Podcast appearances and mentions of gray kunz

World-renowned pastry chef En-Ming Hsu's accomplishments are as numerous as they are impressive. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, En-Ming's career began in the kitchens of the famed Lespinasse restaurant in New York City's exclusive St. Regis Hotel and Patisserie Café Didier in Washington DC. From 1994 to 2004, En-Ming worked at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago Hotel, for most of that time as Executive Pastry Chef. Since then, she has been sharing her knowledge as an independent pastry chef and consultant. She has taught at leading culinary institutions worldwide, including King Arthur Baking Education Center and The French Pastry School. As winner of prestigious competitions, En-Ming is often invited to serve as a jury member for national and international pastry competitions. In 2001, En-Ming served as Team Captain of the first and only U.S. pastry team to take the gold medal at the Coupe du Monde de la Patisserie in Lyon, France. This bi-annual competition highlights the skills and gastronomic innovations of the world's finest pastry chefs. She has returned to the Coupe du Monde to serve as President of the International Jury, Jury President and Manager for Team USA, and guest commentator. In 1997, En-Ming was named “Pastry Chef of the Year in America” for capturing the gold medal at the Eighth Annual U.S. Pastry Competition. Other awards include “Rising Star Chef of 1999” for the James Beard Foundation, one of the “Top 10 Pastry Chefs in America” by both Chocolatier and Pastry Art & Design magazines, “Best Pastry Chef in Chicago” by Chicago magazine, “Best Pastry Chef in Chicago” at Jean Banchet Chef's Gala, “Distinguished Visiting Pastry Chef” by Johnson and Wales University, and “Lifetime Achievement Award” by Paris Gourmet. She was also recognized by Académie Culinaire de France as Dame de l'Année 2009. She received an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Culinary Arts from Johnson and Wales University. In 2010, En-Ming was presented with the Amoretti World Pastry Team Championship “Pastry Chef of the Year” award. In 2022, En-Ming was the recipient of the Woman of Distinction Award (Manufacturing category) by the Southern Nevada chapter of National Association of Women Business Owners. In October 2021, En-Ming and her sister Yih-Ming formed Sip LLC to produce their luxurious Sip! Extraordinary Drinking Chocolate mix. Sip! is a rich, creamy beverage that may be served hot, chilled, or frozen. It is available online at sipextraordinary.com for retail and wholesale orders. Sip proudly partners with other small businesses to manufacture Sip!. En-Ming developed Sip! to be a multi-purpose product that can be transformed into irresistible treats including chocolate mousse, gelato-style frozen dessert, chocolate milkshake, and other delights. Sip's mission is to support nonprofit organizations that feed hungry children. En-Ming's work has been featured in So Good, Modern Baking, Art Culinaire, Food Arts, Gourmet, Chef's Magazine, Pastry Art and Design, Pastry's Best, and Shelter magazines. Her recipes have also been published in A Neoclassic View of Plated Desserts, A Modernist View of Plated Desserts, Exceptional Excursions, The Pastry Chef's Apprentice, and Essentials of Nutrition for Chefs. Video classes are available on craftsy.com and her DVD Chocolate Pastries Made Simply at Home. En-Ming is a member of Les Dames d'Escoffier, and L'Academie Culinaire. For more information, visit sipextraordinary.com. In this episode we discuss: How a job at a catering company sparked interest in a culinary career Studying at CIA and graduating with a Baking and Pastry Art degree Working with legendary chef Gray Kunz at Lespinasse in NY and Dieter Schorner at Café Didier in Washington D.C. Landing a job with Sébastien Canonne at the Ritz-Carlton in Chicago Working her way up to Executive Pastry Chef at the Ritz-Carlton Winning Gold with Team USA at the Coupe du Monde de la Patisserie in 2001 Launching Sip! Extraordinary Drinking Chocolate with her sister And much more!  

The BanterThe Guys discuss what a world-renowned owner did when crowds infiltrated his speakeasy.The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys speak with Andrew Carmellini, acclaimed  chef and author of Urban Italian, a cookbook he created with his wife in his home kitchen in Manhattan. Andrew shares some stories and favorite dishes including an ingredient some Americans might find unusual with pasta.The Inside TrackThe Guys talk with Andrew about what's next for him. This was just before he was approached by Robert DeNiro to open Locanda Verde in the Greenwich Hotel in NYC. Here's what he had to say about cooking Italian. “A lot of my best customers would come up to me and the things they were loving the most and coming back and requesting were a lot of the Italian stuff. So when I went out on my own as a chef, I really wanted to do Italian cooking because it really made people happy, my Italian food,” Andrew Carmellini on The Restaurant Guys Podcast 2008BioAndrew Carmellini began his cooking career at age 14 in his hometown of Seven Hills, Ohio. Carmellini worked at restaurants in Europe, including Valentino Marcatili's two-star Michelin restaurant San Domenico. In New York, he spent four years on Gray Kunz's New York Times four-star team at Lespinasse and served as sous chef at Le Cirque.Andrew worked as chef de cuisine at Café Boulud, where he earned three stars from The New York Times, won The James Beard Foundation's Best New Chef and Best Chef: New York awards and was named to Food & Wine's Best New Chefs roster. As chef at A Voce, he earned a three-star New York Times review and a Michelin star.In 2009, he opened Locanda Verde, a Tribeca Italian taverna, in Robert de Niro's Greenwich Hotel with partners Luke Ostrom and Josh Pickard.With his wife, Gwen Hyman, Andrew is the author of two books of recipes and stories: Urban Italian, and American Flavor.InfoAndrew Carmellinihttps://www.andrewcarmellini.com/Our Sponsors The Heldrich Hotel & Conference Centerhttps://www.theheldrich.com/ Magyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/ Withum Accountinghttps://www.withum.com/ Our Places Stage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/ Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/ Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/ To hear more about food, wine and the finer things in life:https://www.instagram.com/restaurantguyspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/restaurantguysReach Out to The Guys!TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.com**Become a Restaurant Guys Regular and get two bonus episodes per month, bonus content and Regulars Only events.**Click Below! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2401692/subscribe

This is a Vintage Selection from 2005The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys finally meet chef Floyd Cardoz of the acclaimed Tabla restaurant in New York City. Floyd talks about his experiences that brought him to where he is today and how he melded cuisines of India and the ingredients available in the New York region to create the first New York Times three-star Indian-fusion restaurant. The Inside TrackThe Guys are huge fans of Floyd and later they became friends. Floyd's passing in 2020 was a loss to them both professionally and personally. He left a legacy of passion for his craft and his heritage.“Everything I put on my menu is not created from my head. It's all created from my heart. It's related to an experience I've had in the past, something I've eaten in the past, something I've seen in India. So everything I do has a story attached to it,” Floyd Cardoz on The Restaurant Guys 2005BioFloyd Cardoz was born in India and received a bachelor's degree in biochemistry before exploring culinary school and moving to New York City in 1988. After working with chef Gray Kunz at Lespinasse he began working for Union Square Hospitality Group. He collaborated with Danny Myer to open Tabla in 1998. Cardoz was a four-time James Beard Award nominee and the author of two cookbooks. He is winner of season 3 of Top Chef Masters.  He was named among the "Top 50 Most Influential Global Indians" by GQ Magazine in 2011. InfoCardoz Legacyhttps://cardozlegacy.com/floyds-restaurants/tablaOur Sponsors The Heldrich Hotel & Conference Centerhttps://www.theheldrich.com/ Magyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/ Withum Accountinghttps://www.withum.com/ Our Places Stage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/ Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/ Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/ To hear more about food, wine and the finer things in life:https://www.instagram.com/restaurantguyspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/restaurantguysReach Out to The Guys!TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.com**Become a Restaurant Guys Regular and get two bonus episodes per month, bonus content and Regulars Only events.**Click Below! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2401692/subscribe

#65. In this episode of The meez Podcast, host Josh Sharkey catches up with old friends who are also amazing chefs and  restaurateurs. The guests are Jess Maher and Todd Duplechan, a dynamic duo Josh has known for nearly two decades. Their paths first crossed while working together at Bouley and Danube in New York City, and they've remained close ever since.Listeners will hear them reminisce about their time at renowned restaurants like Bouley, Danube, Gray Kunz's establishments, and Tabla with Floyd Cardoz. They dive into Jess and Todd's journey to Austin, where they opened their celebrated restaurant, Lenoir. The conversation covers the evolution of the Austin dining scene, the operation of their restaurant, and the challenges and rewards of running a business as a married couple with children.Josh, Jess, and Todd also touch on their future ventures and how they've adapted to changes in the industry over the years. This episode is filled with insights, laughter, and the warmth of reconnecting with good friends. If you're ever in Austin, a visit to Lenoir is highly recommended—it's truly amazing.Tune in for an engaging episode that highlights the intersection of friendship, food, and the dynamic world of the restaurant industry. Where to find Todd Duplechan:InstagramLinkedInWhere to find Jess Maher:LinkedInWhere to find host Josh Sharkey:InstagramLinkedInTikTokTwitterIn this episode, we cover:(02:43): Reminiscing all the Austin guests on The meez Podcast(04:27): How Jess and Todd met & family meals(17:29): The backstory of Lenoir(25:57): What makes an Austin diner different than a NYC diner(28:42): How Jess & Todd describe the food at Lenoir(37:05): Lenoir's CSR program(48:02): What it's like working together as a couple(53:36): When to introduce work to kids(58:25): Being a mom and a business owner(1:02:43): Other upcoming projects

#42. In this episode, our listeners are in for a treat as we host a special guest on the show. Introducing Jimmy Kunz, the son of the late, great, world-renowned Chef Gray Kunz. For those deeply rooted in the culinary world, Gray's influence is immeasurable, and he has been a significant mentor to many, including our host, Josh Sharkey.Jimmy has successfully built a remarkable business around one of the world's most coveted ingredients – truffles.Jimmy began making truffle butter as a holiday gift for friends and family before he was inspired to take his passion to the next level by officially becoming The Truffleist. Like a modern-day version of the street cart vendors who walked a young New York City, Jimmy started hand-delivering the product to his early customers, personally navigating the City streets by Vespa. Since launching the company with that flagship truffle butter in 2013, The Truffleist now offers a growing selection of distinct truffle products and hosts a wildly successful seasonal market: Cheesesteaks by The Truffleist. The Truffleist products are available at pop-up markets, specialty shops, online, and up and down the East Coast on the shelves of Whole Foods. They are also honored to be featured in the dishes of some of New York's most visionary andcelebrated chefs.This season, the podcast delves into a theme close to the host's heart – the impact chefs and hospitality professionals have on their children. As a father of two, our host is intrigued by the dynamics of children entering the hospitality world. Jimmy shares his unique perspective of growing up with a culinary legend as a father.In this episode, listeners will explore the intricacies of Jimmy's business, The Truffleist, and delve into his innovative cheesesteak concept. The conversation is sprinkled with anecdotes about Chef Kunz, including a surprise from Lespinasse that promises to captivate – watch the video to discover the details!Where to find Jimmy Kunz: InstagramLinkedInWhere to find The Truffleist:WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFacebookWhere to find host Josh Sharkey:InstagramLinkedIn**SPECIAL DISCOUNT FOR MEEZ POD LISTENERS**:Just give the code "meezpod24" to your meez Services Manager for 25 FREE Recipe UploadsIn this episode, we cover:(03:29) What it was like growing up with Chef Gray Kunz as Jimmy's dad(07:39) Chef Kunz's high standard of cleanliness and how it translated to his home(14:23) How The Truffleist Started(22:58) Other Truffleist products and the importance of sourcing high quality ingredients(26:13) Sourcing mushrooms for a CPG company(28:41) The controversy behind truffle oil(33:35) Holiday markets and truffle cheesesteaks(41:28) The Truffleist in airports(44:41) How Chef Kunz's idea of excellence has shaped Jimmy's idea of excellence in his company(46:18) Digitizing Lespinasse Menu Repertoire Volume 1 and 2

We are delighted to present an episode from The Chef Radio Podcast hosted by Eli Kulp, where our CEO, Josh Sharkey, was featured as a guest. Stay tuned for the upcoming Season 2 of The meez Podcast scheduled to premiere in January 2024!"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 was after he lost an important notebook that was chock-full of recipes and techniques that he had been taught over the years that he came up with the idea of developing software where no recipe, no technique, or learned knowledge will ever go missing again because someone lost their notebook.Where to find Eli Kulp: WebsitePersonal InstagramChef Radio InstagramWhere to find host Josh Sharkey:InstagramLinkedInIn this episode, we cover:After Josh's father passed when he was just a teenager, he began cooking for his familyTraining as a chef in Oslo with Chef Terje Ness at OroEating donkey in Piedmont Working with Chef Floyd Cardoz at Tabla and why it was a dream kitchenCooking with headlamps during the NYC blackout of 2003Working with Chef David Bouley at the restaurant's heightWhy working in Café Gray, with Chef Gray Kunz, was so instrumental in Josh's upbringingThe perfection that is the Kunz spoonJosh's first foray into entrepreneurship with Bark HotdogsNo matter how good your product is, you have to be able to tell a story with your foodThe moment he came up with the concept of his recipe company, MEEZWhy MEEZ is an incredibly powerful tool for kitchensHow they painstakingly converted product yields into the softwareThe ease of training your teams when using MEEZWhy building MEEZ has given him more fulfillment than his career in the kitchenA huge shout out to our sponsors, Maxwell McKenney and Singer Equipment, for their unwavering support, which allows us to be able to bring these conversations to you. Check out their websites for all the amazing equipment they can supply your restaurant with to make your team more efficient and successful.Welcome to our newest sponsor, Meez, which is one of the most powerful tools you can have as a cook and chef because it allows you to have a free repository for all of your recipes, techniques and methods so that you never lose them. Meez does way more than just recipe development though, it's an incredibly powerful tool that any chef or restaurant would benefit from."

#38. Few stories are as compelling as that of Chef Joey Sergentakis . After a decade abroad, Joey has returned to the U.S., bringing with him a wealth of international experience from some of the most prestigious kitchens around the globe.As the corporate executive chef for CE LA VI, he led restaurants in Hong Kong, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Taipei, Tokyo, and Dubai. Before this venture, Joey honed his skills with the SWIRE Group and under the tutelage of Chef Gray Kunz in Hong Kong, leaving an indelible mark on the dining scene. His time with Philippe Rochat in Switzerland and at Restaurant Daniel with Chef Daniel Boulud in New York only further solidified his exceptional pedigree.Now, back in his home state of New Jersey, Joey is making waves with his new ventures, Boschetto and Allendale Social, where he's taking a fresh turn towards casual Italian cuisine—a stark contrast to his previous focus on Southeast Asian flavors.In a recent conversation, we delved into reminiscences about the past, the profound influence of Chef Gray, and the exciting direction of Joey's culinary artistry. It's a testament to the dynamic and ever-evolving nature of the culinary world, and a reminder of how shared experiences, even from afar, can shape a chef's unique path.Where to find Joey Sergentakis: LinkedInFacebookInstagramWhere to find host Josh Sharkey:InstagramLinkedIn*Special Shoutout to Warung Rie Rie mentioned by Josh Sharkey in this episode.In this episode, we cover:(02:41) Background on Joey Sergentakis(08:59) Joey's experience moving out of the U.S.(09:40) Joey's inspiration for being a chef(15:45) Differences and similarities between kitchens in the U.S. and kitchens across the world(17:33) Cafe Gray Deluxe(21:45) Mr. and Mrs. Fox(24:07) Joey's experience in Singapore and CE LA VI(38:24) Boschetto and Allendale Social(49:59) Working with Gray Kunz and Joey and Josh's biggest takeaways

#25. In this episode, we're joined by Matt Conway, the charismatic owner, operator, and sommelier of the renowned Tippling House nestled in the heart of Charleston, South Carolina. Alongside his delightful partner-in-crime, Carissa Hernandez, Matt has created a haven for those who appreciate the finer aspects of life's libations.Under the wing of the late Chef Gray Kunz, Matt honed his craft at Café Gray in the Time Warner Center from 2004 to 2007. This eventually led him to to Restaurant Marc Forgione, where he wore multiple hats – GM, beverage director, and eventually a partner. Matt has collaborated with the world-famous cellers at Taillevent in Paris and has been bestowed the honor of being among Zagat's "30 Under 30" and a Star Chefs recognized "Rising Star Sommelier."Matthew's journey is one marked by consistent acclaim and notable presence at some of the most distinguished wine events. His finely tuned palate and comprehensive knowledge have made him a sought-after sommelier at premier gatherings like La Paulée and La Fête du Champagne. Today, Matthew Conway's legacy shines brightly as a partner at La Tablée. This establishment stands as a testament to his commitment and expertise, with a special focus on the captivating allure of the Northern Rhône Valley.Where to find Matt Conway: InstagramWhere to find host Josh Sharkey:InstagramLinkedInIn this episode, we cover:(2:26) How Matt became a sommelier(7:13) Working with Josh at Cafe Grey(11:10) Building relationships with producers(14:51) What makes a great sommelier(21:04) Empathy and inclusion when choosing wine(25:19) What's in the future for sommeliers?(31:31) Essential skills for a successful sommelier(33:13) Working at Restaurant Marc Forgione(35:19) Why Matt moved to Charleston(38:46) Building a company culture with work/life balance(44:06) Could Matt be successful with Tippling House in NYC?(49:16) New York life versus Charleston life

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 was after he lost an important notebook that was chock-full of recipes and techniques that he had been taught over the years that he came up with the idea of developing software where no recipe, no technique, or learned knowledge will ever go missing again because someone lost their notebook. Here's what was discussed: After his father passed when he was just a teenager, he began cooking for his family Training as a chef in Oslo with Chef Terje Ness at Oro Eating donkey in Piedmont  Working with Chef Floyd Cardoz at Tabla and why it was a dream kitchen Cooking with headlamps during the NYC blackout of 2003 Working with Chef David Bouley at the restaurant's height Why working in Café Gray, with Chef Gray Kunz, was so instrumental in his upbringing The perfection that is the Kunz spoon Josh's first foray into entrepreneurship with Bark Hotdogs No matter how good your product is, you have to be able to tell a story with your food The moment he came up with the concept of his recipe company, MEEZ Why MEEZ is an incredibly powerful tool for kitchens How they painstakingly converted product yields into the software The ease of training your teams when using MEEZ Why building MEEZ has given him more fulfillment than his career in the kitchen A huge shout out to our sponsors, Maxwell McKenney and Singer Equipment, for their unwavering support, which allows us to be able to bring these conversations to you. Check out their websites for all the amazing equipment they can supply your restaurant with to make your team more efficient and successful. Welcome to our newest sponsor, Meez, which is one of the most powerful tools you can have as a cook and chef because it allows you to have a free repository for all of your recipes, techniques and methods so that you never lose them. Meez does way more than just recipe development though, it's an incredibly powerful tool that any chef or restaurant would benefit from. Check out and follow us on Instagram Email Eli with any comments, concerns, criticisms, guest requests or any other ideas or thoughts you might have about the show. eli@chefradiopodcast.com

Kicking off a new season of wine stories from the Southeast, this episode features Matthew Conway - the owner, operator, and sommelier at The Tippling House in Charleston's Elliotborough neighborhood. The Tippling House is an intimate wine bar set in a Charleston Single house, and the wine list is printed and dated every day highlighting a global selection of bottles produced by families that respect the land they farm and the history of their domaines. We talk about the goals of his wine program, why he allows all of the wines to be available by the half bottle, and how he sources from his personal cellar to create a list called “Matthew's Stash”. He talks about how he strives to create a wine bar that caters to all wine lovers regardless of taste or budget. We chat about making the move to Charleston, South Carolina in March of 2020 after 17 years in New York City and 14 years as partner and beverage director at Restaurant Marc Forgione. Conway, a native Californian, moved to NYC in 2004 where he worked for the late Chef Gray Kunz at Café Gray in the Time Warner center from 2004-2007. In 2010, he took a short leave to work in the world-famous cellars of Taillevent in Paris, France. After returning in the fall of 2010, Restaurant Marc Forgione received one Michelin Star and shortly thereafter, Matthew became a certified coffee sommelier, was honored as one of Zagat's “30 Under 30” in 2012 and named one of Star Chefs “Rising Star Sommeliers” of 2015. Matthew has consistently been a featured sommelier at several of the top wine events of the year including but not limited to La Paulée and La Fête du Champagne. Matthew now holds partnership at La Tablée which focuses on the Northern Rhône Valley, so we dive into what fascinates him most about this region. Since opening The Tippling House in October 2021, his team has received glowing coverage from Wine Spectator and Charleston City Paper. The Post & Courier also just named Matthew and his fiancé Carissa Hernandez a Charleston “Food and Beverage Power Couple” in February of 2022. Add The Tippling House to your list of must-visit wine destinations for your next trip to Charleston. You can visit www.thetipplinghousechs.com for more info, and you can follow @conbeazie and @tipplinghousechs on Instagram. Recorded March 2, 2022 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/acorkintheroad/support

On today's episode of All in the Industry®, Shari Bayer's guest is Josh Sharkey, Founder and CEO of meez, the recipe tool for professional chefs. Josh has over 15 years of experience as a chef, from Michelin Star restaurants in Norway, to working with some of the best chefs in NYC, including Gray Kunz, David Bouley, and Floyd Cardoz. In 2009, he opened his first solo project as chef/owner -- a fast-casual concept called Bark Hot Dogs, which received many accolades including “Best Hot Dog in NY” by NY Magazine. In 2020, Josh launched meez after two years of development, inspired by the same principles applied to great cooking – an uncompromising attention to detail and a constant drive to evolve and improve. Today's show also features Shari's PR tip to utlilize the right tools; Speed Round; Industry News Discussion on the grocery-table challenges for restaurants in the pandemic; and Solo Dining experience at Le Pavillon by Daniel Boulud. Image courtesy of Evan Sung.#allintheindustry #allindustry #sharibayer #culinary #hospitality #podcast #hospitalitypodcast #foodradio #hrn #nyc #meez #getmeez #joshsharkey #aurify #barkhotdogs #tech #foodtech #recipes #recipetool #chefs #restaurateur #restaurants #tunein Listen at Heritage Radio Network; subscribe/rate/review our show at iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. Follow us @allindustry. Thanks for being a part of All in the Industry®. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support All in the Industry by becoming a member!All in the Industry is Powered by Simplecast.

On today's episode of All in the Industry®, Shari Bayer's guest is Brian Bistrong, Corporate Executive Chef of The Connell Company’s The Park, and Culinary Program Director of The Park’s hospitality group, Table & Banter. With years of rich, diverse experience working side-by-side with renowned chefs such as Wolfgang Puck, David Bouley, and Gray Kunz, Brian offers a wealth of knowledge and passion at New Jersey’s premier catering and events destination.  Brian's restaurant experience also includes his role as Executive Chef at The Harrison in Tribeca, and Chef/Owner of Braeburn in the West Village; plus, Chef de Cuisine at Bottega in Napa, CA; Executive Chef of Research and Development for Wolfgang Puck’s Test Kitchen, and Dean & DeLuca as the gourmet market’s Corporate Executive Chef. Today's show also features Shari's PR tip to protect and preserve your reputation; Speed Round; Industry News Discussion on NYC restaurants opening in Miami; and Solo Dining experience at Chef/Owner David Kinch's Manresa at Intersect by Lexus in the Meatpacking District, NYC. REMINDER: We have new All in the Industry® merch available, including All in the Industry hats & totes, and H.O.S.T. notebooks & pens. Through May 31, 2021, 100% of the proceeds from our hat sales (less shipping/handling) will be donated to the Independent Restaurant Coalition (IRC) to help with their continued efforts to #saverestaurants. Go to allintheindustry.com/merch to get your AITI swag today! #allintheindustry #allindustry #sharibayer #chef #restaurant #culinary #hospitality #theconnellcompany #brianbistrong #podcast #foodradio #hrn #nycImage courtesy of Brian Bistrong.Listen at Heritage Radio Network; subscribe/rate/review our show at iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. Follow us @allindustry. Thanks for being a part of All in the Industry®. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support All in the Industry by becoming a member!All in the Industry is Powered by Simplecast.  

The Marge finally has a new kitchen and what better way to celebrate than invite over Chef Josh Capon for some Cooking with the Capon time!  After a couple of years at University of Maryland, having more fun than he should, Chef Capon made the switch to Johnson & Wales culinarily school. After graduating he was discovered by legendary Chef Charlie Palmer and worked at his restaurant Aureole. Chef Capon’s career literally reads like who’s who of the industry. He went on to work for David Burke at the Park Avenue Café and then spent a year traveling in Europe through Italy, Germany and France, fine-tuning his culinary skills. On his return, Capon became a sous chef at The St. Regis Hotel’s Astor Court under Gray Kunz, where he then reconnected with Charlie Palmer, and became Executive Chef of Alva, Palmer's American bistro. After a couple years as Executive Chef at Matthew's on the upper east side, he took the reins as Executive Chef of Canteen in SOHO. After a few years, he partnered with John Mcdonald and Josh Pickard to open Lure Fishbar in the former Canteen space, a sophisticated seafood and sushi restaurant. Then opened B&B Winepub, El Toro Blanco, Bowery Meat Company and a Miami version of Lure Fishbar in the historic Loews hotel. Capon is a 7-time winner of the People’s Choice award at the NYC Wine & Food Festival, Burger Bash and has appeared on Rachael Ray, Live with Regis and Kelly, CBS Early Show, TODAY, and Food Network, and has been featured in The New York Times, New York Magazine and Time Out New York... yet he still has time to cook lunch for us Caviar Dreamers! 

This is our most SPECIAL episode as we get to chat with my greatest mentor and biggest influences in my life both professional and personal, Chef Tien Ho. This is PART 1 of our 2 part conversation with Tien, because we felt this conversation deserved its own week. We get to go deep into Tien's past and learn about his humble beginnings and what he and his family had to go through in order to immigrate over to America. In this episode, Tien reminisces about the days of cooking on the line with now culinary giants in America's restaurant industry. Even the greats had to start somewhere and his story is seemingly not so different from anyone who's just trying to find their voice and learn their ways in their 20's and 30's. His thirst for knowledge is what led him into the legendary kitchens of old school Cafe Bolud and eventually Cafe Gray, and no amount of adversity could keep him from learning the skills he felt he needed in his life. Please just sit back, enjoy and try to absorb as much wisdom as you can from the stories we uncover from the early life of the great Tien Ho. FOLLOW US: @jonnguyentalks CONTACT US: jonnguyentalks@gmail.com

Dave honors the life of the late great chef Gray Kunz, explains the utility of quart containers, and illustrates the unique advantages of frozen produce (1:09) before bringing in GZERO Media founder Ian Bremmer to discuss how geopolitics has changed in the modern age (15:58).

Rocco DiSpirito's been in the national spotlight for so long that many fans don't know how he got there in the first place, or haven't thought about it in years. Andrew and Rocco have known each other since Rocco's first chef position, and in this very personal conversation--the first of 2 parts--they revisit his childhood in Queens, New York; his teenage gigs in neighborhood pizzerias; his training at the Culinary Institute of America and in great kitchens in France and New York; and his rise to the top of the New York City dining scene in the late 1990s. It's a side of Rocco many listeners don't know or haven't heard in his voice, and a great listen. (In part 2, we'll talk about his shift to fitness and healthful eating and his forthcoming Rocco's Keto Comfort Food Diet.)In our second segment, Vero Beach, Florida chef-restaurateur Scott Varricchio shares the harrowing story of the night his restaurant (Citrus Grillhouse) was destroyed in a fire, and how he made the best of the year when it was being rebuilt--by spending time in such renowned kitchens as Eleven Madison Park and The French Laundry to take his acumen up a notch ... at age 59! A great lesson in perspective and resilience.EPISODE GUIDE0 - 8:48  Intro8:48 - 45:00  Rocco DiSpirito45:00 - 48:10 Show Notes & Personal Appearances48:10 - 1:29:40 Scott Varricchio***LINKS***Andrew Talks to Chefs OFFICIAL siteRocco DiSpiritoRocco's Keto Comfort Food Diet (order a signed copy)Citrus Grillhouse  

Jacob Clark grew up in Texas and moved to New York with the dream of learning from the city's best chefs. He has worked Cafe Grey under Gray Kunz, Dovetail with John Fraser, Acme under Mads Refslund, and most recently Carbone. He's also worked as a lobsterman to gain firsthand knowledge of seafood sourcing. At Maison Premiere where he serves as the Executive Chef, he has brought his own Cajun influenced style and love for seasonal seafood to the popular Brooklyn restaurant and cocktail bar. Photo courtesy of Maison Premiere The Line is powered by Simplecast.

An in-depth chat with career bartender (and 2017 American Bartender of the Year) Jeff Bell from the famous PDT bar in New York, upon opening the Hong Kong edition of PDT at the Mandarin Oriental; and Singaporean-born Swiss chef Gray Kunz, who has been cooking and operating restaurants in Hong Kong since the 1980s, talks about telling the story of Singapore and Asia through his food at Cafe Gray Deluxe in the Upper House in Hong Kong.