Explore every episode of the podcast Behind the Plate
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| Chef Will Grant | 17 Jul 2024 | 00:36:51 | |
Chef Will Grant is the world pizza champion - so, if youāre looking for the best pizza tips toppings and secretsā¦ youāre in the right spot. Chef Will is the owner and head chef of thatās a some pizza - a pizza restaurant located in Bainbridge Island that uses a 120 year old sourdough starter for the crust.. and yes, itās kept people coming back for 120 yearsā¦In our conversation, we chat about how his sourdough journey all started, how sourdough took him across the world, and what it was like cooking in his multiple appearances at the world pizza championshipsā¦Ā Ā Learn More About Chef Will & Connect with Him on Socials
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| Chef Noel Cunningham | 10 Jul 2024 | 00:44:54 | |
Chef Noel Cunningham is a multi-award-winning chef, cookbook author, and on-air personalty with an AMAZING food POV. If youāre looking to bring a lilā Jamaican spice to your home in an accessible & entertaining way - Chef Noel is your guy. In this episode, we chat all about Jamaican food culture, his experience moving from Jamaicaā> northern Manitoba ā> Toronto, the inspiration behind his cookbook (ā¦and whatās coming in his next cookbook!), and much moreā¦Ā Learn More About Chef Noel & Connect with Him on Socials
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| A Young Chef with the Biggest Heart - Chef Maddy Goldberg | 01 May 2024 | 00:47:40 | |
I met Chef Maddy a few years back when she was just getting started on Insta - and I was blown awayyyy by her creativity, passion for flavour, and (quite honestly) she has the BIGGEST heart when it comes to sharing food and making a real difference in the community.Ā Ā I was so excited to chat with her about her experiences as a woman in the restaurant industry, her āentryā to the culinary world, and what she loves most about sharing her food with others.Ā Ā She has some pretty incredible stories - and Iād love for you to have a listen. Thank you so much to Chef Maddy for joining me & chatting all-things-food!Ā Ā Follow Chef Maddy on Instaā¦Ā
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| The Master of Knife Skills: Diving into the Journey of Food with Chef Wallace (aka "SixPackChef") | 24 Apr 2024 | 00:51:45 | |
Ahhhhh - folks... I just chatted with CHEF WALLACE - though, you probably know him best as SixPackChef (@w2sixpackchef) on TikTok and Instagram. In this conversation, we dive deeper into the food stories, memories, and experiences that have shaped Wallace into the chef he is today. From chopping ginger with his grandparents to working in some of the most esteemed restaurants in Toronto to inspiring generations upon generations to "eat good, look good, and live great" - this guy is truly incredible. His passion for food is crystal-clear in all that he does - so, if you haven't done so already, check him out (and connect with him!) via socials...
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| For the Love of Food, Travel, and Culture with Chef Erica Karbelnik | 17 Apr 2024 | 00:44:59 | |
As a woman in the culinary world, I have always looked up to other strong women in the industry - Chef Erica being one of them, hands down. She has such a strong passion for food, for unique flavours, for ātasting the globeā, and for sharing her love through food.Ā Ā In this podcast, we really dive deeper into her experiences with food across the globe, her cultural background (part Polish, part Moroccan, part Israeli), and some of the wild flavour combinations sheās created for guests. Thank you SO much to Chef Erica for joining me and sharing your incredible food story <3Ā Ā Follow Chef Erica (and Her Husband Josh) & Learn About Their Catering Group (Karbs Catering!) Here...
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| Chef Marc Murphy | 08 Apr 2024 | 00:36:41 | |
Chef Marc Murphy isĀ one of New Yorkās most celebrate chefs - and, one of my greatest culinary inspirations. His culinary knowledge and experiences paired with his drive to encourage others to cook for mental & physical wellbeing makes Chef Marc an inspirational Chef who has made an impactful mark (pun intended hehe) on the world of food. It's not too surprising if the name sounds familiar to you... Chef Marc has appeared on Tournament of Champions, Guys Grocery Games, Guyās Ranch Kitchen, Beat Bobby Flay, The Today Show, Good Morning America, and many more shows and podcastsā¦ Behind the scenes, Chef Marc has been involved in some incredible community reach out projects including the Culinary Diplomacy Project, the World Center Kitchen, and is involved with City Harvest, Share our Strengthās No Kid Hungry Campaign, and Braintrust, and more.Ā Follow Chef Marc's tasty adventures by clicking these links or searching the social media handles...
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| Chef Matt Ravenscroft (aka: "TheDirtyRaven") | 03 Jul 2024 | 00:44:18 | |
Matt Ravenscroft (aka "TheDirtyRaven") is the KING of vegetables - or shall I say, the "Bob Ross of Vegetables". Matt brings such a fun & bright light to the world of veggies - helping you to build confidence cooking with them & learn how to create incredible flavours with fresh & local produce. In his words, Matt shares his tips, tricks, and best "vegetable recipes so you'll eat your damn veggies". Tune into our conversation to learn how his love for veggies all started (the story will surprise you...), the ingredients in his signature salad, and much more.Ā Ā Learn More About Matt & Connect with Him on Socials
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| Chef Jesse Vallins | 26 Jun 2024 | 00:41:09 | |
Jesse Vallins is the executive chef of Barberianās Steakhouse in TORONTO ON. Starting out as a musician, Jesse eventually transferred his love for arts into the culinary world - cooking up some of the best steaks in Toronto. But - it doesnāt stop there - Jesse also loves the world of food and beverage pairingsā¦ Specifically, BEER and food pairings! Tune into our conversation to learn how his journey began, how Barberianās prepares the best steak in Toronto, and why beer pairs better with cheese than wine doesā¦ Ā Learn More About Jesse & Connect with Chef Jesse on Socials
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| Ryan Hinkson (@eatfamous) | 19 Jun 2024 | 00:41:05 | |
Ryan Hinkson is the creator (and, might I say, the "genius") behind @eatfamous. You've probably seen his WILD food adventures on Instagram - and if not, I highly suggest you pop on over to see what he's up to. Ryan's food stories are always shared from a perspective of love, care, and fun. He went through his own journey with food towards a space of nourishment & positivity - and now, he passes along his passion for the culinary world through his @eatfamous instagram account. In our conversation we talk about everything from how he grew up around food, to his first "out-of-the-box food experience", to his travels across the globe & favourite comfort foods from Barbados - and much more.Ā Connect with Ryan Hinkson
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| Chef Nayeem Ashraf | 12 Jun 2024 | 00:50:31 | |
Chef Nayeem Ashraf is the CEO of SHINEE Culinary School in Bangladesh (SHINEE stands for School of Hospitality and Integrated Education Epicenter). His passion for food, culinary arts, supporting youth in their learning & development, and using food as something to empower and lift other people UP is so inspiring. In our conversation we talk about everything from how he grew up around food, to his first experiences in the kitchen, learning how to cook with his roommate, food in Asian countries - and much more.Ā Connect with Chef Nayeem Ashraf
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| Chef CoreyBelle | 29 May 2024 | 01:02:54 | |
Chef CoreyBelle Earling is a Florida-based private chef and former private chef for the GOAT - Tiger Woods! While you may also recognize her from Hellās Kitchen, Chef Corey Belle has SO many more experiences to share. From travelling across the globe, to working in food styling, to serving at restaurants in Australia & Asia, to becoming a private chef in a beautiful Florida Townā¦ Corey Belle has so much to share - and I, for one, am so excited to dive right inā¦ Ā Connect with Corey Belle & Follow Her Cooking Hereā¦
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| Chef Romain Avril | 22 May 2024 | 00:47:13 | |
Chef Romain Avril is a French-Born chef based in Toronto. His sustainable approach to food features a delicious array of vegetables and local produce - transformed into dishes that are fun & unexpected! You may have seen him as a judge on Food Network Canadaās Top Chef, on Instagram/TikTok or on his YouTube Channel. In this conversation, we dive deeper into his journey from France to Canada, his farm-to-table approach to food and his passion for gastronomy (which, personally, I find to be fascinating!). Ā Connect with Chef Romain & Watch Him in Action Hereā¦
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| Chef Elizabeth Falkner | 15 May 2024 | 00:47:27 | |
Chef Elizabeth Falkner is yet another chef who has been a huge inspiration for my culinary journey. Her creativity, passion for culinary arts, kindness and happiness in the kitchen, and her ability to transform whole foods into the most delicious meals is incredible. Our conversation covers everything from her Apple TV Film "Sorry We're Closed"...to some of her travels around the world... to her childhood with food... to her new brand T'maro... and much more!Ā Connect with Chef Elizabeth Falkner Here...
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| A World of Food with Simon Majumdar | 08 May 2024 | 00:49:09 | |
Simon Majumdar is a food author and traveller. He has written three books, appeared on many Food Network Shows, and is the host of the popular food podcast: "Eat My Globe". Ā Simon has been a huge inspiration in my personal food writing and podcasting journey - and I was thrilled to have the opportunity to chat with him about his food culture experiences, future travel plans, and greatest food memories. He has a depth of knowledge and has the biggest passion for exploring the history & culture of food.Ā Ā I have a hunch you'll love this episode... Ā Connect with Simon for more Food Culture & Food History Content!Ā
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| Chef Joe Woodhouse | 02 Apr 2025 | 00:51:06 | |
Chef Joe Woodhouse is a chef-turned-food-photographer who is (admittedly) a wizard with veggies and with his camera. Chef Joe is the author of two veggie-based cookbooks - "Your Daily Veg" and "More Daily Veg" - and, his work and recipes have been featured in a number of magazines and publications. In our conversation, we chat about everything from how he grew up with food, to how to BOOST the flavours of your meals (with ease), and (of course) how to cook with VEG!Ā Ā Learn More About Chef Joe & Connect with Him on Socials
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| Chef Mel Asseraf | 26 Mar 2025 | 00:40:36 | |
Chef Mel Asseraf is not just a one time championā¦ she is a two time champion of Food Networkās Chopped - a show I grew up watching and playing in my own kitchen. Quite honestly, anyone who can make duck liver "work" in a dessert is an inspiration to meā¦ Today, Chef Mel is a cookbook author, and the CEO of her own company - Bake it with Mel. In our conversation we chat about everything from how her journey started, to what it was like to study pastry in Paris, and she reveals a few key baking tips that you can take with you into your kitchen. Melās way of teaching totally opened my eyes to the endless possibilities of baking. I am SO excited not only to try her recipes and grab her book, but also to see what she does next. Ā Learn More About Chef Mel & Connect with Her on Socials
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| Melissa Levin | 12 Mar 2025 | 00:35:17 | |
Melissa Levin is a home cook and food content creator based in Baltimore, MD. She focusses on made-from-scratch food with the freshest ingredients (and... a whole lot of sourdough, of course). Since our chat - which was back in September 2024, Mel has left her full-time job to fully embrace her passion for cooking & dive all-in to her content creating business! As a fellow entrepreneur in the food space, I am sooo excited for Mel and inspired by her journey, her passion, and her energy. And, I canāt wait for you all to meet her through our chat.Ā Ā Learn More About Melissa & Connect with Her on Socials
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