The Dave Chang Show The Romantic Ideal of a Restaurant With Sean Gray
Jan 30, 2025
Chef Sean Gray, formerly of Momofuku Ko and now at Sergeantsville Inn, shares his journey of transforming a historic restaurant into a vibrant community hub. He discusses his innovative culinary approach, including the art of using unconventional cuts of beef. Sean highlights the emotional connections formed in small towns through shared dining experiences. The conversation also touches on the evolving dynamics of restaurant culture, balancing tradition with modern culinary creativity, and the delightful quirks of everyday life, like grocery store etiquette.
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The Seven-Bone Steak
- Sean Gray's "tinkering" nature is exemplified by his excitement over a seven-bone steak.
- He found it at a local supermarket, a cut from the chuck, and developed a unique preparation method for it.
Asian Food in Sergeantsville
- Dave Chang asked Sean Gray about Asian food options near Sergeantsville.
- Gray mentioned a Vietnamese place in Buckingham and options near Princeton, but limited choices in his immediate area.
A Jealous Chris
- Chris Ying expressed jealousy towards Sean Gray's peaceful life.
- Noelle Cornelio joined for a segment called "MOIF" (My Opinion Is Fact).