The Pass is Calling

In this episode, we sit down with Tom Aikens, a chef who's made waves in the culinary world through TV shows, cookbooks, and multiple restaurants. He takes us on a journey through the challenges and triumphs of running restaurants in London, including his latest venture, Muse. At Muse storytelling plays a central role. Tom explains how storytelling can elevate the dining experience and why Aik...

In this episode, we sit down with Scott Braithwaite to discuss restaurant gardening. Scott serves as one of the Sous Chefs at the legendary Eleven Madison Park restaurant in New York. He shares his experiences working at L'Enclume, a 3-star restaurant in Cartmel, UK, where the farm plays a central role in the concept and where they grow up to 80% of their own ingredients. In addition, Scott di...

In this exciting episode, we dive deep into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on cooking and the restaurant industry. We have a fascinating conversation with Nikhil Abraham, the CEO and co-founder of Cloudchef, an innovative AI-driven food delivery company. We'll be exploring the current capabilities of AI in the culinary world and discussing the potential for its develo...

In this episode, we dive into the story of Gennaro Contaldo, the Italian culinary legend and mentor to stars like Jamie Oliver and Tim Mälzer. He shares his journey from a small village on the Italian Amalfi coast to global fame and the challenges he faced. Gennaro also talks about starting one of the most popular chef channels on YouTube years ago and what making videos is like for him today. Fin...

In this podcast episode, we discuss mental health in commercial kitchens with chef (Sous Chef at Atomix**) and author Daniel Garwood. Daniel offers tips and insights on how chefs can prioritize their mental well-being, manage stress and anxiety, and avoid burnout. Join us as we explore this important topic and learn how to take care of mental health in the culinary industry. — Where to find Daniel...

In this episode, we are joined by Brian Mark Hansen, the Danish chef who recently won the prestigious Bocuse d'Or 2023 culinary competition. Brian shares his experience of competing at the highest level and offers valuable insights and tips for aspiring chefs who want to participate in the Bocuse d'Or or any other culinary competition. From developing a winning mindset to mastering technical skill...

Another episode with Creator of the Year 2022, Jules Wiringa. In this episode, he shares how he comes up with 4 new dishes every week and the secrets to making a dish people love. You'll also hear Jules and Valentin create a new dish together. Listen to find out what it is! — Where to find Jules Wiringa: • Gronda: https://gronda.app.link/JJmp3b4Q7tb • Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/jul...

In this episode, we speak with BenGingi, a talented Israeli-born chef who has gained a huge following on Instagram and TikTok for his expertise in baking and doughs. Prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, Ben moved to the United States and quickly made a name for himself as a full-time creator, consultant, and caterer based in New York City. Join us as Ben shares his insights on how to stand out in a cro...

Paul Liebrandt is an English-born chef who has truly made a name for himself in the United States. He has opened several restaurants which have been honored with two Michelin stars and three stars by The New York Times. In addition, he was the subject of the HBO documentary "A matter of taste - serving up Paul Liebrandt," which garnered an Emmy nomination and won the award for Best Documentary at...

Join us as we sit down with renowned chef and culinary influencer, Byron Talbott. With over 1.4 million followers on YouTube, Byron shares the secrets behind his successful channel and offers tips on how you can grow your own follower base and become a top chef on the platform. — Where to find Byron Talbott: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byrontalbott • Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/Byr...

Joris Bijdenijk runs a Michelin-starred restaurant and is one of the most famous dutch chefs. Together with Gronda he produced a vegetable masterclass, which got a worldwide hit. In this episode, we talk about this success, but also about the process of creating cookbooks, running restaurants, leading teams, and sharing knowledge.  Listen now on Apple and Spotify  —  Where to find J...

Andreas is one of the best chefs in the world and an absolute legend in Switzerland. In this episode, he talks about his beginnings and how he built a successful restaurant with little capital. Besides that we cover planting vegetables, inventing new dishes, and how to create an industry where young talent wants to work again. — Where to find Andreas Caminada: • Gronda: https://gronda.app.link/9s4...

Throughout his career, Joe Sasto worked in the top kitchens on the US west coast. After that, he became a full-time creator and started to share his recipes on Instagram and TikTok. Covid skyrocketed his career and now he is one of the top creators out there. In this episode, he explains to us what it takes to become successful as a creator and why you need to adapt to the world after covid if you...

Chef Binta is the Rising Star 2021 and the Basque Culinary World Prize winner of 2022. With her pop-up restaurant Dineonamat she offers an immersive nomadic Fulani culinary experience around the world. In this podcast episode, she talks about her beginnings in Africa and what it takes to build a successful pop-up. — Where to find Fatmata Binta: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chef_binta/ —...

Mateo Zielonka is a chef from Poland who became the most followed pasta chef on social media. This fame helped him to launch an amazing book about pasta which was an instant success. In this episode, he talks about his way to success and explains how to publish a cookbook successfully. — Where to find Mateo Zielonka: • Gronda:  https://gronda.app.link/jQ0oTNAR7tb • Instagram: https://www.inst...

Isabella Potì is one of the most famous female chefs in Italy and beyond. Together with her husband, Floriano Pellegrino, she opened the Bros' restaurant in Lecce, Italy, which not only received a Michelin star but also became a worldwide brand. In this episode, Isabella talks about being a mother while running a restaurant, winning a Michelin star, and building a brand as a chef.  —  Wh...

Martin Lippo is an Argentinian chef who runs the Vakuum lab in Barcelona. Besides being one of the most followed creators on Gronda, he is developing revolutionary recipes in his kitchen lab while also teaching culinary courses. In this episode, he explains how to open and run a kitchen lab successfully. — Where to find Martin Lippo: • Gronda:  https://gronda.app.link/jIup2DwR7tb • Instagram:...

Gregoire Berger is one of the most awarded chefs in the world. He has made a name for himself by being the mastermind Chef of the iconic Atlantis, The Palm in Dubai. He is also known for creating unique and recognizable dishes, which you can admire on his Instagram account. In this episode, he shares the process of creating such dishes (and much more). — Where to find Gregoire Berger: • Gronda:&nb...

Jules Wiringa is a successful chef creator that shares his high-level recipes on Gronda, Youtube, and Instagram. Within just two years of committing to share his recipes on the Internet regularly, he became one of the rising stars in the industry. In this episode, he talks about his journey and shares insights into his sudden fame. — Where to find Jules Wiringa: • Gronda: https://gronda.app.link/J...

Listen now on Apple and Spotify Write us: podcast@gronda.com — Where to find Gronda: • App: https://gronda.app.link/get-app • Website: https://gronda.com • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gronda/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrondaEN/ •  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grondanetwork — Where to find Valentin Schütz: • Gronda: https://gronda.app.link/JJmp3b4Q7tb • Instagram: https:...