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In the Weeds Podcast with Chef Spike Mendelsohn

Celebrity Chef Spike Mendelsohn
Restaurant Industry
Food Policy
DC Central Kitchen
Sustainability
Culinary Arts
Chef Spike Mendelsohn
Baking
Dolcezza Gelato
Entrepreneurship
Community Service
Just Ice Tea
Cuban Cuisine
Comfort Food
Representation In Culinary Arts
Mental Health
Culinary Training
Italian Cuisine
Sticky Fingers Bakery
Beyond Meat
PLNT Burger

New Episodes Drop Each Tuesday! Step into the high-pressure world of culinary chaos with Chef Spike Mendelsohn, the relentless renegade of the kitchen, as he serves up a no-holds-barred exploration of the restaurant industry. In this gripping podcast, Spike sits down with fellow chefs, restaurateurs, and industry insiders to dish out the raw chaos and brutal challenges of the industry. From the re... more

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Latest Episodes

This week on In The Weeds Podcast, Spike sits down with Chef Katarina Petonito—the force behind The Duck & The Peach, La Collina, and The Wells. Kat gets real about:

Growing up in Germantown, Maryland with a Filipino mom and Italian dad, and how foo... more

Spike sits down with Chef Juan Manuel Barrientos–better known as Juanma—to trace his wild rise from running a hot dog cart kitchen to leading Elcielo, the first Colombian restaurant to earn a Michelin star. Juanma opens up about hustling through fail... more

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What do fried pepperoni with rice, crunchy instant noodles “cooked” on a dorm-room hot plate, and accidentally eating a whole artichoke leaf have in common? They’re all part of Chef Roy Yamaguchi’s origin story. In this episode, Spike Mendelsohn sits... more

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On episode 17 of  In the Weeds Podcast with Chef Spike Mendelsohn, we’re joined by Chef John Mooney—a true chef’s chef who has worked alongside some of the most renowned names in the restaurant world. From the streets of Chicago to working the line i... more

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Spike Mendelsohn
Host Spike Mendelsohn is known for his dynamic insights and experiences within the culinary world, combining humor with a candid approach to discussing the industry's highs and lows.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • New fave podcast

    Found this from an IG clip and knew I needed to check it out. Love it!!! Can’t wait for more!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Cheleee1
    United States8 months ago

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Many find the insights provided by industry veterans to be both enlightening and inspiring.
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There is a strong admiration for the way the show highlights the realities of the culinary world and the challenges chefs face.

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Muriel Bowser: Mayor of Washington DC
Q: What does food mean to you when you were growing up in D.C.?
Food was casual; the dining experience didn't involve the formal settings I see today. It involved family outings to local eateries like the hot shops.
Muriel Bowser: Mayor of Washington DC
Q: What has happened during your tenure here that you feel that we've become such a hotspot for entrepreneurship?
A big part of it is young people moving into D.C. and trying to enjoy the entire city, thus creating new culinary interests and restaurants.
Muriel Bowser: Mayor of Washington DC
Q: Can you tell me about the Streetery Program?
The Streetery Program was an initiative during COVID that provided over 100 million dollars to local businesses, especially restaurants, to help keep them afloat.
Victor Albisu: Flavor, Family & Self-Discovery
Q: What are your hopes for the industry?
I hope that the industry stays as creative as humanly possible and that derivative things begin to wash away, making space for more heartfelt new ideas.
From Music Dreams to Food Equity: Chef Michel Nischan’s Unexpected Path
Q: What was your background and childhood like?
Nischan explains his farming background and how it influenced his cooking and passion for food.

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A captivating exploration of the restaurant industry unfolds, featuring engaging conversations with chefs, restaurateurs, and culinary insiders who share their raw experiences and challenges in the chaotic world of food service. Each episode presents a blend of triumph and frustration, transporting listeners into the intensity of dinner services and the unpredictability of kitchen life. Unique stories are told, highlighting themes of sustainability, community engagement, and the ever-evolving dynamics within the culinary arts, making it a must-listen for food enthusiasts and industry professionals alike.

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