Contributor: Jamie Mah
Born and raised in Saskatoon, Jamie Mah currently works as a bartender at the Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel. He’s an NBA junkie, lover of a good cookie, and the fellow behind the food and culture blog, Track and Food. He’s uncomfortable with long silences and he tends to ask too many questions. A big fan of Danny Meyer who is currently finishing up his WSET Diploma, he loves all things hospitality. You can usually find him shooting hoops up at Strathcona Park.
Jamie Mah
All Things Michelin with the Track and Food Podcast
Predictions on who will win, keep, and possibly move up in year two of Vancouver's Michelin Guide.
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Ending Homelessness Through Direct Cash Transfers, with UBC Professor Dr. Jiaying Zhao
In 2018, Vancouver non-profit, Foundations for Social Change, along with researchers from UBC, set out to do a small experiment: a one-year trial where they gave a lump sum of $7,500 cash, no strings attached, directly to people experiencing homelessness...Jamie Mah speaks with the leader of the study, Dr. Jiaying Zhao, weeks after the results were finally published.
Jamie Mah
On the Therapeutic Potential of MDMA with Journalist and Author, Rachel Nuwer
In this episode, award-winning freelance journalist, Rachel Nuwer, discusses her fantastic and revelatory new book - a must-read for those seeking a compassionate journey.
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Edward Slingerland and James Iranzad Make the Case for Moderate Alcohol Consumption
In this episode, host Jamie Mah and his guests respond to Health Canada's recently revised drinking guidelines for Canadians, with special attention paid to how their impacts on the hospitality industry...
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Three Kelowna Entrepreneurs Discuss Okanagan Hospitality
In this episode, Jamie Mah is joined by David Paterson, Kyle Nixon, and Casey Greabeiel, to get a more comprehensive perspective of what's happening on the local scene.
Jamie Mah
Talking ‘Ranking Culture’ with Jacob Richler, of Canada’s 100 Best
In this episode, the founder and publisher of Canada's most diverse and influential restaurant ranking discusses his years as a food critic, why he created this list in the first place, how the judging process unfolds, and where he sees things evolving in the year ahead...
Jamie Mah
Breaking Down the Van Mag Awards, with James Iranzad and James Langford-Smith
The boys are back for another “triple J” episode, chockfull with in-depth insights and immeasurable humour...
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David Fairey and Anelyse Weiler Discuss the Migrant Worker Piece Rate System
The labour economist and research associate of the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives, and Associate Professor of Sociology at UVic - who are also joint authors of a revealing article recently published in The Tyee - share their candid perspectives and insightful solutions with listeners.
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Getting Loose and Talking Wine, with Maude Renaud-Brisson, Kelcie Jones and Jenna Briscoe
In this episode, the three ladies discuss their new endeavour, 'This is Wine School', launching in Chinatown (265 East Pender) this week.
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Bartender Alex Black Discusses New Chinatown Spot, Bagheera
Back for another fun conversation, the seasoned bartender talks about his new bar concept, located just around the corner from Laowai speakeasy.
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Corey Mintz Discusses Noma’s Impending Closure, What it Means for Labour and “Fine Dining”
The prominent food journalist joins Jamie Mah on the podcast once again - this time to help break down the recent announcement of Noma's impending closure at the end of 2024.
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James Iranzad and James Langford-Smith Give Us Their 2023 Predictions
The boys are back with their insights and predictions of how the local restaurant community will evolve in the year ahead...
Jamie Mah
Talking All About Tipping, with Corey Mintz
In this episode, the prominent food journalist offers up his insight and perspective on "tip creep" - what is it, actually, and what does it mean for the hospitality and business industries moving forwards?
Jamie Mah
James Iranzad and James Langford-Smith on All Things Michelin and Their Fave Vancouver Dishes
In this latest instalment, the “triple J’s” discuss Michelin coming to Vancouver and make their picks as to who will gain a star; then weigh in on their favourite Vancouver restaurant dishes.
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St. Lawrence’s JC Poirier on Québec, Culture, Values, and His Upcoming Cookbook
The restaurateur recently spoke at length about his career, his cooking philosophy, how Where the River Narrows (dropping November 8th, 2022) came about and what he hopes readers will take away from it.
Jamie Mah
From Bougie Kebabs to Classy Cabbage Rolls: Introducing the Track & Food Fantasy Restaurant Draft
This week Jamie Mah, along with Vancouver restaurateur, James Iranzad, and hospitality industry veteran, James Langford-Smith, build their imaginary restaurant concept 'dream teams'.
Jamie Mah
Talking Plants and People with Author and Professor, Liz Carlisle
Jamie Mah and Liz Carlisle discuss her recently published book, Healing Grounds - Climate, Justice, and the Deep Roots of Regenerative Farming.
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Casey Greabeiel and Chris Decock on Bringing an Alberta-Born Bar to Vancouver
An insightful and enthusiastic chat with the co-owners of Greta, Gastown's new Arcade Bar concept.
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TRACK & FOOD // James Iranzad and James Langford-Smith Dish on All Things Vancouver Hospitality
If you're up for a fun listen and want to know more about the nitty gritty of the Vancouver hospitality scene, this is the episode for you.
Jamie Mah
TRACK & FOOD // Three Local Entrepreneurs Discuss All Things Non-Alcoholic
In this episode, Nick Devine, Lane Matkovich and Kurtis Kolt give their unique sober insights about the new beverage trend currently taking off in Vancouver.
Jamie Mah
TRACK & FOOD // BBC Food Journalist Dan Saladino on His New Book, Eating To Extinction
In this episode, we get into the nitty gritty of the diversity of food we risk losing if we’re not careful.
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TRACK & FOOD // Simon Fallick and Patryk Drozd on Opening a New Bar and Maintaining a Legacy
Fallick and Drozd have already experienced the ups and downs of opening and then running a bar together (they co-own The American), so listening to their stories about how and why they took over the once extremely popular Taurus Veterans Club on Main Street left me elated.
Jamie Mah
TRACK & FOOD // Food Journalist Mark Schatzker on How to End Cravings and Eat Well
In this candid interview with the author of The End of Craving: Recovering the Lost Wisdom of Eating Well, we run through Mark's new book in detail. I no doubt believe you'll come away with a better sense of what food should mean to you and why you should also get on his bandwagon.
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TRACK & FOOD // Corey Mintz Dishes on His New Book, Moving to a New City and Becoming a Father
A candid discussion with the prominent food journalist (New York Times, Globe and Mail, Eater) which gets to the heart of the restaurant industry as a whole.
Jamie Mah
TRACK & FOOD // Adam Henderson On Superflux {Cabana}, Opening a Brewery and Following Your Dreams
In discussion with Adam Henderson, co-owner of the much respected Superflux brand, on the heels of the opening the new Victoria restaurant.
Jamie Mah
TRACK & FOOD // Shira Blustein Talks Cookbook Creation, Punk Rock and Running a Restaurant
A fun and informative interview with the owner of Main Street's highly acclaimed vegetarian restaurants, Acorn and The Arbor.
Jamie Mah
TRACK & FOOD // Talking Worker Shortages With James Iranzad and Ian Tostenson
It's in the news everywhere. Restaurants are hurting for workers. This issue isn't new. In this episode we speak with Gooseneck Hospitality Co-Owner James Iranzad and BCRFA CEO Ian Tostenson.
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TRACK & FOOD // Three Local Wine Pros Talk Forest Fires, Climate Change and More
Winemakers Alan Dickinson and Richard Kanazawa are joined by sommelier Christina Hartigan to dish on all things local wine.
