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The Chef’s Cut focuses on the stories and techniques behind the food you love the most! Each week, Top Chef alums Adrienne Cheatham and Joe Flamm give you behind the scenes kitchen access and share food tips that will make you look like a culinary hero, all while hanging out with their celebrity chef friends and making you laugh a lot. If you’re a foodie, there’s a good chance The Chef’s Cut will be the highlight of your week!
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- 2 days ago40 min
Chefs’ Guide to the Freezer Aisle: What’s Worth Buying and What to Avoid!!
Adrienne and Joe crack open the freezer to destroy the stigma around frozen food, breaking down why frozen ingredients often beat "fresh" produce and how to turn a freezer into the ultimate culinary armory. In this episode, we also discuss: Why frozen produce is often picked at peak freshness and holds more nutrients Essential freezer proteins: shrimp and big cuts like pork shoulder and short ribs Vegetable workhorses: peas, frozen spinach, and peas Freezer fruit favorites: wild blueberries for baking, dark cherries, and instant smoothies Guilty pleasures and wild cards: hash brown patties, Uncrustables, Stouffer's lasagna, and Totino's pizza rolls What to skip in the freezer aisle Go-to ice cream and sorbet picks, from Häagen-Dazs Alphonso Mango to McConnell's Salted Caramel Chip Follow the show: @chefscutpod Follow Adrienne: @chefadriennecheatham Follow Joe: @insta.flamm
- 1 weeks ago38 min
Chef Marc Vetri’s Ultimate Philadelphia Food Guide!!
Adrienne and Joe are joined by culinary legend Chef Marc Vetri, one of Philadelphia's most influential chefs, acclaimed cookbook author, and a key force behind bringing the Michelin Guide to the city. In this episode, we also discuss: Why he chose Philly over New York in 1998 and how the local food scene evolved How Philadelphia welcomes hometown chefs versus industry outsiders Marc’s Philly food map: breakfast pho, Reading Terminal Market, cheesesteaks, Zahav, and Royal Izakaya Opening Vetri in the early days when diners weren't ready for regional Italian fine dining Staying strictly in his lane: Italian culinary philosophy and why rules vary region to region The two-year lobbying effort to bring the Michelin Guide to Philadelphia The concepts behind his restaurants: Vetri, Fiorella Pasta, and Pizzeria Salvy Walk-In Confession: A baby lamb vs. goat mix-up that sparked a long-running feud with a food critic Follow Marc: @marcvetri Follow the show: @chefscutpod Follow Adrienne: @chefadriennecheatham Follow Joe: @insta.flamm
- 2 weeks ago42 min
Pumpkin Spice Is Here to Stay, But Chefs Say These Food Trends Need to Go!!
Adrienne and Joe kick off Pumpkin Spice Season by unpacking the life cycle of food trends, looking at why some viral crazes become enduring classics while others fade. In this episode, we also discuss: The core rule of food trends: why comfort, convenience, and identity outlast novelty Debating hot honey, avocado toast, and how espresso martinis earned their permanent spot Why culinary foam, cake pops, and tower-style plating don't hold up Over-the-top Bloody Mary garnishes: fun spectacle or annoying gimmick? The comeback of cottage cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and fondue How to evaluate a trend: does it genuinely improve the food or just look good on camera? Follow the show: @chefscutpod Follow Adrienne: @chefadriennecheatham Follow Joe: @insta.flamm
- 3 weeks ago39 min
Chefs Reveal How to Get Into the Hottest Restaurants In Your City!!
Adrienne and Joe unlock the secrets to scoring the hottest tables in town, breaking down industry insider strategies for beating the reservation bots and getting seated at fully booked restaurants. In this episode, we also discuss: Why showing up at doors-open and working the cancellation list actually works Ditching reservation apps and the power of calling the restaurant directly Building genuine relationships with hosts, floor managers, and door staff How sitting at the bar is often the easiest backdoor into a sold-out room How front-of-house teams manage table inventory and holdbacks behind the scenes Why tweaking your party size or dining time dramatically improves your odds The newest technology in restaurant hospitality A behind-the-scenes story on accommodating the first lady and the Secret Service during a packed service Check out: Superhost by Slang Follow the show: @chefscutpod Follow Adrienne: @chefadriennecheatham Follow Joe: @insta.flamm
- Oct 5, 202635 min
Marcus Samuelsson on Top Chef Success, Bouncing Back From Failure, and Showing Up!! (Part 2 of 2)
Adrienne and Joe welcome back Chef Marcus Samuelsson for Part 2 of their conversation, diving deep into the art of mentorship, surviving business failures, the power of plant-forward cooking, and what it takes to build a lasting legacy in food. In this episode, we also discuss: Preparing mentee chefs for high-pressure platforms like Top Chef Building team confidence, granting creative ownership, and protecting mentor relationships Lessons from failure: how the closure of Merkato led directly to the success of Red Rooster Staying hands-on on the line while expanding a multi-faceted culinary career Food tech, raising global visibility for African cuisine, and social media’s impact on young chefs Marcus’s new cookbook and bringing plant-forward ingredients into everyday home cooking Early-career disasters: Marcus’s New Year’s Eve mishap in Switzerland Follow Marcus: @marcuscooks Follow the show: @chefscutpod Follow Adrienne: @chefadriennecheatham Follow Joe: @insta.flamm
- Sep 28, 202631 min
Marcus Samuelsson on His Rise, Roots, and The Chefs Who Shaped Him!! (Part 1 of 2)
Adrienne and Joe are joined by culinary icon Chef Marcus Samuelsson for Part 1 of a two-part conversation exploring his remarkable career, early New York breakthrough, global training, and the mentors who shaped his philosophy. In this episode, we also discuss: Training across Europe and Japan and blending global technique with personal heritage Finding cultural identity through Swedish roots, Ethiopian heritage, and fine dining Lessons and mentorship from industry legends like Charlie Trotter and Leah Chase Building access, equity, and visibility for chefs of color and women in the industry Opening Red Rooster and harnessing food as a driver for community pride in Harlem Spotting talent, leading teams, and mentoring the next generation of culinary leaders Rapid-fire “Yes Chef, No Chef” on social media, industry awards, and restaurant longevity Follow Marcus: @marcuscooks Follow the show: @chefscutpod Follow Adrienne: @chefadriennecheatham Follow Joe: @insta.flamm
- Sep 21, 202632 min
Top Chef, Michelin, 50 Best, & James Beard: The Race for Restaurant Recognition!!
Adrienne and Joe take on the high-stakes world of culinary awards and rankings, examining how Michelin, James Beard, Top Chef, and the newly renamed “50 Best” shape restaurant visibility, and whether industry prestige still translates to real-world diners. In this episode, we also discuss: Why a Top Chef run can offer more mainstream business impact than a James Beard win Whether Michelin’s Sysco partnership creates a pay-to-play perception How tourism board funding fuels Michelin’s expansion into new markets Stars vs. recommended plaques: how the public misunderstands Michelin tiers Corporate sponsorships, financial independence, and the James Beard Foundation The 50 Best voting model and concerns surrounding hosted chef trips Why major accolades still drive bookings, press, and fine-dining revenue Industry hype vs. actual diners: who really decides if an award matters? Follow the show: @chefscutpod Follow Adrienne: @chefadriennecheatham Follow Joe: @insta.flamm
- Sep 14, 202652 min
Top Chefs’ Pantry Must-Haves: What’s Worth Buying and What Isn’t
Adrienne and Joe break down how to build a high-quality, high-utility pantry, spotlighting the versatile staples worth keeping stocked, and the overrated ingredients taking up valuable space. In this episode, we also discuss: Essential vinegars, everyday cooking oils, and picking a dependable olive oil Shelf-stable workhorses: the best canned chickpeas, tomatoes, rice, and pasta Jarred flavor boosters, including anchovies and giardiniera Secret weapon ingredients: dashi, shio koji, and clarified butter Overrated pantry items to toss immediately, from truffle oil to pre-ground pepper Pricy ingredients people buy but rarely use, like saffron, vanilla beans, and showpiece oils Follow the show: @chefscutpod Follow Adrienne: @chefadriennecheatham Follow Joe: @insta.flamm
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