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The Repertoire Podcast

Justin Khanna
Michelin Guide
Noma
Fine Dining
National Restaurant Association
Restaurant Industry
Food Media
Eleven Madison Park
New York City
Anne Burrell
Michelin Stars
Glp-1
Mcdonald's
Starbucks
René Redzepi
Culinary School
Plant-Based Cuisine
Joshua Weissman
Restaurant Pricing
MAD Symposium
James Beard Awards

Your Repertoire is the most valuable asset in your career. It's the collection of skills, stories, experiences, and lessons you've had to hard-earn in this hospitality industry. What if you could ask some of the best professionals in the world how they built their Repertoire? In this podcast, you can look forward to expert-led interviews by Chef Justin Khanna, breakdowns of news and stories that a... more

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Why does money scare chefs? On this solo episode of the Repertoire Report, Ray Delucci argues that kitchen culture has taught a generation of cooks to fear money. He looks at why "follow your passion, the money will follow" is bad career advice, and ... more

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Is fine dining really dead—or is the restaurant industry simply changing? In this episode, Justin and Ray break down the evolving definition of fine dining, what chefs actually think about today’s biggest food and beverage trends, and the New York Ti... more

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Ray Delucci tackles imposter syndrome head-on — why the restaurant industry bakes it in, how "paying dues" culture holds talented cooks back, and what it cost him personally as a 21-year-old restaurant manager convinced he'd be fired any day. It's a ... more

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Justin Khanna and Ray Delucci break down the week in food and restaurant news, starting with Michelin's new Southwest Guide — a surprisingly... more

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Recent Guests

Eli Sussman
Industry commentator quoted in episode
Episode: Why This City Rejected the Michelin Guide
Namrata Hegde
Food freelancer, writer, food stylist
Independent
Episode: Namrata Hegde on Noma, Staging & Why Kitchen Culture Is Still Broken
Jason Ignacio White
Director of Fermentation at Noma, public critic of Noma's work culture
Noma
Episode: The Noma Abuse Scandal of 2026
Brian Zachary Sparks
Executive chef and operations director for Wandering Vine
Wandering Vine
Episode: Repertoire Report: Restaurants Hold Strong, Virginia Drops Michelin, and Nerds Gummies To The Moon
Alessandra Ciuffo
Culinary content creator and influencer with experience in competitive cooking and food media.
Flavors by Ale
Episode: Alessandra Ciuffo | Food “Unicorns”, Documenting in Kitchens, and Growing Food Media - Ep. 168

Hosts

Justin Khanna
Host of The Repertoire Podcast; focused on industry insights, chef perspectives, and practical guidance for culinary professionals.
Ray DeLucci
Co-host of The Repertoire Podcast; contributes industry analysis, trends, and conversations on restaurant economics and culture.
Ray Daluchi
Co-host on The Repertoire Podcast; provides hospitality expertise and leadership perspectives.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 170 ratings
  • Out of touch on fine dining

    As a listener from the beginning, you completely lost me after the “Should Fine Dining Exist?” episode. I am a chef.

    Ray is so far out of touch with reality on this post. All fine dining kitchens are not abusive. There are plenty of low end kitchens with unprofessional employees. Fine dining is a luxury, not for everyone, it is not meant to be. It provides inspiration for and is enjoyed by many. Fine dining is a goal, something to achieve, a level of precision which fosters pride in those who... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    The Decor Girl
    United States6 months ago
  • Justin is a unique voice with tremendous experience

    This is always an information packed podcast with insights that anyone with any interest in the restaurant world will find informative and entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mike Rapp
    United States10 months ago
  • H

    Christian Puglisi is truly one of the great minds in the industry!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    komaaj
    United States4 years ago
  • Knowledge

    Wowwwww, this dude is a legend. This is some of the best chef/food industry content out there.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AashFarms
    United States5 years ago
  • the best podcast for chefs & cooks

    great info & fun to enjoy and learn from

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mightorr
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners often recommend the show for aspiring chefs and operators seeking real-world guidance.
Audience appreciation for data-driven discussions and timely industry perspectives.
Shows deep industry knowledge and practical takeaways for kitchen and business decisions.
High praise for consistency, insights, and interview quality from a working chef.

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Apple Podcasts
#211
France/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#3
Chile/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#58
Poland/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#73
Chile/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#91
Netherlands/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#94
Sweden/Arts/Food

Talking Points

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Why Chefs Can Benefit From Personal Brands in 2026
Q: How do you see the chef personal-brand trend affecting opportunities for those not at Michelin-starred levels yet?
The hosts suggest that documenting journey, sharing knowledge, and building a loyal audience can create revenue streams beyond traditional accolades, democratizing visibility for many talented chefs.
Repertoire Report: How Influencer Private Chefs Are Gaming The System
Q: How do you look at enabling real-time decision-making?
The host discusses the importance of setting protocols for decision-making to avoid analysis paralysis and ensure everyone is on the same page.
Alessandra Ciuffo | Food “Unicorns”, Documenting in Kitchens, and Growing Food Media - Ep. 168
Q: Alessandra, is culinary school worth it?
It's a personal question, but for me, culinary school was worth it as it helped me build a solid foundation in the culinary field.

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2. Namrata Hegde
3. Jason Ignacio White
4. Brian Zachary Sparks
5. Alessandra Ciuffo

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