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Today, I’m featuring Talat Market and chef Parnass Savang. He’s the co-founder of Talat Market in Atlanta. As a first-generation Thai-American, he’s learned to blend his cultural background in the form of unique and flavorful dishes that he describes as Georgian Thai. You’ll hear about when he first fell in love with Thai food and…

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Today, I’m talking to chef Vikram Garg from UMI by Vikram Garg, located in Honolulu, Hawaii. Raised in India, Garg was trained in the French-style of culinary arts, providing him with the knowledge of classic techniques. With influences from Japan, the Middle East, Scandinavia, and Hawaii, he seamlessly merges international influences with the bounty of…

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Today, I’m talking to Grace Lin, author of Chinese Menu: The History, Myths, and Legends Behind Your Favorite Foods. In her book, Lin explores the fascinating stories behind some of the most common and delectable favorites of Chinese cuisine paired with vivid illustrations. You’ll hear how she came up with the idea for this unique…

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5  Providence Restaurants. Today, I’m sharing a panel discussion I had with 5 of Rhode Island’s finest culinary professionals at the Star Chef’s event in Providence. Chef Derek Wagner from Nick’s on Broadway in Providence, Chef Eric Brown from Thick Neck at The Dean Hotel in Providence, Chef Kevin O’Donnell from Giusto in New Port,…

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Today, I’m diving into the Bold Fork Books Chef Panel discussion, organized by co-owner Clementine Thomas, co-owner of the Bold Fork Books bookstore in Washington DC. Joining me are Chef Matt Conroy from Lutèce in DC and Chef Opie Crooks from FARM Hospitality Group in Savannah, Georgia. Listen in as these culinary professionals share their…

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In this captivating episode, we dive deep with the illustrious James Beard Award-nominated Chef Michael Gallina. At the helm of St. Louis’s Vicia restaurant, Michael crafts seasonal, vegetable-centric dishes, epitomized in his signature 3-course Farmers Feast. Journey with us as we explore Vicia’s underlying philosophy, the forces that continually reinvent its menu, and the core…

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Today, I’m talking to Celebrity Chef Maneet Chauhan. You might recognize her from The Food Network where she provides culinary insight to aspiring chef on Chopped . As a successful Nashville restauranteur, she’s known and admired for her uniquely global Indian culinary style.You’ll hear about her early life and career and the key influences behind…

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Today, I’m talking to Chef Edgar Rico. He’s the creative force behind the magic at Nixta Taqueria, located in Austin, Texas. In 2022, Rico was bestowed with the prestigious James Beard Award Best Emerging Chef. The same year, he also made the Time Magazine list of 100 Most Influential People. You’ll hear about his culinary…