The Mast Journal
Connecting community in conversation.
Enjoy conversations with inspirational folks throughout the food industry and beyond. Get to know your favorite organic farmers, entrepreneurs, chefs, ceramicists, food media leaders, woodworkers, poets, and more. Subscribe and you can receive the latest conversation right to your inbox.
Elly Truesdell is the co-founder and managing partner of New Fare Partners. She shares her food focused journey to the world of venture capital and explains how New Fare Partners is different from ...
Read moreDigging In with Allison Turcan
In conversation with the tireless local food advocate and farmer, Allison Turcan. She shares the story behind her creation of D.I.G. Farm and the Westchester Local Food Project.
Read moreA Poem a Day with Esther Cohen
In conversation with poet (and neighbor) Esther Cohen. She shares her road to writing, her love of New York, and her undivided care for all of us.
Read moreHannah is Going With the Grain
Talking local, sustainable grains with Hannah Smalls, Executive Director of the Northeast Grainshed Alliance. She shares her path to the organization and what this dynamic community is doing to nou...
Read moreNothing to Waste with Camilla Marcus
In conversation with zero-waste entrepreneur and pioneer Camilla Marcus, founder of west-bourne. She shares her path, her passions, and her next steps.
Read moreIn conversation with Colin Brice, architect and co-founder of Mapos. Colin reminisces on designing Mast’s Mt. Kisco space, his creative path, his human centered approach, and what is next.
Read moreGetting Spicy with Claire Cheney
In conversation with Claire Cheney, founder of Cambridge based Curio Spice Co., a mission driven, woman-owned, world class spice importer and blender.
Read moreAlisha and David Make Your Pasta
Alisha Bennett, co-founder of Your Pasta, tells us about the juggling act of starting a new business and their delicious commitment to local and organic food.
Read moreCarolyna Shares the Secret Sauce
Carolyna De Laurentiis, founder of Our Pantry, shares her story, collaborative culinary process, and passion for simple yet exquisite ingredients.
Read moreMeet the Maestro, Franco Andrade
Franco Andrade has come a long way. He opens up about the hardships of where he’s been and how he’s found his path as the Maestro of the makers at Mast.
Read moreTara & Jeff Put Skin In The Game
Talking values, sourcing, certifications, and sustainable skincare with Tara Pelletier, co-founder of the beloved, vegan body care brand Meow Meow Tweet.
Read moreTurning the Wheel with James Zilian
Ceramicist James Zilian talks with the Journal about his path to starting Farmhouse Pottery and what is next for the beloved and trendsetting Vermont based studio.
Read moreFeeling Ghia with Mélanie Masarin
Ghia founder Melanie Masarin chats with the Mast Journal about her inspiration, motivation, and road to Ghia.
Read moreSimple Cooking with Chef Franz
In conversation with Chef Franz Fruhmann, the chef of Mast Market, talks about his astounding experience, inspiration, and commitment to keeping it simple.
Read moreKnowing Our Truth on Mother’s Day
Taking a moment to say thank you to the mighty women in my life this Mother’s Day.
Read moreParker Brook is a Cereal Entrepreneur
In conversation with the founder of Lovebird Cereal. Parker Brook shares his inspirational story and motivation behind this delicious and beloved brand.
Read moreSupply In Command with Areli Pino
In conversation with Mast’s Supply Chain Director, Areli Pino.
Read moreCharley Cummings is Growing Change
In conversation with founder and CEO of Walden Mutual Bank, a digital bank built to support local and sustainable food systems of the northeast.
Read moreGone Fishing with Becca Millstein
In conversation with founder and CEO of sustainable tinned seafood company, Fishwife.
Read moreGrowing Organic with Thor Oechsner
In conversation with local, organic grain farmer, Thor Oechsner.
Read moreIn conversation with Chrissy Fichtl, founder of home fragrance company, Apotheke.
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