{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Johnson City Living","title":"209. Nathan Brand Launching New Gourmet Food and Wine Store in Johnson City","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/ace664e2\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2842,"description":"About the Guest:Nathan Brand is a seasoned culinary expert and entrepreneur known for his transformative contributions to the restaurant industry. As a former chef and partner at the renowned Timber! restaurant, Nathan has established himself as a figure of innovation in modern dining. Currently, he embarks on a new business venture, launching a retail food and wine shop focusing on charcuterie, cheeses, wines, and gourmet products. His commitment to sourcing quality ingredients and offering unique gastronomic experiences underscores his reputation as a pioneer in the local culinary landscape.Episode Summary:Join Colin Johnson as he sits down with Nathan Brand for an engaging discussion about culinary passions, entrepreneurship, and creating a balance between work and family. In this enlightening episode, Nathan returns to the podcast to share insights about his new venture—a retail food and wine store that aims to bring gourmet experiences to Johnson City. Throughout the conversation, Nathan reveals his journey from being a partner at Timber to stepping into the world of retail with a focus on specialized, regional products like Benton's ham, unique cheeses, and natural wines, catering to discerning palates.In exploring his motivations, Nathan speaks about his new business as a returning guest on the Colin and Carly Group show. He discusses the inspiration behind his concept, touching upon the scarcity of certain high-quality products in Johnson City and his desire to make gourmet flavors accessible to the local community. The episode dives into how Nathan's background as a chef and restaurateur fuels his pursuit of innovation in the food industry. From sourcing premium ingredients to creating a space for culinary exploration, Nathan's new endeavor reflects his passion and expertise in delivering exceptional dining experiences.Key Takeaways:Shifting Career Paths: Nathan Brand moves from the restaurant industry to launching a food and wine retail venture.Regional...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/kVR7xJ03NYhfF8_sXtvBTfSHl3i_ZVCt1UjNi6axA5o/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zMjQw/NGFjNzI2N2RiMTky/ZmZiMTFmOTA5YThl/MWViNi5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}