Garden to Table with Deb Knapke: Sourdough, Herbs & Heirlooms

In this earthy and delicious episode of Chefs in the City, Anne Fisher, Steve Stover, and Rich Tarapak sit down with Deb Knappke—aka Ohio’s Garden Sage—to talk gardening, cooking, and the sacred bond between dirt and dinner. From the history of her epic dinner club (running since 1982!) to the science of sourdough and her obsession with tomatoes, Deb shares what makes a homegrown, homemade meal truly magical. You'll hear:

• Why heirloom tomatoes might save your marriage (yes, really)
• How sourdough starters become family members (RIP Olivia…long live Perry)
• The real reason your basil keeps dying (hint: it’s not your fault)
• Her method for making fragrant, vibrant herb salts (and why botulism is a buzzkill)

Whether you’re a backyard gardener, a curious cook, or just here for the tomato chat, this episode is full of flavor, laughs, and dirt-under-the-nails wisdom.