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Chef's Table: Talks

David Gelb
Wolfgang Puck
Chef's Table
Los Angeles
Food
Hollywood
Musica
Italian Cuisine
Dune Prophecy
Food Memories
Chain Restaurants
Fine Dining
Netflix
Benny Blanco
Heinz
Vine
Authentic Chinese Cuisine
Panettone
Dominique Crenn
The Benjamin
Sushi

In Chef’s Table: Talks, David Gelb, creator and director of Netflix’s Chef’s Table and Jiro Dreams of Sushi, brings listeners into a deep, intimate conversation centered around the favorite meals and food memories that altered the course of a fascinating creative celebrity's life.

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This week, David sits down with friend and director Max Winkler (Love Story) to talk about the time they got turned down from Nozawa (and why it made them love it even more), his father Henry Winkler's favorite foods, what Max eats on film sets, the ... more

David is joined this week by Hooked owner and LA’s resident coffee expert,

Christopher “nicely” Abel Alameda! David and Nicely talk about how to make an incredible pourover, Haagen Daaz coffee ice cream, the idea of a Lego coffee shop, why every cof... more

Gilberto Cetina (Holbox) joins David in the kitchen this week!! Gilberto

talks about the pressure of taking on his family's beloved restaurant

Chichen Itza, how spearfishing as a teen made him fall in love with

seafood, being a Michelin-starred se... more

Byron Puck (President of Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining) joins David on the show this week! David and Byron talk about the moment he first realized his father Wolfgang Puck's level of fame on a boy scout camping trip, working in Spago's dish pit at age 12... more

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Recent Guests

Christopher Abel Alameda
Coffee professional, three-time latte art world champion, founder/leader in the Venice/Los Angeles coffee scene
Hooked; Menadis
Episode: LA’s King of Coffee Explains the Perfect Pourover Ft. Christopher “nicely” Abel Alameda
Gilberto Cetina
Chef, owner and creator of Holbox
Holbox (Mercado La Paloma, Los Angeles)
Episode: How an LA Food Stall Won a Michelin Star Ft. Gilberto Cetina
Byron Puck
President of Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group
Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group
Episode: The Family Behind Hollywood's Most Iconic Restaurants Ft. Byron Puck
Mason Rosenthal
Head of the restaurant operation and co-founder of Max & Helen's
Max & Helen's
Episode: Mason & Lily Royal Make Perfectly Imperfect Waffles
Lily Rosenthal
Creative director and co-founder of Max & Helen's
Max & Helen's
Episode: Mason & Lily Royal Make Perfectly Imperfect Waffles
Justin Pichetrungsi
Chef, Anajak Thai; driving force behind Taco Tuesday and generational cuisine
Anajak Thai
Episode: Justin Pichetrungsi Reinvented Taco Tuesdays
Maxwell Reis
Beverage director, restauranteur, and partner/beverage director at Mírate
Mírate (Los Feliz)
Episode: Maxwell Reis Drinks Sherry Cobblers
Jeremy Fall
Restaurateur and chef, founder of Drugstore concept
Episode: Jeremy Fall Appreciates a Happy Meal
Kris Yenbamroong
Founder of Night Market, Thai chef
Night Market
Episode: Kris Yenbamroong Will Always Have Pork Toro On the Menu

Host

David Gelb
Host of the show (interviewer) who leads in-depth conversations with culinary figures

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • SO EXCITED!

    Absolutely LOVE this episode, so excited to see this series unfold!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mbbrungardt
    United States8 months ago
  • Love it

    Chef’s Table - but a podcast. What’s not to

    Love

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Qwertiess
    United States8 months ago
  • Great Show

    Love the depth of these stories

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JustinGtown
    United States8 months ago

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Consistently engaging storytelling from high-profile guests.
High-quality production and thoughtful questions.
Great depth on personal journeys behind culinary success.

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Apple Podcasts
#107
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#81
Germany/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#214
France/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#246
Australia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#13
Ukraine/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#55
Philippines/Arts/Food

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The Family Behind Hollywood's Most Iconic Restaurants Ft. Byron Puck
Q: Tell us about your earliest memories of the culinary world and how they shaped your path.
Byron describes Latkes with his grandfather and father during Hanukkah as an early, formative food memory, which highlighted family tradition and the sense of home that dishes can create. This grounding helped him see cooking as a familial art form and set the stage for his later deep engagement with restaurant culture.
Nancy Silverton Tests Ice Cream Blindfolded
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about how American food has evolved? What is the state of American cuisine and where was it when you started on the scene?
Nancy discusses the evolving American palate, the shift toward simple, high-quality ingredients, and how pioneers like Campanile helped define a more timeless approach to cuisine in Los Angeles, separate from fleeting trends.
Ben Shenassafar is a Fan of Thick Burgers
Q: What advice do you have for young people feeling uncool?
Be patient, trust your gut and give yourself grace while finding your identity.
Ben Shenassafar is a Fan of Thick Burgers
Q: What is your vision for The Benjamin?
I wanted to create a cozy restaurant with great food, cocktails, and a community-focused atmosphere.
Ali Kolbert Wants a Bite of Rain
Q: What advice do you have for young people that look at you and they're like, oh, I want to do what she's doing?
You just have to do it. Get on stage and just fuck up on stage.

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A collection of intimate, conversation-driven interviews with high-profile chefs, restaurateurs, and hospitality leaders. Conversations probe childhood meals, personal memories, and the pivotal moments that shaped each guest's creative path, team culture, and business philosophy. Episodes blend craft, cuisine, and industry insights—from sourcing and mentorship to branding, labor practices, and path-breaking concepts—offering practical takeaways for aspiring chefs, operators, and food enthusiasts who care about lives behind legendary dishes. A notable strength is the deep-dive, storytelling approach that humanizes renowned figures while surface-level business topics are tied to personal narrative and community impact, making the show both in... more

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Recent guests on Chef's Table: Talks include:

1. Christopher Abel Alameda
2. Gilberto Cetina
3. Byron Puck
4. Mason Rosenthal
5. Lily Rosenthal
6. Justin Pichetrungsi
7. Maxwell Reis
8. Jeremy Fall

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