S5 Ep 51: Chef Michael Symon; why hospitality isn't dead, his Food Network rise & why he's not a fan of Michelin

Oh did we have fun with this one! Chef Michael Symon is one of the nicest guys in the business, which somehow make his opinions even more fun. From his IRON CHEF breakout to becoming a Food Network heavyweight, he's built a career entirely on his own terms, including why he does't f*ck with Michelin. On this episode we get into why he believes Los Angeles dining reigns supreme, his current projects (24 in 24, Simply Symons, Chewed Up), his favorite song to air guitar to and why hospitality isn't dead.  Mentions: @chefsymon @simplysymonsshow @chewedupshow @popmustards @lizsymon @foodnetwork @bobbyflay @theodorabrooklyn @chefvinniecimino @cordeliacl @lays @onthebayseafoodocmd @roccodispirito @chefmichy @padmalakshmi @saramoulton @chefaaronsanchez @emeril @wolfgangpuck @catcora @foodandwine @chefirvine @realmarcsummers @carlaphall @clementescrabhouse @clintonkellyoh @simplealien @stacylondonreal @guyfieri @_tfl_ @chefthomaskeller @the.tasting.kitchen @rvr.venice @minettatavernny @gjelinarestaurant @felixlosangeles @dunsmoor.la @badmaashla @si.monla @alisa_wine_friends @fondaloquehay @chefantonia @scopaitalianroots @shukettenyc @donangienyc @barbutonyc @chefjwaxman @marcvetri @susiefogelson @labernardinny Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.