Saucy Bites

Tim Klauder is a high-energy culinary pro who’s been in the trenches and behind the tech—most notably as the former corporate chef for Ovention Ovens. He’s known for turning complex equipment into real-deal, money-making food… and doing it fast. Sharp, a little wild, and full of stories, Tim’s worked with chefs and operators across the country—dialing in menus, fixing problems on the fly, and keep...

oin us for an inspiring conversation with Chef Rene J. Marquis CEC, CCE, CCA, AAC , a decorated military veteran, International Culinary Judge, ACF National President, and Food Network Cutthroat Kitchen champion. With 21 years of service as a combat-disabled veteran and global success in Culinary Olympics and World Cups, Chef Marquis shares unmatched insight into leadership, discipline, competitio...

Chef Tim Recher—World Certified Master Chef, global competitor, and culinary Olympic team member—shares what it takes to perform at the highest level in the culinary world. From leadership to global competition to maintaining professional excellence, this episode is packed with insight.  Guest Background: Tim Recher is a World Certified Master Chef and distinguished member of the World Master Chef...

This week, we sit down with Ted Asprooth , a specialist in Foodservice, Convenience Store operations, and Military foodservice support at Antunes. Antunes is a world leader in custom foodservice equipment and water filtration systems, servicing over 150 countries with manufacturing plants in Carol Stream, IL and China. Their customers include major global QSR brands—most notably McDonald's, where...

Meet Tim Harris , the creator behind Tim Taking Time — an industrial market influencer helping brands become seen, known, and trusted. With an audience of over 28,000 engaged followers, Tim uses the power of videos, photos, and consistent engagement to help industrial equipment companies stand out in a crowded space.  In this episode, Tim shares why authenticity matters more than polished perfecti...

Roger Kreager is the Owner and President of Chef Source in Canton, Michigan, with decades of experience in foodservice equipment and kitchen solutions. Known for his customer-first approach and strong industry partnerships, Roger built Chef Source from the ground up—starting out of his garage and delivering equipment from the trunk of his car. Under his leadership, Chef Source has become a trusted...

Join us as we sit down with Dan Farmer, CFSP I-1st , President of SESCO — one of the industry’s leading employee-owned foodservice equipment companies. Dan brings decades of executive-level insight into how the industry is evolving, what operators and manufacturers must understand moving forward, and the leadership strategies that drive both innovation and stability.  From distribution trends to e...

What happens when bold, globally inspired cooking meets deep cultural roots? In this episode, we sit down with Chef Tristen Epps—Top Chef Season 22 winner, James Beard Award semi-finalist, and Michelin-recognized chef—to explore his journey from a childhood spent across Guam, Japan, and the Philippines to leading acclaimed kitchens like Red Rooster Overtown and Ocean Social by Tristen Epps.    We...