Ep 49 - Field to Fork with Michael Hunter "The Hunter Chef"

During this episode of The Maggie Williams Podcast, host Maggie Williams welcomes Michael Hunter, better known as The Hunter Chef. The duo met in West Point, Mississippi, for Mossy Oak's Annual Foxhole Shootout Charity Golf Tournament, and took the opportunity afterward to have an incredible sit-down conversation that is nothing short of captivating. Michael is a Red Seal chef, restaurant owner, forager, hunter, and author of The Hunter Chef Cookbook and Hunter Chef in the Wild: Game, Fish, and Fowl Recipes and Techniques for Cooking Outdoors. From his childhood on a horse farm in Ontario to the opening of Toronto’s celebrated Antler Kitchen and Bar, his story is rooted in a deep love of nature and wild food. Maggie and Michael talk about what it means to cook from the land and how foraging, hunting, and honoring the seasons can shape both a kitchen and a lifestyle. Michael shares the vision behind Antler, the severe adversity he faced from the anti-hunting crowd, and how, with the support of fellow hunters and wild game enthusiasts, he overcame those obstacles to see Antler not only survive but thrive. The conversation is filled with warmth, insight, and inspiration — touching on everything from signature recipes to memorable hunts and favorite guilty-pleasure foods. Listeners can expect to walk away with a greater appreciation for wild food and a reminder of how deeply connected our meals can be to the land around us. Find Michael Hunter: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehunterchef/ Website: https://thehunterchef.com/ Hunter Chef in the Wild - by Michael Hunter (Hardcover): https://go.shopmy.us/p-25835716 The Hunter Chef Cookbook - by Michael Hunter (Hardcover): https://go.shopmy.us/p-25835737 Find our host Maggie at: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaggiewilliams?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaggiewilliams/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themaggiewilliamspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnJHqUBdfgnFLc3P87r88Vw If you need a knife that stays sharp when it matters, Outdoor Edge’s RazorSafe system is the perfect solution. With its easy-to-use, replaceable blades, you can keep a fresh, razor-sharp edge at all times. Head to OutdoorEdge.com and use code MAGGIE at checkout for 15% off your first order. Shop now: https://www.outdooredge.com/collections/hunting OuterLimit Powersports: Located in Dyersburg, TN, OuterLimit Powersports is your go-to destination for all things off-road and outdoor adventure. An award-winning Can-Am dealership dedicated to equipping you with everything you need to conquer your outdoor adventures or agricultural needs. OuterLimit Powersports provides expert customer service, top-of-the-line equipment, and a wide variety of accessories to keep your adventures running smoothly. Visit OuterLimit Powersports and let the adventure begin! https://www.outerlimitpowersports.com/ SHOP OFFICIAL PODCAST MERCH: https://themaggiewilliams.com If you enjoyed this week's podcast, please share it with a friend and give us a five-star rating. If you're feeling generous, I sure would appreciate a review! Thank you so much for putting us at #3 in the nation on the Wilderness Charts. All Glory to the Good Lord! God bless! See y'all here same time next week.