Chef Marcus Samuelsson on Food Waste, Food Insecurity, and Global Food Culture in Detroit
Jer Staes
Detroit, MI
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Norris Howard chats with award-winning Chef Marcus Samuelsson at Global Citizen Detroit about the global impact of food.
Some of the topics we hit:
Food Waste is a bigger problem than you think: Chef Samuelsson explains how food waste occurs at every level, from our own homes to massive industrialized food production.
Global Food Insecurity: They discuss the crucial role of food distribution and access in the fight against hunger. Celebrating Culture Through Food: Marcus Samuelsson talks about his acclaimed "Red Rooster" cookbook, exploring the diverse culinary heritage of African Americans.
Harlem's Transformation: The chef reflects on the changes he's witnessed in Harlem and how to preserve its unique culinary traditions. Plus a bonus question on how Arsenal will do this year.
This interview was recorded at Global Citizen: NOW in Detroit for the Daily Detroit podcast. Follow Daily Detroit wherever you listen to podcasts, like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pocket Casts, Overcast and more.
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