AFIELD: Episode 2 features outdoor enthusiast Chef Rob McDaniel

In this episode of Afield, Christiana sits down with renowned Alabama chef and James Beard semifinalist Rob McDaniel to explore the intersections of food, faith, and conservation. After his first Birmingham restaurant, Helen, has been a hit, Chef Rob is now diving deep into sustainable seafood with the launch of Bayonet—his new oyster-forward restaurant in Birmingham. As always, this episode isn’t just about food—it’s a heartfelt conversation about connecting to the land, preserving ecosystems, and how his spirituality and Southern upbringing influence every dish. Christiana even shares a fun