In this episode of Chefs Without Restaurants, Chris Spear is joined by Glenn Roberts, the founder of Anson Mills, a company renowned for its dedication to preserving landrace crops and advancing sustainable farming practices. Glenn shares his fascinating journey from a career in restaurant design and management to becoming a passionate advocate for biosecurity and traditional farming methods. Topics Discussed: The Importance of Landrace Crops: A deep dive into what landrace crops are, their s...

From Punk Drummer to Vegan Private Chef: Aaron Elliott’s Culinary Journey

Join Chris Spear as he interviews food and beverage entrepreneurs who have built successful careers outside of traditional restaurant kitchens.From personal chefs, caterers, and food truck operators to cookbook authors, research chefs, and farmers, each guest has paved their own way in the culinary world. Through candid conversations, they share the challenges, lessons, and successes of creating a business on their own terms.With over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry—including running his own personal chef business, Perfect Little Bites—Chris is dedicated to helping chefs and food entrepreneurs navigate their own unconventional paths in the industry.If you're looking for inspiration, business insights, and real stories from those who have stepped beyond the restaurant world, this podcast is for you.🎧 New episodes available—subscribe now and start exploring the road less traveled in the culinary industry!