Eric Valdez

Chef at Knox in New York City's East Village who appears in the Resy Questionnaire segment to discuss Filipino food, favorite dishes, and the restaurant scene.

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Sep 24, 2025 • 1h 14min

660: Muse Is a Los Angeles Restaurant Scene Secret with Fardad Khayami

Fardad Khayami, the dynamic chef-owner of Muse in Santa Monica, shares his inspiring journey from pop-up dinners at USC to opening his restaurant before turning 25. He discusses the challenges posed by January fires and how he creatively supported his community. Chef Eric Valdez of Naks in NYC adds his insights through rapid-fire food questions, sharing his love for Filipino cuisine and favorite dishes. Together, they explore the vibrant restaurant scenes in LA and NYC, revealing how passion and resilience shape culinary success.

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