Send us Fan Mail This episode of the Chef JKP Podcast features Chef Alvin Leung, better known around the world as The Demon Chef, for a conversation about reinvention, ambition, creativity, and the unconventional road that took him from engineering into the highest levels of global gastronomy. Chef James Knight-Paccheco sits down with Alvin, founder of Demo ... Show More
Apr 9
The Chef Who Said No To Engineering And Built An Empire Instead
Send us Fan MailThis episode of the Chef JKP Podcast features Saradhi Dakara, chef and co-founder of Stellar Society, for a conversation about food, identity, entrepreneurship, and what it truly takes to build something of your own from the ground up.Chef James Knight-Paccheco si ... Show More
1h 58m
Apr 2
The Woman Behind Dubai’s Most Viral Food Series | Laura Lai Coughlin
Send us Fan MailThis episode of the Chef JKP Podcast features Laura Lai Coughlin, one of Dubai’s most recognizable voices in food media, for a conversation about food, storytelling, journalism, and the path that took her from family kitchens to the centre of the city’s dining sce ... Show More
1h 57m
Mar 26
Can Friendship Survive Building a Restaurant Together? | Neha Mishra and Panchali Mahendra
Send us Fan MailThis episode of the Chef JKP Podcast brings together two standout names from Dubai’s dining scene for a conversation about friendship, entrepreneurship, hospitality, and building something meaningful in a competitive market.Chef James Knight-Paccheco is joined by ... Show More
1h 31m
Feb 2025
A Pasta Passion Kneading to Get Out at Figulina
In this engaging episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, host Max Trujillo interviews Chef David Ellis of Figulina, a newly nominated James Beard Award contender for Best New Restaurant in America. Chef Ellis shares his journey from Stoke-on-Trent, England, throu ... Show More
54m 24s
Mar 2024
The Chemistry of Spice: Tamasha is now open in Raleigh, NC
In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, Max and Matt dive into the story of Tamasha, North Carolina's latest culinary sensation. They are joined by the restaurant's visionary duo, owner Mike Kathrani and Chef Bhavin Chhatwani. The podcast explores Tamasha ... Show More
1h 6m
Apr 2025
Food is Political | Fadi Kattan
<p>Join us as we welcome renowned chef Fadi Kattan to Tarwida, diving deep into his rich family heritage and unique culinary journey. Fadi shares fascinating stories of his upbringing, the profound influence of his Teta’s kitchen, and his commitment to celebrating Palestinian cui ... Show More
53m 35s
Jan 2025
Chocolate Flan, Cactus Sorbet and Guava Doughnuts: The Amazing World of Mexican Desserts
<p>This week, we taste the sweeter side of Mexican cuisine with chef Fany Gerson. Traveling from Mexico City to Veracruz to Oaxaca, we explore regional confections like chili-flavored paletas and guava and cheese doughnuts. Plus, we take a seat at the Noir Bar with writer and tel ... Show More
51m 2s
Dec 2024
Best of 2024: Food Lies, Veggie Souls, Restaurant Secrets and Favorite Calls
<p>We’re looking back at some of our favorite moments from 2024. We’ll share the surprises—from the secret lives of vegetables, to the underworld of restaurant reservations—and the best culinary advice we received from guests like José Andres and Stella Parks. Plus, Christopher K ... Show More
50m 36s
Apr 2025
How to Get Into ANY Restaurant, Why Michelin Stars Are Nonsense & Building a Billion Dollar Business
YERRR – the guys sat down with Mario Carbone to chop it up about the hustle behind building a restaurant empire. From old-school red sauce joints to celeb-packed hotspots, Mario breaks down the flavors, the business, and the pressure of keeping it all fresh. He talks about Michel ... Show More
2h 35m