Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders

Willie Hines, Exec Director Housing Authority of Milwaukee and Hoppin' John

Willie Hines is our guest for “Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders”. Willie is the Executive Director of the Milwaukee Housing Authority.
 
Willie tells us how he makes Hoppin John in the Southern US, Hoppin’ John is a simple dish of peas, pork, and rice—is standard New Year’s fare. It’s believed to bring luck and peace in the coming year to anyone who eats it.
 
You can watch the video here - https://youtu.be/x02t8JJsr_g 
 
The recipe is available on our website at – https://cookingsecretsformen.com/2023/02/23/hoppin-john-and-willie-hines-interview/ 
 
This Podcast is an Interview and cooking show with Milwaukee Community Leaders. We have a short interview about their work in the community, then we cook something and then we eat it. From our elected leaders to those working at the grassroots, we talk with people trying to make Milwaukee a better place.
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Cecelia Gore, Exec Director Milwaukee Brewers Community Foundation and The Stetson Salad

Our guest for Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders is Cecelia Gore. Cecelia is the Executive Director of the Milwaukee Brewers Community Foundation. She is on several non-profit boards here in Milwaukee. She is listed in the Top 100 Powerbrokers of Milwaukee.
Cecelia tells us how she makes The Stetson Salad.
You can watch the video here - https://youtu.be/_bbXPP_JzAo 
The recipe is available on our website at – https://cookingsecretsformen.com/2023/02/16/stetson-salad-and-cecelia-gore/ 
This Podcast is an Interview and cooking show with Milwaukee Community Leaders. We have a short interview about their work in the community, then we cook something and then we eat it. From our elected leaders to those working at the grassroots, we talk with people trying to make Milwaukee a better place.

Joanne Anton, President & CEO, Herb Kohl Philanthropies and How to make Spanakopita

Our guest for "Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders" is Joanne Anton. Joanne is the Director of Giving for Herb Kohl Philanthropies. Joanne is listed in the 2023 Milwaukee Business Journal's top 100 Powerbrokers in Milwaukee 
Joanne tells us how to make Spanakopita. The star ingredient is spinach, and other leafy green vegetables, such as Turnip Greens and Swiss Chard. This recipe can be baked a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator overnight, then rewarmed at 400 degrees until heated through, about 15 minutes. #greekfood #spanakopita
You can watch the video here - https://youtu.be/8IKtZAguLv4 
The recipe is available on our website at - https://cookingsecretsformen.com/2023/02/09/spanakopita-and-joanne-anton-interview/ 
This Podcast is an Interview and cooking show with Milwaukee Community Leaders. We have a short interview about their work in the community, then we cook something and then we eat it. From our elected leaders to those working at the grassroots, we talk with people trying to make Milwaukee a better place.

Zach Eisendrath, VP at Kacmarcik Enterprises and How to Doctor a Frozen Pizza

Our guest on "Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders" is Zach Eisendrath. Zach is the Vice President of Corporate Development & Social Impact at Kacmarcik Enterprises, which is a Business Services company here in Milwaukee.
How to Doctor a Frozen Pizza. We show how to elevate your pizza experience. Creativity knows no bounds when it comes to doctoring up a frozen pizza. #pizza #pizzalover 
Zach tells us how he doctors a frozen pizza.
You can watch the video here - https://youtu.be/jLsyx5x0Ga8 
The recipe is available on our website at - https://cookingsecretsformen.com/2024/03/05/frozen-pizza-options-and-zach-eisendrath-interview/ 
This Podcast is an Interview and cooking show with Milwaukee Community Leaders. We have a short interview about their work in the community, then we cook something and then we eat it. From our elected leaders to those working at the grassroots, we talk with people trying to make Milwaukee a better place.

Ricardo Diaz UCC Executive Director and Sweet Plantains & Tostones

Our Guest for "Cooking With Milwaukee Community Leaders" is Ricardo Diaz. Ricardo has had a long career in public service and nonprofit work, including leading Milwaukee’s economic development efforts and overseeing its housing programs.
He is best known in Milwaukee for his work at the social service agency, United Community Center (UCC) as the Executive Director (twice). So much so, that they named the Ricardo Diaz Early Learning Academy after him when he retired. His work at UCC has positively impacted the lives of those who were served.
Ricardo tells us how he makes Sweet Plantains and Tostones, along with black beans and Cuban rice.
You can watch the video here - https://youtu.be/49u0OR7fa8s 
The recipe is available on our website at – https://cookingsecretsformen.com/2022/12/21/sweet-plantains-vs-tostones-ricardo-diaz-interview/ 
This Podcast is an Interview and cooking show with Milwaukee Community Leaders. We have a short interview about their work in the community, then we cook something and then we eat it. From our elected leaders to those working at the grassroots, we talk with people trying to make Milwaukee a better place.

Judge Derek Mosley, Director of the Lubar Center for Public Policy Education at Marquette Law School and Roasted Stuffed Peppers

Our guest for “Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders”, is Judge Derek Mosley.  Judge Mosley is currently the Director of the Lubar Center for Public Policy Research and Civic Education at Marquette University Law School. He is on the list of the Top 100 Power Brokers in Milwaukee, as determined by the Milwaukee Business Journal. You don't want to miss this interview with one of Milwaukee's most charismatic leaders.
We are making Roasted Stuffed Peppers. The peppers are stuffed with spaghetti, eggplant, zucchini, and olives. And then topped with breadcrumbs and olive oil and broiled to finish them. This recipe comes from the Hotel Minerva in Sorrento, Italy. Judge Mosley helps me prepare these delicious stuffed bell peppers. And then we eat them.
You can watch the video here - https://youtu.be/VDtpylMOcJY 
The recipe is available on our website at – https://cookingsecretsformen.com/2023/06/04/roasted-stuffed-peppers/  
This Podcast is an Interview and cooking show with Milwaukee Community Leaders. We have a short interview about their work in the community, then we cook something and then we eat it. From our elected leaders to those working at the grassroots, we talk with people trying to make Milwaukee a better place.