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Podcast: Pot Luck Food Talks: Kitchen Stories From Behind the Pass
Episode: From Lab to Table: Cristina MegÃas on Scaling Noma’s Culinary Creations for the Home Kitchen
Description: In this episode, Eric sits down with Cristina MegÃas, Head of Production and Development at Noma Projects, at Noma's pop-up restaurant in Kyoto. Cristina shares her fascinating journey from gastronomy science to working at Noma's fermentation lab and scaling innovative food products. They discuss the origins of Noma Projects, the creative process behind key ingredients like mushroom garum and wild rose vinegar, and the complexities of bringing Nordic-inspired condiments to the global stage. With Kyoto as the backdrop, Cristina reflects on Japanese craftsmanship, sustainability, and the cultural sensitivities that continue to inspire her work.Check out m...