The Dave Chang Show

Dive into an autumnal exploration of apples as Dave and Chris engage in a fun measuring game. Discover how apples serve as a secret weapon in savory dishes, including a kimchi apple salad and apple-soy marinade for pork. Dave crafts an invisible apple cake and a unique tarte tatin, improvising without precise measurements. Get insights on seasoning, with a focus on the dominance of salt and the intriguing role of black pepper in elevating flavors. The tasting round brings delicious reactions to their creative apple-based dishes.

Dave reconnects with a friend he hasn't seen in years, author of the newly released book ‘Smart Mouth’ and founder of RAMONA beverages, Jordan Salcito (0:01). The duo discusses the best wines in the world, the trick to blind tasting, and why Dave might just have to move to France. Dave answers a new Ask Dave about when to splurge on a restaurant (53:25), and prepares a braised oxtail dish in response to a previous Ask Dave (1:01:23).  Follow Jordan on social media at: https://www.instagram.com/jordansalcito/?hl=en Get your copy of Jordan's book Smart Mouth: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/639495/smart-mouth-by-jordan-salcito/ Learn more about Ramona: https://www.drinkramona.com/ Learn more about Daniel: https://www.danielnyc.com/ Watch our episode with Alex Stupak: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7dIkl0iP0adSDAHLwz607I?si=2A0CyivfT1yAanQJ3phI4Q Watch our wine episode with the Anajak Thai team: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2yk9JG0B1wBUaoQPOck6CE?si=C8vHnNIcTi6jv4kUSH5agA First recommended wine Bereche & Fils: https://www.bereche.com/en Recommended Pierre Peters Champagne: https://www.champagne-peters.com/en/cuvee-reserve Recommended Chartogne-Taillet Champagne: https://chartogne-taillet.com/en Learn more about Jordan's ideal cheap bottle if she could go back in time: https://www.wine-searcher.com/find/dom+armand+rousseau+pere+chambertin+grand+cru+le+gevrey+cote+de+nuit+burgundy+france/1990?srsltid=AfmBOoqp8VQO960n9e_OR84hH3GXMPlTiEuiBKnIQG8LOB5XZAGXkB7x Pierre herme: https://www.pierreherme.com/en/ Learn more about Anajak Thai: https://www.anajakthai.com/ Learn more about Four Horsemen: https://www.fourhorsemenbk.com/ Learn more about i Cavallini: https://www.icavallinibk.com/ Learn more about Providence: https://providencela.com/ Learn more about Mariscos Jalisco:https://www.mariscosjalisco.net/ Learn more about Blue Ribbon: https://www.blueribbonrestaurants.com/ Learn more about Mitch Bates' restaurant Oji Seichi: https://www.ojiseichi.com/ Learn more about Majordomo: https://www.momofuku.com/restaurants/majordomo Send in your Ask Dave questions to bit.ly/AskDaveForm or askdave@majordomomedia.com. Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thedavechangshow. Subscribe to Recipe Club on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@recipeclubofficial. Submit your favorite food moments in your favorite movies to majorfoodporn.com. Join our community Discord on majordomo.com. Host: Dave Chang Guest: Jordan Salcito Majordomo Media Producer: David Meyer Majordomo Media Coordinator: Molly O’Keeffe  Spotify Producer: Felipe Guilhermino Editor: Stefano Sanchez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave talks to a true multi-hyphenate, the political adviser, author, and, of course, chef Sam Kass. They talk about how he found his way into cooking for the Obama family at the White House (7:05), the dangers of our current food consumption (21:45), and what changes consumers and our government can, and have to, make to keep our favorite foods and food systems alive. After the interview, Dave answers an Ask Dave on homemade condiments (1:02:30) before finishing Part 2 of his ramen cooking, creating the broths and tares, and bringing it all together with the noodles from the cooking segment in Ruby Tandoh's episode (1:08:12). He serves his completed, and delicious, ramen to some special guests. Get your copy of Sam's book 'The Last Supper': https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-last-supper-how-to-overcome-the-future-food-crisis-sam-kass/7c6d969635265644. Learn more about Acre Venture Partners: https://acre.vc/. Learn more about Avec: https://www.avecrestaurant.com/. Learn more about Michelle Obama's Let's Move campaign: https://letsmove.obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/. Learn more about SHIA: https://shiarestaurant.org/?. Learn more about Blue Hill at Stone Barns: https://www.bluehillfarm.com/. Learn more about Inari: https://inari.com/. Learn more about Asahikawa Ramen Aoba: https://www5b.biglobe.ne.jp/~aoba1948/. Learn more about Benton's: https://www.bentonscountryham.com/. Learn more about Mugaritz: https://www.mugaritz.com/en/. Learn more about Café Boulud: https://cafeboulud.com/nyc/. Learn more about Pizzeria Bianco: https://www.pizzeriabianco.com/. Send in your Ask Dave questions to bit.ly/AskDaveForm or askdave@majordomomedia.com. Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thedavechangshow. Subscribe to Recipe Club on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@recipeclubofficial. Submit your favorite food moments in your favorite movies to majorfoodporn.com. Join our community Discord on majordomo.com. Try Claude for free today at Claude.ai/DaveChang. Host: Dave Chang Guest: Sam Kass Majordomo Media Producer: David Meyer Majordomo Media Coordinator: Molly O’Keeffe  Spotify Producer: Felipe Guilhermino Editor: Stefano Sanchez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Mina, an award-winning chef and restaurateur known for his influential restaurants like Aqua and Bourbon Steak, shares insights from his dynamic career. He discusses the inventive all-fish concept at Aqua and its impact on fine dining in San Francisco. Michael reveals how he revolutionized kitchen systems with his Recipe Exchange platform, enhancing consistency across restaurants. He also reflects on scaling his restaurant group, the importance of culinary vision, and evolving food trends, including experiential dining and neighborhood gems.

In a lively discussion, Ruby Tandoh, bestselling food writer and former Great British Bake Off contestant, explores the evolution of food criticism in the age of social media. She shares insights on the roles of influencer-critics like Keith Lee versus traditional critics, and the challenges of reliability in democratized reviews. Ruby also discusses how algorithms shape trends, the resilience of narrative cookbooks, and her ambivalence towards the recipe economy. Plus, she humorously envisions a more comfortable dining experience.

In this lively discussion, comedian and author Eric Wareheim teams up with Gabe Ulla to delve into the world of steakhouses. They explore why steakhouses are a quintessential American institution and share their favorites from a road trip across 65 locations. Key topics include the mysteries of dry-aging versus wet-aging, the nostalgic significance of steak dinners as modern-day rituals, and a catalog of beloved potato sides. Plus, they offer insights into ethical beef sourcing and playful dining etiquette that can elevate any steakhouse experience.

Stephen Starr, the visionary restaurateur behind STARR Restaurants, shares insights into his journey of opening high-profile culinary spaces. He reveals the risks of massive build-outs and discusses how film and music influence restaurant atmospheres. The conversation dives into finding and nurturing culinary talent, emphasizing the balance between large and intimate venues. Starr also compares his restaurant strategy to that of a record executive, as he successfully scales chefs' concepts while evolving dining standards.

In a lively conversation, Alex Stupak, chef and founder of Empellón, dives into the evolution of culinary trends, from modernism to nostalgia-driven menus. He discusses the effects of social media on food consumption, emphasizing how visual experiences redefine our dining journeys. With a nod to authenticity, Alex reflects on the blurred lines of culinary attribution in the age of Instagram and critiques the shift from culinary street cred to viral fame. Surprisingly optimistic, he foresees a future where skilled execution and comfort food reign supreme, even amidst the rise of AI.

Dave sits down with Alison Roman, whom he has known since the early days of Milk Bar, as her new cookbook, 'Something From Nothing,' comes out soon. They reminisce on the old days before they talk about how Alison made a path for herself and worked hard for a long time before becoming an "overnight success." The duo also discusses creating a personal style, how difficult it can be to mature in the public eye, and the process of actually making a cookbook. Dave closes with an Ask Dave about Momofuku ramen. Get your copy of Alison's new book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/608062/something-from-nothing-a-cookbook-by-alison-roman/  Alison's previous book Dining In: https://amzn.to/4ohywo8  Learn more about Milk Bar: https://milkbarstore.com/  Learn more about Major Food Group: https://www.majorfood.com/  Learn more about Quince: https://www.quincerestaurant.com/  Watch our episode with Christina Tosi of Milk Bar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QsKKidj7f7E  Learn more about Rich Table: https://www.richtablesf.com/  Learn more about Pies 'n' Thighs: https://piesnthighs.com/  Learn more about Domino magazine: https://www.domino.com/  Check out the French Laundry Cookbook: https://amzn.to/3W4kQAW  Read the Michel Bras Cookbook: https://www.kitchenartsandletters.com/products/essential-cuisine-english-edition-from-france-c?srsltid=AfmBOoqKKlD7ZxhErIOyQLp_YgoO9BDOvmwhR72lwQgKb5ehU1-hblQd  Check out the website domain Alison wishes that she had: alisonroman.com  Momofuku book: https://amzn.to/3VYhcIE  Watch our episode with Brooks Headley of Superiority Burger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekz3XJ2LVLs&list=PL7SmJHepo13dGH9Eqp4gIssMjeLBLqB2E&index=2  Learn more about Benton's: https://shop.bentonscountryham.com/  Send in your Ask Dave questions to bit.ly/AskDaveForm or askdave@majordomomedia.com. Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thedavechangshow. Subscribe to Recipe Club on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@recipeclubofficial. Submit your favorite food moments in your favorite movies to majorfoodporn.com. Join our community Discord on majordomo.com. Host: Dave Chang Guest: Alison Roman Majordomo Media Producer: David Meyer Spotify Producer: Felipe Guilhermino Engineer: Belle Roman Editor: Stefano Sanchez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave is in New York at Infatuation's food festival, EEEEEASTCON NYC, with special guests: chef Justin Pichetrungsi of Anajak Thai; and author, director, and chef Eddie Huang. The show starts with an Overrated/Underrated on New York City food (5:05), and then the trio gives out their Best of EEEEEATSCON Awards: Best Fried, Best Sandwich, and Best Sweet (25:48). They finish with their Best in Show award (38:19). Learn more about Infatuation NYC: https://www.theinfatuation.com/new-york  Learn more about Eeeeeatscon NYC: https://www.eeeeeatscon.com/new-york  Learn more about Anajak Thai: https://www.anajakthai.com/  Follow Eddie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mreddiehuang/ Check out Eddie's Substack: https://basedfob.substack.com/  Learn more about L'Industrie: https://www.lindustriebk.com/  Learn more about Pizzeria Bianco: https://www.pizzeriabianco.com/los-angeles  Learn more about Courage Bagels: https://couragebagels.com/  Learn more about Langer's Deli: https://www.langersdeli.com/  Learn more about Katz's Deli: https://katzsdelicatessen.com/  Learn more about Schwartz's: https://schwartzsdeli.com/  Learn more about Dr. Brown's Cel-Ray Soda: https://www.drbrownssoda.com/flavors  Learn more about U-Bet chocolate sauce: https://www.goldshorseradish.com/chocolate-syrup  Learn more about Cheesecake Factory: https://www.thecheesecakefactory.com/  Learn more about Lucali: https://www.lucali.com/  Learn more about Lungi: https://lungirestaurant.com/  Learn more about Atoboy: https://www.atoboynyc.com/  Learn more about Laliko: https://laliko.com/#  Learn more about Atomix: https://www.atomixnyc.com/  Follow Food Baby on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodbabyny/?hl=en  Learn more about Anthony's Paninoteca: https://anthonyspaninoteca.com/  Learn more about Charles' Pan-Fried Chicken: https://www.charlespanfriedchicken.com/  Learn more about Cmarty's Jerk: https://www.cmartysjerk.com/  Learn more about Titi's Empanadas: https://www.titisnyc.com/  Learn more about Bánh Anh Em (which won Best in Show): https://www.banhanhem.com/  Learn more about Caffè Panna: https://www.caffepanna.com/  Learn more about Culture: https://www.cultureespresso.com/  Learn more about Birdee: https://www.birdee.nyc/  Learn more about Win Son Bakery: https://winsonbrooklyn.com/  Send in your Ask Dave questions to bit.ly/AskDaveForm or askdave@majordomomedia.com. Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thedavechangshow. Subscribe to Recipe Club on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@recipeclubofficial. Submit your favorite food moments in your favorite movies to majorfoodporn.com. Join our community Discord on majordomo.com. Host: Dave Chang Guests: Justin Pichetrungsi and Eddie Huang Majordomo Media Producer: David Meyer Spotify Producer: Felipe Guilhermino Editor: Stefano Sanchez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices