Dave and Chris talk about knowing when a dish is ready to be put on the menu. Chris then interviews Ben Shewry of Attica in Melbourne, Australia, and they talk about their years of friendship, kitchen culture, and Ben's obsessive pursuit of perfection. Dave and Chris finish the episode with a gauntlet being thrown and a future challenge promised.
Host: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Guests: Ben Shewry
Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino
Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer
Editor: Stefano Sanchez
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1:26:00
Being Competitive With Aisha Ibrahim
Dave and Chris introduce their guest today, Aisha Ibrahim, and discuss her importance in today's culinary world. They are then joined by Aisha to talk about her storied career with some of the most important modern culinary figures, her transition from the basketball court to the kitchen, and being crazy and competitive enough to work in food. They finish with two Ask Daves.
Host: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Guests: Aisha Ibrahim
Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino
Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer
Editor: Stefano Sanchez
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1:38:22
Wine-ing Down With Justin Pichetrungsi and Ian Krupp
Dave sits down with Anajak Thai owner/chef Justin Pichetrungsi and sommelier Ian Krupp to deep-dive into wine. In a conversation that flows as freely as its subject, the trio talk wine from a variety of angles: how to order it in a restaurant, the job of a sommelier, Majordomo-ing wine, and how to bring wine literacy back. Join for the education and fun, stay for the actual sabrage of a wine bottle—on a podcast.
Host: Dave Chang
Guests: Justin Pichetrungsi and Ian Krupp
Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino
Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer
Editor: Stefano Sanchez
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2:13:03
Seed Oils with Dr. Selina Wang
Dave and Chris start by musing on chopsticks and salad, as well as accidentally parroting someone's accent back at them. They then take on the hot topic of seed oils with expert Dr. Selina Wang. Dave and Chris finish with a MOIF on froyo, the ice cream cone, and mean children playing online chess.
Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Guest: Dr. Selina Wang
Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino
Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer
Editor: Stefano Sanchez
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1:25:18
Talking Tariffs With Neil Blumenthal
In this episode, Dave and Chris start off with some musings about artichokes and theorize about the potential untold Chinese influence on Italian cuisine. They then have an informative conversation with Warby Parker cofounder and co-CEO Neil Blumenthal about the current U.S. tariffs. Dave and Chris finish with an MOIF concerning the tariffs' potential effects on food in America, Parmesan Reggiano, and more.
Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Guest: Neil Blumenthal
Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino
Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer
Editor: Stefano Sanchez
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Dave Chang has a few questions. Besides being the chef of the Momofuku restaurants and the creator and host of Netflix’s 'Ugly Delicious,' Dave is an avid student and fan of sports, music, art, film, and, of course, food. In ranging conversations that cover everything from the creative process to his guest’s guiltiest pleasures, Dave and a rotating cast of smart, thought-provoking guests talk about their inspirations, failures, successes, fame, and identities.