Zucchini, Zephyr, Ronde de Nice: It’s time for summer squash

Hosted by Evan Kleiman Jun. 26, 2020 Food & Drink

Market correspondent Gillian Ferguson meets up with Charcoal Venice partner and Chef de Cuisine Joseph Johnson, who is featuring summer squash on the menu. Plus, Karen Beverlin of Freshpoint walks us through the varieties of summer squash at the farmer’s market.

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Host:

Evan Kleiman

Producers:

Joseph Stone, Laryl Garcia

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