Episode 23: CMC Exam with Geoffrey Lanez and Luis Young

Episode 23: CMC Exam with Geoffrey Lanez and Luis Young

In this episode, podcast host Rocco Paradiso speaks with newly Certified Master Chefs Luis Young and Geo Lanez as they reflect on the path that led them to achieving the Certified Master Chefs title and what comes next after earning one of the profession's highest honors.

Episode 22: Afternoon Tea and Everything In Between with Cher Harris

In this episode, podcast host Rocco Paradiso sits down with Chef Cher Harris to discuss afternoon tea service and other experience-driven dining she has developed as an Executive Pastry Chef for Hershey Entertainment and Resorts.

Episode 21: The Branding of Quiet Luxury with Candace MacDonald

In this episode, podcast host Rocco Paradiso speaks with Carbonate Co-Founder and Managing Director Candice MacDonald about the concept of quiet luxury and the small details restaurants can invest in to elevate their brand image.

Episode 20: Becoming the Balaboosta with Einat Admony

In this episode, podcast host Rocco Paradiso sits down with Chef Einat Admony to talk about the spices and ingredients she commonly uses in her restaurants along with her experiences as an immigrant that have made her into the ultimate Balaboosta.

Episode 19: Special Dietary Needs with Matthew McComb

In this episode, podcast host Rocco Paradiso chats with Chef Matthew McComb as he shares his own experience of living with celiac and how that has inspired him to focus his business on crafting dining experiences that welcome everyone to the table.