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Chefs Without Restaurants Podcast

Join Chris Spear as he interviews food and beverage entrepreneurs who've taken a unique path in the culinary world. His guests include caterers, research chefs, personal chefs, cookbook authors, food truck operators, farmers, and more – all individuals who've paved their own way in the culinary world. With over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, including his own personal chef business, Perfect Little Bites, Chris is dedicated to helping others grow and succeed in the food and beverage industry. Tune in to hear their inspiring stories and valuable insights on the road less traveled in the food and beverage industry.

  1. Chef David Burke on Creativity, Craftsmanship and Culinary Innovation

    1 DAY AGO

    Chef David Burke on Creativity, Craftsmanship and Culinary Innovation

    Send us a textIn this episode of Chefs Without Restaurants, host Chris Spear sits down with renowned chef David Burke, a trailblazer in modern American cuisine. Burke discusses his journey from a young chef leading kitchens in New York City to building a restaurant empire and pioneering culinary innovations like his patented dry-aging process. The conversation dives deep into the balance between craftsmanship and running a successful business, the evolution of fine dining, and the importance ...

    33 min
  2. Balancing Passion, Profit, and Culinary Innovation in the Restaurant Industry with Chef Michael Gulotta

    19 SEPT

    Balancing Passion, Profit, and Culinary Innovation in the Restaurant Industry with Chef Michael Gulotta

    Send us a textIn this episode of Chefs Without Restaurants, host Chris Spear talks with Chef Michael Gulotta, the chef-owner behind New Orleans hotspots MoPho, Maypop, and the newly opened Italian restaurant, Tana. Michael shares his journey from attending culinary school to working at Restaurant August, and eventually opening his own restaurants.The discussion delves into the complexities of the restaurant industry, including the financial and operational challenges of running multiple estab...

    56 min
  3. Reimagining Hungarian Cuisine with Chef Jeremy Salamon of Agi’s Counter

    12 SEPT

    Reimagining Hungarian Cuisine with Chef Jeremy Salamon of Agi’s Counter

    Send us a textIn this episode of Chefs Without Restaurants, host Chris Spear sits down with Jeremy Salamon, the talented chef behind Agi’s Counter in Brooklyn and author of the newly released cookbook, Second Generation. Jeremy, a second-generation Hungarian Jew, has made waves in the culinary world, earning accolades like a James Beard Award nomination and a spot on Bon Appetit's Best New Restaurants list in 2022.Jeremy shares his journey from working in some of New York’s finest kitchens, t...

    48 min
  4. From Punk Drummer to Vegan Private Chef: Aaron Elliott’s Culinary Journey

    5 SEPT

    From Punk Drummer to Vegan Private Chef: Aaron Elliott’s Culinary Journey

    Send us a textIn this episode of Chefs Without Restaurants, host Chris Spear speaks with Aaron Elliott, a vegan chef with a unique background in punk music. Aaron shares his journey from being a drummer in various bands to becoming a private chef for high-profile clients like Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker and director James Cameron. In addition to being a private chef, Aaron recently launched his own vegan meal delivery service, Meal Ticket, in Los Angeles. They discuss the intersections be...

    58 min
  5. Exploring Landrace Heirloom Grains & Sustainable Farming | Glenn Roberts of Anson Mills

    29 AUG

    Exploring Landrace Heirloom Grains & Sustainable Farming | Glenn Roberts of Anson Mills

    Send us a textIn this episode of Chefs Without Restaurants, Chris Spear is joined by Glenn Roberts, the founder of Anson Mills, a company renowned for its dedication to preserving landrace crops and advancing sustainable farming practices. Glenn shares his fascinating journey from a career in restaurant design and management to becoming a passionate advocate for biosecurity and traditional farming methods.Topics Discussed:The Importance of Landrace Crops: A deep dive into what landrace crops ...

    1h 21m
  6. The Business of Food Content Creation with Preppy Kitchen’s John Kanell

    22 AUG

    The Business of Food Content Creation with Preppy Kitchen’s John Kanell

    Send us a textIn this episode of Chefs Without Restaurants, Chris Spear continues his conversation from last week with John Kanell of Preppy Kitchen. Part 1 of their conversation can be found here. John's a former middle school teacher turned cooking personality, and currently has more than 10 million followers across all online platforms. In this episode, John provides valuable insights for those looking to transition into food content creation, including tips on lighting, styling, and...

    16 min
  7. Super Easy Recipes with Preppy Kitchen's John Kanell - Part 1

    13 AUG

    Super Easy Recipes with Preppy Kitchen's John Kanell - Part 1

    Send us a textIn this episode of Chefs Without Restaurants, Chris Spear sits down with John Kanell of Preppy Kitchen for part 1 of their discussion. John's a former middle school teacher turned cooking personality. They discuss John's new cookbook Preppy Kitchen Super Easy, which is filled with quick, family-friendly recipes. The conversation covers the challenges and joys of cooking with kids, how to make time-saving meals at home, and the transition from teaching in a classroom to teaching ...

    32 min
  8. Navigating Client Communication and Building Authentic Brands with Meghan Kix of BeeCat Creative - Part 2

    9 AUG

    Navigating Client Communication and Building Authentic Brands with Meghan Kix of BeeCat Creative - Part 2

    Send us a textIn this episode of Chefs Without Restaurants, Chris Spear sits down with Meghan Kix for part 2 of their discussion on marketing and branding. You can find part 1 here. Meghan's a marketing and branding specialist who's worked with major brands like Flying Dog Brewery, and now runs her own full-service creative agency, BeeCat Creative. They explore how to effectively manage client expectations, the importance of automating processes to save time, and how to strike a balance ...

    41 min
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About

Join Chris Spear as he interviews food and beverage entrepreneurs who've taken a unique path in the culinary world. His guests include caterers, research chefs, personal chefs, cookbook authors, food truck operators, farmers, and more – all individuals who've paved their own way in the culinary world. With over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, including his own personal chef business, Perfect Little Bites, Chris is dedicated to helping others grow and succeed in the food and beverage industry. Tune in to hear their inspiring stories and valuable insights on the road less traveled in the food and beverage industry.

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  • Creator
    The Chefs Without Restaurants Network
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2024
  • Episodes
    244
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Chefs Without Restaurants
  • Show Website
    Chefs Without Restaurants

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