2 SHARP CHEFS & A MICROPHONE

2 SHARP CHEFS & A MICROPHONE

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2 SHARP CHEFS & A MICROPHONE episodes

  • BONUS! episode: Chef David Thomas: How He Helped Feed an Island
    Happy New Year! Here’s a little BONUS for all of our amazing supporters and culinary family. Think Food Group Culinary Director, David Thomas, gives a detailed account of the struggles and triumphs for chefs helping on the ground after Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico. What was it like with Chef Jose Andres taking charge daily? How does he feel about the unparalleled accomplishments of World Central Kitchen? And why did he feel guilty when it was time to come back home?
    30 min
  • S1E30 - Be a Leader, Not Just a Boss - Chef David Thomas, Think Food Group
    When Chef David Thomas enters a kitchen, you know it. You feel a sense of urgency; he earns your attention and respect. The quintessential chef has worked at the helm of some of the finest establishments in the U.S. - including the restaurants of Chefs Jose Andres and Thomas Keller. In this compelling episode, the Jose Andres Think Food Group Culinary Director, offers stellar advice for cooks, chefs, and managers at all levels. He talks about how to cultivate a diligent team and how to ace a stage - even when your taste tester is Jose Andres... and all you have in your knife bag is pork rinds.
    44 min
  • S1E29 - Holiday Baking: Panettone - Chef Benoit Cornet

    Holiday Baking: Panettone - Chef Benoit Cornet

    In this Christmas Special Edition, French American Executive Chef, Benoit Cornet, reveals the secrets behind his delectable holiday panettone. Why is it unique? Lo & Lou also talk about the interesting history of the Italian Christmas pastry. And all the chefs share their families’ holiday food traditions - from French to American and Portuguese to Filipino. Merry Christmas from 2 Sharp Chefs!

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    49 min
  • S1E28 - Vegans, Baby: Making Plant-Based Easier - Diana Edelman

    Chefs Lorraine Moss & Louiie Victa are talking with Vegans, Baby in Vegas, baby. Diana Edelman is the driving force behind the city’s “Veganuary,” a month-long celebration of the plant-based lifestyle. Fresh off her groundbreaking Las Vegas chefs’ vegan dinner series, at the prestigious James Beard House in New York City, Diana shares her favorite plant-based entrees and snacks on and off The Strip. She tells us what it was like working for an elephant sanctuary in Thailand and how that led to her future food choices. Plus, she has super tips for people who want to try one vegan meal a day, one vegan day a week, or even go plant-based all the way.

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    49 min
  • S1E27 - Chef Mom, 7 Kids! - Chef Yazmin Asoau

    Yazmin Asoau creates unparalleled pastry at 3 Michelin Star Joel Robuchon each evening; during the day, she manages a household with 7 children! Lo & Lou find out how she survives, even thrives at both jobs - while working through the holidays. Part of her secret? Her little ones stoke her imagination. What can we all learn from this superwoman with a wicked sense of humor? For one thing, you can coddle your eggs, but not your children. Sweet advice and a hilarious conversation is coming your way!

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    47 min
  • S1E26 - Family Meal with "Mama" - Crystina Nguyen

    She's known throughout the Las Vegas culinary community as "Mama". Crystina Nguyen, General Manager of the popular "District One", dazzles with her famous family meals. In a very lively restaurant setting (in the middle of a rainstorm), Lo & Lou chat with Mama about her family meal philosophy, why it makes her emotional, and how cooking for your employees can help the restaurant business in general. Crystina is the only guest we've talked with who says "heart" is the most important tool in her day to day activities. We're so happy to meet Mama. You will be happy, too.

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    35 min
  • S1E25 - Thanksgiving Special: Mitch Moss Interviews 2 Sharp Chefs

    In this Thanksgiving Special Edition, the tables turn as 2 Sharp Chefs add a Sports guy. Lo’s husband, national radio and TV host Mitch Moss of VSIN sports betting network, interviews both Lorraine & Louiie on their 25th episode. What are their favorite podcasts? Were there any surprises? Who would be their ultimate dream guest? Get to know the lady chefs better as they say thank you to the subscribers and talk about what’s to come. There's definitely some good-natured ribbing involved. Happy Thanksgiving family!

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    42 min
  • S1E24 - Growing Veggies in Vegas - Garden Farms of NV

    Growing Veggies in Vegas! - Desert dwellers, how does your garden grow? Lo & Lou are getting help to make sure it’s pretty & plentiful. The super green thumbs at Garden Farms of Nevada have tips for planting almost any vegetable, herb, or fruit you might want. And yes, right here in our backyards (or patios or windowsills!). Plant expert Vanessa Portillo tells us what works best in each season, the common mistakes we make in the desert, and how we can save the planet while doing it. If you’re a plant nerd like Lorraine or even if you’re totally new to going green, it’s an awesome conversation about controlling what goes in your food and in your body.

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    43 min
  • S1E23 - Saluting Veterans in the Kitchen - Chef Sandra Palomo

    Lo & Lou talk with U.S. Army Veteran, Sandra Palomo, who continues to demonstrate discipline and sacrifice in the professional kitchen. The Four Seasons Sous Chef shares how she’s coped under pressure and in tragedy. Hear how she’s grown from the challenges. 2 Sharp Chefs is proud to honor Chef Sandra and all those who’ve sacrificed to protect our country on this Veterans Day and everyday.

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    38 min
  • S1E22 - A Cat Cafe in LAS VEGAS? - Rescued Treasures Cat Cafe

    Pet a Cat, Drink a Coffee - Lo & Lou get a tour of the only Cat Cafe in Las Vegas, Rescued Treasures Cat Cafe. Meet the cafe’s “Purrista” in charge, Mandy Wasson- Cassidy. Find out why the non-profit business needed to get creative to help local cats. If you’re a feline friend like Louiie, this episode is purrfect for you. And if you’re a dog lover like Lorraine, you can live vicariously through her discomfort. It’s all for a good cause!

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    36 min

About 2 SHARP CHEFS & A MICROPHONE

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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 better sense of community among cooks, chefs, restaurant workers, and food lovers in Las Vegas & worldwide.