'Dinner Time Live With David Chang': Preopening Diaries
Jan 25, 2024
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Dave Chang and Chris Ying discuss the challenges of recording and broadcasting live for their new Netflix show, opening a new restaurant, the abundance of culinary content on social media, their approach to transparency in culinary content, anxieties and hopes for their new project, the process of pitching and developing a live cooking show, and the excitement and nerves surrounding the release of their live cooking show on Netflix.
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Quick takeaways
Cooking live on TV requires quick thinking and adaptability without room for mistakes or edits.
The show aims to provide a genuine and relatable cooking experience, embracing mistakes and unexpected moments.
Deep dives
The Challenge of Cooking Live
Cooking live on TV is a daunting task, with no room for mistakes or edits. The preparation and execution require quick thinking and adaptability. The host, Dave Chang, strives for transparency and wants to showcase the real challenges of cooking without the assistance of a full production team.
The Essence of Live Cooking
The show aims to provide a genuine and relatable cooking experience, unlike the meticulously edited and airbrushed content on social media. Dave wants to embrace the mistakes and unexpected moments that happen during live cooking. The goal is to create a show that is entertaining, informative, and highlights the unpredictable nature of cooking.
Preparation and Evolution of the Show
The team has been extensively preparing by conducting practice runs of the show, cooking multiple dishes within a limited time frame. They have encountered challenges, such as coordinating oven space and overcoming unexpected cooking mishaps on live television. The goal is to constantly evolve and improve the show with each episode.
The Unknown Path
While the team acknowledges the uncertainty and potential risks associated with a live cooking show, they are honored to have the opportunity to take this creative gamble. They are committed to pouring their hearts into the project, regardless of the audience size or reception. The show aims to entertain, inspire, and provide an authentic cooking experience.
Dave is joined by Chris Ying for a preview of Dave’s new Netflix show, 'Dinner Time Live With David Chang.' Topics covered include the challenges of recording (and broadcasting) live and how the show is similar to opening up a new restaurant.