Marcis Dzelzainis:
Regenerative farming
S2:E1 Regenerative farming
Why does regenerative farming make such a big impact on flavour? Marcis talks to urban farmer and food grower Max Onslow about his passion for driving radical change in how we produce, distribute and eat food. Farming isn't just for the countryside, but can be brought into the cities to reduce food miles and is one of the key components to localise how we source fresh ingredients for the food and drink in our bars and restaurants.
1. Regenerative farming
Why does regenerative farming make such a big impact on flavour? Marcis talks to urban farmer and food grower Max Onslow about his passion for driving radical change in how we produce, distribute and eat food. Farming isn't just for the countryside, but can be brought into the cities to reduce food miles and is one of the key components to localise how we source fresh ingredients for the food and drink in our bars and restaurants.
2. Principles of regenerative farming
How does soil health make a big difference to flavour? Max and Marcis look at top tips to encourage soil life to thrive and make healthier crops that taste much better. Marcis shows us not only how nettles can act as a natural fertilizer to add nutrition back into the soil, but also how to make a delicious syrup for drinks by making a wild nettle oleo saccharrum.
3. Going local
This is all about going local. Max and Marcis walk us through the differences between large scale farmers and local growers who grow specifically for flavour, variety and interest on the plate and in the bar. Having a closer connection to the food that you source can not only reduce your food miles and carbon footprint, but also ensure what you are sourcing is in season and full of flavour.
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The Creator
Marcis Dzelzainis
Marcis’ bartending career spans over 15 years, during which he opened London’s iconic drinking spots Zetter Townhouse, Satan’s Whiskers and Dandelyan and managed Sager + Wilde, winner of a Tales of the Cocktail award in 2018. He has travelled Mexico sourcing unique small-batch agave distillates and rum, and hosted pop-up events from New York to Stockholm. Marcis believes in researching forgotten techniques and wild ingredients to connect with our culinary history, and as a vehicle for positive ecological change.
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Marcis grew up in France and now lives in London
Residency
Idyll Drinks Ltd
