Hey hey Food Explorers! I've got a super treat today, I reconnected with two of my favourite people from when I lived in the Bow Valley, Alberta, Canada. Chris and Shari-Lynn Williams, were the innkeepers at Mt. Engadine Lodge for many years and it was such a special place to go and spend time in the back country. Now, they've both retired from the hospitality industry and on this episode we discuss their move from the Canadian Rockies to Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia. They share their love for gardening and the abundance of produce in their area. We could have talked about the local food scene, including farm stands, farmers markets, and the support for local farmers for days. We also chat about their experiences growing garlic and other crops, as well as preserving and using their harvest in various dishes. In this conversation, Chris and Shari-Lynn Williams discuss their experiences with local food and small farms in Nova Scotia. They talk about the importance of supporting local farmers and the benefits of eating seasonally. And of course share their love for cooking and trying new recipes with fresh, local ingredients. I never knew they had a story about meeting Anthony Bourdain - what a cool experience. Interviewing Chris and Shari-Lynn was a great way to highlight the vibrant food culture in Nova Scotia and the joy of connecting with local producers and chefs. Road trip anyone?? Don't forget to Subscribe and Share - we love building community!   FIND US ON ALL OUR PLATFORMS 💖📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thefoodexplorerpodcast/ 🐧Twitter/X https://twitter.com/FoodExpPodcast 🟠📰 Substack https://substack.com/@thefoodexplorerpodcast 💡🤝 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thefoodexplorerpodcast 📌✨ Pinterest https://www.pinterest.ca/thefoodexplorerpodcast/