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In 'Big Heart Little Stove,' chef Erin French focuses on recipes and hospitality
Dec 28, 2023
Chef Erin French, author of Big Heart Little Stove, shares her journey from addiction to culinary success. She discusses creating extraordinary meals, the welcoming atmosphere of her restaurant, and the challenges of staying centered amidst success.
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- Being a hostess is a powerful role that goes beyond serving food, by showing people you care, you can make them feel valued and create memorable experiences.
- Simplicity and intentionality in both the environment and the food can create extraordinary moments for guests, and surrounding oneself with supportive individuals can help create a warm and loving atmosphere at a restaurant.
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The Power of Hosting and Making People Feel Special
In this podcast, chef Aaron French discusses the importance of hosting and creating a special experience for guests. She emphasizes that being a hostess is a powerful role and goes beyond just serving food. By taking little steps to show people you care, you can make them feel valued and create memorable experiences. French views herself more as a hostess than a chef and strives to make her restaurant, The Lost Kitchen, feel like a welcoming and intimate space. She believes that simplicity and intentionality in both the environment and the food can create extraordinary moments for guests.
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