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Culinary Collaborations with Tinker Street


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Exploring Tinker Street: Culinary Collaborations and Local Ingredients

In this exciting episode of the Okay Cook Podcast, host Chris Whonsetler meets up with Andy Heiser and engages with Jourdan Ivory, the Restaurant Operations Manager, and Tyler Shortt, the Executive Chef, of Tinker Street. They delve into their roles, recent collaborations, and the essence of local ingredients. The conversation touches on various culinary events such as MOKAO and the Peony Festival, highlighting their unique dishes and the importance of community in the food scene. The episode also explores the challenges and joys of maintaining a hospitality-driven restaurant, tips for home chefs, and the ongoing efforts to educate the next generation of chefs. With personal anecdotes and insights, this episode provides a comprehensive look into the delicious world of Tinker Street and the broader Indianapolis culinary landscape.
Find Jourdan & Tyler
Web: https://tinkerstreetrestaurant.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tinkerstreetindy/?hl=en
In Person: 402 E 16th St, Indianapolis, IN 46202
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Mentioned in Episode: 
Ariel & Youssef Episode: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/3x7ApeA1wZ0zy1SOMj717o?si=9d43dd30304a42aa⁠
Epicurean Event: Oct 4!  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17903573808044419/?hl=en⁠
⁠https://www.epicureanindy.com/⁠
Caitlin Green Oxtail Recipe at end of Episode 22: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/6JEsQM26vpCilO2wntqWIE?si=44729e154dcc404a⁠
00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter
00:26 Meet the Guests: Jourdan and Tyler from Tinker Street
01:17 Reconnecting and Past Events
02:54 MOKAO Event Highlights
03:42 The Art of Collaboration in the Culinary World
18:12 Local Ingredients and Seasonal Cooking
26:43 Educating the Future Chefs
28:09 The Importance of Culinary Skills for Kids
28:20 Challenges of Cooking for Large Groups
28:52 The Process of Creating a Restaurant Dish
30:02 The Role of Preparation in Cooking
31:06 Testing and Scaling Recipes
32:09 The Secret Sauce: Cooking to Taste
38:59 Balancing Customer Preferences and Dish Integrity
41:04 The Unique Experience at Tinker Street
41:52 Collaborating with Local Art and Farmers
43:14 Encouraging Home Chefs to Keep It Simple
47:48 Community Engagement and Future Events
58:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Crew: 
Chris Whonsetler
Web: ChrisWhonsetler.com
Instagram: @FromFieldToTable & @WhonPhoto
Andy Heiser
Web: RakeDevelopment.com
Instagram: @andheiser

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