Nancy Silverton is a mother, grandmother, James Beard award-winning chef, restaurateur and cookbook author. In this episode we talk about how she fell in love with cooking, how she couldn’t have done it without her parents' support and how she started her career in pastry at Michael's with Jonathan Waxman. We discuss her early years working for Wolfgang Puck, building her culinary empire, her love of Italy, and the importance of being gathered around a table. Show Notes: Original music by Colin Killalea & Curtis Fye Edited by Susan Kemp Podcast logo by Moochie Creative Follow Adrienne @nancysilverton Follow Lindsay @table5pod & @lululuttrell Click here to buy Nancy's Cookbook's DON'T FORGET TO HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON SO YOU DON'T MISS AN EPISODE OF TABLE 5!
Adrienne is a mother, wife, twin, entrepreneur and the list goes on. In this episode we talk about her childhood obsession with food, cooking and baking. We talk about how she went from planning to go to nursing school to appease her immigrant mother to bartending for one of the biggest nightclub & hospitality groups in LA, to discovering her family roots in ice cream. We dive deep into entrepreneurship, growing her business from one location to nine, and being a mom of 3. Show Notes: Original music by Colin Killalea & Curtis Fye Edited by Susan Kemp Podcast logo by Moochie Creative Follow Adrienne @adrienneborlongan Follow Lindsay @table5pod & @lululuttrell Checkout out Wanderlust Creamery + wanderlustcreamery.com Order Kelsey Barnard Clarks Book, Southern Get-Togethers: A Guide to Hosting Unforgettable Gatherings Pre-order Brooke Williamson's Book, Sun-Kissed Cooking Order Adrienne's Book, The World of Ice Cream
James is a husband, father, chef, cookbook author, culinary advisor at Samford University and so much more. We talk about his first restaurant job, how he met his wife that he now works with, his time in NY working with some of the greats, his work with IBM building its culinary AI, Chef Watson and his move back home to Pensacola, FL with his family. Show Notes: Original music by Colin Killalea & Curtis Fye Edited by Susan Kemp Podcast logo by Moochie Creative Follow James @jamesbriscione Follow Lindsay @table5pod & @lululuttrell
Tiffani is a chef, restaurateur and fierce culinary competitor. She's competed on shows like Top Chef, Tournament of Champions and Chopped. We dive deep into fun stories from her childhood and teen years. We talk about the experiences she had from growing up a military brat. We talk about her start in restaurants as a busser, the setbacks that made her stronger and what she still hopes for in her career. You’ll hear her say she has a reputation for being tough, but I’m excited to share with you this softer side of her, which is the version of her I know best. Show Notes: Original music by Colin Killalea & Curtis Fye Edited by Susan Kemp Podcast logo by Moochie Creative Follow Tiffani @tiffanifaison Follow Lindsay @table5pod & @lululuttrell
Shota is a chef, restaurateur, TV personality and so much more. In this episode, we talk about his decision to leave school early and get his first restaurant job. How his sheer grit and determination led him to Japan at just 18 to work in a Michelin Star kitchen. We discuss how he runs kitchens today based on his own experiences. We hear about how he found his dog, Dodger, his passion for mushroom foraging and so much more. Show Notes: Original music by Colin Killalea & Curtis Fye Edited by Susan Kemp Podcast logo by Moochie Creative Follow Shota @chefshota Follow Lindsay @table5pod & @lululuttrell Stephanie Izard's Restaurants: LA - Girl & The Goat & Cabra Chicago - Girl & The Goat, Cabra, Duck Duck Goat & Little Goat Diner Antonia Lofaso's Restaurants: LA - Scopa, DAMA, Black Market Liquor Bar Danielle Zecca's Restaurant: LA - Amiga Amore Claudette Zepeda's Restuarant: San Diego - VAGA
Justin is a husband, father, chef, TV personality, cookbook author and so much more. We talk about his teenage years; how he moved out at young age, how he got started in restaurants and how his time on Food Network star changed him. We discuss his life now; becoming a dad, what it feels like to turn 40, his ramen shop, natural wine shop and his love of fly fishing. Show Notes: Original music by Colin Killalea & Curtis Fye Edited by Susan Kemp Podcast logo by Moochie Creative Follow Justin @eatfellowhumans Follow Lindsay @table5pod & @lululuttrell
Elizabeth is a chef, cookbook author, filmmaker and so much more! In this episode, we talk about growing up in an artist family in Los Angeles, moving to San Francisco where she fell in love with baking and cooking. We talk about her restaurant jobs that led her to opening her first bakery and how she eventually transitioned from restaurants to private cheffing, events and culinary competitions. And, we discuss her love of film and film making, including her Documentary “Sorry, we’re closed”. Show Notes: Original music by Colin Killalea & Curtis Fye Edited by Susan Kemp Podcast logo by Moochie Creative Follow Elizabeth @cheffalkner Follow Lindsay @table5pod & @lululuttrell Shout out @thegeorgian
Jonathon Sawyer is a husband, father, a chef and cookbook author. He’s worked for some of the greats, he’s owned and operated nationally acclaimed restaurants, won a laundry list of awards, including James Beard, and competed in several culinary competitions like Tournament of Champions, Alex vs America and Gu8y's Grocery Games. In this episode, we talk about how he went from engineering to cheffing, his sobriety, his beautiful family and how he learned to love his life. Show Notes: Original music by Colin Killalea & Curtis Fye Edited by Susan Kemp Podcast logo by Moochie Creative Follow Jonathon @chefsawyer Follow Lindsay @table5pod & @lululuttrell Bone Broth by Doreen @zeegz_
Valerie is a chocolatier, entrepreneur, wife, mom… and as you’ll hear her say when asked how she describes herself.... "a person who works in food". In this episode we talk about how baking gave her a sense of peace and purpose as a kid. Her love of performing, but how she ultimately left acting to pursue food. We hear how she turned her baking hobby into a luxury toffee brand and wait for it… taught herself how to BBQ. Show Notes: Original music by Colin Killalea & Curtis Fye Edited by J Mack Media Podcast logo by Moochie Creative Follow Valerie @valerieconfctns Follow Lindsay @table5pod & @lululuttrell
Carlos is a chef, TV personality, dog dad and almost a husband! You may know him from his several competition appearances on Food Network or for his online shenanigans with his mentor Brian Malarkey. In this episode, we talk about his Sonoran roots, how he went from wanting to be a lawyer to his first kitchen job, his career with mentor Brian Malarkey and how he stays positive. Show Notes: Original music by Colin Killalea & Curtis Fye Edited by Susan Kemp Podcast logo by Moochie Creative Follow Carlos @chefcarlosanthony Follow Lindsay @table5pod & @lululuttrell
Maneet Chauhan is a wife, mother, chef, restaurateur and so much more. You may know her from judging Chopped or competing on Tournament of Champions. We talk about her childhood in India, her curiosity surrounding food at a young age, her "say yes" mentality and how she ultimately ended up in Nashville. Show Notes: Original music by Colin Killalea & Curtis Fye Edited by Susan Kemp Podcast logo by Moochie Creative Follow Maneet @maneetchauhan Follow Lindsay @table5pod & @lululuttrell
Bricia Lopez is a mom, cookbook author, restaurant owner and entrepreneur. We talk about moving from Mexico to California, growing up in the restaurant business, the history of the restaurant she co-owns with her siblings and her mission to preserve her Oaxacan culture.
Nyesha is a chef, entrepreneur, TV personality and mentor. In this episode we talk about how food became a part of her, the advice she'd give her younger self, her “ I can do anything” mindset and how she took a step back to reevaluate and stop pouring from an empty cup. Show Notes: Original music by Colin Killalea & Curtis Fye Edited by J Mack Media Podcast logo by Moochie Creative Follow Nyesha @nyeshajoyce Follow Lindsay @table5pod & @lululuttrell
Eric Adjepong is a father, chef, TV personality, cookbook and children's book author. In this episode we talk about going from the line in restaurant kitchens to Top Chef to hosting Alex vs America on Food Network. We dive into impostor syndrome, his West African roots, Dad life and our love of NY. Show Notes: Original music by Colin Killalea & Curtis Fye Edited by J Mack Media Podcast logo by Moochie Creative Follow Eric @chefericadjepong Follow Lindsay @table5pod & @lululuttrell
Joe is a chef, TV personality, competitor and pasta maestro. In this episode we talk about going from college to kitchens, being inspired by his mom’s cooking, how he created a community through social media, and of course that recognizable handlebar stache! Show Notes: Original music by Colin Killalea & Curtis Fye Edited by J Mack Media Podcast logo by Moochie Creative Follow Joe @chef.joe.sasto & @eattantos Follow Lindsay @table5pod & @lululuttrell
Stephanie is a mother, restaurateur and award winning chef. She has 5 restaurants and a globally inspired line of sauces, spices and crunches. In this episode we discuss being a mom, balancing all of her restaurants, how she decided to go to culinary school, her crafty side and what's next! Show Notes: Original music by Colin Killalea & Curtis Fye Edited by J Mack Media Podcast logo by Moochie Creative Follow Stephanie @stepahnieizard & @thislittlegoat Follow Lindsay @table5pod & @lululuttrell
Darnell is a husband, father, restaurateur, TV personality and the SuperChef! He’s appeared on countless shows competing and judging, but his journey to get there was not always easy. In this episode, Lindsay Luttrell and Darnell Ferguson talk about how he spent his younger years in and out of jail, finding his faith, how he turned a pop up into multiple restaurants, how he got his foot in the door with Food Network and the evolution of SuperChef. Highlighting @vinonrose! A natural wine shop, gourmet goods and vintage finds. So much more than a wine shop, it's your neighborhood one-stop-shop for all things entertaining. From wine, beer, cider, cheese, charcuterie, condiments, crackers, candles, flowers and beyond! The staff is as knowledgeable and friendly as they come. Check it out! Show Notes: Music by Colin Killalea & Curtis Fye Edited by Jay Mack Media Logo Design by Moochie Creative Follow Darnell @superchef_23 Follow Lindsay @table5pod & @lululuttrell Follow Vin on Rose @vinonrose
Mei is a chef, restaurateur and unbelievable competitor. She's a Top Chef winner and most recently took home the win on season 4 of Tournament of Champions. You can find her competing or judging on Food Network and at her very popular restaurant, Daybird in LA. In this episode we discuss her journey to becoming a chef, her love of Japan, how she landed her spot on Top Chef and so much more. Show Notes: Music by Colin Killalea & Curtis Fye Edited by Jay Mack Media Logo by Moochie Creative Follow Mei @meilin21 Follow Lindsay @table5pod & @lululuttrell Follow The Odeon @theodeonnyc
Catherine is a wife, mother, entrepreneur, cookbook author and a fellow Southerner. She started her career as a model and has since founded two companies and written four cookbooks. In this episode we talk about going from modeling to kitchens, how becoming a mother inspired her companies and how she balances it all. Show Notes: Original music by Colin Killalea & Curtis Fye Edited by J Mack Media Podcast logo by Moochie Creative Follow Catherine @weelicious & @onepotatobox Follow Lindsay @table5pod & @lululuttrell
Kelsey is a chef, owns a restaurant and catering company, a wife, mother, and a "Gulf Southerner". She's a Top Chef winner and Fan Favorite from her season. She continues to make appearances competing and judging. We talk about her early life trying to figure out what she was good at and ultimately choosing culinary school over college. We discuss her love of plants, teaching her children to be kind humans and we break down all things "Southern". Show Notes: Music by Colin Killalea & Curtis Fye Logo by Moochie Creative