Line Cook Thoughts

On this episode, I chat with owner of Perfect Little Bites and the host of Chefs Without Restaurants: Chris Spear. We talk about this concept of taking the restaurant with you, and how some unconventional restaurant jobs can give you what you may be looking for in terms of a career opportunity.

On this episode, I chat with Chef Jamie Simpson. Jamie is the Executive Chef Liaison at The Culinary Vegetable Institute. In the episode, we talk about his story of becoming a Chef. We then talk about his work at The Chef's Garden, and why more people should be learning about their food and where it comes from.

On this episode, I chat with Chef Nyesha Arrington. The Los Angeles based Chef is a leader in the industry, and we go over her career and industry insights that have helped her reach success with brand deals, operating successful restaurant projects, and even competing in the Bocuse d’Or. Her entrepreneurial spirit has helped her achieve some pretty amazing goals, and continues to push her forward...

In this episode, I chat with Scott Guerin. He is lead Research and Development Chef for Modernist Pantry. In the episode we chat about what modern cooking means, what his day to day work includes, and why modernist cooking is not confined only to fine dining. We also chat projects, including a plant based meat he has been working on. Very excited for you all to hear!

On this episode, I chat with Matthew Francis, a food video producer. Matthew has experience in food media, working for one the largest food media companies for two years, helping to create viral food videos. Matthew has now stepped away to create his own brand, DinnerViews. He chats about his story of creating for himself, and pursuing food media. The Link to season 2 of DinnerViews: https://www.y...

On this episode, I share the major lessons I have learned from the past year. In this year of running the podcast, I have learned a ton, and am so grateful to be able to make this content for you all. Thank you for making this project of mine possible!

On this episode I interview Chef Martin Diez. He is the Chef Patissier-chocolatier for the Barry Callebaut Group. In the episode, we talk about his journey of working his way through France. We then go into topics around Ruby Chocolate, how he creates his different flavors, and what it means to work in an industry with so many different preferences in regards to chocolate.

On this episode, I have Kriss Harvey back on the podcast to go over his 15 year dedication to mastering the Cannelé de Bordeaux.

On this episode, I chat with Katy Osuna, creator of Copper and Heat, a James Beard Award Winning Podcast. In this episode, we talk about staging, gaining respect in the industry, and what we want to see more of in the industry.

On this episode, I speak with David, Product and Marketing Specialist for Polyscience. He is also the creator of Flavor Bound Media. In this, we chat about his time working his way into Michelin dining, and eventually, his move into another sector of the industry. Definitely a must listen if another path in the industry is calling your name, and yet you are not sure you should take. David's story...

On this episode, I chat with friend Francesca Zani. She is the creator of The Garnished Palate blog, and works within the food media world. We chat about her choice to follow an unconventional path in the industry, and the challenges it takes be in the food media world.

On this episode I speak with my friend Rachel, aka the Sustainability Gangster. On it, we talk about her time learning why she’s in the industry. We then get into our disappointment in school lunches, what we teach kids about food, and what we would like to see in terms of culinary education for the youth. Hope y’all enjoy!

On this episode, I take some topics from YOU, and discuss them in depth. I first get into what you should bring to a stage and how you should prepare for it. I then talk about the idea of mental toughness and how i view mental toughness in the kitchen.

On this episode, I get to chat with Steve Doucakis. He is a Chef based out of Thailand, and it was awesome to get to make this episode happen. We chat about his time working in NYC, how to overcome self doubt, his decision to work overseas, and the pop-up he is working on now.

On this episode, I chat with Marcello Molteni. He tells his story, and how his career path has taken some different turns. He then talks about the importance of teaching yourself, staying true to yourself as a Chef, and trying to find happiness in a tough industry. Hope you all enjoy!

On this episode, I talk about “the weeds”, a place all cooks have gone to. I then share why I feel every cook has a story, and then give some social media advice for cooks wanting to start their own brand.

On this episode, I speak with Arielle Lofton. She is a current student at The Culinary Institute of America. We chat about her finding herself in the industry, how traveling has impacted her, and why it’s important to believe in yourself when starting to define your career.

On this episode, I chat with Beverley Hills Chocolatier At andSons, Kriss Harvey. We talk about his career, different viewpoints in the industry, and how to innovate in a very traditionally set environment. Great conversation for any cook, but a lot of great pastry focused conversation here!

On this episode, I chat with Andrew Friedman. He is the author of “Chefs, Drugs & Rock and Roll”, and host of the podcast “Andrew Talks To Chefs.” We chat about his career in food media, how to process criticism, and how he captured the story of the American Food Revolution.

On this episode, I interview friend Dylan Leary. Dylan is the founder of People4Tomorrow, an organization focused on teaching the people of Soroti, Uganda skills of self sustainability that include cooking and medicinal education. Dylan is also currently a student at The Culinary Institute of America, pursuing his Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Food Studies. His journey to help others and find himse...

On this episode I start out by chatting more on values of a higher education in cooking. I then talk about balancing your ego with the needs of the guest, and why the guest is our top priority as Chefs.

On this shared episode, I chat with Justin about a lot of topics related to cooks and branding. We get into cooks and their uses of various social media platforms, restaurant reviews and what we should be holding restaurants to, as well as how to create content as a Chef for the industry.

On this podcast, I speak with the culinary operations manager of MHG, Adam Loo. We talk about Being a Chef in Canada, starting in management early in his career, and how to effectively grow with a business mindset as a Chef.

On this episode, I share my journey of losing 80 lbs in the last year. The difficulty of being a chef and being overweight has been a struggle for me for years. I was finally able to overcome it, and here is how.

On this episode I share a message I received from a veteran who is just starting in the industry. I then chat about how age shouldn’t hold you back from getting into the industry. Finally, I chat about the value of culinary school.