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A show about good food, inspiring stories, and deep dive talks featuring the world’s most innovative culinary educators and thought leaders. Join us as we delve into the lives of the amazing people shaping the world of food and drink. Hosted by Chef Kirk T. Bachmann.

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In today’s episode, we welcome Melissa King, Top Chef All-Stars champion, record-breaking competitor, cookbook author, and host of National Geographic’s Tasting Wild.

Melissa shares what changed between her first season of Top Chef and her return to... more

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In today’s episode, we welcome Jacques Pépin, culinary icon, bestselling author, and beloved teacher whose career has shaped generations of cooks around the world.

Jacques looks back on his early apprenticeship in France, his move to the United Stat... more

In today’s episode, we sit down with Alexis Stoudemire, entrepreneur, lifestyle creator, philanthropist, and recent Escoffier graduate.

Alexis opens up about enrolling in culinary school as a deliberate next chapter, not a career reset. She reflects... more

In today’s episode, we sit down with Jennifer Relph, a home baker, mom of four, and former cottage food business owner behind Selah Sweets.

Jen shares how baking became a form of therapy during a challenging season of life and why time in the kitche... more

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Recent Guests

Melissa King
Top Chef All-Star Champion, award-winning chef, television personality, and cookbook author
Chef, author, TV personality
Episode: Top Chef Winner Melissa King: What Changed When I Stopped Holding Back
Jennifer Relph
A former bakery owner and advocate for community building through baking
Selah Sweets
Episode: How a Home Kitchen Became a Source of Healing
Eden Grinshpan
TV food personality, cookbook author, and beloved host of Top Chef Canada
Episode: Eden Grinshpan on Letting Go of Perfection and Cooking with Joy
Matt Kuerbis
Chef instructor and entrepreneur
HYCH
Episode: Heat You Can Handle: How a Chef Turned His Hot Sauce Into a Brand
Charlie Mitchell
James Beard Award-winning executive chef and leader of Saga, a two-star Michelin restaurant.
Saga
Episode: James Beard Winner Charlie Mitchell on Leading Saga After James Kent
Byron Gomez
Executive Chef at Brutø, first Costa Rican chef to receive a Michelin star.
Brutø
Episode: From Burger King to Michelin Star: The BRUTAL Truth About Success with Byron Gomez
Hosea Rosenberg
Award-winning chef, culinary entrepreneur, and owner of Blackbelly and Santo
Episode: Hosea Rosenberg: The Boulder Chef Who Turned New Mexican Roots Into Restaurant Gold
Claudette Zepeda
Award-winning chef, culinary entrepreneur, and social impact advocate
Founder and creative director of Chispa Hospitality
Episode: How Claudette Zepeda Rewrote the Rules—From Single Mom to Entrepreneur
Stefani De Palma
A chef known for leading Team USA to gold at Bocuse d'Or Americas and her work at Addison Restaurant.
Addison Restaurant
Episode: How Chef Stefani De Palma Led Team USA to Gold at Bocuse d’Or Americas

Host

Kirk T. Bachmann
Host and chef known for his expertise and engaging personality, Kirk T. Bachmann brings a wealth of knowledge from his culinary education and experience in the food service industry.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Great podcast and entertaining

    Very enjoyable podcast and is entertaining and informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    No nicknameGiven24
    United States7 months ago
  • Entertaining, informative, relevant, and educational. Love the diversity of topics and people! Encouraging as a culinary professional!

    Audible
    5
    Mark D Wilkinson
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Culinary Podcast!

    Entertaining, informative, relevant, and educational. Love the diversity of topics and people! Encouraging as a culinary professional!

    Audible
    5
    Mark D Wilkinson
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the mix of personal anecdotes and professional advice, creating a well-rounded culinary experience.
Engaging discussions with industry leaders make this show both entertaining and informative.

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Apple Podcasts
#185
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#234
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#88
Brazil/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#168
Taiwan/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#223
Finland/Arts/Food

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​​Jacques Pépin: The Secret Wisdom of a Culinary Legend
Q: When you look back on your career all these years and all these honors, what are you the most proud of?
Bringing people together through food has been the most rewarding aspect of his career.
​​Jacques Pépin: The Secret Wisdom of a Culinary Legend
Q: What do you hope a young cook will take away from your words and your recipes in this book?
The techniques demonstrated are timeless and applicable regardless of cuisine, allowing for effective culinary education for both home cooks and professionals.
​​Jacques Pépin: The Secret Wisdom of a Culinary Legend
Q: What feels like the single most important cooking lesson that has taught you about life?
Cooking brings people together, offering a way to connect beyond political and social differences.
How a Home Kitchen Became a Source of Healing
Q: What advice would you give someone wanting to start their own bakery or business from home?
Just do it! Don't second guess yourself; take the risk if you have the resources to start your business.
How a Home Kitchen Became a Source of Healing
Q: How do you define the therapeutic aspect of baking?
Baking serves as a focused activity that calms her mind and allows her to channel her energy into creating something meaningful.

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1. Melissa King
2. Jennifer Relph
3. Eden Grinshpan
4. Matt Kuerbis
5. Charlie Mitchell
6. Byron Gomez
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8. Claudette Zepeda

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