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.
![Alisha and David Make Your Pasta](http://mastmarket.com/cdn/shop/articles/image_6483441.jpg?v=1692320998&width=1133)
Alisha 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.
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Carolyna 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 more![Meet the Maestro, Franco Andrade](http://mastmarket.com/cdn/shop/articles/Franco_Andrade.png?v=1692321001&width=1485)
Meet 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 more![Tara & Jeff Put Skin In The Game](http://mastmarket.com/cdn/shop/articles/JeffTara-1b.jpg?v=1692321003&width=2500)
Tara & 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 more![Turning the Wheel with James Zilian](http://mastmarket.com/cdn/shop/articles/James_sanding_cup.jpg?v=1692321004&width=2500)
Turning 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 more![Feeling Ghia with Mélanie Masarin](http://mastmarket.com/cdn/shop/articles/AmandaCharchian_000111200016.jpg?v=1692321905&width=2500)
Feeling Ghia with Mélanie Masarin
Ghia founder Melanie Masarin chats with the Mast Journal about her inspiration, motivation, and road to Ghia.
Read more![Simple Cooking with Chef Franz](http://mastmarket.com/cdn/shop/articles/Chef_Franz_portrait.jpg?v=1692321906&width=1485)
Simple 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 more![Knowing Our Truth on Mother’s Day](http://mastmarket.com/cdn/shop/articles/IMG_0968.jpg?v=1692321907&width=2500)
Knowing 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 more![Parker Brook is a Cereal Entrepreneur](http://mastmarket.com/cdn/shop/articles/Untitled_design_-_2023-05-05T101327.433.png?v=1692321909&width=1080)
Parker 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 more![Supply In Command with Areli Pino](http://mastmarket.com/cdn/shop/articles/Screenshot_2023-04-28_at_9.56.54_AM.png?v=1692321911&width=1284)
Supply In Command with Areli Pino
In conversation with Mast’s Supply Chain Director, Areli Pino.
Read more![Charley Cummings is Growing Change](http://mastmarket.com/cdn/shop/articles/charley_photo.jpg?v=1692321912&width=2500)
Charley 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 more![Gone Fishing with Becca Millstein](http://mastmarket.com/cdn/shop/articles/Untitled_design_-_2023-04-14T102229.013.png?v=1692321914&width=1620)
Gone Fishing with Becca Millstein
In conversation with founder and CEO of sustainable tinned seafood company, Fishwife.
Read more![Growing Organic with Thor Oechsner](http://mastmarket.com/cdn/shop/articles/Untitled_2Bdesign_2B-_2B2023-04-06T091353.333.jpg?v=1692321915&width=937)
Growing Organic with Thor Oechsner
In conversation with local, organic grain farmer, Thor Oechsner.
Read more![Making It with Chrissy Fichtl](http://mastmarket.com/cdn/shop/articles/apotheke-chrissy-03.jpg?v=1692321916&width=1068)
In conversation with Chrissy Fichtl, founder of home fragrance company, Apotheke.
Read more![Zero Proof with Lily Geiger](http://mastmarket.com/cdn/shop/articles/Lily_27s_2BHeadshot.jpg?v=1692321918&width=1707)
In conversation with Lily Geiger, founder of the non-alcoholic beverage company, Figlia.
Read more![Eating Our Vegetables with Chris Fischer](http://mastmarket.com/cdn/shop/articles/v_bostonia_16-10052-FISCHER-153-2.png?v=1692321919&width=400)
Eating Our Vegetables with Chris Fischer
In conversation with chef, farmer, and cookbook author, Chris Fischer.
Read more![Deep Roots with Scott O’Rourke](http://mastmarket.com/cdn/shop/articles/Scott_26_Stormie.jpg?v=1692321921&width=1500)
Deep Roots with Scott O’Rourke
In conversation with Scott O’Rourke of Deep Roots Farm in Copake, NY.
Read more![Mt. Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry](http://mastmarket.com/cdn/shop/articles/2021.Pantry.interior.packing.jpg?v=1692321922&width=2500)
Mt. Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry
In conversation with Sharon Seidell, president of our local food pantry in Mt. Kisco, NY.
Read more![Dana Cowin is Speaking Broadly](http://mastmarket.com/cdn/shop/articles/IMG_1237.jpg?v=1692321924&width=1284)
Dana Cowin is Speaking Broadly
In conversation with food media titan (and Food & Wine’s longtime Editor-In-Chief), Dana Cowin.
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