From SFO to the Hawaii: Mourad’s Next Chapter
In this in-person episode recorded on location in Honolulu, I sit down with Chef Mourad Lahlou, the visionary behind Aziza, Mourad, Leila, and Miro Kaimuki. Known for pioneering modern...
Dirt Candy’s Amanda Cohen: Breaking Culinary Norms
In this episode of Flavors Unknown, I sit down with Chef Amanda Cohen, the creative force behind Dirt Candy, one of the most innovative vegetable-forward restaurants in New York...
How Chef Rivera is Redefining Sushi at Bakku in Puerto Rico
In this episode of Flavors Unknown, I sit down with Chef Joerick Rivera, the culinary mind behind Bakku, a Japanese crudo bar in Rincón, Puerto Rico, and Palmonte, where...
Chef JJ Johnson: The Power of Rice and Culinary Heritage
On today’s episode of Flavors Unknown, I sit down with Chef JJ Johnson, the James Beard Award-winning chef and founder of FIELDTRIP, a fast-casual concept with four locations across...
Exploring The Charleston Food Scene with StarChefs Rising Stars
Today’s episode is a special one! I’m joined by five exceptional chefs shaping the Charleston Food Scene: Chef Shuai Wang of King BBQ, blending Chinese barbecue traditions with Southern...
Alexander Smalls on African Cuisine and Culture
In this episode of Flavors Unknown, I sit down with the extraordinary Alexander Smalls—Harlem-based chef, opera singer, storyteller, and James Beard Award-winning author. Alexander recently released his latest book,...
Chef Dave Beran: Innovation at Pasjoli and Seline
In this episode of Flavors Unknown, we’re thrilled to welcome Chef Dave Beran, a culinary visionary whose remarkable journey spans some of the most iconic restaurants in Chicago and...
Chef Andrew Black Talks Perle Mesta and Grey Sweater
In this episode of Flavors Unknown, host Emmanuel Laroche dives deep into the world of Chef Andrew Black, a James Beard Award-winning chef whose restaurants are redefining Oklahoma City’s...
Dinara Kasko: Redefining Pastry with 3D Art
In this episode of Flavors Unknown, host Emmanuel Laroche sits down with Dinara Kasko, the Ukrainian pastry artist who’s revolutionized the world of baking. Combining her architectural background with...
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