Corn Seed Stories

Corn Seed Stories is a podcast sharing funny stories behind a memorable receipes. We will share stories from teachers, chefs, comedians, every day folks and hope this will enlighten your day and inspire you to create your own "Cornseed Stories" with your friends and family. You can see the recipes and photos at: https://www.facebook.com/cornseedstories

Our guest, Gini Stevenson has a wonderful story regarding her mother's recipe - Bishop's Bread. We will share the fun memorable stories and explore the significance and meaning of Bishop's Bread. Let's listen to the wonderful story behind this special bread.

In this episode, we will talk with Lorena Cantarovici (founder of Maria Empanada) and we will make her family's recipe - Pastel de Papa\Carne - Sheperd's Pie. We will demo this wonderful family recipe and hope you can create your own memories. Recipe to follow the week of 2\17\26 (will update in comments). Enjoy!

In this episode, we will talk with Ellen Prince of La Paz Restaurant to discuss Chile Con Queso (Cheese Dip) and creative ways to use it in your recipes. We also share the stories and memories behind the Cheese dip as well as other dishes - Sante Fe Enchiladas. We hope you can create your own memories with these dishes. Enjoy!

In this episode, Suzanne will share one of her childhood breakfast or desserts - Pastelitos de Guayaba or Guava and Cheese Croissants. Discover Guava - where does it come from, ways to prepare, what it tastes like and way to serve it . Enjoy making Suzanne's family dessert and create your own memories!

Imagine a cast-iron pan, a drizzle of oil or butter and the sound of something hitting that hot surface - that sizzle, that caramelized sweetness hitting the air - Suzanne will share 5 ways of cooking Maduros (Plantains) and hope you enjoy these recipes!

Join Suzanne as she sits down with John Jaramillo, the veteran and visionary behind the Hispanic Restaurant Association. From the Navy memories that inspired his favorite comfort food—steak and cilantro mash—to the massive growth of the Hispanic Culinary Institute and Heritage Flame Catering, John shares how he’s building a legacy of opportunity. Whether you're looking for a world-class meal or a venue for your next big event, discover how the HRA is opening doors for everyone.

Jane left a career in medical chemical microbiology and medicine to open Jane Doe's Coffee Parlour in Decatur, Alabama—a bakery that began as a pandemic-era home project and grew into a beloved downtown spot. In this episode, she shares the secrets behind her two signature dishes: a slow-stewed spaghetti with meat sauce and a bagel-inspired, chewy focaccia. Along the way, Jane reveals how cooking became her new way of healing people, one comforting meal at a time.