Barns + Farms w/side of Cornbread

🎙️ Episode #3: Rising Through the Storm with Christopher Catino & Chef Eric Morris of Hell or High Water
In this episode of Farms + Barns w/side of Cornbread, we dive deep into the story behind Hell or High Water, Black Mountain’s culinary gem located in the historic Icehouse building. Our special guests, Christopher Catino (Director Of Operations) and Chef Eric Morris, take us on a journey through passion, perseverance, and community spirit.
Discover how the dynamic team of Foothills Farm and Butchery under its founders, Casey and Amanda McKissikbrought their vision to life with dishes that spotlight locally sourced excellence, a hallmark of the Foothills Local Meatslegacy. There is so much that weaves into this story of farmers, respect for animals, community, and resilience.
We’ll also unravel the roots of The Grange, the powerful beginnings of Foothills Meats, and a sneak peek at the upcoming menu inspirations for Hell or Highwater - hint: there’s cornbread involved!
Most importantly, hear how their name, Hell or High Water, symbolizes their rise to success and community resilience following the trials of Hurricane Helene.
 
🔥 This episode is a must-listen for food lovers, entrepreneurs, and community builders alike.
👉 Learn more about Hell or High Water:⁠Hell or High Water - Foothills Local Meats⁠
👉 Discover Foothills Local Meats:⁠Foothills Local Meats

Hey y’all! Welcome back toBarns + Farms w/ a Side of Cornbread! This week, hostShayne Hollifield sits down withHaley from Olive Branch Cattle Company in Marion, NC, to talk about something that goes way beyond farming—it’s about heart, resilience, and the power of community. 
WhenHurricane Helene came through, farmers across Western North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina faced devastating losses. But in the face of hardship, something incredible happened—people from all over the country stepped up, and Olive Branch Cattle Company became an unexpected hub of hope.Hay, feed, supplies, and kindness poured in, and Haley was right in the middle of it all, witnessing firsthand what happens when neighbors (near and far) show up for one another. God had his hands all over WNC!
In this episode, we talk about:🌾 How Olive Branch Cattle Company turned into a distribution center overnight💪 The grit and generosity that fueled recovery efforts🚜 Why farmers helping farmers is a bond like no other❤️ The unexpected moments that reminded Haley what community is all about
So grab a seat (maybe even a slice of cornbread) and settle in—this is a story about farmers, friendship, and finding light in the darkest storms. 
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Show Notes:Props go to:
April Johnson
Dylan of Satterwhite Dairy Farm
Joy and Steve from texas (⁠https://www.brownstonechurch.com/⁠)
Tractor Supply Company (⁠https://www.tractorsupply.com/?cid=Search-Google-TSC_TSC-Brand-TSC%20Brand&utm_medium=Google&utm_source=Search&utm_campaign=TSC_TSC&utm_content=Brand&utm_term=TSC%20Brand&cid=Google-Search&utm_medium=Google&utm_source=Search&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADnTm22V4mF7Wlsaukj3zGEKYkjzj&gclid=Cj0KCQiA-5a9BhCBARIsACwMkJ7aRdKnphwU5Zs1v1-hX7jrX82iQbnILutO_d4bWRXQmO6A0vwMcQ4aAtAmEALw_wcB⁠
Ohio crew
Native Roofing (⁠https://www.nativeroofing828.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=wix_google_business_profile&utm_campaign=11532894631253467985⁠)
Oilve Branch Cattle Company (⁠https://www.olivebranchcattleco.com⁠)
 
 

"In the blink of an eye, something completely unexpected can occur that will alter the future in unpredictable ways. On a late spring evening in 1992, Manny Lawrence was having dinner with his close friends Don and Elizabeth Filpot, who were keenly interested in Arabian horses. Not being a horseman himself, Manny was amused to hear his friends discussing their excitement over their plans to attend the 25th birthday party of the Arabian stallion Khemosabi++++// (Amerigo x Jurneeka, by Fadjur).
Although Manny wasn’t quite able to comprehend how going to a birthday party for a horse could generate such excitement, before he knew it he had agreed to join his friends on their weekend excursion. By the time Manny and the Filpots arrived in the Santa Ynez Valley, a crowd of fans had already gathered at Delongpré Arabians to pay homage to their hero.
Little did Manny know, that he was about to experience the awakening of his inner horseman! He describes joining the adoring group gathered along the fence line, “Khemo was entertaining everyone, and then he stopped in front of me, and I could have sworn that he introduced himself. He was one of the most charismatic living creatures I had ever encountered. It was within the next 48 hours that I purchased the first of my many Arabian horses."
[excerpt from jadecreek.com]
Manny Lawrence and Lori Morss and their Arabians now live in the beautiful Horse Shoe, North Carolina-nestled just between Asheville and Hendersonville, nibbling on green grass, breathing this gorgeous mountain air, and enjoying a bite of cornbread from neighbors.
It's what the WNC Mountains are all about.
⁠www.jadecreek.com⁠
⁠Jade Creek Arabians Facebook Page⁠
⁠Jade Creek Arabians Instagram Page⁠
 
You can learn more about Shayne Hollifield by visiting her Real Estate Brokerage in Black Mountain, North Carolina:
⁠https://nc-realty.com⁠
⁠Shayne's Facebook page⁠
⁠Shayne's Instagram Page⁠
⁠Noble & Company Youtube Channel⁠
 
Stay tuned for Barns + Farms w/ side of cornbread website