Best Celebritychef Podcasts (2024)

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Chefs Emeril and E.J. Lagasse: the moment Emeril knew his son E.J. had “it” in the kitchen (S9/Ep.22) 45:14

7M ago45:14

45:14

For the season finale, we welcome father/son duo, Chefs Emeril and E.J. Lagasse. Emeril recently handed over the reins of his flagship restaurant, Emeril’s, to his 20 year old son. In this episode, Emeril and E.J. discuss their paths into the culinary world, including the moment E.J. knew he was ready to follow his father’s footsteps in the culinar…

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Chefs Tim Flores and Genie Kwon: the world’s first Filipino restaurant to receive a Michelin star (S9/Ep.21) 1:05:40

8M ago1:05:40

1:05:40

Tim Flores and Genie Kwon are the husband/wife duo behind Kasama; a bakery and modern Filipino restaurant in the Ukrainian Village neighborhood of Chicago. In one year they racked up three of the world’s biggest accolades including Food & Wine’s “Best New Chef,” James Beard Award Best Chef: Great Lakes, and a Michelin star… not to mention the Robb …

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Beyond the Drink: Julie Reiner and Simon Ford (S9/Ep.20) 35:53

8M ago35:53

35:53

Julie Reiner and Simon Ford, two extraordinary minds and close friends in the cocktail world, each bring their unique contributions to the bar scene. With 25 years of elevating New York City's cocktail scene through iconic establishments like Flatiron Lounge and The Pegu Club, Julie has become a trailblazer in the industry. She was recently feature…

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Thanksgiving BONUS Episode: @cleanplateclubpod’s (Leftover) Dinner Roll French Toast Cups with Cranberry-Maple Glaze (S9/Ep.19) 5:46

8M ago5:46

5:46

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Beyond the Plate. We’re excited to share this bonus episode featured on our other family-focused podcast, Clean Plate Club. This recipe spotlights a great use for your leftover dinner rolls. If you’re a fan of the pod, you probably guessed right…we’re using Martin’s Sweet Dinner Potato Rolls (AND some leftover c…

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BONUS Episode: ‘tis the season for holiday cocktails (S9/Ep.18) 13:14

8M ago13:14

13:14

This week we’re taking a short break from our regular schedule to share a special bonus episode with the Brand Advocacy Team of Fords Gin. Last season, you may have caught a special episode we did with the Beyond the Plate family sharing recipes and tips for Thanksgiving. Well, this time we thought we'd give our listeners what many of you really wa…

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R.J., Jerrod, and Molly Melman: when they know a restaurant is a success (S9/Ep.17) 54:31

9M ago54:31

54:31

We’re breaking away from this season’s “duos” theme and bringing you a TRIO! R.J., Jerrod, and Molly Melman are the sibling trio behind Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants, a privately held, family-owned restaurant group with more than 110 restaurants and 60 unique concepts nationwide, including; the RPM Restaurants, Sushi-san, Aba, Ramen-san, Bub Ci…

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Beyond the Drink: Stefano Catino’s Polar Stratospheric Cloud (S9/Ep.16) 30:11

9M ago30:11

30:11

Stefano Catino is considered one of Australia's most influential bar figures. He is behind Australia’s most famous cocktail bar and has racked up a number of awards including being part of The World’s 50 Best Bars in 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023- not to mention, named the Best Bar in Australasia at The World's 50 Best Bars in all five years. In…

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BONUS Episode: Frito-Lay’s Chris Bellinger: how @FLVR_US became a viral sensation on TikTok (S9/Ep.15) 18:19

9M ago18:19

18:19

This week is all about snacks! We are joined by Chris Bellinger, the Chief Creative Officer of PepsiCo Foods US, and the man behind the viral TikTok handle @FLVR_US; a community of people who have shared over 1,750 recipes using Frito-Lay brands as ingredients in cooking. Chris shares how in just six months the handle amassed one million followers …

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Beyond the Drink: Drink Masters’ Kate Gerwin and Christian “Suzu” Suzuki (S9/Ep.14) 43:18

9M ago43:18

43:18

Kate and Suzu both competed in the hit Netflix reality competition series, “Drink Masters.” As you’ll quickly notice in this discussion, they also happen to be great friends. Kate’s award-winning bar is in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She’s been named by Drinks International as one of the industry's "Top 100 Most Influential Figures in the World." Suzu…

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Ed and Natasha Tatton: becoming a 100% plant-based and vegan-friendly bakery (S9/Ep.13) 1:19:28

9M ago1:19:28

1:19:28

Ed and Natasha Tatton are the husband/wife duo of BReD, the popular vegan bakery + cafe in Whistler, BC. They’re about to release their first book; BReD: Sourdough Loaves, Small Breads, and Other Plant-Based Baking (available November 2023), which will add to their already loyal following at the bakery as well as the hundreds of thousands of people…

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Beyond the Drink: Ago Perrone, Giorgio Bargiani & the Connaught Martini (S9/Ep.12) 25:54

10M ago25:54

25:54

Ago and Giorgio are two famed mixologists leading one of the world’s best bars. They are among the most influential and awarded personalities on the global mixology scene and are considered pioneers who have elevated mixology to a form of art and style. In this episode of Beyond the Drink, we delve into the serendipitous meeting of these two bar mi…

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Chefs Katianna and John Hong: a modern-day culinary love story. (S9/Ep.11) 1:02:51

10M ago1:02:51

1:02:51

Katianna and John are the Chefs/Partners of Yangban; a Modern-Korean American Restaurant in the heart of Downtown L.A.’s Arts District. They showcase an autobiographical experience that celebrates their respective backgrounds. Since opening, Yangban has earned accolades such as the coveted spot in Bon Appetit's “Top 10 Best New Restaurants in Ameri…

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Beyond the Drink: Ben Clemons’ Lost Bird and Jamie White’s GoodTimes Gimlet (S9/Ep.10) 32:25

10M ago32:25

32:25

Ben and Jamie own and operate a number of bars together in Nashville, TN. Their innovative approach to all things drinks has helped ramp up the level of expectation in Nashville to national acclaim. Hear how they traveled the world exploring the lands of sugarcane and agave, ultimately creating a menu that pays homage to exotic flavors and authenti…

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Chef Tracy Malechek-Ezekiel and Arjav Ezekiel: the duo behind Food & Wine Magazine’s Restaurant of the Year 2023 (S9/Ep.09) 49:27

10M ago49:27

49:27

Meet the dynamic hospitality power couple, Tracy and Arjav, behind Austin's renowned Birdie's restaurant, recently crowned by Food & Wine Magazine as “Restaurant of the Year." Birdie's is more than a restaurant; it represents this couple’s shared vision for a reimagined culinary model that places sustainability and equity at its core. Hear the stor…

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BONUS EPISODE: Clean Plate Club - Tiffani Thiessen: Garbage Pound Cake 10:10

10M ago10:10

10:10

There is a very special episode of Beyond the Plate coming Friday. Until then, from the team behind Beyond the Plate, we’re proud to welcome our new family-friendly podcast, Clean Plate Club. It's like storytime... with recipes. Today, we’re sharing an episode featuring Tiffani Thiesen. If you enjoy it, you can find all of the episodes on the podca…

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Beyond the Drink: Matt Meyer, Daniel Paez & the Last Word (S9/Ep.08) 14:17

11M ago14:17

14:17

Matt and Daniel are a chef/bartender duo based in Oakland, CA. Daniel approaches the ingredients for his drinks with a culinary sensibility while Chef Matt’s cooking style combines his Mexican background and his love for exploring other cultures through their food. It is often that guests find Matt’s ingredients from the kitchen like chiles, spices…

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Chef Kyle and Katina Connaughton: the husband/wife “duo” behind 3 Michelin Star SingleThread Farm-Restaurant-Inn (S9/Ep.07) 51:16

11M ago51:16

51:16

Kyle and Katina Connaughton are the husband/wife duo behind 3 Michelin Star “SingleThread Farm-Restaurant-Inn,” in Healdsburg, CA. Kyle is the Head Chef and has worked for some of the biggest culinary names around the world from Japan to England to the US. He is professor emeritus at The Culinary Institute of America, and co-published the book Dona…

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Beyond the Drink: Ross Simon’s Slap n Tickle and Joe Brooke of Fords Gin (S9/Ep.06) 27:20

11M ago27:20

27:20

Ross and Joe are accomplished bar industry veterans representing the west coast. Ross Simon is a globally renowned bartender based in Arizona. He’s worked with numerous bars, hosted cocktail seminars and produced cocktail competitions. He now owns and operates two award-winning cocktail bars. Joe Brooke is the west coast trade advocacy manager for …

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Beyond the Plate Presents: CLEAN PLATE CLUB PODCAST 7:04

11M ago7:04

7:04

From the team behind Beyond the Plate….. Clean Plate Club is for kids and grown-ups, encouraging everyone to get excited about cooking. It’s like storytime…but with recipes. Listen along as we share delicious dishes and tasty treats from chefs and celebrities who cook at home with their kids. Targeted for children ages 3-103, Clean Plate Club is a …

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Chef Ken and Verveine Oringer: father/daughter “duo” and co-authors of Cooking with My Dad, the Chef (S9/Ep.05) 43:47

11M ago43:47

43:47

Ken Oringer is a James Beard award-winning Boston-based chef, restaurateur, and philanthropist. He has a collection of renowned restaurants including Uni, Toro, Coppa, Little Donkey and Faccia a Faccia. At 10 years old, his daughter Verveine Oringer, faced a life-changing diagnosis of celiac disease. Today, at 14, she is a champion for ALL kids in …

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Beyond the Drink: Fords Gin Brand Advocates, Nandini Khaund and Alex Maynard (S9/Ep.04) 24:35

12M ago24:35

24:35

We’re joined by two extraordinary industry pros from the Fords Gin advocacy team, to talk about…gin! Meet Nandini, the Brand Advocate for Chicago who has worked in some of Chicago’s most celebrated bars. She focuses her time educating bartenders and consumers on the Fords Gin brand. Joining her is Alex, the Trade Advocacy Manager in Northern Califo…

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Chefs Stuart Brioza and Nicole Krasinski: LIVE at Graduate Hotel in Palo Alto (S9/Ep.03) 49:46

12M ago49:46

49:46

Stuart Brioza and Nicole Krasinski are the husband/wife “duo” and Chef/Owners of the legendary State Bird Provisions, The Progress, and The Anchovy Bar in San Francisco. They’ve racked up Michelin Stars, James Beard Awards, Food + Wine Magazine’s Best New Chef and Best Chef All-Stars, and more! Listen along as we get the story of a world-renowned r…

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Beyond the Drink: Mike Capoferri’s Liquid Picnic (S9/Ep.02) 19:38

12M ago19:38

19:38

Mike Capoferri is the owner of a Los Angeles neighborhood cocktail bar with a program focused excellence, consistency and sustainability. His bar was recently voted #10 on the list of North America’s 50 Best Bars 2023. Get ready for some mind-blowing insights as he shares the secrets behind one of the bar’s signature cocktails. Mike is a true advoc…

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Chefs Larry and Marc Forgione: the most notable father/son chef “duo” in America (S9/Ep.01) 59:02

1y ago59:02

59:02

Larry Forgione is considered “the godfather” of American cuisine and is largely responsible for changing the way Americans eat, beginning the entire “Farm-to-Table” movement. Marc Forgione is the acclaimed chef and owner of NYC restaurants Peasant, Restaurant Marc Forgione, and One Fifth. He is the youngest American born chef to ever receive a Mich…

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24 - The Culture And Flavours Of Mexico North Of The Border 29:11

1y ago29:11

29:11

Outside of any particular country, you may try some food that gives you a small idea of what that culture's cuisine can truly offer. Mexican food is often stereotyped and believed to be one thing or another, but Kate Chomyshyn and Julio Guajardo of Fonda Balam, located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, aim to show what the food is truly like and what we…

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23 - The State Of Restaurants For 2023 23:33

1y ago23:33

23:33

TouchBistro has recently released its State Of Restaurants report for 2023, detailing the trends, issues and opportunities for restaurateurs and their businesses to take note of throughout the year. Today, Justin is joined by Katherine Pendrill, Content Marketing Manager at TouchBistro. Katherine breaks down the four key points highlighted in the r…

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22 - Bringing Authentic Neapolitan Pizza To The West Coast 26:11

1y ago26:11

26:11

It's a special feeling when you are able to see your restaurant concept come to life. It's more special when that concept brings a unique and authentic idea with it. Chef Brendan McGill runs a restaurant group in the Seattle area, one of those restaurants being Bruciato, a pizza establishment known for its amazing wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas. In t…

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Chef Chris Shepherd: how he helped change the landscape of the Houston culinary scene (S8/Ep.22) 1:02:14

1+ y ago1:02:14

1:02:14

Chris Shepherd is the former Chef/Owner of award-winning Underbelly Restaurant (and Underbelly Hospitality), which he opened in 2012. He’s been awarded “10 Best New Chefs in America” by Food & Wine in 2013, a James Beard Award for “Best Chef: Southwest” in 2014, Robb Report's “Chef of the Year” in 2019, and Underbelly was named one of the best new …

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BONUS Episode: Fords Gin’s ‘Music to Drink Martinis To’ (S8/Ep.21) 27:01

1+ y ago27:01

27:01

This week is all about the martini! We caught up with Simon Ford of Fords Gin to discuss Music to Drink Martinis To, a new program that serves as a love letter to the iconic martini cocktail and the brand’s affinity for music. Simon shares all about the program, which includes a seven-track vinyl LP with an accompanying booklet filled with martini …

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Chef Jimmy Wang: how Panda Express became the largest family-owned and operated Asian dining concept in America (S8/Ep.20) 1:12:20

1+ y ago1:12:20

1:12:20

Jimmy Wang oversees the culinary operations for more than 2300 Panda Express restaurants around the world. From creating and implementing recipes, to training across the globe, he is responsible for the infamous and innovative ‘American Chinese’ food served daily. In 2021, Wang was honored in Nation’s Restaurant News ‘Chef Power List.” In this epis…

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21 - Let's Learn About The Host 31:32

1+ y ago31:32

31:32

Over the past season of the show, Justin has had many insightful conversations with both up-and-coming restaurateurs to the established and well-known ones. For all the new stories and experiences we get to hear, we thought to ourselves, what about Justin's story? Today, we share just that. The tables turn on our host as he takes us through his per…

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Beyond the Drink: Paige Walwyn’s Tale of Two Cities (S8/Ep.19) 13:29

1+ y ago13:29

13:29

Paige Walwyn is a bartender who was born and raised in New Jersey by immigrant parents from the island of Nevis. She has tended bar at award-winning establishments including Clover Club in Brooklyn, NY. These days you can find her at Queen Mary in Chicago, IL. For this episode, Paige walks us through an original, gin-based, martini-like cocktail sh…

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Chef Sarah Grueneberg: LIVE at Graduate Hotel in Evanston (S8/Ep.18) 1:02:30

1+ y ago1:02:30

1:02:30

Sarah Grueneberg is the multi-award winning Chef/Partner of Monteverde Restaurant & Pastificio in Chicago’s West Loop. You likely watched her as a competitor and finalist on Bravo’s “Top Chef: Texas” and Food Network’s “Iron Chef Gauntlet.” In fall of 2022, she published her first cookbook, Listen To Your Vegetables. In this episode, Sarah shares w…

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20 - The Best Advice To And From Restaurateurs 12:48

1+ y ago12:48

12:48

As Restotalk approaches its first anniversary, we want to reflect on all the wonderful guests that have appeared on the show. We've heard amazing stories from hard-working people, and they have given some great advice to fellow restaurateurs. Today, we look back at some of the best key pieces of advice given throughout the season. You can earn $100…

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Beyond the Drink: Stacey Swenson’s Bugs’ Sour (S8/Ep.17) 24:22

1+ y ago24:22

24:22

Stacey Swenson is a 20-year veteran of the hospitality industry and one of the most sought-after bartenders on aperitivo and Italian drinking culture. After relocating to NYC from Chicago, she held notable positions including head bartender at Dante, which was #1 on the World’s Best Bar list in 2019. She was the Bar Director for Mattos Hospitality …

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Chef Winnie Yee-Lakhani: how she’s creating a new style of BBQ by weaving in her Malaysian-Chinese roots (S8/Ep.16) 56:26

1+ y ago56:26

56:26

Winnie Yee-Lakhani is a chef, mom, entrepreneur and the self-taught “Pit Madam” / founder of Smoke Queen Barbecue. She was a finalist on Food Network's “BBQ Brawl” (Season 3) and was featured on the “Kelly Clarkson Show.” In this episode, we learn how Winnie weaves in the flavors of her Malaysian-born Chinese childhood with traditional American smo…

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Beyond the Drink: Iain Griffiths' Gimlet 75 (S8/Ep.15) 29:02

1+ y ago29:02

29:02

Iain Griffiths is an Aussie entrepreneur, educator & bartender who was awarded the first-ever “Bartender’s Bartender” award at the World's 50 Best Bars in 2017. For this episode, Iain walks us through their Gimlet 75, a mashup of two classic cocktails, the Gimlet and the French 75. Iain has done an overwhelming amount of work in the social impact s…

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19 - Running A Renowned Father-Son Steakhouse 21:12

1+ y ago21:12

21:12

Oftentimes when going out to dine, we find it as an escape and to be able to experience a whole different atmosphere. There are also times when we like to feel a little more at home when we go out to eat. K.C. Gulbro and his father look to provide that kind of experience with both of their concepts FoxFire and Copper Fox. Today, Justin talks with k…

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John Gargano: from his time in federal prison to General Manager of one of NYC’s best restaurants (S8/Ep.14) 52:01

1+ y ago52:01

52:01

John Gargano served 13 years in prison for selling drugs, and in 2016 received clemency from President Obama. He is now the General Manager of Tom Colicchio’s Craft New York and Vallata, two of NYC’s top restaurants. You may be familiar with his story from the Humans of NY instagram page. John is a graduate of NYU's School of Professional Studies w…

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Beyond the Drink: Christine Wiseman’s Time to Sparkle (S8/Ep.13) 11:24

1+ y ago11:24

11:24

Christine Wiseman is the Beverage Director of Bar Lab, which includes Broken Shaker, Hoja, Margot Natural Wine Bar, MaryGold's, and Higher Ground. She started as a chef, made the move to behind the bar, and has since received worldwide recognition and accolades leading teams at acclaimed bars and restaurants around the country. For this episode, we…

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Chef Dena Marino: how she went from one of America’s best restaurant chefs to the private chef of LeBron James and his family (S8/Ep.12) 41:22

1+ y ago41:22

41:22

Dena Marino is the private chef for LeBron James and his family. She is one of the country's most accomplished and preeminent chefs having spent time cooking in Napa (Tra Vigne), Aspen (Ajax, D19, Ellina) and Miami (MC Kitchen). Over the course of her career, Dena and her restaurants have received numerous accolades ranging from the nation's “Top 2…

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18 - For The Love Of All Things Craft 23:29

1+ y ago23:29

23:29

You can find a big chain restaurant wherever you turn in your city. Chances are, you aren't too far from one. As much as a wonderful fixture as they are to have around town, sometimes finding the smaller spots that support and sell local is a nice getaway. Rebecca Golden owns Lovecraft in Phoenix, Arizona. Lovecraft is a small restaurant that pride…

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Beyond the Drink: Ignacio “Nacho” Jimenez & the Caprice (S8/Ep.11) 17:01

1+ y ago17:01

17:01

Jose Ignacio “Nacho” Jimenez has nearly 20 years of hospitality experience and has become known for not only his drinks, but his enthusiastic spirit behind the bar. He’s worked at some of NYC’s most respected cocktail bars- most recently as the bar manager of Ghost Donkey, where he celebrated the art of Mexican hospitality. In this episode, we disc…

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Chef Jose Garces: how he became one of the nation’s leading culinary authorities of Spanish and Latin-American cuisine (S8/Ep.10) 1:08:04

1+ y ago1:08:04

1:08:04

Jose Garces is an Iron Chef, father, husband, cookbook author, James Beard Award-winner, entrepreneur and food innovator. He has a number of restaurants in Philadelphia and Atlantic City. In this episode, he discusses the influence his parents had on his career, the reason he passed up what many would consider to be the “dream job,” and the art of …

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17 - Carrying The Family Legacy Of Barbeque In The Heart Of Texas 27:24

1+ y ago27:24

27:24

There's a sense of pride and accomplishment that can be felt when you're able to become successful in your business endeavors. That can be felt more so when you carry on in the family business as a third-generation restaurateur. Robbie Shoults is the owner and self-proclaimed "head honcho" at Bear Creek Smokehouse. With his family name planted firm…

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Beyond the Drink: Demi Natoli’s Petty in Pink (S8/Ep.09) 12:37

1+ y ago12:37

12:37

Demi Natoli is the Beverage Director at Graduate Hotel Nashville. She spent time in Chicago at Lost Lake, which was voted one of the top 50 bars in the world by World's 50 Best Bars. Demi prides herself on ideating, crafting, and serving cocktails inspired by her Cuban-American heritage. In this episode, we discuss the process behind a gin cocktail…

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BONUS Episode: From Our Plate to Yours: Thanksgiving recipes, tips and more! (S8/Ep.08) 28:43

1+ y ago28:43

28:43

This week, we’re taking a short break from our regular schedule to share a special bonus episode. Due to the large amount of incoming Thanksgiving questions, the Beyond the Plate family thought we’d get together to share some recipes and tips that will make your holiday a little easier (and maybe even tastier). This episode is moderated by our Exec…

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16 - The Song And Dance Of Ice Cream 26:28

1+ y ago26:28

26:28

If there are two things in this world that people generally tend to love, it's ice cream and music. Aggie Roberts of The Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe brought these two ideas together to bring a truly unique dessert experience. Today, Aggie talks with Justin about where the idea of a singing ice cream shop came from, what makes it a special ev…

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Chef Shota Nakajima: how he embraces his weaknesses in the kitchen and uses them to propel himself forward (S8/Ep.07) 44:44

1+ y ago44:44

44:44

Shota Nakajima is the chef/owner of Taku Seattle and Kōbo Pizza in Seattle. His restaurants have racked up a number of accolades including “Best New Restaurant” by The Seattle Times and “Top 10 Restaurant” in Seattle Magazine. You may also recognize him from Season 18 of Bravo’s “Top Chef,” where he placed as a top three finalist and was awarded th…

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Beyond the Drink: Vlad Novikov & the Hanky Panky (S8/Ep.06) 15:57

1+ y ago15:57

15:57

Vlad Novikov is the General Manager of the Silver Lyan in Washington, DC. Prior to being in DC, he spent several years in Chicago developing cocktail programs for various bars and lounges and also served as the Director of Cocktails and Culture at The Peninsula Chicago. Vlad walks us through a cocktail made famous by the legendary Ada Coleman at th…

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