
Emmy Winner, International Acclaimed Journalist, Executive Producer, Food & Travel Lover, and Creator of the Beloved show “Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives” David Page takes us deep into the world of chefs, restaurateurs, and everything “foodie” from the nationally and internationally awarded to the locally loved on Culinary Characters Unlocked. New episode every Tuesday.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 118 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Mesmerized by the chefs see saw on TV, chef Melissa Perello fell in love with cooking as a child. Her mom still talks about the leg of lamb she made from a cooking show recipe when she was 8 years old! After attending the Culinary Institute of Americ... more
Their Washington state restaurant boasts of doing farm to table since 1986 and is credited with helping define Pacific Northwest Cuisine. It even has its own farm, and what they don’t grow there they get from a network of trusted local producers and ... more
Chef Ana Sortun knew as a teenager that she wanted to cook. At 16 she decided to move to France for culinary school. It changed her life. But so did another trip many years later, to Turkey, where she found her true culinary passion. At her Boston a... more
James Beard Award winning chef and restaurateur Spike Gjerde has totally re-thought the way restaurants ought to be feeding us. He’s obsessed with doing things his way, building a restaurant group to pursue that passion. And by the way, his food is t... more
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The show centers on the human stories, philosophies, and career journeys behind top chefs, restaurateurs, and culinary innovators. Across episodes, listeners hear candid discussions about sourcing, sustainability, mentorship, and the economics of running high-profile concepts, often weaving in personal history, cultural influences, and the creative rituals that shape menu development. Notable throughlines include a commitment to local ingredients, bold yet thoughtful cooking, and leadership insights for hospitality professionals. The format often blends practical culinary wisdom with broader industry observations, making it useful for aspiring guests, restaurant teams, and brands seeking authentic, expertise-driven storytelling in the food ... more
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