Best David Nayfeld Podcasts (2025)

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Jackie Carnesi (Kellogg's Diner--Brooklyn) on Learning to Love New York, Preserving Landmark Restaurants, and the Push-Pull of Fine Dining 1:09:27

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Jackie Carnesi has reinvigorated Brooklyn's Kellogg's Diner, a 24-hour destination diner (if there is such a thing) that serves traditional diner food alongside killer Tex-Mex, culled from Jackie's memories of her Texas childhood. In this conversation, recorded on-site at the diner, she recounts her slow discovery of the pro kitchen, initially relu…

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(From The Vault) Salt: Melissa Clark and Jacobsen Salt 57:34

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There are few ingredients you will find in every single chef's kitchen. Across cuisines, styles, and preferences, there may be none as fundamental as salt. Gracing us for a second time is food journalist, cookbook author, and New York Times columnist Melissa Clark in our New York studio. Melissa, John & Andrea discuss the history of salt and how th…

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Yara Herrera (Hellbender restaurant--Queens, NY) on Standing Out, Fitting in, and Honing Your Culinary Voice 1:25:42

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Chef Yara Herrera, a native of Los Angeles, worked in some of LA's most demanding kitchens (Spago, Providence, Majordomo) before moving to New York City and Momofuko Ko. During the pandemic, after gaining attention for her own food in pop-up form, she was approached by the owners of Rolo's--the hit restaurant in Ridgewood, Queens--about partnering …

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Douglas Keane (Chef-Owner, Cyrus; Author, Culinary Leverage) on Kitchen Culture, the Cost of Ego, and the Pace of Change 1:02:53

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Douglas Keane has enjoyed tremendous success at his Cyrus restaurant in Geyserville, CA. At the same time, he's observed the need for change on many fronts in the hospitality industry, and instituted some of those changes himself. in his first book, Culinary Leverage: A Journey Through the Heat, he divides his attentions between relating his own st…

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Rewind Episode | Jordan Shapiro on Fatherhood + Feminism 33:09

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What does it mean to be a "feminist dad"? Maybe a better place to start is asking: what does it mean to be a feminist at all... and why is that term so controversial? There are many ideas and misunderstandings associated with the concept of feminism, and in August of 2021, we were fortunate to explore feminism and fatherhood with the brilliant Jord…

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Anne McBride (Vice President of Impact, James Beard Foundation) Discusses the Foundation's 2025 Independent Restaurant Industry Report 1:22:56

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The James Beard Foundation's Independent Restaurant Industry Report 2025 (which we highly recommend all listeners read), offers insights and possible solutions to a wide range of challenges and opportunities for American restaurants. Produced in collaboration with Deloitte, the survey is based on interviews with 50 independent restaurateurs and sur…

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106. Chaat Masala: Chef Maneet Chauhan & Sana Javeri Kadri of Diaspora Spice Co. 1:11:00

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In this flavorful episode of Ingredient Insiders, hosts John and Andrea from Chef’s Warehouse sit down with Chef Maneet Chauhan, Food Network star, two-time Tournament of Champions winner, and owner of Chauhan Ale and Masala House in Nashville. Maneet shares her deep love for chaat masala, her journey from India to the U.S., and what it’s like to b…

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John Birdsall (author, What Is Queer Food? How We Served a Revolution) on Community, Culture, and Quiche 41:10

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Author John Birdsall makes his return to the pod to discuss his new book What Is Queer Food? How We Served a Revolution—a deeply personal and sweeping look at the intersection of queer life in the United States, and food culture here. Zooming in from his home in Tucson, John reflects on the stories, people, and moments that shaped the book, and why…

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105. Chilean Sea Bass: Chef Joe Cooper & Barry Markman and Josh Burman of Mark Foods 1:07:59

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On this episode of Ingredient Insiders, hosts John and Andrea from Chef’s Warehouse sit down with Chef Joe Cooper, General Manager at Down East Seafood and a seasoned chef whose career spans iconic kitchens like The Plaza and Le Cirque. Joe shares his remarkable journey—from culinary school to Paris, Venice, and finally New York City—offering insig…

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104. Tea: Chef Robert Irvine & Michael and Paul Harney of Harney & Sons 1:05:55

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In this episode of Ingredient Insiders, hosts John and Andrea from Chef’s Warehouse sit down with Chef Robert Irvine, renowned host of Restaurant: Impossible and other Food Network favorites. Robert shares his personal do’s and don’ts when it comes to tea, stories from his time in the British Royal Navy, and how that experience continues to shape h…

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Can Cleaning Products Build Stronger Partnerships? | Sean Busch of Dad Mode on Gendered Marketing to Dads 24:28

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Ever notice how most spray cleaners and detergents seem to be marketed straight out of the 1950s... and almost always to moms? Entrepreneur Sean Busch is on a mission to flip the script. Sean is a dad of two kids who LOVE to make messes, and he's the founder of Dad Mode, a new line of high-performance cleaning products designed specifically for dad…

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Nidal Barake (One of Each podcast) on Infiltrating the Chef World, Global Travel, and Adapting to the Moment 58:04

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As longtime fans of the pod know, there's nothing we love more than a crossover episode with a show we're friendly with. It reminds us of when we were kids and Saturday morning cartoons did the same thing, with characters from one show appearing on another, and vice versa. (That's why the animated episode image today.) So we're thrilled to welcome …

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103. Calabrian Chili: Chef David Nayfeld & Gian Paolo Celli of Tutto Calabria 1:01:40

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On this episode of Ingredient Insiders, hosts John and Andrea from Chef’s Warehouse welcome David Nayfeld, Executive Chef and Co-Owner of Che Fico in San Francisco and author of the new book Dad, What’s for Dinner? David shares how growing up in the Bay Area shaped his love for fresh, seasonal ingredients, and how he fuses California’s bounty with …

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Ari Miller (Philadelphia) on Shifting from Journalism to Cooking, Breakout Dishes, and the Meaning of "Relationship Cuisine" 1:08:08

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Ari Miller’s evolution from journalist to chef was anything but traditional. In this revealing conversation, he shares how food became both his creative outlet and medium for making sense of a dark and complicated world. From growing up in a dysfunctional household consumed with historical atrocities, to finding meaning in kitchens in Tel Aviv and …

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102. Bagels: Ed Levine & Melanie Frost of Ess-A-Bagel 1:07:51

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On this episode of Ingredient Insiders, hosts John and Andrea from Chef’s Warehouse sit down with Ed Levine, celebrated food writer, founder of Serious Eats, and host of the podcast Special Sauce. Ed shares his expert take on the best bagel spots in NYC, weighs in on the ever-controversial California bagel scene, and talks about the rising love for…

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Father's Day 2025 | Father/Son Reflections on Being a Dad 33:23

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Does it get more "meta" than interviewing your own parent about parenting? For our Father’s Day 2025 Special, Adam Flaherty goes deep with a truly special and personal guest: his own father. Tom Flaherty isn’t just Adam’s dad; he's a father of four (spanning 20 years in age!), an Air Force veteran, a retired police officer, and an inspiration and b…

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David Nayfeld (Che Fico, et. al. -- Northern California) on His First Cookbook, Dad, What's for Dinner? 42:26

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Friend of the pod David Nayfeld, of Che Fico and other Bay Area restaurants, discusses his inaugural cookbook, Dad, What's for DInner--an outstanding first effort, and a perfect Father's Day gift. Huge thanks to Andrew Talks to Chefs’ presenting sponsor, meez, the recipe operating software for culinary professionals. Meez powers the Andrew Talks to…

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101. Chocolate: Chef Jacques Torres & Michelle Roman of República Del Cacao 1:00:20

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On this episode of Ingredient Insiders, hosts John and Andrea from Chef’s Warehouse sit down with the legendary Jacques Torres, the world-renowned pastry chef, chocolatier, and beloved judge on Netflix’s Nailed It! They dive into Jacques’s incredible journey from pastry kitchens in France to becoming one of the most respected names in chocolate in …

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100. Vision: Chris and John Pappas of Chef’s Warehouse 1:01:41

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This special anniversary episode of Ingredient Insiders celebrates 40 incredible years of Chef’s Warehouse! Hosts John and Andrea sit down with Chris and John Pappas, CEO and COO of Chef’s Warehouse, to reflect on the company’s journey from its humble beginnings as Dairyland to becoming a leading provider of specialty ingredients for top chefs acro…

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Rewind Episode | Sesame Street's Emilio Delgado on Fatherhood, Legacy, Family 28:59

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Think back to your childhood... Did you have a TV neighbor, friend, or mentor who you trusted? For millions of young people, that person was Luis from Sesame Street, played for over four decades by the legendary Emilio Delgado. In this Rewind episode which originally aired in July of 2020, Emilio discusses becoming a positive role model and even a …

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Besha Rodell (author, Hunger Like a Thirst) on Restaurant Criticism, Nomadic Living, and Writing Her First Memoir 54:51

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Besha Rodell has written about food and/or reviewed restaurants for Creative Loafing, LA Weekly, The New York Times, Food & Wine, and other outlets, and is currently the restaurant critic for The Age. Today, she joins us to discuss her moving and entertaining new memoir Hunger Like a Thirst. The book tells the story of Besha's nomadic child- and ad…

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99. Eggs: Chef Amanda Freitag & Mark Sauder of Sauder Eggs 1:06:08

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On this episode of Ingredient Insiders, hosts John and Andrea from Chef’s Warehouse sit down with celebrated chef and Chopped host Amanda Freitag. From her early days in the kitchens of New York City to becoming a familiar face on the Food Network, Amanda shares the journey of her culinary career, the behind-the-scenes reality of hosting Chopped, a…

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EXCLUSIVE! RETURN OF THE LA CHEF CONFERENCE: A Special Announcement by Conference Founder Brad Metzger & Host Chef Neal Fraser 45:11

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For nearly a decade, the LA Chef Conference has been the gathering of Los Angeles chefs and industry professionals. After a one-year hiatus, the conference returns this October 6 in its new home at Redbird and Vibiana in Downtown LA. On this episode, conference founder Brad Metzger and host chef Neal Fraser join Andrew to discuss some featured topi…

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98. Creativity: Chef Duff Goldman & Ken Gordon of Mochidoki 1:07:46

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On this episode of Ingredient Insiders, hosts John and Andrea from Chef’s Warehouse sit down with legendary pastry chef Duff Goldman. Known for Ace of Cakes and beloved for his creativity and humor, Duff shares stories from his early days in Baltimore, how he found his way to the Food Network, and why mastering cookies is more complex than it looks…

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Emily Yuen (Lingo restaurant, Brooklyn) on Moving on from French Cuisine, Finding Her Culinary Voice, and Why She Never Says Never 1:04:58

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Before launching her hit modern-Japanese restaurant Lingo in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, chef Emily Yuen worked in some hardcore French kitchens in London and Singapore, then found her way to New York City. In this conversation, Emily shares her evolution from French to Japanese cuisine, how she developed her management chops, and the disparate influence…

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97. Competition: Chef Antonia Lofaso & Todd Gosule of B&W Quality Growers 1:11:33

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In this episode of Ingredient Insiders, hosts John and Andrea from Chef’s Warehouse are joined by Antonia Lofaso—winner of Tournament of Champions VI and Executive Chef of Scopa Italian Roots and DAMA. Antonia opens up about her recent culinary victory, how her passion for golf influences her approach in the kitchen, the role of confidence in both …

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Calvin Eng (Bonnie's restaurant, Brooklyn, & author of Salt Sugar MSG) on the Value of Unconventional Training, Generations of Cantonese-American Food, and Whether There's Such a Thing as NYC Cuisine 1:16:52

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Calvin Eng has had a busy and successful few years. His restaurant Bonnie's in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, has become a hub of modern Cantonese-American cuisine, and now he's out with his first cookbook, Salt Sugar MSG: Recipes and Stories from a Cantonese American Home. Andrew caught up with Calvin at his home in Williamsburg to discuss his path to hi…

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96. Brandt Beef: Chef Robbie Felice & Eric Brandt of Brandt Beef 1:18:31

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In this episode of Ingredient Insiders, hosts John and Andrea from Chef's Warehouse sit down with Robbie Felice, the award-winning chef and restaurateur behind Viaggio, Osteria Crescendo, pastaRAMEN, and Bar Mutz. Robbie shares his passion for working with Brandt Beef, the lessons they don’t teach you in culinary school, and how he pushed his creat…

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Building Trust Around Screens + Social Media | Soren Poulsen on Raising Digital Citizens 34:02

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Do you feel uneasy about handing your kid an internet-enabled device? Or feel like you know very little about what they're doing online? It can be really tough to broach conversations about this stuff without instantly putting our kids on the defense. We're joined by Soren Poulsen, co-founder of Raising Digital Citizens and father of two, who, alon…

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95. Tahini: Eden Grinshpan & Amy Zitelman of Soom Foods 1:07:37

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On this season premiere episode of Ingredient Insiders, John and Andrea from Chef's Warehouse sit down with Eden Grinshpan, host of Top Chef Canada and author of the upcoming cookbook Tahini Baby (releasing April 22nd). Eden shares what it’s like behind the scenes of Top Chef Canada, why tahini deserves a place in every kitchen, and how the ingredi…

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Season Seven Trailer 0:31

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Join your hosts, John Magazino & Andrea Parkins, in the new season of Ingredient Insiders as they celebrate 40 years of Chef's Warehouse! We’re talking with world-renowned chefs to discuss their culinary journey, their favorite ingredients, and the producers of those ingredients. See our trailer on YouTube HERE! Follow us on Instagram: ingredientin…

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Rewind Episode | Thyge Trimble on Preparing For Fatherhood 27:56

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Feeling unprepared for the challenges of fatherhood? You’re certainly not alone. In this Rewind episode, Editor-In-Chief Tyghe Trimble, formerly of Fatherly, joins us to navigate the roadmap to modern dadhood. When we chatted with Tyghe in November of 2021, he and his team at Fatherly had just released the insightful book Fatherhood: A Comprehensiv…

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Inside the Chefs ❤️ LA Benefit! (featuring Nyesha Arrington, Ellen Marie Bennett, Billy Harris, Sherry Yard, and others) 1:03:08

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A few weeks ago, in record time, the good folks behind the LA Chef Conference, organized a benefit for victims of the recent, devastating LA wildfires. Dubbed Chefs ❤️ LA, the event raised more than$800,000, with all proceeds going to World Central Kitchen and Restaurants Care to support their work on behalf of those who lost their homes in the con…

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Remembering André Soltner (previously unaired 2016 interview) 1:15:00

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Earlier this year, we lost one of the greatest and most influential chefs ever to ply his trade in the United States, when André Soltner passed away at age 92. On the day the culinary community pay their respects at a celebration of his life in New York City, we wanted to share this previously unaired conversation with Chef Soltner, recorded in 201…

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Making Mealtime a Family Affair | Chef David Nayfeld on Picky Eaters + Family Friendly Recipes 55:47

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Struggling with kids who are picky eaters? Want to involve your kids in meal preparation but don't know where to start? This episode is for you. We welcome esteemed professional chef (and professional dad) David Nayfeld, who brings fresh ideas to your family kitchen. With his upcoming cookbook, Dad, What's for Dinner?, David shares recipes and stra…

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Laurie Woolever (author, Care and Feeding) on Life Lessons, Navigating Memoirs, and Reckoning with Bad Men 42:14

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Come for the industry insidership, stay for the great writing and unvarnished personal honesty. Author Laurie Woolever's new memoir Care and Feeding will attract many readers because of its promise of tales from her days as assistant to Mario Batali and then Anthony Bourdain. And it delivers on that front, for sure. But Care and Feeding is also, an…

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Breaking The Cycle, Filling The Void | Chris Robbins on Self Development + Empty Nesting 59:49

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Dads, ever feel like you're on autopilot, where each day is just running through the same motions? You're not alone. Dad of three Chris Robbins joins us to discuss how Soul Degree seeks to help men interrupt the flow, get outside, and take some well-deserved time to focus on bettering ourselves. Chris also shares candidly about being a new "empty n…

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Alex Kemp (My Loup, Philly) on Figuring Out What Kind of Chef You Are, the Lures of Philadelphia, and Being Persistent 1:03:54

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At last year's Hot Luck festival in Austin, Andrew sat down with chef Alex Kemp, co-owner and chef of Philadelphia’s acclaimed restaurant My Loup for an honest and entertaining conversation. Alex shares his journey from his French-Canadian roots in Montreal to the vibrant culinary scene of Philadelphia. He discusses his diverse culinary experiences…

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Modern Dadhood Podcast Trailer | Parenting Podcast for Dads (and Moms!) 3:11

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🎥 Watch the video trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKuKFz1u3_Q Adam Flaherty and Marc Checket are two dads from suburban New England. And while they might think they’re pretty funny and cool, the world clearly does NOT need another white dude ramble-cast. That’s why Modern Dadhood explores what it really means to be a "dad" through can…

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Navigating Miscarriage and Grief as a Dad | Kelly Jean-Philippe on Pregnancy Loss + Healing 49:17

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According to most medical sources, roughly 10-20% of known pregnancies end in miscarriage. Although we probably all know people who have experienced miscarriage (or have ourselves), this is a staggering statistic. But according to Kelly Jean-Philippe, host of The Miscarriage Dads podcast, men are often overlooked and undermined when it comes to gri…

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Rasika Venkatesa (Mythily) on Progressive South Indian Cuisine, Finding the Right Kitchens, and Plotting Her First Brick-and-Mortar Restaurant 1:31:40

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At just 27 years of age, Rasika Venkatesa has already put herself in position to plan her first restaurant. Currently serving a tasting menu in her residency at Fulgrances Laundromat in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, (though March 1, 2025), Rasika attended hotel management school in India, worked her way up from commis to chef de partie at The French Laundr…

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LIVE! from the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Forum in NYC, featuring Valerie Chang, Curtis Duffy, Aisha Ibrahim, Ayesha Nurdjaja, and Junghyun Park 56:46

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Recorded LIVE before an audience at the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy competition US regional finals in New York City. Five influential American chefs (the competition's jurors), Valerie Chang, Curtis Duffy, Aisha Ibrahim, Ayesha Nurdjaja, and Junghyun Park discuss how to shape the future of the industry, in a conversation divided into three part…

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Rewind Episode | Activist Jermaine Moore on DEI + Fatherhood 31:33

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Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are more than buzzwords—they’re at the heart of today’s cultural and political conversations. In a time when these topics spark both progress and polarization, it’s a conversation well worth elevating, especially for parents striving to shape the next generation. For parents who feel uncertainty around how to …

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Mic Drop Moments: 2024's Most Surprising Dad Stories 31:29

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Join hosts Adam Flaherty and Marc Checket in this special compilation episode as they highlight the most eye-opening moments of 2024, sharing insightful and unexpected clips from a year of remarkable guest interviews. Clips include: ↳ Actor George Basil (HBO's Crashing, Barbie) on how single parenthood awards him a unique relationship with his teen…

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Tomer Blechman (Miss Ada, Theodora, Thea Bakery - Brooklyn) on the Healing Power of Food & Hospitality and Why He Doesn't Look Too Far Ahead 1:09:37

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Tomer Blechman's life has taken him from his native Israel to Los Angeles, the Far East, and finally to New York City. He also naturally progressed from a life of healing to cooking and hospitality, which are for him intertwined. This path has led him to founding three successful Brooklyn ventures: Miss Ada, Theodora, and Thea Bakery. In this deepl…

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Jenner Tomaska and Katrina Bravo (Esmé, Chicago) – Part 2, in which our heroes work and learn at MK and Next in Chicago, and decide to launch a restaurant (Esmé) together 42:18

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In this this second installment of our conversation with Jenner Tomaska and Katrina Bravo, the couple behind Chicago's Esmé, the pair discuss their time at MK and Next in Chicago, the process of concepting Esmé, and their working relationship.. Huge thanks to Andrew Talks to Chefs’ presenting sponsor, meez, the recipe operating software for culinar…

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Jenner Tomaska and Katrina Bravo (Esmé, Chicago) - Part 1, in which our heroes discover the pleasures of food and cooking and find their way to Chicago 49:36

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Two guests demand two episodes! In this first installment, Jenner Tomaska and Katrina Bravo, the couple behind Chicago's Esmé, talk about their childhoods in, respectively, Illinois and Florida, and the relationship with food and cooking that led Jenner to become a chef and Katrina to become a creative director. Huge thanks to Andrew Talks to Chefs…

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Adam Leonti (Cucina Alba, NYC) on Taking a Historical View of Food, Protecting Yourself in Business, and How His Restaurant Reflects His Life 1:13:04

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Adam Leonti discusses his New England upbringing, time cooking in Philly and living overseas, and the series of New York City projects that have led to his current success at Cucina Alba in NYC's Chelsea neighborhood. Huge thanks to Andrew Talks to Chefs’ presenting sponsor, meez, the recipe operating software for culinary professionals. Meez power…

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Paul Bertolli (Fra'Mani Handcrafted Foods) on Thinking Musically in the Kitchen, Discovering Italy, and Multi-Faceted Careers 1:01:13

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While he was in NYC for the Fancy Food Show in June, Chef Paul Bertolli made time to sit down with Andrew to discuss his varied and textured culinary career, which has included time as chef of Chez Panisse and then Oliveto, authoring or co-authoring books such as Chez Panisse Cooking and Cooking By Hand, and founding the salumi and charcuterie comp…

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Jeremy Salamon (Agi's Counter, Brooklyn) on Hungarian Food, Making it in NYC, and his First Cookbook (Second Generation) 1:10:51

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It's been a busy year for Jeremy Salamon. The chef and owner of Brooklyn's Agi's Counter came out with his first cookbook, Second Generation: Hungarian and Jewish Classics Reimagined for the Modern Table, and is readying his next restaurant, Pitt's, for its imminent launch. Earlier this fall, Andrew dropped into Agi's Counter and chatted with Jerem…