From the Source

In November 2021, Katie Button and Magnolia Network launched an original original series, From The Source , available on the new Magnolia Network, and  streaming on discovery+ and the Magnolia app.

Throughout the first two seasons, Button explores the origins and stories behind different delicious ingredients – including seafood, cheese, honey and more. She also shares her knowledge of cooking techniques to inspire others to be more curious, creative and joyful cooks in their own kitchens.

HOW TO WATCH FROM THE SOURCE

Seasons one and two are available on Magnolia Network, and to stream anytime on Discovery+ and the Magnolia app.

Season 1

Season 1,  Episode 1

Seafood | Katie experiences a first-hand lesson in sustainable fishing methods.

Season 1, Episode 2

Cheese | Katie learns the process of making one of her favorite ingredients: cheese.

Season 1, Episode 3

Honey | Katie overcomes her dislike of insects to learn more about bees and honey.

Season 1, Episode 4

Rice | Katie explores varieties of locally sourced rice to use in her cooking.

Season 1, Episode 5

Apples | Katie learns about heirloom and feral apples at a century-old orchard.

Season 1, Episode 6

Corn | Katie explores the origins of corn and its ties to indigenous cultures.

Season 2

Season 2,  Episode 1

Chocolate | Katie explores a cocoa bean’s journey from sourcing to processed chocolate.

Season 2, Episode 2

Olive Oil | Katie visits Oregon’s Durant Olive Mill to see how olive oil is processed.

Season 2, Episode 3

Flour | Katie consults with Hendersonville mill, Carolina Ground on the nuances of flour.

Season 2,  Episode 4

Truffles | Katie learns about the challenges of truffle cultivation in America.

Season 2, Episode 5

Salt | Katie visits Oregon to learn how to harvest salt and highlight its taste.

Season 2, Episode 6

Maple Syrup | Katie learns about the many flavor profiles of maple syrup in Rodman, NY.

Season 2,  Episode 7

Pork | Katie visits South Carolina to learn the process of whole hog barbecue.

Season 2, Episode 8

Mushrooms | Katie learns how a New York farm brings specialty mushrooms to market.

Season 2, Episode 9

Kelp | Katie visits a kelp farm in Maine to learn about its delicious versatility.

Season 3 – coming soon!

Cook Like a Chef: Recipes for the Home Cook

Discover delicious recipes and new cooking techniques with Katie Button

Techniques for Cooking 

Sharpen your knowledge in the kitchen with Chef Katie Button’s fundamental cooking techniques.

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Braised Chicken with Muscadine Grapes & Sherry

I’m a major fan of muscadine grapes! Ever since meeting with Devon from OTL Farms for From the Source, I find myself anticipating muscadine season with a ton of excitement!   The seasonal transition from summer to fall creates space for this warming chicken dish, making use of delicious, native muscadine grapes of the Southeast. […]

Perfectly Seared Ribeye Steak

Back in December of 2022, the first episode of Season 3 of From the Source aired as a sneak peek. Honestly, I love this episode, and I’ve known Will from White Oak Pastures a long time. They truly raise some of the best grassfed beef in the world. Will believes that animals should have the […]

Whipped Beef Tallow

Back in December of 2022, the first episode of Season 3 of From the Source aired as a sneak peek. Honestly, I love this episode, and I’ve known Will from White Oak Pastures a long time. They truly raise some of the best grassfed beef in the world. Will believes that animals should have the […]