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Jonathan Adler is an acclaimed potter, designer, and author, and has built an international reputation for his innovative approach to design and signature Modern American Glamour style. After his 1993 break at Barneys he opened his first store in SoHo in 1998, and his empire has expanded ever since. Known for spectacular projects like designing the interior of the Parker Palm Springs Hotel, Adler...

Tom Sosnoff is an entrepreneur, options trader, and media personality who has helped popularize options and futures trading among retail investors. Tom is a former floor trader on the Chicago Board Options Exchange, and he co-founded the online brokerage firm thinkorswim in 1999 before selling it to TD Ameritrade for over $600 million. Tom also created a TV network called tastytrade, which was lat...

Niki Russ Federman is the fourth generation co-owner of Russ & Daughters. At the age of 27, Niki chose to return to the shop in which she grew up. Together with her cousin Josh, she has grown Russ & Daughters into what it is today, while preserving its cultural and culinary legacy. Niki has been featured in The Sturgeon Queens , the award-winning documentary about Russ & Daughters, tel...

Jason Hammel never set out to be a chef. With an English degree and dreams of becoming a writer, he went to Italy in 1994, staying across from the city’s central market. Today, Hammel is the Executive Chef and Owner of Lula Cafe, a Chicago institution in Logan Square that has been doing farm-to-table since 1999. Hammel’s influence extends far beyond the kitchen. He’s the Culinary Curator at the Mu...

Alexa Hampton is a renowned interior designer and Owner and President of Mark Hampton LLC. She took over for her legendary father in 1998. Alexa is known for her classic, eclectic, and functional style, and for being a regular on the Architectural Digest lists and Elle Décor’s A-List. Alexa also designs residential spaces globally and creates licensed home product collections. Follow To Dine For:...

Chris Stevens has built a career spanning corporate innovation, social entrepreneurship, and education. He's best known as one of the three original developers of the Keurig Premium Coffee System, a product that transformed how millions of Americans enjoy their morning coffee. He has had many different roles, including working at Procter and Gamble and Anheuser-Busch. In 2012, he brought his exper...

Danny Morel is an entrepreneur turned spiritual guide who has helped thousands to achieve true abundance in their finances, relationships, and health, through deep healing work and spiritual awakenings. Danny offers private coaching and speaking, as well as many events that draw hundreds of people. He is a recognized thought leader, and is frequently featured in major national media such as Forbes...

Emily Kasriel is an experienced media executive who has worked for the BBC and led projects from five continents. She’s developed the Deep Listening Approach as a Senior Visiting Research Fellow at King’s College Policy Institute in London. Emily has spent her career as a journalist, project manager, and now as an author of the book Deep Listening . Follow To Dine For: Official Website: ToDineForT...

Christina Tosi went from baking with her mother and grandmother during her childhood to redefining what American dessert means. Christina has built a career rooted in joy and imagination. After training in some of the top kitchens in New York City and working alongside Chef David Chang, she took a leap of faith in 2008 to open Milk Bar in a laundromat next to David Chang’s restaurant Momofuku. Kno...

Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel is an oncologist, professor, and author. His new book, Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules for a Long and Healthy Life , explores six practical ways that support longevity, including food, movement, social connection, and purpose. Zeke looks to debunk what we are getting wrong about wellness, why community matters, and how small choices can reshape our health and our healthcar...

Jewel is a multi-time Grammy nominated singer-songwriter, poet, painter, actress, and philanthropist who has sold over 30 million albums worldwide. Over a meal at the famous New York City restaurant Tavern on the Green, Jewel shares why that restaurant is an important part of her journey, her struggles with homelessness and mental health, and her pathway to success. Follow To Dine For: Official We...

Kevin Boehm is a restaurateur who has opened more than 40 restaurants. Kevin is currently the co-founder and co-owner of Boka Restaurant Group with Rob Katz, and has opened some of the hottest restaurants in Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York City. Kevin and Rob won the James Beard Award for Outstanding Restaurateur in 2018. Kevin’s new memoir, The Bottomless Cup , is an amazing look at a man who...

Martha Beck is a sociologist, life coach, speaker, and also a New York Times Bestselling author many times over. She holds Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD degrees from Harvard, where she also taught Sociology, Social Psychology, Organizational Behavior, and Business Management. Martha has been featured on Oprah and Good Morning America, and has published several New York Times International Bestselle...

Paul Ollinger is a nationally-touring comedian and writer. He has done more than 1,000 shows including the Limestone, BigPine, Laughing Skull, and Boston Comedy Festivals. Paul’s comedy is poignant and cutting, but what also distinguishes Paul is his previous life as a former Facebook VP of Sales, and one of Facebook’s first 250 employees. After cashing in and retiring from Facebook at 42, Paul fo...

Pam Weekes and Connie McDonald created Levain Bakery out of their passions for food, friendship, and hard work. They’re competitive swimmers and triathletes, and Pam and Connie passed their workouts by engaging in passionate conversations about baking. These conversations ultimately inspired them to leave their careers in fashion and finance, and open a small bread shop on the Upper West Side of M...

Kathy McCabe makes Italian travel dreams come true. Kathy specializes in Italian travel, and has an audience of millions on her award-winning television series “Dream of Italy” and “Dream of Europe”, which air on PBS. Kathy has also turned “Dream of Italy” into an award-winning travel magazine and website, where she shares her unique takes on Italian culture, people, and places. Follow To Dine For...

To kick off 2026, Kate discusses three questions to ask yourself before setting your goals for the new year. Follow To Dine For: Official Website: ToDineForTV.com Facebook: Facebook.com/ToDineForTV Instagram: @ToDineForTV Twitter: @KateSullivanTV Email: ToDineForTV@gmail.com   Thank You to our Sponsors! Coca-Cola American National Insurance Wairau River Wines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Coach Chris Bennett is more than just a running coach. He’s a storyteller, motivator, and the voice that has guided millions of runners worldwide. As the Global Head Coach of Nike Running, he has transformed the way people experience running, making it more approachable and personal.  With a background as a competitive runner and former coach at the high school and collegiate levels, Coach Be...

Priya Krishna is a food journalist, a restaurant critic for the New York Times, a YouTube personality, and author of several cookbooks, including Indian-Ish , Priya’s Kitchen Adventures , and Cooking At Home: Or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying About Recipes (And Love My Microwave) , authored together with chef David Chang. Priya also hosts an online series called On The Job for the New York Times,...

Randy Goldberg is the Co-Founder and Chief Brand Officer of Bombas. He is responsible for bringing the brand to life, creatively conveying the Bombas brand and mission, and leading the design team to create product that boasts an innovative combination of fashion, function and philanthropy. Before launching Bombas, Randy developed and directed content for Nike and Vitamin Water, and served as the...

Sahil Bloom is an inspirational writer and content creator, captivating millions of people every week through his insights and newsletter, The Curiosity Chronicle . Bloom is a successful entrepreneur as owner of SRB Holdings and managing partner of SRB Ventures, an early-stage investment fund. Sahil graduated from Stanford University with a Master’s Degree in Public Policy, and a BA in Economics a...

Byron Katie is an author and speaker, best known for “The Work of Byron Katie”, or simply known as “The Work”. She is the founder of Byron Katie International, an organization that includes The School for The Work, and Turnaround House in Ojai, California. Time Magazine named Byron Katie “a spiritual innovator for the 21st century”. Follow To Dine For: Official Website: ToDineForTV.com Facebook: F...

Kate shares some questions you can ask at Thanksgiving to avoid small talk and deepen conversations. Thank you for five years of To Dine For: The Podcast! Follow To Dine For: Official Website: ToDineForTV.com Facebook: Facebook.com/ToDineForTV Instagram: @ToDineForTV Twitter: @KateSullivanTV Email: ToDineForTV@gmail.com   Thank You to our Sponsors! Coca-Cola American National Insurance Wairau...

Phil Rose, together with his wife Chris, founded the Wairau River Winery. It all started in 1978 when they decided to plant grapes along the banks of the Wairau River in the northern part of the South Island of New Zealand, better known as the Marlborough region, which is famous for its sauvignon blanc. Phil discusses his journey, hardships, and the beginnings of the Wairau River Winery. Follow To...

Ruth Reichl is the New York Times bestselling author of five memoirs, the novel Delicious , and the cookbook My Kitchen Year . She was editor-in-chief of Gourmet Magazine, and previously served as restaurant critic for the New York Times. Ruth has been honored with six James Beard Awards, and in 2024 received the James Beard Lifetime Achievement Award. Follow To Dine For: Official Website: ToDineF...