Matt’s segments for “Connoisseur’s Corner” usually air on WBZ Saturdays at 7:25, 8:25, 9:25, and 11:55 AM and Sundays at 7:25, 8:25, 9:25 AM.

Recent samples can be found at https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1002-Connoisseurs-Corner-28654273/.

If you have ideas for future segments, please send them to Matt@Matts-Meals.com.

The following is a “script” for one of Matt’s segments:

Thanks for listening and thanks for supporting our friends and neighbors in the food-service industry!

A lot of our segments have to do with beer. After all, as Penn Founder Ben Franklin said,“Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.” While many may know about beer (or at least know after they hear from us), not as many may know (or even think about) what happens to the ingredients after the beer is brewed and bottled.

Most beers start with grain, And while much of the grain’s goodness is imparted to the beer, a considerable amount is left over. In fact, much of the fiber and protein are concentrated in the allegedly “spent” grain and so have plenty left to give in terms of nutrition.

Powered by a pair of experienced homebrewers and their patented technology, Regrained uses that used grain to make delicious bars, puffs, and other products that pack all the extra energy that beer can sometimes take away. In addition to making their own nutritious noshes, they are also seeking partners with whom to make even more upcycled foods that have more fiber, protein, and probiotics than other grains, foods, or beverages.

The menu so far includes BBQ, cheese, and sea salt-flavored puffs as well as honey cinnamon, chocolate coffee, and blueberry bars, all of which are packed with supergrains and also some superfoods like turmeric and Manuka honey. 

To check out the latest offerings or to suggest something new, go to www.regrained.com and see what entrepreneurial energy can come from beer!