The Ultimate Dish Podcast Episodes 2023

Ragnar Fridriksson 47 Minutes

Chefs Without Borders: Ragnar Fridriksson on Building a Global Culinary Network

Ragnar Fridriksson, Managing Director of the World Association of Chefs’ Societies, talks about building a global network of culinarians.

December 19, 2023
Gina Homolka 44 Minutes

The ‘Skinnytaste’ Formula: How Gina Homolka Built a Food Blog That Reaches Millions

Gina Homolka, founder of “Skinnytaste,” shares her secret to creating healthy recipes and how she grew her food blog to attract millions.

December 5, 2023
David Wiens 59 Minutes

The “Winning” Mindset in High-Stakes Competitions

David Wiens, a former professional cross-country mountain biker, chats about his winning mindset in high-stakes situations.

November 21, 2023
Les Misfits d'Escoffier 73 Minutes

Les Misfits d’Escoffier: From Culinary Class Assignments to Lifelong Friendships

Les Misfits d'Escoffier, a virtual student group, shares how they created a true community and found a sense of belonging in culinary school.

November 7, 2023
Jocelyn Delk Adams 42 Minutes

Jocelyn Delk Adams on the Artistry of Soulful Baking

Jocelyn Delk Adams, cookbook author and TV personality, talks about how to honor family cooking traditions and craft soulful recipes.

October 24, 2023
Chad White 50 Minutes

Chad White’s Voyage from the U.S. Navy to Top Chef

Chad White, Navy veteran, chats about food service career opportunities for military personnel and his journey to becoming an award-winning chef.

October 10, 2023
John Lehndorff 50 Minutes

Palates & Prose: A Day in the Life of a Professional Food Writer

John Lehndorff, food writer, radio host, and pie enthusiast, shares his approach to covering local food scenes and a glimpse inside his daily life.

September 26, 2023
Dan Pelosi 46 Minutes

‘Don’t Yuck My Yum’ – GrossyPelosi Shares the Meaning Behind his Philosophy

Dan Pelosi, creative behind GrossyPelosi, chats about building an authentic community, his “don’t yuck my yum” philosophy, and new cookbook “Let’s Eat.”

September 12, 2023
Nisha Vora 42 Minutes

Why “Rainbow Plant Life” Founder Nisha Vora Ditched Law for Food Blogging

Nisha Vora, Founder of Rainbow Plant Life and cookbook author, shares why she left her career as a lawyer to pursue a full-time vegan blogging business.

August 29, 2023
Iliana Regan 47 Minutes

Beyond the Michelin Stars: Chef Iliana Regan’s Transition to the Great Outdoors

Iliana Regan, self-taught chef and owner of Milkweed Inn, discusses why she left Michelin kitchens to come back to her foraging roots.

August 15, 2023
Danielle Sepsy 57 Minutes

Fearless in the Kitchen: The Story of “The Big Brunch” Finalist Danielle Sepsy

Danielle Sepsy, chef and owner behind The Hungry Gnome, shares how she overcame her fears on HBO Max’s “The Big Brunch.”

July 25, 2023
Brian Malarkey 54 Minutes

Celebrity Chef Brian Malarkey: The “Key” to Award-Winning Restaurants

Top Chef Finalist Brian Malarkey shares how to launch award-winning restaurant concepts and master the “art of food parties.”

July 11, 2023
Dr. Terrell Strayhorn 63 Minutes

The Power of Belonging: Dr. Terrell Strayhorn on the Key to Student Success

Dr. Terrell Strayhorn, American scholar, professor, and CEO, shares the secret key to student success and how to become a mindful leader.

June 20, 2023

Why Lou Malnati’s Is The Ultimate Deep Dish Pizza in America

Rick Malnati and Jean Malnati Miller share how Lou Malnati's Pizzeria became Chicago’s best-known pizza chain in America.

June 6, 2023
Gaby Dalkin 32 Minutes

How Celebrity Influencer Gaby Dalkin Grew A Food Media Empire

Gaby Dalkin, celebrity food blogger behind What’s Gaby Cooking, shares how she grew her digital food media empire and personal brand from scratch.

May 23, 2023
Peter McQuaid 30 Minutes

A 25-Year-Old Culinary Prodigy’s Rise to Fame through Networking

Peter McQuaid, the 25-year-old Executive Chef of Cala, discusses mentors who shaped his career and why networking is his secret tool to success.

May 9, 2023
Bryan Dayton 40 Minutes

Award-Winning Mixologist Bryan Dayton Unveils Major Cocktail Trends

Bryan Dayton, award-winning mixologist, entrepreneur, and ultramarathoner, shares how he launched a restaurant group and the major cocktail trends today.

April 25, 2023
Francois de Melogue 41 Minutes

“People Eat Results, Not Methods”- A Concept Every Chef Should Know

Francois de Melogue, chef and cookbook author, chats about overcoming career obstacles and what “people eat results, not methods” actually means.

April 11, 2023
James Porter 49 Minutes

What “Risk-Taking” Can Do For Your Culinary Career

James Porter, Arizona-based chef and business owner, discusses how risk-taking and innovation can boost your culinary career.

March 14, 2023
Jayson Simons-Jones 48 Minutes

Tough Terrain and the Power of a Growth Mindset

Jayson Simons-Jones, outdoor educator and CEO, chats about the power of learning something new and being able to apply it immediately.

February 28, 2023
Jeffrey Saad 46 Minutes

Celebrity Chef Jeffrey Saad on Building a Career Doing What You Love

Jeffrey Saad, chef, entrepreneur, and television host, discusses how to follow your “culinary curiosity” and let passion guide your career decisions.

January 31, 2023
Patrick Nuzzo 41 Minutes

Naprapathy: The Life-Changing Wellness Treatment You’ve Never Heard Of

Patrick Nuzzo, doctor and nutritionist, discusses the art of naprapathy—an alternative healing technique used to get the body to function at an optimum level.

January 17, 2023
Nikhil Abuvala 43 Minutes

“Breaking Bread” – The Secret to an Immersive Restaurant Experience

Nikhil Abuvala, restaurant owner, discusses how to create immersive culinary experiences and a restaurant ambience of “breaking bread.”

January 3, 2023
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