Culinary Confidential with Christina Cates

Guest: Doug Frost —co-owner of  Echolands Winery and one of the few people in the world to hold both the Master of Wine and Master Sommelier titles. In addition to regularly contributing articles to prominent beverage industry publications,  Frost is the author of two critically acclaimed books, “On Wine: A Master Sommelier and Master of Wine Tells All,” and &ldquo...

Guest: Dale DeGroff , a renowned American bartender and author affectionately known as “King Cocktail.” Widely credited with pioneering the craft cocktail movement and revitalizing classic cocktail recipes, DeGroff gained notoriety in the late 1980s and 1990s as the chief bartender at New York City’s Rainbow Room. His emphasis on high-quality ingredients and classic techniques se...

On this episode of CULINARY CONFIDENTIAL  — a popular talk show airing Sunday nights on AM970 radio — her special guests will be  Michael Cecchi-Azzolina  and  Bismark Irving. Michael  — who is the owner of  Cecchi’s , a modern bar and grill located in the West Village — is widely known for his work as a maître d’ at some of N...

Guests: Chris Vasami  — a fitness coach, mentor, nutritionist, and owner of  Vasami Training — is a former professional baseball player whose career took a transformative turn after being diagnosed with thyroid cancer in 2017. That pivotal life event led him to pursue a healthy lifestyle, which he now passionately shares with others via a holistic approach to fitness and nutr...

Guests: Antonio Dinis  & Luciana Barbieri, co-owners of  PORTO BY ANTONIO — a critically acclaimed eatery located in North Bergen, New Jersey, widely praised for its authentic Italian cuisine, particularly its Neapolitan-style pizzas and pastas. Offering a cozy and romantic ambiance, it’s the perfect spot for a special occasion or date night.; Chef Antonio De Ieso , and h...

Guests:  Jeremy Lebewohl, co-owner of the famed  2nd Ave Deli , will share insights into the company’s rich history. Originally established by his uncle back in 1954, Jeremy, and his bother Josh, reopened the deli in 2007 at its East 33rd Street location, where it continues to serve its towering pastrami sandwiches and other traditional delicacies; Chef David Teyf, a renowned resta...

Dirk McCall de Palomá, Executive Director of the Sunnyside Shines Business Improvement District , is the featured guest on Sunday night’s episode of “ CULINARY CONFIDENTIAL with CHRISTINA CATES .” Dirk and Christina will give listeners a “behind-the-scenes” look at Queens’ diverse culinary scene and will discuss some of the popular menu items found at the...

Guests: . Mallory Mortier has extensive experience as a Certified Flight Attendant (CFA) and has been a Gulfstream CFA fleet manager for some 17 years. He is the founder of CREWISE, a ground-breaking app designed to support aviation industry professionals by simplifying catering needs, enhancing onboard services, and empowering users to deliver exceptional flight experiences. ( https://get-crewise...

Guests: Chef Renee Faris- Chef Renee  — the owner of  Erie Coffeeshop and Bakery , a popular small batch bakery located in Rutherford, North Jersey — has a rich culinary arts background, having worked at such renowned establishments as Carlo’s Bakery, Gramercy Tavern, and Fig & Olive. Her local bakery features a European-style coffee-shop experience which offers an array of artisanal pastries...

Guests:  Chef Drew Keane   is a talented chef with over 15 years in the restaurant industry. He has honed his skills in a variety of global cuisines and is known for his creativity and precision in the kitchen. Chef Drew always puts a fresh spin on cherished favorites, ensuring you’ll enjoy his tips on how to host a stellar Thanksgiving dinner. https://keaneoncooking.com/ Brian Proctor , the son o...

Culinary Confidential With Christina Cates 11-17-24 Guests: Marta Pateiro, Head of Talent Development, Diversity, Inclusion & The Culture at Pernod Ricard North America ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpateiro85/ ) Amy Falbaum, Hospitality Recruiter, Owner of Amy Falbaum & Associates ( https://www.amyfalbaum.com/ ) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Culinary Confidential With Christina Cates 11-10-24 Guests : Brad Gardiner, Brad has worked as a managing partner with NYC dining influencer Steve Hanson, founder of the renowned hospitality group, BR Guest Hospitality ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-gardiner-35605358?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app) ;  Bismark Irving,  Almond Restauran...

Culinary Confidential With Christina Cates 11-3-24 Guests: Allison Reid, Aimbridge Hospitality ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/allison-reid-6693a9110/?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app ); Chip Ohlsson, Wyndham Hotel Group ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/chip-ohlsson-0063734?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&...

Culinary Confidential With Christina Cates 10-27-24 Guests:Pietro Caldarelli (Director of Operations ), Raffaele De Vivo (General Manager), and Giuseppe Nebbia (Executive Chef); the team behind the highly successful and hugely popular NYC Neapolitan pizzeria and trattoria: Song’E Napule . While Tony Mangia—creator and host of At The Table with Tony podcast—talks about some of his favorite restaura...

Culinary Confidential With Christina Cates 10-20-24 Guests: Mona James, Corporate Catering General Manager  ( https://www.instagram.com/chefmomo_63?igsh=NjI0NGtjeWExMjdw ); Michael Jong, Hospitality Industry Leader ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-jong-golden-hour-consulting?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app ) See omnystudio.com/listene...

Culinary Confidential With Christina Cates 10-13-24 Guests: Steve Cuccinelli, Owner of WonderBagels ( https://www.instagram.com/wbcentralave?igsh=MWVlcGxuaXFlZWtxdw== ) ; Joey Fortunato, fmr. owner of Extra Virgin Restaurant  https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-fortunato-9bb0846a?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app;  See omnystudio.com/listener...

Culinary Confidential With Christina Cates 10-6-24 Guests: Nicole Dragon AKA The Food Dragon, Bicoastal private chef with food channel thefooddragon.substack.com ; Shaina Nestor, Regional Director of Gibsons Restaurant Group in Chicago https://www.grgmc.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Culinary Confidential With Christina Cates 9-29-24 Guests: Lucas A. Ferrara - A "Top 100" NY Super Lawyer, Professor and Radio Host ( nfllp.com ); Jake Spitz, Public Relations Specialist Found on Instagram @JakeSpitzNYC  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.