Chef Stories

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Every great restaurant has a story—and every unforgettable dish begins with one. Chef Stories takes you behind the menu to meet the chefs, discover the inspiration behind their signature dishes, and hear the stories that bring every plate to life. Presented by Upstate International.

Episodes

  1. Sep 17

    Chef Stories: Dayna Lee-Márquez

    Every great restaurant has a story—and every unforgettable dish begins with one. Welcome to Chef Stories, a new podcast taking you behind the menu. Our first episode features Comal 864. Meet Chef Dayna Lee-Márquez, discover the inspiration behind the restaurant’s signature dishes, and hear the stories that bring every plate to life. Dayna Lee-MárquezComal 864 • Mexican-American Born and raised in the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas, Dayna Lee-Márquez grew up surrounded by the bold Mexican-American flavors she describes as the cuisine of the Borderlands. After moving to Greenville, she began sharing those flavors through brewery pop-ups in 2019 before opening the doors to Comal 864 in 2021. Her distinctive approach to South Texas cuisine has earned national recognition, including a 2023 James Beard Award Semifinalist nod for Best Chef: Southeast, and in 2025, Comal 864 was named one of USA Today's Best Restaurants of the Year. #yeahthatgreenville #upstateinternational #chefstories #comal864

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Every great restaurant has a story—and every unforgettable dish begins with one. Chef Stories takes you behind the menu to meet the chefs, discover the inspiration behind their signature dishes, and hear the stories that bring every plate to life. Presented by Upstate International.

Information

  • Creator
    Upstate International
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    1
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Upstate International
  • Show Website
    Chef Stories