 Sustainability Practices
16:58 Challenges of Opening a Restaurant
21:30 Managing Stress and Creativity
24:55 Signature Dishes at Aster
27:35 How to Find Aster
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