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"Scenic Roots" offers conversations that matter in the heart of Chattanooga and the Tennessee Valley.From the mountains to the river, our conversations are rooted deep within every corner of our community - reflecting who we are, who we were and who we can become.We engage with the news that affects our community, behind and beyond the headlines. We build bridges that span from creators and innovators to storytellers and the outdoors. We focus on our challenges as many communities in one - as we celebrate what inspires us. We resonate with countless voices - in words and spaces, sounds and songs.We are "Scenic Roots."Ray Bassett hosts and produces "Scenic Roots" at WUTC.

Zest: A Cooking App Startup In A City Geared For The Foodies

WUTC | By Ray Bassett
Published July 2, 2024 at 7:00 PM EDT
Jake Gutstein and Graham Kirstein, co-founders of Zest.
Zest
Jake Gutstein and Graham Kirstein, co-founders of Zest.

A recent article in Forbes Magazine described Chattanooga as an “under-the-radar culinary gem.”

The foodie scene here inspires and challenges people who want to learn how to cook in their own home - but who also struggle with online do-it-yourself lessons that are unappetizing and indigestible for putting food on their table.

Zest is a cooking app startup now based in Chattanooga that aims to reach and teach that audience.

Jake Gutstein is the co-founder of Zest, backed by Brickyard - the venture capital incubator for emerging startups.

I spoke with him last month.
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