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Tues 9:25 | JX Foodie: Late August, long summer evenings, and dining al fresco

Collage of of food shots and a glass of wine on a background of patio umbrellas
Natalie Golay

In august the days are still long and evenings are still warm, the perfect conditions for eating outdoors.

On this episode, Erika Bishop and Will Smith join the Exchange to talk about some of their favorite spots for dining al fresco in the Rogue Valley and beyond, in a fun free-flowing casual conversation. From casual eateries to fine dining, it's all about food, family, friends and community.

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Erika Bishop is a former producer on the Food Network and current owner of the Pot Rack in Jacksonville. Will Smith is food stylist and host of JPR's Savor podcast.

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Mike Green is host of the Jefferson Exchange. Mike has lived in Southern Oregon for more than two decades. He is an award-winning journalist with over 20 years experience in media, specializing in media innovation, inclusive economics and entrepreneurship.
Natalie Golay is the Senior Producer of the Jefferson Exchange. She has a B.A. in Visual Arts, a certificate of recommendation in multimedia from the Vancouver Film school, and a law degree from the University of British Columbia. A communications professional for over 20 years, Natalie is a natural storyteller with extensive audio and video production skills.