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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
PLNT Burger
Honest Tea

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

Today we're not just plating one powerhouse chef — we’ve got two. The Voltaggio Brothers sit down with Spike for an episode layered like a perfect terrine: humble beginnings, razor-sharp sibling banter, Michelin-level intensity, and true DMV loyalty.... more

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From slinging ribs in the Philly suburbs to beating Bobby Flay on national TV, Chef Chad Rosenthal has built a career on smoke, soul, and a stubborn refusal to take himself too seriously. In this episode of In The Weeds, Spike and Chad trade stories ... more

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This week on In The Weeds Podcast, Spike sits down with Gísli Grímsson — chef, storyteller, and sustainable saltmaker from the wild Westfjords of Iceland. From a childhood spent on remote puffin islands to hand-harvesting geothermal sea salt, Gísli’s... more

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Spike sits down with Shawn Townsend, President and CEO of the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington — aka the guy making sure the DMV’s food scene doesn’t burn out under pressure. Shawn has seen DC from every side of the line — behind the... more

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Recent Guests

Gísli Grímsson
Chef, food activist, restaurateur, and sustainable salt maker in the Westfjords
Saltverk
Episode: Salt of the Earth: From Puffins to Pure Flakes with Gísli Grímsson of Saltverk
David Guas
Culinary expert and chef originally from New Orleans
Owner of Bayou Bakery
Episode: Chef David Guas: Let The Good Times Roll (All the Way to DC)
Katarina Petonito
Chef and owner of three restaurants in D.C.
Episode: Chef Kat Petonito: Take Your Ego Off The Plate
Juan Manuel Barrientos
Chef and owner of El Cielo, known for his innovative Colombian cuisine and commitment to social change.
El Cielo
Episode: Chef Juan Manuel Barrientos: Humility, Hustle & Healing Through Food
Roy Yamaguchi
Culinary expert known for Hawaiian fusion cuisine and owner of the Roy's restaurant chain.
Roy's
Episode: Chef Roy Yamaguchi: Cooking With Aloha (and a side of crunchy noodles)
Scott Drewno
A successful chef, known for his innovative dining concepts and culinary diplomacy.
Fried Rice Collective
Episode: Scott Drewno: Building Careers, Bold Flavors & Hot Takes
Rocco DiSpirito
Celebrated chef, bestselling author and TV personality.
Episode: Rocco DiSpirito: Celebrated Chef, Bestselling Author and TV Personality
Seth Goldman
Co-Founder of Just Ice Tea, PLNT Burger, and Former Chair at Beyond Meat
Just Ice Tea, PLNT Burger, Beyond Meat
Episode: Seth Goldman: Brewing Change, One Brand At A Time
Victor Albisu
Owner of Taco Bamba, award-winning chef, and restaurateur
Taco Bamba
Episode: Victor Albisu: Flavor, Family & Self-Discovery

Host

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 20 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
    5
    Cheleee1
    United States10 months ago

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Many find the insights provided by industry veterans to be both enlightening and inspiring.
Listeners appreciate the candid conversations and infectious enthusiasm displayed in each episode.
There is a strong admiration for the way the show highlights the realities of the culinary world and the challenges chefs face.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#58
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#39
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#88
New Zealand/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#150
Denmark/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#152
Colombia/Arts/Food

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Chef Kat Petonito: Take Your Ego Off The Plate
Q: What do you think is critical for women in the culinary industry?
Women need to surround themselves with a village of support and be open about their challenges in the workplace.
Chef Kat Petonito: Take Your Ego Off The Plate
Q: What does it mean to have a kitchen without ego?
It means focusing on collaboration and evaluating whether a dish is good rather than who made it.
Salt of the Earth: From Puffins to Pure Flakes with Gísli Grímsson of Saltverk
Q: What was the reason for you not wanting to go to culinary school?
Gísli wanted to maintain a social life and feared the all-consuming lifestyle of a chef.
Chef Juan Manuel Barrientos: Humility, Hustle & Healing Through Food
Q: Tell me about your background. Did you grow up with food in your household?
Yes and no. In every community in the world, it has a heritage around their own food. Latinos and Colombians, we love our food and we grow around our tables with our families.
Chef Roy Yamaguchi: Cooking With Aloha (and a side of crunchy noodles)
Q: Can you describe the essence of the Aloha spirit in your cooking?
Roy shares that the Aloha spirit is about sharing, giving, and community, which he tries to infuse into his culinary events and interactions.

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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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1. Gísli Grímsson
2. David Guas
3. Katarina Petonito
4. Juan Manuel Barrientos
5. Roy Yamaguchi
6. Scott Drewno
7. Rocco DiSpirito
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