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David Page is a two-time Emmy Award winner, executive producer, and the Author of the highly-praised book, Food Americana. He changed the world of food television by creating, developing, and executive producing the groundbreaking show Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Before that, he spent time as an NBC News Producer and Senior Producer based out of Chicago, London, Frankfurt, New York, and Budapest. He has traveled to Europe, Africa, and the Middle East doing two things: covering some of the biggest news stories in the world and developing a passion for some of the globe’s most incredible food.
Upon returning to the States, David pursued his passion both personally and professionally with Good Morning America, where he was involved in a substantial amount of food coverage and even cooking segments with Emeril Lagasse. However, it was producing Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives for the first 11 seasons that ignited his love of American food, its vast variations, history, and evolutions.
How the idea and production for the show Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives was developed
How the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the comfort food industry
David Page talks about the availability of regional food in different states and the growth of ethnic foods
How David got to write a book about food
Steve and David share their food experiences in America and other countries
Where to get David's book, Food Americana
David talks about the history of fried chicken and his thoughts on Franken-meats
The evolution of the Food Network and food competitions
Although the COVID-19 pandemic has had a big impact on the food industry, including with production and delivery, there has been a big evolution in the industry for some time. From TV shows centered on food competitions to increased startups in CPG and the creation of Franken-meats (also known as lab meats), there is more the industry has to offer than ever before.
There have also been great shifts in the availability of regional foods and international cuisines in different parts of the world, making it easier for people to enjoy a wide variety of food without the need to travel. Home deliveries have also made comfort food orders an everyday household occurrence, fueling growth in the food industry.
David Page, two-time Emmy Award winner, executive producer, and the Author of Food Americana, is Steve Cleere's guest in this episode of the NexxtLevel Brands Podcast. Together, they talk about the history and future of comfort foods in America. David also talks about producing Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, writing his latest book, and the evolution of food competitions on television.
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