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#8 Knowing Your Path and Sticking to it with Jason Balestrieri
Join Simon Zatyrka of Culinary Mechanic in this engaging conversation with Jason Balestrieri, a restaurant chef with a wealth of experience, who shares his journey from his humble beginnings as a teenager in Milwaukee...
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The Power of Storytelling: Transcending the Role of Chef with Jensen Cummings
Join us in this episode as Chef Journeys takes an unexpected turn with guest Jensen Cummings, who has not only transcended the chef role but has ventured into the world of media and marketing. Jensen shares his...
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Simon's Journey: Vol. 2
Chef Simon reflects on the whirlwind years he spent cooking in Santa Barbara and Los Angeles, from the high-pressure kitchens of the Four Seasons to the celebrity-filled chaos of the Viceroy Hotel. He recounts his...
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Simon's Journey: Vol. 1
Embark on a riveting episode of Chef Journeys as Simon, aka the Culinary Mechanic, steps into the spotlight to share the remarkable tale of his culinary expedition. From his humble beginnings as a 17-year-old garnish...
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The Epic Odyssey of a Certified Master Chef with Tom Griffiths
Join us in this captivating episode as Certified Master Chef Tom Griffiths shares the inspiring story of his culinary journey, from the glamorous kitchens of Le Cirque to the intense challenges of earning the...
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From Grandma's Kitchen to Stadium Chef with Gilda Sanchez-Menick
In this captivating episode of Chef Journeys, host Simon Zatyrka is joined by the remarkable Gilda Sanchez Menick, an expert in the art of feeding crowds. From banquets to catering and grand events, Gilda shares her...
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A Chronicle of a Private Chef with Joe Oliveira
In this episode of Chef Journeys, host Simon Zatyrka explores the fascinating world of private chefs with guest Joe Oliveira, a seasoned private chef with a journey that spans the restaurant industry to private...
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The Rise of the Farm Chef with Seth Fernald
In this captivating episode of Chef Journeys,
Simon Zatyrka engages in an insightful conversation with Chef Seth Fernald, the
resident chef of Oxbow Farm and Conservation Center in Carnation, Washington.
The episode...
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