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

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Web: ChrisWhonsetler.com

Instagram: @FromFieldToTable & @WhonPhoto

Andy Heiser

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Web: RakeDevelopment.com

Instagram: @andheiser