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Episode 20: Nidal Barake This week’s episode is a little different. Our guest is our own host Nidal Barake, interviewed by his wife, the amazing @paocarlini . It doesn’t get more personal than that! Nidal is the co-founder of Gluttonomy, a Miami-based agency that builds marketing and strategies for food and beverage brands. Originally trained as an economist, Nidal worked in consulting and tech be...

Episode 19:  Karla Hoyos Karla Hoyos is the chef and founder of Tacotomia, a Miami concept rooted in the flavors of her native Veracruz. After training in Europe and leading kitchens in the U.S., Karla joined World Central Kitchen with Chef José Andrés, cooking in disaster zones from Puerto Rico to Ukraine. There, she prepared thousands of meals daily under extreme conditions, forging a missi...

Episode 18:  Alvaro Clavijo  Alvaro Clavijo is the chef and founder of El Chato, a Bogotá bistro that has redefined Colombian fine dining. After studying at the Hofmann School in Barcelona, he trained in some of the world’s most renowned kitchens, Noma in Denmark, Joël Robuchon’s Bristol and L’Atelier, and Per Se and Atera in New York, before returning home to open his own place. At El C...

Episode 17:  Zak Stern (Zak The Baker) Zak Stern is the founder of Zak the Baker, a cornerstone of Miami’s Wynwood neighborhood. After leaving pharmacy school, he spent six years apprenticing on farms across the U.S., Europe, and Israel, where he learned the craft of bread, wine, and cheese. Back in Miami, he started baking in a friend’s garage and selling loaves at farmers markets. By 2014,...

Episode 16: Stefano Secchi Stefano Secchi is the chef behind Rezdôra and Massara, two Manhattan restaurants inspired by Italy’s regional cuisines. Born in Texas to a Sardinian father, Secchi spent summers in Italy, where a bowl of tortellini in brodo sparked his path to the kitchen. After training with chefs like Massimo Bottura, he opened Rezdôra in 2019 as a tribute to Emilia Romagna and earned...

Episode 15: Jesús Brazón  Jesús Brazón is the self-taught baker behind Caracas Bakery, a family-run Miami spot known for its sourdough loaves and Venezuelan pastries. Alongside his father Manuel, he opened the first Caracas Bakery in Doral in 2020, drawing daily lines for his precise, slow-fermented bread and its combination of Venezuelan food with standard French pastries. Ever since, Caraca...

Episode 14: Andrew Friedman Andrew Friedman is a celebrated author and podcaster known for his deep explorations of the people and stories that shape the food world. With a background in literature and training from the French Culinary Institute, he has spent over two decades chronicling chefs, restaurants, and culinary culture. His breakthrough book, "Chefs, Drugs, and Rock & Roll," traces th...

Episode 13 -The Wolf of Tacos The Wolf of Tacos is a Miami-based taqueria concept that has redefined the pop-up and catering scene with its dedication to authentic Mexico City street food. Founded in 2020 by chef Eduardo Lara, The Wolf of Tacos began with a small driveway setup and quickly grew into one of Miami’s must-visit culinary experiences. Over four years, it has built a reputation for deli...

Episode 12: JJ Johnson Joseph “JJ” Johnson is an award-winning chef, author, and TV personality celebrated for his bold, barrier-breaking cuisine that connects the flavors of West Africa, the Caribbean, Asia, and the Americas. Raised between New York City and the Poconos, JJ developed a passion for cooking at age seven and has since built a career focused on honoring the African diaspora through f...

Episode 11: Fernando Trocca  Fernando Trocca is a renowned Argentine chef whose career has taken him from his grandmother's kitchen in Buenos Aires to some of the world’s top culinary locations. Trained by legendary chefs like Gato Dumas and Francis Mallmann, he has led celebrated kitchens from Llers in Buenos Aires to Vandam in New York. He is the founder of Sucre, with locations in Buenos A...

Join us on Patreon for just US$5 a month to enjoy exclusive content as well as early access to new episodes and to continue supporting this community united for the love of food. Episode 10: Bernardo Paladini Bernardo Paladini, is a rising luminary in the international dining scene. Starting his culinary journey in Rome’s trattorias, he rose to sous-chef at Acqualina before joining Osteria Frances...

Episode 9: Michael Schwartz   Michael Schwartz is a Philadelphia-born chef and partner of The Genuine Hospitality Group. In addition to being a James Beard Award winner, Schwartz is one of the leading figures in South Florida’s restaurant scene. His flagship restaurant, Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink is renowned for its casual atmosphere and focus on fresh, local ingredients. Schwartz has...

Join us on Patreon for just US$5 a month to enjoy exclusive content as well as early access to new episodes and to continue supporting this community united for the love of food.  Episode 8: Alejandro Díaz Alejandro Díaz is a renowned entrepreneur and restaurant founder. After a career in consulting, Alejandro has been at the forefront of culinary innovation starting multiple successful busin...

Join us on Patreon for just US$5 a month to enjoy exclusive content as well as early access to new episodes and to continue supporting this community united for the love of food. Episode 7: Timon Balloo Timon Balloo is one of the most influential working chefs today. The now 3 times nominated James Beard Award chef, started as a prep cook and continued his training at Johnson & Wales Universit...

Episode 6: Carlos García Carlos García es un chef venezolano conocido por su enfoque innovador de la gastronomía y su dedicación a celebrar los sabores venezolanos. García estudió en la prestigiosa Escuela de Hostelería Hoffman en Barcelona y perfeccionó su oficio en algunos de los mejores restaurantes del mundo, incluyendo el Bulli y Celler de Can Roca. Desde entonces, se convirtió en el chef eje...

Episode 5: Fur Coat Fur Coat (Sergio Muñoz) has been at the forefront of the electronic music scene for the past decade, steadily building his reputation as a producer, DJ, and label owner of Øddity Records. Based in Barcelona, he has established himself as a true artist with a passion for innovation, constantly pushing his personal musical vision forward, which can be seen in his album 'Polyphony...

Episode 4: Elad Zvi Elad Zvi is the Co-Founder of Bar Lab Consulting and former Managing Partner of the globally acclaimed Broken Shaker in Miami Beach. With his business partner, Gabe Orta, Elad has re-energized the hospitality scene. Since launching the Broken Shaker in 2012, Bar Lab has opened a series of award-winning venues across major cities including Miami, New York, Los Angeles and Chicag...

Join us on Patreon for just US$5 a month to enjoy exclusive content as well as early access to new episodes and to continue supporting this community united for the love of food.   Episode 3: Federico Iossa   Federico Iossa is the founder of Delray Watch Supply, which has quickly become one of the most-visited online watch dealers in the U.S., and the host of the popular YouTube channel,...

Join us on Patreon for just US$5 a month to enjoy exclusive content as well as early access to new episodes and to continue supporting this community united for the love of food. Episode 2: Diego Oka Diego Oka is the executive chef at La Mar Miami, a restaurant that brings the rich flavors and culture of Peru to a global audience. With a career that spans over two decades, Diego has honed his craf...

Join us on Patreon for just US$5 a month to enjoy exclusive content as well as early access to new episodes and to continue supporting this community united for the love of food. Episode 1: Ryan King Ryan King is the founder of Rooted Agency, a communications consulting agency for chefs and restaurants, and former editor at Fine Dining Lovers, an online magazine that explores the intersections of...