Best Elikulp Podcasts (2024)

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Redemption in the Kitchen: Mike Solomonov’s Path to Culinary Excellence 1:44:26

4h ago1:44:26

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In this episode of CHEF Radio, we're thrilled to feature none other than Mike Solomonov of Zahav and the CooknSolo empire. Join us as we dive into Mike's Israeli roots, his courageous battle with addiction, and the challenging beginnings of Zahav. Discover how he built a unique company, blending accessible, scalable concepts like Federal Donuts and…

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Chef Chris Shepherd & Lindsey Brown: Supporting Industry Workers Through Southern Smoke 1:41:01

2d ago1:41:01

1:41:01

Welcome to another exciting episode, where we delve into the inspiring stories of those making a difference in the culinary world. Today, we're joined by Chef Chris Shepherd and wife/ partner Lindsey Brown from the Southern Smoke Foundation in Houston, Texas. Chef Chris, a celebrated culinary figure, recently hung up his apron to dedicate himself t…

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How Chef JJ Johnson Uses Rice to Connect Cultures at Fieldtrip 1:22:33

9d ago1:22:33

1:22:33

Introducing Chef JJ Johnson, a renowned chef, owner, and cookbook author, who is revolutionizing the fast-casual dining scene with his innovative restaurant, Fieldtrip. Chef JJ, a CIA-trained chef with a background in fine dining, decided to break the mold by creating a community-driven rice bowl concept that highlights the global significance of r…

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Rob Rubba on Ethical Dining at DC's Michelin-Starred Oyster Oyster 1:18:52

16d ago1:18:52

1:18:52

Today, we’re thrilled to welcome Chef Rob Rubba, the ’90s skater kid turned culinary mastermind behind the Michelin-starred Oyster Oyster in Washington, DC. Celebrated for its groundbreaking and eco-friendly approach, Oyster Oyster leads the way in sustainable dining, artfully blending diverse techniques in preservation to craft extraordinary flavo…

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Revolutionizing Food: Nathan Myhrvold’s Insights on Modernist Cuisine and Technology 1:20:59

26d ago1:20:59

1:20:59

Welcome to episode 119 featuring the remarkable scientist-turned-culinary-pioneer, Nathan Myhrvold, where we dive deep into his fascinating journey from Chief Technology Officer at Microsoft to culinary innovator and author of the groundbreaking Modernist Cuisine series. Join us as Nathan shares his unique approach to writing his Modernist Cuisine …

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Building a Sustainable Culinary Future with Chef Tracy Malechek of Birdies 1:31:31

1M ago1:31:31

1:31:31

We're thrilled to have Chef Tracy Malechek join us on CHEF Radio, where we discuss her impressive background that includes working at some of New York's finest restaurants, honing her craft and developing a profound understanding of the culinary world. In this episode, we’ll explore her journey from the bustling kitchens of New York to meeting her …

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Creating a Lasting Restaurant Empire with Chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger 1:47:22

1M ago1:47:22

1:47:22

Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Millikan, two pioneering chefs behind acclaimed restaurants like Border Grill and Alice B. discuss their beginnings, challenges in the industry, and the influence of Mexican cuisine on their careers. From their early struggles at City Cafe to their television success, this conversation is packed with invaluable insights a…

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Episode 116: Chef Fiore Tedesco of L'Oca d'Oro and Bambino in Austin 1:16:10

2M ago1:16:10

1:16:10

In this heartfelt episode, Chef Fiore Tedesco shares his remarkable personal and professional journey. Born deaf, Fiore faced significant challenges growing up in a large Italian family. The episode touches on his experiences with anxiety and trauma, his reflections on leadership and empathy, and the constant pursuit of balance in the demanding res…

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Episode 115: Nasim Alikhani of Sofreh & Sofreh Cafe in Brooklyn 1:29:33

2M ago1:29:33

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In this episode, you're going to hear the story of a young lady who immigrated with almost nothing and slowly but surely began to rebuild her life in New York City through sheer willpower. By listening, you will learn how Nasim held onto the lessons she learned in her mother's kitchen in Iran until she was able to open Sofreh, as well as how she tr…

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Episode 114: Chef Gregory Gourdet of Kann and Sousol in Portland 1:14:38

2M ago1:14:38

1:14:38

Embark on a gripping journey of resilience and redemption with Chef Gregory Gourdet in this riveting episode! Brace yourself for a rollercoaster of ambition, setbacks, and ultimately, triumph. In a world where success is often elusive, Gregory's story reminds us that the path to greatness is anything but linear. Join us as we unravel the challenges…

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Episode 113: Chef Michael Anthony of Gramercy Tavern in NYC 1:27:42

2M ago1:27:42

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In today's can't-miss episode, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Chef Michael Anthony, the culinary mastermind behind New York City's iconic Gramercy Tavern. Join us as we delve into Chef Anthony's culinary journey, his approach to setting the culture and tone in the kitchen, and the creative process behind crafting unforgettable dining exp…

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Episode 112: Chef Radio Live 2024 with Chefs Alex Kemp, Eric Leveillee, and Chance Anies 1:14:22

3M ago1:14:22

1:14:22

10:10 Chef Alex Kemp: The Canadian chef who's taking Philadelphia by storm Impressions of his new hometown Persistence and Alex’s Culinary Journal His Time on No Reservations How Alex’s Experience Influences Him Today Montreal Restaurants Recommendations 34:18 Chef Eric Leveillee Eli’s First Impression of Eric Cooking for Chef Alain Ducasse… or Not…

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Episode 111: Chefs Blake Aguillard and Trey Smith of Saint-Germain restaurant in New Orleans 1:43:20

3M ago1:43:20

1:43:20

In this episode, we delve into the dynamic culinary partnership of Trey Smith and Blake Aguillard, who share a role as chefs at Saint-Germain. Together, they navigate the intricate dance of collaboration in the kitchen, where balancing creativity, leadership, and teamwork is key. As we explore their journey, we uncover the challenges and rewards of…

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Episode 110: Missy Robbins of Lilia, Misi and Misi Pasta in Brooklyn NY 1:41:16

4M ago1:41:16

1:41:16

Prepare to be swept away into the heart of culinary excellence as we explore the dynamic world of partnerships in the culinary industry. From the farmers who cultivate our ingredients to the purveyors who supply our kitchens, every alliance plays a vital role in shaping the culinary landscape. But in this episode, we redefine the concept of partner…

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Episode 109: Hari Cameron of The Chef's Table in Rehoboth Beach 1:42:35

4M ago1:42:35

1:42:35

Join us on this episode as we sit down with Chef Hari Cameron, tracing his remarkable journey from the world of fine dining to becoming a sought-after chef consultant, and now, his triumphant return to the culinary scene with his new venture, The Chef's Table in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. Hari candidly shares the challenges he faced balancing the de…

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Episode 108: Charlie Mitchell of Clover Hill in Brooklyn 1:13:03

4M ago1:13:03

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Today's guest, Charlie Mitchell of the one-star Michelin restaurant Clover Hill in Brooklyn, New York, has a wisdom that is hard to come across in a chef barely into his 30s and someone who has gripped the food headlines as becoming the first black Michelin-starred chef in New York City’s history and one of only two black chefs in America. Yeah, yo…

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Episode 107: Matt Kelly of MK Hospitality in Durham, North Carolina 1:08:13

5M ago1:08:13

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Chef Matt Kelly talks about his journey into the culinary arts, discusses what has influenced his cooking style, and how he managed to build a successful career out of it. His experiences range from early life in the kitchen to his stint at the Inn at Little Washington, where he honed his takes on food quality and sourcing. The Chef goes in-depth a…

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Chef Jeremy Fox Coming to Philadelphia! 1:11:51

6M ago1:11:51

1:11:51

That's right! You read that headline correctly. Chef Jeremy Fox is coming to Philadelphia for the next installment of the Voi•ãge dining series where he is joining fellow CHEF Radio alum, Nicholas Elmi of Lark restaurant! And in honor of Chef Fox coming to Philadelphia, we are revisiting his podcast, which still ranks up there as an all-time favori…

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Episode 106: Chef Jesse Ito of Royal Sushi and Izakaya in Philadelphia 1:38:27

7M ago1:38:27

1:38:27

This episode of CHEF Radio is brought to you by DryAger, the world’s leader in dry aging technology. Embarking on the journey of a sushi chef involves an unparalleled commitment—one that extends far beyond the ordinary expectations for culinary excellence. Often, to begin that journey, one must apprentice for years under an Itamae, or sushi master,…

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Episode 105: Matt Orlando of Amass* & AIR in Singapore as well as Endless in CPH 2:10:33

7M ago2:10:33

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Heavy is the head that wears the crown—an adage familiar to all. For chefs, the culmination of aspirations often transforms into a suffocating responsibility. Balancing the delicate dance between creative desires and the day-to-day demands of a profitable restaurant, chefs find themselves assuming the roles of part-time therapists, plumbers, dishwa…

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Episode 104: Author Spotlight – Shari Bayer of Chef Wise - Life Lessons from Leading Chefs Around the World 54:22

8M ago54:22

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For this podcast, we have an author, publicist, and podcast host who recently published a book that has so many incredible and unique perspectives from an astounding number of industry-leading chefs from around the globe. The author, Shari Bayer, based in New York City, is someone who is a lifer in our industry, or at least industry adjacent, as sh…

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Episode 103: Justin Pichetrungsi of Anajak Thai in LA 1:24:49

8M ago1:24:49

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What would you say if I told you that a Disney artist, who helped bring animated films to life as well as designed video games and Disney theme park attractions, won a James Beard award this year for Best Chef California? Well, in today's podcast, we welcome Justin in to talk about his highly improbable journey from a first-generation Thai kid who …

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Episode 102: Author Spotlight - Andrew Friedman of The Dish and Chefs, Drugs and Rock & Roll 55:41

9M ago55:41

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How many different individuals go into serving one plate of food in a restaurant? How many people, including producers, delivery personnel, cooks, servers, and porters, does it take to get each singular ingredient of a dish to the table? Maybe that’s not something you ever thought about; however, Andrew Friedman, author of the newly released book t…

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Episode 101: Jordan Rubin of Mr. Tuna, Bar Futo and Crispy Gai in Portland, Maine 1:17:34

9M ago1:17:34

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Do you have dreams of controlling your own destiny rather than waiting in line for your turn to step up in a restaurant owned by someone else? It seems like an obvious question, but maybe it isn’t because not everyone has the same ambition. What you are going to hear here today is the improbable story of a chef who was so driven to be their own bos…

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Episode 100: Daniel Boulud of Restaurant Daniel, Café Boulud and the Dinex Group 1:12:55

10M ago1:12:55

1:12:55

For our 100th episode, we take a road trip to New York City to talk with the legend himself, Chef Daniel Boulud, of Restaurant Daniel, Café Boulud, DB Bistro, and more. In this 100th episode, Eli has the opportunity to ask Chef what it takes to stay on top of the mountain for 30+ years as his restaurant celebrates its own incredible milestone. Chef…

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Episode 99: Chef Dave Beran of Pasjoli in Santa Monica 1:28:34

10M ago1:28:34

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What is the biggest moment in your career as a chef? Is it opening your first restaurant? Maybe it's when you receive an accolade that you were always dreaming of, or maybe it's getting a really nice review from your city's food critic. These are all great moments, without a doubt, but I would venture to say that the biggest moment in a chef's care…

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Episode 98: Chef Ana Castro of Lengua Madre and Acamaya in New Orleans 1:52:02

11M ago1:52:02

1:52:02

Success in our business is never a linear path, and it will always be met with unexpected ups and downs that will challenge you at your lowest and enthrall you at your highest. After our guest, Ana Castro of Lengua Madre and the up-and-coming Acamaya, worked in a New York City restaurant with a toxic environment that nearly killed her, she was cont…

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Episode 97: Chef Amanda Cohen of Dirt Candy 1:24:47

11M ago1:24:47

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It's not every episode that we get to sit down and talk with a pioneer of our industry, and in today's show, we invite Chef Amanda Cohen to sit down and bring her incredible perspective on cooking and life as she reminisces about the vegetable forward journey she has been on over the last 20+ years. In 2008, Amanda opened up Dirt Candy, a groundbre…

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Josh Sharkey - Chef, Entrepreneur and Founder of meez 1:12:15

12M ago1:12:15

1:12:15

Josh Sharkey trained under some incredible, generational chef talent, like David Bouley, like Indian super star chef, Floyd Cardoz, and the Great Gray Kunz, and in doing so, he built up his repertoire and his résumé, so no matter what he did, he would be successful. But after working for these industry titans, he found himself on a new mission. It …

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Episode 96: Dominic Piperno of Hearthside 1:25:26

1y ago1:25:26

1:25:26

There are so many phases throughout our lives, and restaurants are really no different. Many restaurants start off as one concept and then slowly evolve into what ultimately works best for the business. That evolution might be slow and gentle, barely felt by the guests, or it could be a clean break to start anew. Today’s Guest, Dominic Piperno, a S…

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Episode 95: Ashleigh Shanti of Good Hot Fish 1:04:28

1y ago1:04:28

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Every once in a while, there are these chefs, where it’s as if they've been hand picked by some sort of celestial chef “being”, that says, “Hey young chef, I know exactly the type of work you’re going to do“, and whether or not you subscribe to divine intervention, one thing we know, when a chef hits at the right time, with the right product and wi…

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Episode 94: Chef Johnny Spero of Reverie and Bar Spero 1:16:26

1y ago1:16:26

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Being a successful chef is so much more than being a great cook, and once you find yourself in that position, your attention is constantly being pulled away from the kitchen to handle business matters, HR, food costs, scheduling, etc. etc. So with all of these demands, how do you still maintain your creativity, your energy to lead, and your positiv…

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Episode 93: Alon Shaya of Saba, Safta and Miss River Restaurants 1:35:24

1y ago1:35:24

1:35:24

What happens when your passion meets purpose? Saba is what happens. Saba is Chef Alon Shaya’s flagship restaurant, which was his answer to that question and is the result of his passion for cooking helping him to find his purpose and his voice in food. After spending nearly an entire lifetime suppressing his heritage so that he could feel more accl…

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Episode 92: Chef Jeremiah Langhorne of The Dabney & Petite Cerise in Washington DC 1:35:45

1y ago1:35:45

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James Beard award winning chef, Jeremiah Langhorne, sits down with Eli to talk about his improbable rise to one of the Mid Atlantic’s best chefs and why his work ethic, determination, and resilience are the keys to the success he has had at The Dabney and now at his newest restaurant, Petite Cerise in DC. Chef Jeremiah only had one goal in life, an…

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Episode 91: Farmer Lee Jones and Chef Jamie Simpson of the Chef's Garden 1:23:48

1y ago1:23:48

1:23:48

So how do you know, as a chef, where you should be putting your energy outside of your normal job description? Because quite often on CHEF Radio, we talk about how chefs have positive impacts outside of the kitchen through great leadership practices, mentorship, fundraisers, and foundations, but maybe one of the single biggest impacts we can make i…

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Episode 90: Chef John Shields of Smyth and The Loyalist 1:39:25

1+ y ago1:39:25

1:39:25

What has luck got to do with it? Well, the short answer is absolutely nothing, and when Chef John Shields and his wife, Karen, took a leap of faith and moved to a little-known town in rural Virginia, they had no idea how life-changing that decision would be. It was after a New York Times writer stumbled upon their groundbreaking cooking at the litt…

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Episode 89: Chef Eric Leveillee of Lacroix Restaurant 1:24:03

1+ y ago1:24:03

1:24:03

Do you love a good redemption story? If you do, you're going to want to listen to this podcast because today's guest, Chef Eric Leveillee of Lacroix restaurant, has gone through hell and back to find his success. As someone who grew up in a household with dependency issues, Eric was nearly destined to find himself following the same path. And after…

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Episode 88: Chef Sarah Grueneberg of Monteverde Restaurant and Pastificio 1:22:50

1+ y ago1:22:50

1:22:50

After growing up in Texas and getting her feet wet in the industry, Chef Sarah Grueneberg made the move to Chicago to develop herself further in restaurants that operated at a whole other level. What she found was that she wasn't prepared, and she struggled mightily to find her identity in the kitchen in the new city. After nearly giving up and bec…

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Episode 87: Adam Richman of the History Channel 1:47:51

1+ y ago1:47:51

1:47:51

As someone who was interested in food from multiple angles at a very young age and who created a reverse flow chart to find out exactly what was the best career choice for them, food celebrity and host of many different popular shows, Adam Richman, is a force to be reckoned with when it comes to all things food. I could tell immediately that this i…

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Episode 86: Chef Eddie Konrad of Messina Club 1:14:29

1+ y ago1:14:29

1:14:29

For today’s guest, chef Eddie Konrad of Messina Club in Philadelphia, cooking was not something that was a real focus in his family, and just like the majority of the world, big extravagant meals were saved for the holidays, thus making them that much more special. In between the holidays, dinner was more for sustenance than experience, and with ev…

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Episode 85 – Chef Katie Button of Cúrate restaurant and La Bodega 1:48:56

1+ y ago1:48:56

1:48:56

Whenever a cook asks me for my advice when they are starting out, I always tell them to find the best chef they can and then just put your head down and work hard for them. This strategy is nearly bulletproof and will almost always pay dividends down the road, even if you don't think so right away. And that's exactly how chef Katie Button, of Ashev…

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Episode 84 – Chef Caroline Glover of Annette restaurant 1:11:19

1+ y ago1:11:19

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For this episode we head out to the Rocky Mountains, where chef Caroline Glover of Annette restaurant in Aurora, Colorado, joins us to talk about her journey, which started as an improbable cook and has culminated in a 2022 James Beard Award for Best Chef. See, what Caroline innately possesses that allowed her to achieve what she has, is an amazing…

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Episode 83 – Chef Evan Rich of Rich Table and RT Rotisserie 1:51:12

1+ y ago1:51:12

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If you want to be a great chef someday, you are going to have to put in the time. Period. It’s simply a tough job, and Evan sums it up perfectly. He can pay you $120,000 a year to be a line cook, but it is still going to be hard; you’re going to have to work more than you want to, you’ll still get burned, and you’ll still have a long list. It’s jus…

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Episode 82 - Chef & Writer Kiki Aranita of Poi Dog 1:40:52

1+ y ago1:40:52

1:40:52

Often the words resilience, hard work, and creativity are used to describe the key skill sets required to be successful in this industry. But, there's one more really important skill set that can be easily overlooked, and that would be resourcefulness. Resourcefulness is defined as "Having the ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome diffi…

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Episode 81 – Chef Jeff Michaud of Osteria & La Via Gaia 1:08:34

1+ y ago1:08:34

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Traveling opens up our eyes to other cultures and new cuisines, allowing us to experience the world through a different lens and appreciate what it has to offer. Especially for chefs, learning the history of food and tasting local products can change how we view food. Today’s guest spent years living and working in Bergamo, Italy, which fed his lov…

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Episode 80 – Jeremy Fox of Birdie G's and Rustic Canyon 1:09:55

1+ y ago1:09:55

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Once an award-winning chef at Ubuntu making acclaimed vegetable-focused food, Chef Jeremy Fox was struggling to deal with his anxiety and imposter syndrome. He spent years stuck in the persona he felt he was expected to be, building a bad reputation along the way. Today, Jeremy joins host Eli Kulp to discuss his past and lessons learned, career hig…

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Episode 79: Chef Rich Torrisi of Torrisi Restaurant and Major Food Group 51:48

2y ago51:48

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If you think back to the early days when you first started in this industry, you'll probably remember fondly some of those early memories of working on the line, battling it out with your fellow cooks and friends, just hoping to get to the end of service without running out of mise en place. But those are the moments that you forged really close bo…

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Episode 78: Chef Eli Collins of a.kitchen + a.bar 1:23:07

2y ago1:23:07

1:23:07

All too often, it's the loud, brash, and cocky chefs that snatch the headlines while the truly dedicated, food-obsessed chefs toil away in their kitchens cooking their asses off and calculating every move. In a restaurant world dominated by big egos, Chef Eli Collins of a.kitchen quietly lets his food speak for itself. Eli is what you might call a …

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Episode 77: Chef Stuart Brioza of State Bird Provisions, The Progress and The Anchovy Bar 1:45:34

2y ago1:45:34

1:45:34

Would you believe me if I told you anchovies fell from the sky in San Francisco? Well, that is literally what has happened there, and it couldn’t have been a better omen for our one of our guest's restaurants, The Anchovy Bar. Chef Stuart Brioza was named one of the Best New chefs by Food & Wine magazine in 2003, and is also the founder, partner, a…

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Episode 76: Chef Christopher Kearse of Forsythia 1:23:59

2y ago1:23:59

1:23:59

After sustaining a major life-altering injury, Christopher Kearse, now chef and owner of Forsythia restaurant in Philadelphia, pushed through the odds and graduated college as the valedictorian, while still recovering from his injury, and then pushed himself to work at some of the best kitchens in the country. Not only did he work with some of the …

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