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“I started listening to this podcast after reading his latest book — Chefs, Drugs, and Rock n Roll. Both have been an absolute pleasure.
Every few years, I read something that brings depth and structure to something that I could sense, but couldn’t articulate. Andrew’s book did that for me. I had a sense of what had transpired in the restaurant scene in the US during my lifetime. I witnessed the rise of California chefs, could feel the different vibe in east coast and west coast kitchens, could taste the commitment to sourcing, and see the power of celebrity. But I could not tell a concise, tight story that was based on solid evidence. Andrew does that in his book. It has shaped my view of chefs by giving me a taxonomy to understand them. I can look at the food on the plate and connect it to people, places, and events in the past. It’s a thrilling read because it does more than chronicle information - it turns that information into knowledge. I don’t think I’ve felt this way about a food book since I read Michael Pollan’s Omnivore’s Dilemma.
There are thousands more chefs to interview and I hope Andrew never stops. There’s a depth in his conversations that is rarely achieved by the mainstream food publications. Bon Appétit cannot match this content because Adam Rapaport insists on being the co-star of every interview, for example. Adam seeks fame for himself, but Andrew never strays from seeking to get to know a chef’s personal story. Bon Appetit can still do fun 3-minute bits on the best pimento cheese in America or how to clean cast iron pans. I like that, too. Andrew doesn’t do that. He’s all about the long form and thank God for that.”
Hungry in Hinsdale via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/18/18
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“Not a chef but love food and inter workings of chefs. Love to cook and learn from chefs. Would love to here from chefs outside of nyc and Cali. Maybe Austin? Msp?”
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02/17/20
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“Since episode One I’ve enjoyed this podcast more and more. To the point where I’m already re-listening. Can’t wait to see who is next.
Just to add, they just keep getting better.
Another addition: the Justin Hilbert interview was fantastic. Just raw and real and honest. Not a chef I was really...”Read full review »
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United States of America ·
10/19/18
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“If your in the food industry, interested in why food matters, it's history or present day relevance, tune into Andrew's pod. Deeply personal, heartfelt interviews with an incredibly diverse group of guests are well worth listening to.”Read full review »
JamesWayman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/19/20
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