Food Network Obsessed

Long-time Chopped judge and chef, Chris Santos, talks about his never-ending quest for the best burger and his current favorite burger style. He talks about the real reason he started working in a kitchen at just thirteen and why he considers himself a “self-taught” chef. Chris shares his favorite parts of opening restaurants and what inspired the bright idea of a working pawn shop at his restaurant, Beauty & Essex. He talks about his passion for family-style dining and his own personal experiences that he will never forget. Chris shares his passion for boxing and what keeps him coming back to the ring, and why he decided to start his own rock music label. He reminisces on his first days on the set of Chopped, the most memorable basket ingredients he’s ever seen, and the exciting new special Chopped: Casino Royale. He finally reveals his favorite boxing movie and the last thing he had to Google. Start Your Free Trial of discovery+: https://www.discoveryplus.com/foodobsessed Connect with the podcast: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/food-network-obsessed-the-official-podcast-of-food-network Follow Food Network on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodnetwork Follow Jaymee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaymeesire Follow Chris Santos on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/santoscooks/Learn More About Chopped: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/chopped Find episode transcript here: https://food-network-obsessed.simplecast.com/episodes/chris-santos-on-chopped-baskets-boxing-smash-burgers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chef Jordan Andino clears up what it means when he was named “hottest chef” and describes what his twenties were like as he was navigating his career. He shares his experiences learning from his father in the kitchen, and the first dish he ever nailed perfectly. Jordan shares how formal culinary education sharpened his business acumen and his thoughts on being a successful chef and entrepreneur. Jordan reveals the meaning behind his restaurant name, Flip Sigi, the hallmarks of Filipino cuisine, and the food staples you will always find in a Filipino home. He then talks about his new Food Network show, Raid the Fridge, and what staples one should always have to throw together a great meal. He talks about his “tough love” approach to judging and if he’s ever had stage fright while filming. Start Your Free Trial of discovery+: https://www.discoveryplus.com/foodobsessed Connect with the podcast: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/food-network-obsessed-the-official-podcast-of-food-network Follow Food Network on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodnetwork Follow Jaymee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaymeesire Follow Jordan Andino on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fork_knife/ Learn More About Raid the Fridge: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/raid-the-fridge Find episode transcript here: https://food-network-obsessed.simplecast.com/episodes/jordan-andino-on-why-you-need-spam-in-your-life-filipino-food-staples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mayday! Mayday! The chefs and foodies are stranded on a desert island with nothing but an appetite, and they're sharing the one dish they simply can't live without.Episode content:Alex Guarnaschelli brings along her must-have paella from Black Bull in Chicago.Duff Goldman turns to an irresistible doughnut from Baltimore's Paradise Donuts.Monti Carlo goes with pork chop from La Fabrica Central in Cambridge, MA.Simon Majumdar shares his favorite sandwich from Ma’am Sir in Los Angeles, CA.Katie Pix goes with fancy latkes from Baz Bagel in New York, NY.Dan Langan’s desert dish is a chicken cheesesteak from Antonella’s Italian Kitchen in Bryn Mawr, PAWolfgang Puck chooses one dessert above all others from Angelini Osteria in Los Angeles.Listen to The Best Thing I Ever Ate from Food Network wherever you get your podcasts. Find episode transcript here: https://food-network-obsessed.simplecast.com/episodes/the-best-thing-i-ever-ate-desert-island Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hear from your favorite Food Network stars about America's best dishes that just might burst your buttons.Episode content:Anne Burrell faces off against a gut-busting club sandwich from Little Goat Diner in ChicagoCourtney Rada takes you to Harold’s New York Deli Restaurant for the XL corned beef & pastrami sandwich in Edison, NJ.Katie Lee Biegel needs her stretchy pants when eating the cacio e pepe pizza at Pizzana in Brentwood, CA.Kardea Brown heads to The Pig & Pint for the cola glazed ribs in Jackson, MS.Justin Brunson raves over a delicious fajitas and stew dish from Adelitas Cocina y Cantina in Denver, CO.Jernard Wells gets weak in the knees when confronted by a massively unbelievable cake from Southern Art and Bourbon Bar in Atlanta.Antonia Lofaso ventures to the heart of Los Angeles for heavy-hitting Korean barbecue at Park's BBQ. Listen to The Best Thing I Ever Ate from Food Network wherever you get your podcasts. Find episode transcript here: https://food-network-obsessed.simplecast.com/episodes/the-best-thing-i-ever-ate-stretchy-pants-required Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Beloved pastry chef, Caroline Schiff, talks about her statement head of hair before describing what a typical day in her life looks like. She talks about her love of running, including her favorite New York City running route, and the surprising physical demands of being a pastry chef. Caroline talks about her path to pastry via a French degree and love of fashion and how all of these interests have influenced her as a pastry chef. She describes how seasonal ingredients steer the direction of her ideas and the challenges of navigating the culinary scene in New York as a young, female chef with no formal training. Caroline talks about being a part of the reopening of the historic Gage and Tollner restaurant in Brooklyn and the story behind her iconic and labor-intensive Baked Alaska for Two. She talks about how her new cookbook, The Sweet Side of Sourdough, was a product of the pandemic hobby that swept the nation and how the need to keep a starter alive inspired her to innovate. Caroline lovingly talks about her Jewish heritage and her family’s traditions during Hanukkah and Shabbat and what it was like to film Beat Bobby Flay. Start Your Free Trial of discovery+: https://www.discoveryplus.com/foodobsessed Connect with the podcast: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/food-network-obsessed-the-official-podcast-of-food-network Follow Food Network on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodnetwork Follow Jaymee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaymeesire Follow Caroline Schiff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pastryschiff/ Learn More About Taste Of: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/taste-of Find episode transcript here: https://food-network-obsessed.simplecast.com/episodes/caroline-schiff-on-her-gravity-defying-hair-the-sweet-side-of-sourdough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marc Murphy, Chopped judge and esteemed chef, shares his interesting childhood and who his royal babysitter was in the late seventies. He talks about his early days in New York City and how couch surfing and cooking dinners for his rent inspired him to pursue culinary school. Marc talks about the differences in European and American kitchens, how his cooking style has evolved over the years and what region of the world has influenced him the most. He talks about his experiences opening restaurants in New York and how the tragedy of September 11th changed his life since he worked in the World Trade Center. Marc dives into Chopped, how he was approached to be on the show, and how it has evolved over the past decade with his fellow judges. He shares his favorite Chopped memories, including working with Martha Stewart, and the strangest things he’s ever eaten on the show. Finally, Marc shares the best pieces of advice he ever got as a young cook. Start Your Free Trial of discovery+: https://www.discoveryplus.com/foodobsessed Connect with the podcast: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/food-network-obsessed-the-official-podcast-of-food-network Follow Food Network on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodnetwork Follow Jaymee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaymeesire Follow Marc Murphy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefmarcmurphy/Learn More About Chopped: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/chopped Find episode transcript here: https://food-network-obsessed.simplecast.com/episodes/marc-murphy-on-the-most-bizarre-chopped-bites-his-multicultural-childhood Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dan Langan shares his favorite holiday traditions and how his love for baking began. He shares the nostalgic smell that brings back childhood memories and his advice for getting kids involved in baking early and safely. Dan shares his favorite food spots in Philadelphia and describes exactly what Philly butter cake is. He talks about the inspiration behind his blog, Baked by Dan, what content is most popular and how he manages the wild world of social media. Dan shares plans for his upcoming cookbook and how he applied for Spring Baking Championship four times before getting on the show. He talks about the best cake he’s ever made and then dives into his advice for successful holiday baking. Start Your Free Trial of discovery+: https://www.discoveryplus.com/foodobsessed Connect with the podcast: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/food-network-obsessed-the-official-podcast-of-food-network Follow Food Network on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodnetwork Follow Jaymee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaymeesire Follow Dan Langan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bakedbydan/Check Out Dan Can Bake It: https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/dancanbakeit Find episode transcript here: https://food-network-obsessed.simplecast.com/episodes/dan-langan-answers-your-holiday-baking-questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duff Goldman shares how his nickname came to be and the creative forces that shape his larger-than-life cakes. He talks about the craft he is working on for his daughter, being a new father and the advice he would give to dads. Duff reveals the cover band he was in and tells a crazy story about playing with a certain Foo Fighters front-man. He shares the reason he decided to study history and philosophy in college and why, surprisingly, he didn’t learn to read properly until high school. Duff talks about why he decided to put down roots in Baltimore and the chaotic series of events that led to his show, Ace of Cakes. He shares what he feels made the show so good, his experiences lately judging and competing on festive Food Network shows and the challenges and rewards of working with kids on Kids Baking Championship. Start Your Free Trial of discovery+: https://www.discoveryplus.com/foodobsessed Connect with the podcast: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/food-network-obsessed-the-official-podcast-of-food-network Follow Food Network on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodnetwork Follow Jaymee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaymeesire Follow Duff Goldman on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/duffgoldman/ Learn More About Kids Baking Championship: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/kids-baking-championship Learn More About Buddy vs. Duff: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/buddy-vs-duff Learn More About Holiday Baking Championship: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/holiday-baking-championship Find episode transcript here: https://food-network-obsessed.simplecast.com/episodes/duff-goldman-on-rockstar-dreams-chaotic-cake-competitions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brooke Williamson shares the driving force behind her go-getter attitude and success at such a young age. Brooke shares her thoughts as a 19 year-old cooking at the James Beard House and how confidence is key as a woman in a male-dominated industry. She talks about why she decided not to attend culinary school and the lessons she learned from opening her first restaurant at just 24 years old. Brooke reveals the piece of advice she would have given herself back then and how, many years later, she sees the value in learning from failure. She talks about how she met her husband and business partner and how they didn’t like one another at first before illustrating what a brainstorm between them typically looks like. Brooke shares her process for creating a cohesive menu and why she is most inspired by seasonal produce and her own home garden. She talks about overcoming the odds to win the first season of Tournament of Champions, losing to Maneet Chauhan in season two, and how she prepares for competition. Brooke talks about being a Chopped judge for the first time, judging BBQ Brawl and her own California spin on barbecue before talking about Best Thing I Ever Ate. Start Your Free Trial of discovery+: https://www.discoveryplus.com/foodobsessed Connect with the podcast: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/food-network-obsessed-the-official-podcast-of-food-network Follow Food Network on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodnetwork Follow Jaymee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaymeesire Follow Brooke Williamson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefbrookew/ Learn More About Tournament of Champions: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/tournament-of-champions Learn More About Best Thing I Ever Ate: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/the-best-thing-i-ever-ate Find episode transcript here: https://food-network-obsessed.simplecast.com/episodes/brooke-williamson-on-why-she-decided-not-to-go-to-culinary-school Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hunter Fieri talks about growing up with a superstar father and the lessons he has learned as he forges his own path. Hunter talks about how his family and life changed after his dad, Guy Fieri, won Food Network Star when he was just ten years old. Hunter shares his favorite moments from his life-changing European trip with his father and the country he would most like to visit again. He talks about life post-grad, the personal growth he experienced throughout his collegiate career and the pivots he had to make when the pandemic affected his plans. Hunter then shares what it’s like to be a part of the Food Network family and his nerve-wracking experiences on the sets of Guy’s Grocery Games and Tournament of Champions. He reveals the most competitive Food Network stars he’s witnessed on the shows and whether he would rather host or compete before sharing exciting details about the new show, Guy’s Chance of a Lifetime. Start Your Free Trial of discovery+: https://www.discoveryplus.com/foodobsessed Connect with the podcast: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/food-network-obsessed-the-official-podcast-of-food-network Follow Food Network on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodnetwork Follow Jaymee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaymeesire Follow Hunter Fieri on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hunterfieri/ Learn More About Guy’s Grocery Games: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/guys-grocery-games Learn More About Tournament of Champions: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/tournament-of-champions Find episode transcript here: https://food-network-obsessed.simplecast.com/episodes/hunter-fieri-on-flavortown-family-forging-his-own-path Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.