Huntavore - Big Lakers with Cate Meade

Sportsmen's Empire - Whitetail Hunting

Sportsmen's Empire Outdoor Network

Leisure, Wilderness, Hobbies, Sports, Technology

4.8 • 615 Ratings

🗓️ 20 November 2025

⏱️ 57 minutes

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In this episode of Huntavore, Nick sits down with Cate Meade, a Chicago native whose love for the outdoors began with family traditions and time spent in nature. Her passion for cooking started early — sparked by a childhood moment making a simple cherry pie that set her on a lifelong culinary path. Today, Cate works full-time as a personal chef, cooking across a variety of kitchens, events, and private settings. She talks about the importance of adapting to guests’ dietary needs and allergies, a skill that has become central to her approach in the kitchen. Cate also shares insights from her time on MasterChef, where learning from world-class chefs and refining her techniques became invaluable experiences she carries into her daily work. A major part of her philosophy centers on hunting, harvesting, and respecting nature. She discusses the rising interest in connecting more deeply with food sources through hunting and fishing, including her own fishing adventures. We wrap with her bold recipe for hot honey lake trout, along with tips for preparing oily fish like trout to bring out the best flavor. Show Partners: Umai Dry Instagram: @umaidry Website: bit.ly/3WhfnnX Sign up for the newsletter for 10% off TieBoss Instagram: @tiebossllc Website: https://tieboss.com/pod?ref=pod Our Sponsors: * Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code SE for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.com * Check out Troll Co Clothing and use my code EMPIRE25 for a great deal: https://www.trollco.com/hunting Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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