Dave and Chris once again power up their state-of-the-art “supercomputer” (which sounds conspicuously like their producer Isaac Lee) to answer a variety of questions posed by its intelligent algorithm. Then, they bring in legendary chef Éric Ripert of Le Bernardin to discuss his illustrious career and impact, as well as the process of reopening his restaurant during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Best Breakfast Cereals, Tipping During the Pandemic, and Underrated Foods. Plus: Too Small to Fail Vol. 13, With Chef Éric Ripert of Le Bernardin.

Dave Chang has a few questions. Besides being the chef of the Momofuku restaurants and the creator and host of Netflix’s 'Ugly Delicious,' Dave is an avid student and fan of sports, music, art, film, and, of course, food. In ranging conversations that cover everything from the creative process to his guest’s guiltiest pleasures, Dave and a rotating cast of smart, thought-provoking guests talk about their inspirations, failures, successes, fame, and identities.

Society & Culture

Personal Journals

History

Philosophy

Places & Travel

Arts

Literature

Performing Arts

Design

Food

Fashion & Beauty

Visual Arts

Dave is joined by Chris Ying and friends of the show Kelly Meinhardt and Chris Bianco. The group discusses what they’d bring to a hypothetical pizza and pasta potluck before getting into a game of Buy or Sell. Topics include the proposed Apple home robot, hot food vending machines, and the future of sugar (and sugar substitutes).
Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Guests: Chris Bianco and Kelly Meinhardt
Producers: Victoria Valencia and Euno Lee
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Pizza Potluck and Buy or Sell With Chris Bianco and Kelly Meinhardt

Dave is joined by Momofuku CEO Marguerite Mariscal to talk about challenges and next steps with the name “chili crunch.”
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Discussing Momofuku Chili Crunch, With Marguerite Mariscal

Dave and Chris Ying discuss the pros and cons of charging a cancellation fee for reservations, three alternative things they would have done in college, and Dave’s fixation on an all-you-can-eat French buffet.
Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Producers: Victoria Valencia and Euno Lee
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Reservation Cancellation, and the Glory of an All-You-Can-Eat French Buffet | My Opinion is Fact

Dave is joined by Chris Ying as the two discuss some principles of seasoning and eating at bachelor/bachelorette parties. The two get into a How to Menu at Dallas chophouse Town Hearth before getting into a match of Culinary Arbitrage.
Restaurants featured include: San Francisco Greek specialist Kokkari Estiatorio, Nashville's casual fine-dining hotspot Hathorne, and Southern California Korean cold noodle specialist Mo Ran Gak.
Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Producers: Victoria Valencia and Euno Lee
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Seasoning Do’s and Don’ts and How to Menu at Town Hearth

Dave is joined by Chris Ying as the two discuss three things they look for in oysters. The two then get into a new segment, Primary Source, where they hear from experts in sourcing various foods, starting with beef with Flannery Beef COO Katie Flannery.
Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Guest: Katie Flannery
Producers: Victoria Valencia, Cory McConnell, and Euno Lee
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Best Breakfast Cereals, Tipping During the Pandemic, and Underrated Foods. Plus: Too Small to Fail Vol. 13, With Chef Éric Ripert of Le Bernardin.

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