Mark Bittman
Food writer and author known for influencing home cooking and food policy; founder of the Community Kitchen pilot project aiming to provide affordable, locally sourced meals via a sliding-scale nonprofit restaurant.
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Dec 12, 2025 • 13min
Mark Bittman's $15 fine dining experiment
Mark Bittman, renowned food writer and author, shares insights from his innovative dining experiment where meals cost as little as $15. He discusses the challenges of creating a fine dining experience that prioritizes health, local sourcing, and fair wages. The sliding-scale pricing model allows diners to self-select their payment, promoting inclusivity. Bittman also highlights the menu's standout dishes, the impactful lessons learned from Brazil’s affordable dining model, and the emotional journey as Community Kitchen approaches its final service.
Nov 14, 2025 • 7min
How optimistic are small business owners in this economy?
Mark Bittman, a renowned food writer and co-founder of Community Kitchen, sheds light on the realities facing small business owners today. He discusses how their optimism is waning due to economic pressures. Bittman shares insights on Community Kitchen's innovative sliding-scale pricing, allowing diners to pay what they can while promoting inclusivity. He emphasizes the importance of local sourcing, dignified wages for workers, and prioritizing public health over profit, challenging conventional food industry norms.
