Savor The Ozarks
Savor The Ozarks
Playlist by Savor The OzarksSavor The Ozarks, hosted by Joy Robertson, is a weekly podcast about the culinary scene around the Ozarks and beyond. Joy will share stories, talk with restaurant owners, and give special insight into…95 clip(s) in playlist
Crosstown BBQ
Joy is turning up the heat this week at one of Springfield’s most beloved spots: Crosstown BBQ! She dives into the "low-and-slow" life to chat about the family history behind the restaurant and even some fun topics like Chiefs football and an unexpected passion for electric football. It’s a savory,…
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Rice, Pecans & Spirits! Arkansas Shines at the National Restaurant Show
Joy is back at the National Restaurant Show in Chicago, but this time she’s parked herself at the Taste of the States pavilion to spotlight the incredible family-run operations hailing from Arkansas! With nearly 18,000 square feet showcasing food from 21 states, this pavilion is a goldmine for disc…
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Date Lady
Joy catches up with Matt Mahan and the team behind Springfield’s Date Lady at the National Restaurant Association show in Chicago to discuss their journey from a small Commercial Street startup to a national presence. Founded by Colleen Sundley after she discovered the versatility of date syrup whi…
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Trends, Friends & The Spam Dog at NRA Chicago
Buckle up, because Joy is on-locations at the National Restaurant Association show in Chicago! She’s diving into the weird and wonderful side of our food scene, starting with the legendary—and totally polarizing—Spam Dog. 🌭 While roaming the floor of the nation's biggest food show, Joy is also di…
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Casper's
Joy is grabbing a seat at one of the most eccentric and beloved spots in the 417—Casper’s! She sits down with owner Shawn Kraft to discuss the history of this "burger and chili" landmark that has been a Springfield staple since 1909. Shawn shares the journey of taking over from the legendary Casper…
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Millsap Farms
Joy is heading just north of Springfield to spend a beautiful day in the fields with Curtis Millsap of Millsap Farms! Curtis shares the heart-warming backstory of how his family grew a small plot of land into a local institution known for sustainable produce and community-driven storytelling. You’…
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Asa Al-Furat
Joy sits down with Imtihan Alaid—better known to her friends as Asa—to explore the rich culinary traditions and stories behind her journey from Iraqi refugee to Midwest business owner. With an educational background in Radio & TV from her time in Turkey, Asa brings a natural comfort and ease to eve…
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The Order at Hotel Vandivort
Joy is sitting down at the stunning Hotel Vandivort to get a taste of the new spring menu at The Order with Corporate Executive Chef Calvin Davis and Chef de Cuisine Dylan Davis. They dive into the creative process behind seasonally driven dishes like their stunning seared scallops over fresh pea p…
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Brew 21 Extra Chromosome Coffee Co
Joy is hanging out on historic Commercial Street with Whitney Justis at Brew 21 Extra Chromosome Coffee Co., a unique coffee shop located inside the Upside Down Mercantile. Founded in 2023 as a mobile trailer to create opportunities for their son Wyatt, who has Down syndrome, this family business h…
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Historic Route 66 Restaurants with John Sellars
Buckle up for a trip down memory lane! 🚗 This week on Savor the Ozarks, Joy is taking a break from restaurateurs to talk history with one of the most knowledgeable people in town—John Sellars, Executive Director Emeritus of the History Museum on the Square. With the massive Route 66 Centennial C…
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