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Kelsey Barnard Clark shares how her upbringing in small town Alabama shaped her as a person and chef and how she uses her garden and seasonal foods to drive her culinary creativity. She shares her thoughts on leaving home to explore the world and her hopes for increased diversity and experiences for her own kids. Kelsey talks about how her formal French training reignited her interest in Southern cooking and why she is typically considered the underdog as a Southern chef. She tells the shocking story of catering a wedding solo at just fifteen years old and how she fosters curiosity for food with her children. Kelsey shares her thoughts on food sourcing and reducing food waste, especially in her own restaurant, and how she knew from a young age that she would be an entrepreneur. She talks about the process of curating recipes for her cookbook and the difficulty of translating traditional family recipes that often are without measurements. Kelsey shares her thoughts on competing in Tournament of Champions and the difficulty of cooking against the clock. She talks about Guy Fieri being their biggest cheerleader and the joy of reuniting with her former castmates for the show. Start Your Free Trial of discovery+: https://www.discoveryplus.com/foodobsessedConnect with the podcast: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/food-network-obsessed-the-official-podcast-of-food-networkFollow Food Network on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodnetworkFollow Jaymee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaymeesireFollow Kelsey Barnard Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/KelseyBarnardClark/Learn More About Tournament of Champions: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/tournament-of-champions Find episode transcript here: https://food-network-obsessed.simplecast.com/episodes/kelsey-barnard-clark-on-why-we-leave-home-small-town-charm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

18 Feb 202246min

Chef Justin Sutherland shares how his Obachan, or grandmother, influenced his love for cooking at a young age and granted his wish for an Easy Bake Oven when he was five years old. He talks about pursuing law school after his undergraduate degree and what ultimately made him pivot to culinary school in Atlanta. Justin talks about the grind of paying his dues early in his career and what he learned when he sold all of his things and moved to Costa Rica for eight months to reset. He reveals what he has learned opening his own restaurant in St. Paul, Minnesota, his advice for aspiring restaurant owners, and what concept he has up his sleeve next. Justin shares his passion for encouraging conversations around social change through his streetwear brand and uplifting minority communities through his nonprofit organization. He recalls his experience competing and winning on Iron Chef and his thoughts on the randomizer after competing on the latest season of Tournament of Champions.Start Your Free Trial of discovery+: https://www.discoveryplus.com/foodobsessedConnect with the podcast: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/food-network-obsessed-the-official-podcast-of-food-networkFollow Food Network on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodnetworkFollow Jaymee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaymeesireFollow Justin Sutherland on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefjustinsutherland/Learn More About Tournament of Champions:Find episode transcript here: https://food-network-obsessed.simplecast.com/episodes/justin-sutherlands-advice-for-burnout-the-perfect-ramen-order  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11 Feb 202228min

Chef Mei Lin talks about her experience growing up in her parents’ Chinese restaurant and how being up-close-and-personal to their work shaped her culinary perspective. She shares her formative experiences in the kitchen working with The Voltaggio Brothers and Wolfgang Puck, her strategy for working your way up the ranks in the kitchen, and who her closest industry confidantes are today. Mei reveals the Southern inspiration behind her latest restaurant concept and the secret to perfect fried chicken before naming her must-have Asian pantry staples. Mei dives into her Food Network series, The Lunar New Year Menu, the symbolic foods that she remembers from her childhood and how she celebrates today in Los Angeles. Start Your Free Trial of discovery+: https://www.discoveryplus.com/foodobsessedConnect with the podcast: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/food-network-obsessed-the-official-podcast-of-food-networkFollow Food Network on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodnetworkFollow Jaymee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaymeesireFollow Mei Lin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meilin21/Learn More About The Lunar New Year Menu: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/the-lunar-new-year-menu Find episode transcript here: https://food-network-obsessed.simplecast.com/episodes/mei-lins-secret-to-crispy-chicken-her-must-have-asian-pantry-staples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4 Feb 202227min

Eric Adjepong talks about growing up in a West African home in New York City and his early food memories. He talks about always having a sense of his career path and why he chose to pursue degrees in nutrition and public health to supplement his culinary knowledge. Eric talks about his decision to focus on West African cuisine while competing on TV and what it means to elevate the foods of his heritage in the culinary world. He reveals how he met his wife and business partner, Janell, and the keys to an intimate dinner party. Eric shares what he is learning so far about becoming an author of a cookbook and the meaning behind its title. He talks about the hallmarks of West African cuisine and the traditional American staples and practices that are influenced by the African diaspora. Eric shares his reaction to being on Food Network’s 2022 Hot List and his experiences filming Alex vs. America with the Iron Chef Alex Guarnascheli. He talks about competing on the latest season of Tournament of Champions and why it is the most difficult food competition show out there. Start Your Free Trial of discovery+: https://www.discoveryplus.com/foodobsessedConnect with the podcast: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/food-network-obsessed-the-official-podcast-of-food-networkFollow Food Network on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodnetworkFollow Jaymee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaymeesireFollow Eric Adjepong on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefericadjepong/Learn More About Alex vs. America: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/alex-vs-america Find episode transcript here: https://food-network-obsessed.simplecast.com/episodes/eric-adjepong-on-bringing-west-african-cuisine-into-the-spotlight Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

28 Jan 202250min

Long-time Chopped judge and chef, Chris Santos, talks about his never-ending quest for the best burger and his current favorite burger style. He talks about the real reason he started working in a kitchen at just thirteen and why he considers himself a “self-taught” chef. Chris shares his favorite parts of opening restaurants and what inspired the bright idea of a working pawn shop at his restaurant, Beauty & Essex. He talks about his passion for family-style dining and his own personal experiences that he will never forget. Chris shares his passion for boxing and what keeps him coming back to the ring, and why he decided to start his own rock music label. He reminisces on his first days on the set of Chopped, the most memorable basket ingredients he’s ever seen, and the exciting new special Chopped: Casino Royale. He finally reveals his favorite boxing movie and the last thing he had to Google. Start Your Free Trial of discovery+: https://www.discoveryplus.com/foodobsessed Connect with the podcast: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/food-network-obsessed-the-official-podcast-of-food-network Follow Food Network on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodnetwork Follow Jaymee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaymeesire Follow Chris Santos on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/santoscooks/Learn More About Chopped: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/chopped Find episode transcript here: https://food-network-obsessed.simplecast.com/episodes/chris-santos-on-chopped-baskets-boxing-smash-burgers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

21 Jan 202241min

Chef Jordan Andino clears up what it means when he was named “hottest chef” and describes what his twenties were like as he was navigating his career. He shares his experiences learning from his father in the kitchen, and the first dish he ever nailed perfectly. Jordan shares how formal culinary education sharpened his business acumen and his thoughts on being a successful chef and entrepreneur. Jordan reveals the meaning behind his restaurant name, Flip Sigi, the hallmarks of Filipino cuisine, and the food staples you will always find in a Filipino home. He then talks about his new Food Network show, Raid the Fridge, and what staples one should always have to throw together a great meal. He talks about his “tough love” approach to judging and if he’s ever had stage fright while filming. Start Your Free Trial of discovery+: https://www.discoveryplus.com/foodobsessed Connect with the podcast: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/food-network-obsessed-the-official-podcast-of-food-network Follow Food Network on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodnetwork Follow Jaymee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaymeesire Follow Jordan Andino on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fork_knife/ Learn More About Raid the Fridge: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/raid-the-fridge Find episode transcript here: https://food-network-obsessed.simplecast.com/episodes/jordan-andino-on-why-you-need-spam-in-your-life-filipino-food-staples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

14 Jan 202245min

Mayday! Mayday! The chefs and foodies are stranded on a desert island with nothing but an appetite, and they're sharing the one dish they simply can't live without.Episode content:Alex Guarnaschelli brings along her must-have paella from Black Bull in Chicago.Duff Goldman turns to an irresistible doughnut from Baltimore's Paradise Donuts.Monti Carlo goes with pork chop from La Fabrica Central in Cambridge, MA.Simon Majumdar shares his favorite sandwich from Ma’am Sir in Los Angeles, CA.Katie Pix goes with fancy latkes from Baz Bagel in New York, NY.Dan Langan’s desert dish is a chicken cheesesteak from Antonella’s Italian Kitchen in Bryn Mawr, PAWolfgang Puck chooses one dessert above all others from Angelini Osteria in Los Angeles.Listen to The Best Thing I Ever Ate from Food Network wherever you get your podcasts. Find episode transcript here: https://food-network-obsessed.simplecast.com/episodes/the-best-thing-i-ever-ate-desert-island Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7 Jan 202217min

Hear from your favorite Food Network stars about America's best dishes that just might burst your buttons.Episode content:Anne Burrell faces off against a gut-busting club sandwich from Little Goat Diner in ChicagoCourtney Rada takes you to Harold’s New York Deli Restaurant for the XL corned beef & pastrami sandwich in Edison, NJ.Katie Lee Biegel needs her stretchy pants when eating the cacio e pepe pizza at Pizzana in Brentwood, CA.Kardea Brown heads to The Pig & Pint for the cola glazed ribs in Jackson, MS.Justin Brunson raves over a delicious fajitas and stew dish from Adelitas Cocina y Cantina in Denver, CO.Jernard Wells gets weak in the knees when confronted by a massively unbelievable cake from Southern Art and Bourbon Bar in Atlanta.Antonia Lofaso ventures to the heart of Los Angeles for heavy-hitting Korean barbecue at Park's BBQ. Listen to The Best Thing I Ever Ate from Food Network wherever you get your podcasts. Find episode transcript here: https://food-network-obsessed.simplecast.com/episodes/the-best-thing-i-ever-ate-stretchy-pants-required Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

31 Dec 202118min