The Daily Show: Ears Edition TDS Time Machine | Chefs
Jan 2, 2026
David Chang, the visionary chef behind Momofuku and Netflix's Ugly Delicious, dives into the cultural history of food, highlighting the complex story behind fried chicken and discussing the fine line between cultural appropriation and appreciation. José Andrés, celebrated for his humanitarian efforts with World Central Kitchen, shares touching insights on providing culturally significant meals during disaster relief, while critiquing the responses to crises like Hurricane Maria. Their conversations are a rich blend of culinary passion and social consciousness.
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Life On The Road As A Food Host
- Anthony Bourdain described traveling 220 days a year and making show choices with his friends while the network barely interfered.
- He recounted nearly being evacuated from Beirut and shooting in places with little infrastructure, illustrating risks of on-location food shows.
Find Local Food By Drinking With Locals
- Anthony Bourdain advised starting with drinking with locals to find authentic restaurants and visiting early morning markets to see where locals eat.
- He recommended asking proud locals what to try to discover genuine, lesser-known food spots.
Cities Shine Through Specific Dishes
- Bourdain said New York's distinctive strengths are specific items like bagels, nova, and deli rather than generic 'best restaurant' status.
- He looks for what each immigrant community executes better than anywhere else to guide eating choices.