The Flavor of the Flour: Changing The Way We Think about Grains by Kelly Whitaker

Today, I talk to Denver-based chef Kelly Whitaker. From the midwestern plains to the pacific coast to the mountains of Colorado, his culinary influences have been shaped by many landscapes. His food has earned him the Denver Rising Star Award in 2017 and the Star Chefs Denver Mentor Award in 2022. 

You’ll hear about his cooking background, how he formed his Hospitality Group Id Est, and the unique values of the team. He shares the importance of his commercial milling operation, his work with local farmers, and why grains should be the starting point of building any dish. You’ll also hear the concept behind his restaurant, The Wolf’s Tailor, and learn what makes Dry Storage flours so special.