In this eye-opening episode of Let’s Talk Food, Chef April Fontenot is joined by special guest environmental scientist Marissa Msefya for a real, practical conversation about something we all deal with—but don’t always talk about: food waste. From fridge clean-outs to leftover transformations, they’ll explore creative ways to use what you already have and reduce waste in your kitchen. Marissa also breaks down the basics of composting—what it is, how to start, and why it matters more than ever.
Whether you're a home cook, a busy parent, or just someone who hates throwing away good food, this episode will leave you with the tools, tips, and motivation to make meaningful changes without sacrificing flavor or convenience.
Because loving your food means respecting every part of it—from prep to plate… and even what’s left behind.
Marissa Msefya's Social Scale:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marissawashington
Environmental Sustainability Resources:
https://www.deloitte.com/global/en/issues/climate/environmental-sustainability.html
Composting Resources:
For collaboration requests, share recipe ideas, funny stories, or leave feedback on the show, email me at april3802@outlook.com
Social Handles for Let’s Talk Food Podcast & Coopie’s American Cuisine & Seafood
Instagram: @coopiesamericancuisineandseafood
Tik Tok: @coopies.american
YouTube: aprilfontenot9354 Let’s Talk Food Podcast
Movie Reference:
Wicked: Now Playing On Peacock
TV Series Reference:
Forever: Now Playing On Amazon Prime Video
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