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  • EP 103 Part II: From Chopped Castaway to Culinary Success: Dwight and Sharon's Journey

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    Chopped: Castaways Reality vs Survival Food + How Dwight & Sharon Build a Family-First Culinary Business

    Dwight and Sharon reflect on Dwight’s time on “Chopped: Castaways,” saying the show wasn’t fully true to how real outdoor survival cooking works and that many contestants were Michelin-level chefs but not naturalists or outdoors people. They argue the judging should have prioritized rustic, hearty survival meals (carbs and fat for energy in brutal weather) rather than fine-dining standards. They share relationship and business advice centered on “stay in your lane,” strong communication, playing to each other’s strengths, and using humor, while also navigating allergies and different food preferences. They describe their mission to create food experiences that include teaching history, health benefits, and ingredient knowledge, and explain how their family-named brands preserve legacy. They outline their product lines, events, private cheffing/catering, and social channels.

    00:00 Behind the Castaways Edit
    01:27 Survival vs Fine Dining
    03:29 Reality Show Not Reality
    04:11 Who Could Actually Survive
    04:36 Stay in Your Lane
    05:52 Allergies and Taste Roles
    07:02 Wild Game and Spicy Balance
    10:36 Meals as Experiences
    13:10 Family Legacy Brands
    15:47 Store Events and Teaching
    17:19 Wild Game Night Surprise
    19:33 Transforming the Store
    20:33 Outdoor Fire Cooking Plans
    21:03 Inside Daws Distribution
    23:27 Events and Pop Shop
    25:06 Keeping It Fun Together
    26:51 Media and TV Advice
    29:16 Faith and Community
    31:06 Where to Find Them

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    35 min
  • EP 102 Part I: From Chopped Castaway to Culinary Success: Dwight and Sharon's Journey

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    Dwight Hudgins & Sharon Young: Jamaican Roots, Hunter-Gatherer Cooking, and Chopped Castaways

    Dwight Hudgins and Sharon Young, a husband-and-wife food storytelling team, share how their love of cooking became a mission rooted in family, culture, and creativity. Sharon recalls growing up in Jamaica with her grandmother Viola Dawes, learning to season, taste as you cook, and eat in season with fresh eggs, chicken, and goat, while Dwight describes similar lessons from his grandfather through hunting, fishing, and seasonal eating, plus early-morning church fish fries. They discuss the kitchen as the heart of the home and the emotional connection to “sacred” seasoned pots. Dwight explains his path from agricultural science at Rutgers, concerned about genetically modified foods and synthetic flavors, to architecture and travel that broadened his exposure to global cuisines beyond soul food. Sharon shares a decade in New York fashion sales and global travel before earning a culinary degree. They also cover how Dwight was recruited for season one of Chopped Castaways, Sharon “training” him, and their smoked, pepper-jam-glazed alligator method, teasing more behind-the-scenes details in part two.

    00:00 Meet Sharon and Dwight
    00:53 Jamaican Roots and Grandma’s Kitchen
    03:44 Eating Seasonal and From the Land
    05:04 Church Fish Fries and Family Memories
    07:28 Kitchen as the Heart of Home
    08:55 Dwight’s Path From Ag to Architecture
    11:08 Sharon’s Fashion to Culinary Journey
    13:55 Riverbank Smoking and Outdoor Cooking
    15:10 Landing Chopped Castaways
    17:49 Alligator Smoking and Pepper Jam
    19:15 Part Two Tease and Wrap Up

    Contact Dwight Hudgins & Sharon Young:

    Website: https://www.barbaraskitchenjams.com

    Email: [email protected] 

    IG: @barbaraskitchen1

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    22 min
  • EP 101: Part II: Chef Adi's Three Michelin Star Internship Experience at Boury

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    In part II this Voice4Chefs conversation, Chef Adi explains how working in international kitchens changed him personally as much as professionally, emphasizing that travel expands perspective beyond career focus and money. He shares an early Dubai experience at Marina Social where a calm, confident senior chef modeled composure and muscle memory under pressure, shaping Adi’s leadership outlook. Adi describes learning to slow down through European culture, contrasting it with the relentless pace of Mumbai. He discusses how Michelin-level kitchens function as disciplined “sanctuaries,” rooted in mise en place, momentum, and leaders who model action rather than blame. Adi details how he applied to Boury Academy at Boury in Belgium, advice for standing out with a crisp CV and clear purpose, and what he learned there about precision, Chef Tim Boury’s attention to detail, and teamwork practices that accelerate prep.


    00:00 Travel Changed Me

    01:25 New Perspectives Abroad

    02:38 Larry Jr Larder Lesson

    06:23 Slow Down To Live

    11:33 Mise En Place Mindset

    14:37 Vision Purpose Momentum

    17:34 Fixing Kitchen Momentum

    19:21 Reject Toxic Chef Culture

    20:53 Landing Boury Stage

    24:58 Meeting Tim and Inge

    26:59 Three Star Teamwork Systems

    30:07 Dubai Breakthrough Mentor

    32:20 Final Advice and Gratitude

    Contact: Chef Adi

    Email: [email protected]

    Instagram:@oui_chefff

    Intern at the Boury Academy: https://www.bouryacademy.com/what


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    39 min
  • EP 100: Part I: Chef Adi's Three Michelin Star Internship Experience at Boury

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    Chef Adi’s Michelin-Star Journey: Purpose, Mise en Place, and Global Kitchen Lessons 

    Chef Adi, an Indian chef currently working at Handmade Cafe in Pune India, shares how his passion for purpose-driven cooking and constant community-focused restaurant culture. Joined by host Michael and co-host Chef Steven, Adi recounts realizing cooking as his identity in his early teens, being inspired by TV cooking shows, and developing “muscle memory” by repeatedly watching techniques when ingredients weren’t affordable. He emphasizes cleaning, organization, and mise en place as foundations for success, and explains kitchen roles like commis and larder. Adi reflects on working across multiple countries, learning people and perspectives through travel, and pursuing excellence in high-level kitchens, including a three-month stage at Belgium’s three-Michelin-star Boury under Chef Tim Boury, where teamwork, discipline, and momentum drive uncompromising standards. Adi also credits Chef Nick for giving him an opportunity in Dubai after a visa rejection, sparking his international journey.


    00:00 Meet Chef Adi

    01:03 Life in Pune India

    02:18 Handmade Cafe Vision

    04:37 Community and Regulars

    05:40 Michael Chef Confession

    09:56 Cooking as Identity

    15:26 TV Shows to Skills

    20:36 Clean Kitchen Culture

    24:48 Travel Changes You


    Contact: Chef Adi

    Email: [email protected]

    Instagram:@oui_chefff

    Intern at the Boury Academy: https://www.bouryacademy.com/what



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    27 min
  • EP 99: A Legacy of Taste: Executive Chef Christophe's Chronicles with Daniel Boulud and his Las Vegas Adventures.

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    On The Voice4Chefs podcast, we welcome Michelin-trained co-host Chef Steven and guest Chef Christophe Domergue, a classically trained French chef who worked in Michelin-level kitchens in France and Switzerland, moved to New York’s Le Cirque via Daniel Boulud in 1992, and later became executive chef at a Gordon Ramsay restaurant at Paris Las Vegas. Domergue traces his passion to long family meals in southwest France and his castle-based culinary school, then describes mentorship in Las Vegas that shifted his focus toward management, P&L, and financial operations. He argues great cooking is no longer enough and emphasizes 401(k) literacy, investing early, and understanding pay stubs, noting many chefs miss employer matching. He recounts COVID’s operational damage and burnout, leading to retirement at 56 after Tropicana’s closure, and stresses balance, communication, and planning for the future.

    00:11 Meet Chef Christophe

    01:06 Family Meals in France

    03:15 Culinary School in a Castle

    03:56 Long Dinners and Culture

    07:37 Food as Connection

    08:49 Vegas Leadership Mentor

    11:05 Why Money Matters for Chefs

    12:46 Career Path to New York

    15:13 Le Cirque and Daniel Boulud

    18:11 Allan Ducasse Network and COVID Wakeup

    20:45 401k Wake Up Call

    21:59 Why Chefs Must Save

    22:45 Fixing 401k Blind Spots

    25:31 Pandemic Kitchen Fallout

    27:48 Choosing Early Retirement

    29:59 Travel Food Traditions

    31:16 Duck Foie Gras Roots

    33:15 Working With Chef Steven

    35:02 Final Money Family Advice

    36:48 Key Takeaways Farewell

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    38 min
  • EP 98: A Journey Beyond the Plate Celebrating Five Years of The Voice4Chefs Podcast

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    Voice4Chefs Turns 5: How a Pandemic Idea Became a Global Hospitality Podcast

    May 2026 marks the five-year anniversary of the Voice4Chefs podcast, founded May 1 2020 during the pandemic when restaurants fell silent and hospitality workers faced uncertainty. The host, a former restaurant professional who transitioned into technology, describes creating the show to honor chefs and the people behind hospitality while battling imposter syndrome and launching with help from Toastmasters mentor Kyle Hall and a leadership project that clarified the podcast’s mission. He credits his wife for building the brand identity and musician Steve Olson for composing the show’s original theme. Discovering the Clubhouse community “Food is Religion” expanded the podcast globally through audio-only conversations and cooking classes, connecting him with Chef Mimi Lan and co-host Chef Steven. Over five years, the podcast has focused on resilience, reinvention, mental health, and human connection.

    00:00 The Silence Begins
    01:28 Why Voice4Chefs Started
    03:36 Imposter Syndrome Hits
    05:24 Toastmasters Turning Point
    07:38 Building the Brand
    08:21 Finding the Theme Song
    13:42 Clubhouse Goes Global
    15:56 Audio Only Cooking Magic
    17:55 Beyond Food Connection
    19:54 Gratitude and Shout Outs
    22:16 What Comes Next

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    24 min
  • Ep97: More Than a Meal: The Story Behind Café Yemen and Its Heartfelt Hospitality

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    In this heartfelt episode, we welcome entrepreneur and restaurateur Tawfik Maudah, founder of Café Yemen in Renton, Washington. Joined by special co-host Carrie Dugan, we explore Tawfik’s journey from a small mountain village in Yemen to building a thriving restaurant rooted in culture, hospitality, and tradition.

    Tawfik shares vivid memories of growing up surrounded by family, fresh food, and daily rituals that shaped his deep appreciation for authentic cuisine. From milking cows as a child to introducing Seattle to Yemeni flavors, his story is one of resilience, identity, and connection.

    This conversation dives into the power of food to bring people together, the rich (and often misunderstood) history of Yemen, and the passion behind creating a truly communal dining experience.

    Key Topics & Highlights

    • Growing Up in Yemen
      • Life in a mountain village with multi-generational family living
      • Fresh, organic food sourced from farms and livestock
      • Daily routines centered around family, food, and community
    • Village vs. City Life
      • Differences in food preparation and lifestyle
      • The loss of authenticity when moving away from farm-fresh ingredients
    • A Childhood Story to Remember
      • Tawfik’s memory of drinking fresh milk straight from the cow before dinner
    • Journey to the United States
      • Coming to the U.S. as a student
      • Finding a sense of belonging and eventually building a life and family here
    • Why Open a Yemeni Restaurant?
      • Noticing the absence of Yemeni cuisine in Seattle
      • Feeling a responsibility to represent his culture
      • The challenges of launching a restaurant
    • The Origins of “Mocha” Coffee
      • The word “mocha” comes from the Yemeni port city Mokha
      • Yemen’s historic role in global coffee trade
    • Yemeni Food & Culture
      • Signature dishes like Fahsa, Mandi, and Ful
      • The importance of shared meals and communal dining
      • Food as a symbol of hospitality and connection
    • Customer Impact
      • Emotional moments when guests praise the authenticity and quality of the food
      • Motivation to keep going through challenges
    • The Reality of Visiting Yemen Today
      • Long, complex travel due to ongoing conflict
      • The beauty and richness of a country often misunderstood
    • A Message to the World
      • “We’re all the same. Food brings us together.”
      • The importance of hospitality, culture, and shared experiences

    Connect with Tofik Maudah

    Website: https://cafeyemen.com/about-us/

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    34 min
  • EP96: The Culinary Compass: Navigating from Kitchens to Podcasts with Chef Steven Leung

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    Chef Steven Leung on Resilience, Entrepreneurship, and Redefining Success Beyond the Kitchen

    Voice4Chefs welcomes chef Steven Leung, who began cooking in his family kitchen in Hong Kong at 12, trained at Le Cordon Bleu LA, and built his career in top Las Vegas kitchens including Mandarin Oriental and the Michelin-starred Guy Savoy, later serving as executive sous chef at the Cosmopolitan. He and host Michael recount meeting during the pandemic on the Clubhouse “Food Is Religion” community, where Steven gained confidence hosting conversations and drew a record crowd of over 600 with a simplified beef chow fun demo. Steven explains how the pandemic showed the risk of building a life on a platform you don’t own, prompting a shift from titles and technique to entrepreneurship, systems, ownership, and long-term thinking, with health as a key catalyst. He defines success as freedom, sustainability, and structure, and joins Voice4Chefs as co-host to deepen conversations on sustainability, business, and legacy.

    00:00 Meet Chef Steven
    01:02 New Year Welcome
    01:47 How We Met
    04:07 Clubhouse Nerves
    05:59 Mimi Recruits Steven
    09:18 Beef Chow Fun Goes Viral
    09:56 Simplifying Home Cooking
    15:15 From Passion to Business
    16:22 Career Over Job
    17:25 Pandemic Wake Up Call
    18:22 Ownership And Leverage
    19:09 Wild Vs Zoo
    21:00 Health Forced Pivot
    23:56 Savings Before The Leap
    24:25 Redefining Success
    25:41 Voice4Chefs Vision
    28:09 Legacy And Freedom
    29:45 Lightning Round
    31:01 Final Takeaways

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    34 min
  • EP95: Chef Check-in Culinary Journeys in the Philippines with Chef Isi Laureano

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    Chef Checkin Celebrating Filipino Cuisine with Chef Isi Laureano:

    Offering insights into Filipino hospitality, culinary heritage, and the value of pursuing one’s passion, this conversational check-in interview features Chef Isi Laureano, reflecting on her journey as a chef and entrepreneur in the Philippines. Isi shares experiences from the pandemic, describing how lockdowns impacted her private chef career and led to a shift toward home-based cooking and food delivery.

    The conversation highlights the evolution of Isi’s business ventures, including the creation of Chili Asylum, a brand focused on spicy products sourced from Filipino farmers, and her long-standing involvement with Traveling Spoon, where she hosts intimate Filipino cooking classes and food tours. Isi emphasizes the importance of family traditions, regional Filipino cuisine, and the adaptability required to thrive in changing circumstances.

    Exploring the diversity of Filipino food, the role of local ingredients and cooking methods, and the cultural significance of rice cakes (kakanin) as a national culinary symbol, Isi discusses the challenges and rewards of teaching, collaborating with other chefs, and maintaining work-life balance. The conversation concludes with reflections on personal growth, advice for navigating career stress, and ways to connect with Isi online.

    00:00 Introduction to Chef Isi Laureano

    01:34 Reconnecting and Reflecting on the Pandemic

    05:49 The Birth of Chili Asylum

    08:12 From Spices to Chili Products

    13:12 The Evolution of Haynayan Ketchups

    15:59 Traveling Spoon and Culinary Tours

    20:03 Malabon Food Tour and Local Heritage

    26:42 Finding Passion in the Kitchen

    27:11 Dreams of a Filipino Deli

    27:56 Recognition and Local Bookings

    29:40 Challenges of a Demanding Client

    32:31 Rediscovering Joy in Cooking

    36:30 A Memorable Trip to Washington

    40:48 The Philippines' National Dish Debate

    43:42 Regional Cooking Styles in the Philippines

    48:59 Final Thoughts and Farewell

    Connect with Chef Isi:

    https://eatmattersph.wixsite.com/eatmatters
    https://www.instagram.com/eatmattersph/
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/isilaureano/

    Recent artice about Chef Isi:

    https://sawasdee.thaiairways.com/cooking-with-the-quiet-ambassador-of-filipino-cuisine/

    Original  episode:

    https://www.voice4chefs.com/cooking-through-the-philippines-with-isi-laureano-of-eat-matters/


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    53 min
  • EP94: Chef Eda Martin From Aspiring Doctor To Accidental Chef

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    From aspiring medical doctor to celebrated chef and food scientist. Chef Eda discusses her early culinary inspirations, including her pivot from nutrition to food science, and her experiences working in the high-profile Los Angeles culinary scene. Chef Eda also explores the challenges of creating allergen-free menus and the innovative techniques she employs in her cooking. Additionally, she provides insights into her role at Microsoft and her current endeavors with Cocina Casera, including their popular dishes and upcoming product launches. With a focus on tradition, creativity, and inclusivity, Chef Eda's story is both inspiring and enlightening for food enthusiasts and professionals alike.

    00:00 Introduction to Chef Eda Martin
    00:35 Early Culinary Inspirations
    03:33 Accidental Journey to Becoming a Chef
    07:49 Culinary Influences and Recipe Development
    11:25 Lessons from the Kitchen
    13:43 Challenging Projects and Allergen-Free Cooking
    15:32 Personal Stories and Foodie Adventures
    23:49 CocinaCasera: The Restaurant and Future Plans
    27:02 Conclusion and How to Connect with Chef Eda

    Contact Chef Eda:

    Email:

    [email protected]

    Instagram:

    https://www.instagram.com/cocinacaserame/

    Website:

    https://www.cocinacasera.me


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    32 min

About The Voice4Chefs Podcast

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The **Voice4Chefs Podcast**, hosted by Michael Dugan comes out of the kitchen and into the studio. Our Mission to amplify the voices of culinary professionals around the world by sharing their…