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Antarctic StoriesAuthor: Polar Tracks Productions
AntArctic Stories is a podcast that takes you behind the scenes into the rich world of people who live, work, and undertake daring expeditions in the polar regions. The podcast is produced by a merry band of career polar guides who primarily work in the expedition cruise industry, and is hosted by Heather Thorkelson. AntArctic Stories is our way of bringing the incredible lives of the people we meet and work with into your homes and headsets, no matter where you are in the world. Language: en Genres: Places & Travel, Society & Culture, Sports, Wilderness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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S2 EP09 Jerome Viard - Bon appétit: Tales from the French Pastry Chef that Helped Feed South Georgia's Rat Team
Episode 9
Sunday, 18 April, 2021
Jerome Viard grew up in France and moved to the UK 13 years ago where he has enjoyed a successful career as a chef, having been head pastry chef at some of the best hotels in Cambridge. In 2015, he was invited to embark on the adventure of a lifetime as a chef and field assistant for the South Georgia Heritage Trust’s habitat restoration field team during the rat eradication project. The team included 20 people from New Zealand, Australia, the UK and France. It was quite an adjustment cooking in such a remote environment, with long hours and minimal fresh food deliveries. Nonetheless, Jerome was blown away by the wildlife and cultural heritage of South Georgia, and appreciated the strong community that was built on base. In this episode, Jerome details the ups and downs of working on such a time-sensitive, high-stakes project in one of the most remote islands in the world. HIGHLIGHTS 2:23 The journey from making desserts in a 4-star hotel to feeding a team of 20 on one of the most remote islands in the world 3:11 The job responsibilities of a “rat team” chef as well as helping bait as a field assistant 4:54 What was it like to cook in such a remote environment? 8:22 Making the most of versatile ingredients like powdered milk 10:07 What is Jerome most proud of cooking during his time in South Georgia? Beware those with weak stomachs! 13:20 Why was the rat eradication project necessary and what were the required logistics? 22:11 Keeping busy on base when the project was halted due to bad weather 24:20 The privilege of experiencing South Georgia’s hostile yet stunningly beautiful landscapes, including following in the footsteps of explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton 27:55 Jerome returns to South Georgia to support the work of the Heritage Trust 31:44 The difference between working as a chef 7-days-a-week for the rat eradication team and being a Museum Assistant with time off to explore the “travel zone” 33:32 A breathtaking memory - Jerome’s first impressions from the day he arrived in South Georgia in 2015 35:09 A jaw-dropping experience in Gold Harbour in the southeast coast of South Georgia 40:15 Jerome’s advice to those considering a trip to South Georgia AntArctic Stories is brought to you by Polar Tracks Expeditions - your experts in small ship expedition cruises and unique adventures to the Arctic and Antarctica. We are polar guide owned and run, and we love sharing our insider knowledge to help you find your next polar adventure. Find us on: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/polartracks Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/polartracksexpeditions Our website - http://polartracksexpeditions.com
