2 SHARP CHEFS & A MICROPHONE

By Lorraine Moss & Louiie Victa

Lorraine & Louiie started this chef-driven podcast in memory of one of the best food culture ambassadors of all time, Anthony Bourdain. In his memory, we wanted to do the right thing: build a bett... more

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2 SHARP CHEFS & A MICROPHONE episodes:

August 19, 2019 S1E11 - Opening A Restaurant - Joe Mikulich, EDO Gastro Tapas & Wine
Lorraine Moss & Louiie Victa talk with Joe Mikulich, Managing Partner & Sommelier at the Las Vegas Spring Mountain restaurant, EDO Gastro Tapas & Wine. He shares what it’s like to take on this huge project from concept to completion, how they came up with the name E-D-O, and the ups and downs of owning and operating a restaurant. Would he and his partners do it again? How difficult is it to get a liquor license? Great advice coming your way!
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August 12, 2019 S1E10 - Chefs Giving Back - Chef Justin Franco
Chef Justin Franco, Executive Chef of Banquets, Tropicana Hotel & Casino, talks about the benefits and importance of giving back in the culinary community. How can you help others while helping your own career? The Air Force veteran also describes what it’s like to cook with a M-16 strapped to his back!
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August 05, 2019 S1E9 - Paella for the People: The Story of Valencian Gold - Chefs Jeffrey Weiss & Paras Shah
Lorraine and Louiie look into the origins of Valencian Gold and explore how culinary inspiration can come from travel, friendship, and "BROmance". In our funniest episode yet, Chefs Jeffrey Weiss and Paras Shah discuss the highlights of their travels, what it's like working for Ferran Adria, and how they chose Las Vegas as the starting point for their restaurant concept, Paella for the People.
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July 29, 2019 S1E8 - How to Eat Better in Las Vegas Off The Strip - Chef James Trees
GTFO The Strip. Lorraine Moss & Louiie Victa talk about the burgeoning restaurant scene outside of The Strip in Las Vegas. Our guest, Chef James Trees, doesn’t mince words, as he discusses what he loves and hates about Strip restaurants and popular restaurateurs. His local spots Ada's In Summerlin and Esther's Kitchen downtown are industry and foodie hot spots. It’s a "no holds barred" interview with an outspoken, succesful local chef.
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41min
July 22, 2019 S1E7 - Like Cheese with that Whine? - Christopher Bugeya, Bazaar Meat
Like Cheese with That Whine? Lorraine Moss & Louiie Victa examine the important relationship between Back of House and Front of House and how it affects hospitality. Christopher Bugeya, General Manager of Bazaar Meat by Jose Andres, talks about how he deals with difficult guests, what he looks for when hiring, and how he achieves work/life balance.
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40min
July 14, 2019 S1E6 - Where in the World are the Good Cooks? - Chef Carlos Santos, China Poblano
Where in the world are the good cooks?!? No really, where are they?
Lorraine Moss and Louiie Victa explore the reasons behind the lack of skill in the current hiring pool. Our dearest boss man and true "chingon", Chef Carlos Santos, Executive Chef of China Poblano, shares his hiring and firing experiences, as well as what he looks for in potential candidates for his Chinese/Mexican food kitchen. What can we be doing better to attract and keep great cooks working in our establishments?
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July 07, 2019 S1E5 - Food & Films: How Chefs Bring Food to Life on the Big Screen (Part 2)
Chefs Lorraine Moss & Louiie Victa examine the role of chef as consultant in making food movie magic. You might be surprised about WHO is behind the scenes teaching actors how to cook and look like seasoned professionals. World class chefs like Thomas Keller and Jose Andres lend their expertise. Listen to Lorraine go on a tangent about one of her most mind-boggling restaurant experiences of all time (The French Laundry!) and how it relates to her favorite chef movie of all time.
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41min
July 01, 2019 S1E4 - Food & Films: Our Favorite Chef Movies (Part 1)
Chefs Lorraine Moss & Louiie Victa discuss their favorite Hollywood takes involving food, chefs, and restaurants. The chefs analyze what makes these films so awesome or in some cases so terrible. Are they true to life? Are chefs really that demanding and aggressive? It's a fun discussion about inspiration, chef drama, and chocolate porn. Yeah, we said it. Now give us a listen, and speak up if you agree OR disagree!
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46min
June 30, 2019 S1E3 - PRIDE on The Line - Chef Susan Feniger
In honor of Pride Month, Lorraine and Louiie travel to Border Grill Downtown Los Angeles to talk with OG Chef Susan Feniger. The Julia Child Award Winner tells them about the exciting new culinary program that pairs teens with seniors at the Los Angeles LGBT Center. Lorraine & Louiie share how they were inspired by the Too Hot Tamales TV show growing up, and Susan explains how she found out about being parodied on SNL’s “Schweddy Balls” skit. Learn from the best of the best in the restaurant industry.
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39min
June 23, 2019 S1E2 - In The Weeds, On the Brink - Psychotherapist Donna Wilburn
Lorraine and Louiie talk about the mental health crisis in the cooking industry. It's been a huge wake up call since the tragic death of Anthony Bourdain. Psychotherapist Donna Wilburn joins the discussion with advice on how to control the chaos, identify problems with our peers, and how to achieve work/personal life balance. We all need to work together and check on each other more often. We got your back!
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FAQs about 2 SHARP CHEFS & A MICROPHONE:

How many episodes does 2 SHARP CHEFS & A MICROPHONE have?

The podcast currently has 101 episodes available.