Culinary Confidential with Christina Cates

On this week's edition of Culinary Confidential, Christina Cates focuses on at-home cooking tips with Chef Carmine DiGiovanni of Aunt Jake's NYC.  Chef Carmine serves as the executive chef and pasta maestro at Aunt Jake's on New York City's Upper East Side, where he hosts interactive pasta-making courses. Interested? Book it fast as there's a two month wait to get in! DiGiovanni joins th...

On this week's edition of Culinary Confidential, Christina Cates welcomes in Melissa Sumner of Sumner Farms in Honesdale, Pennsylvania. Alongside her husband Ian and their four children, Melissa ditched a conventional career path to pursue a life rooted in regenerative agriculture - a method of farming that restores soil health, increases biodiversity, and works in harmony alongside nature. Sumner...

On this week's edition of Culinary Confidential, Christina Cates takes a deep dive into the growing epidemic of food allergies. Food allergies affect over 33 million Americans, including one of every 13 children. From the lunchbox to the fine dining realm, allergies are reshaping our relationship with food. Best-selling author and longtime allergy advocate Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino joins the show...

On this week's edition of Culinary Confidential, Christina Cates welcomes in Chef Andrew Molen. Renowned for his impeccable standards and intuitive approach to cooking, Chef Andrew isn't just cooking meals - he's orchestrating experiences. With an extensive client list, he blends sophistication with innovation in every dish. His work has earned him profiles in Page Six and other top lifestyle publ...

On this week's edition of Culinary Confidential, Christina Cates welcomes in popular social media personality The People's Somm . Known for his no-nonsense takes, deep-cellar knowledge, and uncanny ability to make wine feel fun again, The People's Somm has built a loyal following by breaking down barriers and busting snobbery one bottle at a time. From natural wine debates to pairing hacks and ind...

On this week's edition of Culinary Confidential, Christina Cates showcases Indian cuisine's impact on the global scale by welcoming in Chef Vikas Khanna and Sameer Bhatt of the East Village's own,  Bungalow . From Amritsar to Michelin Stars, Vikas is more than just a celebrity chef. He's also a filmmaker, author, humanitarian, and ambassador of Indian cuisine, who blends tradition with global...

Culinary Confidential hits the West Coast this week for an exclusive journey uncovering the artistry behind gourmet cheeses and specialty foods! Christina Cates welcomes Dominick DiBartolomeo and Jay Seals, both of Domenico's Foods and The Cheese Store of Beverly Hills. As the mastermind behind the two, DiBartolomeo's stores offer a wide variety of premium food items, from 600+ imported cheeses to...

Culinary Confidential hits the road again this week, this time to the Windy City! Christina Cates welcomes Susie Griffin and David Baez for a delicious journey into Chicago's unique hospitality scene. Griffin is a hospitality expert with a reputation that extends past Chicago, building a career built on delivering excellent service and creating memorable dining experiences. She shares her insights...

This week, Culinary Confidential is shipping up to Boston for an exclusive look at the city's vibrant food and hospitality scene! Christina Cates is joined by Alyssa K. Stevens and Lisa Flores for this unforgettable culinary journey. The founder and editor of The A-Lyst lifestyle blog, Stevens has curated a special list of must-visit restaurants, date night spots, and hidden gems showcasing the be...

On this week's edition of Culinary Confidential, Christina Cates welcomes in food influencer Eric Hammer. Known for his engaging content on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, Eric shares food reviews, explores different cuisines, and spotlights the best stadium eats - and is especially famous for his love of Chicken Caesar Salad Wraps, recently releasing his Top 10 Chicken Caesar Wraps of 2024. Also...

On this week's edition of Culinary Confidential, Christina Cates welcomes Austin Allan, founder and CEO of Sugar Wood, and Rachel Chitwood, VP of Marketing at Tipsy Scoop Ice Cream, to discuss their perspectives on their adults-only dessert brands and how they are redefining indulgence and creativity in the culinary space. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's special Cinco De Mayo edition of Culinary Confidential, Christina Cates concludes her 'Spotlight On A Chef' series with Chef Scott Linquist, co-founder and owner of Coyo Taco , a global taqueria chain known for its authentic Mexican street food. Linquist holds a degree from The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) and has worked alongside legendary chefs across the U.S., including Ne...

On this week's edition of Culinary Confidential, Christina Cates continues her 'Spotlight On A Chef' series with Chef Michael Lomonaco. Lomonaco is a Brooklyn-born American chef, restauranteur, author, and TV personality who is currently the Chef and Partner at Porter House Bar & Grill in The Shops at Columbus Circle. He has also worked at many favorable New York institutions including Le Cirq...

On this week's edition of Culinary Confidential, Christina Cates continues her 'Spotlight On A Chef' series with two culinary powerhouses making waves in the hospitality industry, Chef Coton Stine and Chef Kiersten Gormeley. Chef Coton is a classically trained Le Cordon Bleu chef and owner of Table 165 in Delray Beach, Florida. Chef Gormeley, known for winning the popular Food Network program&nbsp...

On this week's edition of Culinary Confidential, Christina Cates kicks off her 'Spotlight On A Chef' series by welcoming in Chef Jamie Knott. Knott is an acclaimed chef and New Jersey-based restauranteur, who owns four restaurants under his PB&J Hospitality Group umbrella. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's edition of Culinary Confidential, Christina Cates welcomes Football Hall of Famer Alan Page to discuss his new children's book "Baking Up Love," written in collaboration with his daughter Kamie. Also joining the show is Chef Richard Ingraham, renowned for his role as personal chef of Basketball Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade and his family, to discuss his recently published cookbook, "Lo...

On this week's edition of Culinary Confidential, Christina Cates welcomes “The Doctors”  TV personality Dr. Ian K. Smith for his perspective on healthy eating! You may have also seen him on “Celebrity Fit Club,” “The Rachael Ray Show,” and “The View.”! He is also a bestseller and Christina talks with Dr. Smith about his new book, 'Eat Your Age',...

On  this edition, Christina welcomes Guinness brand ambassador Colm O'Connor to recap how the Guinness storehouse celebrated St. Patrick's Day and filled us in on what's planned for the 25th anniversary of the Guinness Storehouse! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guests: Megan Klein, the founder of  Little Saints , a company that creates non-alcoholic cocktails and spirits infused with functional mushrooms, like reishi and lion’s mane. ; Vanesa Miraglia, founder of VIEWTIES , a renowned lifestyle e-magazine!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christina Cates' special guest is JORJ MORGAN  — a celebrated Southern home cook, food blogger, and cookbook author known for her engaging storytelling and delicious recipes. Her cookbooks, such as the “  You Can Cook Any THING ” series, are tailored for novice chefs and those looking to improve their cooking skills. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jimmy Kunz is the founder and CEO of  The Truffleist , a company based in Long Island City, Queens, that produces handcrafted, small-batch truffle products. Jason Hairston is the owner and visionary behind  The Nugget Spot , a popular Chatham, New Jersey chicken nugget restaurant which opened its doors in mid-October 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Johnny Damon is a former professional baseball outfielder who played in Major League Baseball from 1995 to 2012 and has been associated with such teams as the Kansas City Royals, Oakland Athletics, Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees, Detroit Tigers, Tampa Bay Rays, and Cleveland Indians. In addition to being a two-time All-Star and a two-time World Series champion  Johnny and Christina talks ab...

ARIEL STRIZOWER  and  MIKE SALZANO are Christina Cates’s special guests on  CULINARY CONFIDENTIAL — a highly popular, new talk show for foodies and those in the hospitality industry. Strizower and Salzano are the creative duo behind the trendy New York City restaurant, Gnocchi on 9th . They started as friends and real-estate partners before venturing into the culinary wo...

Guests:  Ellen Hunter,  the blogger behind “ The Star Crawl ,” is on a mission to dine at every MICHELIN-starred restaurant in New York City. She started this quest in June 2017 and has been documenting her culinary journey, meeting talented chefs, and enjoying their culinary creations ever since.  Ellen will share her experiences and offer her take on what's trending in...

Guests:  RYAN LINDQUIST, General Manager of  Luxbar  in Chicago,  Ryan shares his journey from his early days in hospitality to transforming Luxbar into a beacon of dining and mixology. He also provides behind-the-scenes insights into what makes Luxbar a premier destination, including themed nights, exclusive tasting events, and an impressive cocktail program. ALDO FEDRIGHINI,...