The Chef's Cut
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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! New episodes drop every Tuesday.
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- Chefs’ Guide to the Freezer Aisle: What’s Worth Buying and What to Avoid!! · 40 mntAdrienne 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…
- Chef Marc Vetri’s Ultimate Philadelphia Food Guide!! · 38 mntAdrienne 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…
- Pumpkin Spice Is Here to Stay, But Chefs Say These Food Trends Need to Go!! · 43 mntAdrienne 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…
- Chefs Reveal How to Get Into the Hottest Restaurants In Your City!! · 39 mntAdrienne 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…
- Marcus Samuelsson on Top Chef Success, Bouncing Back From Failure, and Showing Up!! (Part 2 of 2) · 35 mntAdrienne 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…
- Marcus Samuelsson on His Rise, Roots, and The Chefs Who Shaped Him!! (Part 1 of 2) · 32 mntAdrienne 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…
- Top Chef, Michelin, 50 Best, & James Beard: The Race for Restaurant Recognition!! · 32 mntAdrienne 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…
- Top Chefs’ Pantry Must-Haves: What’s Worth Buying and What Isn’t · 52 mntAdrienne 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…
- A Day in the Life of a Private Chef!! · 40 mntAdrienne and Joe pull back the curtain on what a day in the life of a private chef work actually looks like, cutting through the social media romance to expose the real grind of…
- The Kitchen Tools Top Chefs Love and What Belongs in the Trash!! · 42 mntAdrienne and Joe rank chef-approved kitchen gear into three distinct categories: professional-grade, home-use, and "throw it in the trash." In this episode, we also discuss: Why…
- Top Chefs Take on Costco: Food Court Rankings, Recommendations, and Best Kept Kirkland Secrets!! · 32 mntAdrienne and Joe break down the greatness of Costco's food court, why Adrienne finally came around on trying the menu, and how Kirkland became a status symbol. In this episode…
- Diana Davila: Competing on Padma’s Cooking Show, Owning the Narrative & Making Mexican Food Her Own!! · 38 mntAdrienne and Joe are joined by Chef Diana Davila to discuss competing on Padma’s new show (America’s Culinary Cup), the pressure of cooking competition TV, and taking ownership…
- Is Ozempic Changing the Restaurant Industry?!? · 29 mntAdrienne and Joe dive into the Ozempic and GLP-1 trend to unpack its massive impact on the restaurant industry, shifting diner habits, and what it all means for the future of…
- The Walk-In Hall of Fame: Greatest Chef Confessions!! · 32 mntAdrienne and Joe look back at some of the most memorable walk-in confessions from the show, unpacking early-career kitchen mistakes and the intense pressure of proving yourself…
- Michael Solomonov on Zahav, Addiction, and Why Philly is the Best Food City!! · 31 mntAdrienne and Joe are joined by acclaimed Chef Michael Solomonov to talk his award-winning restaurants, the thriving Philadelphia restaurant community, and the realities of…
- From Eating History: How Chicago Deep Dish and Detroit Pizza Were Born!! · 28 mntAdrienne and Joe share their favorite things about regional pizza tastes, including what your favorite Chicago pizzeria says about you. Then we get a taste of Eating History, the…
- What Chefs Think of The Bear's Final Season!! · 43 mntThe Bear has served its final course, and Chef's Cut is breaking down every bite. This week, Adrienne Cheatham and Joe Flamm break down the series finale with a spoiler-filled…
- René Redzepi Returns: Are We Ready for Noma's Next Chapter? · 35 mntThis week, Adrienne and Joe are tackling the latest developments in the René Redzepi and Noma saga. In a newly recorded update, they unpack Redzepi’s controversial return to Noma…
- How to Eat Like a Top Chef When You Travel!! · 43 mntThis week, Adrienne and Joe are talking all things travel, sharing their ultimate guide to eating well on the road. From highlighting underrated food cities across the globe to…
- Inside The Bear: Top Chefs Separate Fact from Fiction!! · 36 mntWith the final season of The Bear almost here, Adrienne and Joe revisit the first four seasons of the hit series to discuss what the show gets right about restaurant life, where…
- The Secret to Shopping the Farmers Market Like a Chef, and Technology Transforming Hospitality!! · 45 mntFarmers market season is here, so Adrienne and Joe are sharing the tips, tricks, and insider knowledge that chefs use to find the best ingredients. From the questions you should…
- EXCLUSIVE: Top Chef Winner Reveals What It Took to Become Season 23 Champion!! · 43 mntThe Top Chef Season 23 champion joins our podcast for an exclusive conversation about the journey from finalist to winner. Fresh off the finale, the newest Top Chef breaks down…
- Top Chef Final 3! An Inside View on the Chaos and Competition!! · 46 mntSPOILER ALERT!! With the Top Chef Season 23 finale just days away, Adrienne and Joe break down the final three chefs and reveal what it really takes to win it all. They analyze…
- Reservation Wars, AI in the Dining Room, and the Future of Hospitality!! · 41 mntThe reservation wars are heating up, as SevenRooms (via DoorDash) seeks to challenge OpenTable and Resy with a major play. Adrienne and Joe tell us why this is just the…
- Our Spicy Takes On The New York Times Top 100 Restaurants & A New Show Launch for Food and History Lovers!! · 32 mntThe New York Times released their list of the 100 Best Restaurants in New York City, and people are in their feelings about it. Arienne and Joe sit down to give their thoughts on…
- Tristen Epps-Long on Fast Food Beginnings, Michelin’s Race Problem, and Becoming a Top Chef Champion!! · 52 mntReigning Top Chef champion Tristen Epps-Long joins Adrienne and Joe to talk about life after Top Chef, fine dining in Afro-Caribbean cuisine, and what comes after Top Chef…
- This Merger Could Change What You Eat—and How Much You Pay For It · 35 mntThere’s an impending food supply merger that could have a huge impact on the restaurant industry, so Adrienne and Joe break down what that means for business owners, consumers…
- Karen Akunowicz on Boston’s Food Scene, Bib Gourmand, and the Importance of Powerlifting!! · 51 mntAdrienne and Joe are joined by Bib Gourmand award-winning Chef Karen Akunowicz to talk about the Boston food scene, excellent food at a great value, and the importance of finding…
- Gail Simmons on Why Top Chef Wins, Cooking Competition Shows and What Judges Really Think!! · 59 mntThis week we’re joined by the one and only Gail Simmons, Top Chef judging legend and renowned food author. Andrienne and Joe ask her what has kept Top Chef on top for so many…
- The Ruth’s Chris-Chili’s Dress Code Feud, Michelin’s Identity Crisis, and Wonton Lasagna!! · 31 mntThe Michelin Guide is taking a new tack with American restaurants, but is it just diluting their brand? Adrienne and Joe discuss the “recommended” restaurant approach, Michelin…
- James Beard Finalists Revealed: The Surprises, Snubs, and Secrets!! · 21 mntThe 2026 James Beard Award Nominee finalists were just announced, so Adrienne and Joe dive headfirst into the biggest surprises, omissions, and things they’d like to see happen…
- Hospitality Series Pt. 3: Simon Kim on Breaking Steakhouse Rules, Redefining Fried Chicken, and Going Global!! · 40 mntIt’s part 3 of our series on restaurant hospitality, and this week Adrienne and Joe are joined by James Beard nominee Simon Kim, the man behind COTE Korean Steakhouse and…
- Hospitality Series (Pt. 2): Drew Nieporent on Creating Celebrity Chefs, A-List Partnerships, and Going 40 for 40!! · 53 mntAdrienne and Joe are back for part two of our three part hospitality series, this time with legendary restaurateur Drew Nieporent of Nobu and Tribeca Grill fame. They talk about…
- René Redzepi - Noma Controversy, the $1,500 LA Pop-Up, and What Happens Next?! · 24 mntThis week on the Chef’s Cut, Adrienne and Joe react to René Redzepi stepping down from Noma amid allegations of past abuse. They talk about how this story has reverberated…
- Hospitality Series (Pt. 1): Beard Award Buzz, Top Chef Restaurant Wars, and What Makes a Restaurant Great!! · 50 mntAdrienne and Joe sit down for part one of our three part series on restaurant hospitality and the role of the restauranteur. They preview our upcoming conversations with Simon…
- Padma Takes On Top Chef, Judging Secrets, and the Evolution of Food TV!! · 59 mntCooking competition shows are heating up this week as Padma Lakshmi’s new show (America’s Culinary Cup) takes on Top Chef. Adrienne and Joe debate which format will win out, and…
- Eli Sussman On Memes, Mistakes, and Making Fun of Restaurant Life!! · 53 mntViral Chef Eli Sussman joins Adrienne and Joe to talk about how he became a hero to line cooks everywhere. They discuss his relatable kitchen humor, how he gained such a large…
- Nina Compton on The Top Chef Runner-Up Club, Caribbean Cuisine’s Ascent and Mardi Gras Madness!! · 51 mntAward-winning chef and Top-Chef runner-up Nina Compton joins Adrienne and Joe to talk about the rise of Caribbean cuisine, Mardi Gras in a New Orleans kitchen, and life after Top…
- Valentine’s Day Romance vs Reality and Falling Head-Over-Heels for Food!! · 44 mntAdrienne and Joe are digging into the busiest restaurant holiday of the year: Valentine’s Day. They tell us why the prix fixe menu is essential to success, operational challenges…
- Byron Gomez on Burger King Beginnings, Life After Top Chef, and Meeting Michelin Expectations!! · 52 mntTop Chef alum and Michelin star chef Byron Gomez of BRUTØ joins us to talk about his path from fast food roots to the world of fine dining. Plus, we discuss: Skipping culinary…
- Super Bowl Snacks, Burger Hype, and the Internet’s Case Against Opening a Restaurant!! · 46 mntThe Super Bowl is just over a week away so Adrienne and Joe try the latest viral snack, Reverse Jalapeño Poppers. They also debate some of your favorite Super Bowl snacks and…
- Michael Anthony’s Gramercy Tavern Legacy, His First New Restaurant in 20 Years & a Skyline Chili Debate!! · 49 mntAdrienne and Joe are joined by acclaimed Chef Michael Anthony to talk about his time at the iconic Gramercy Tavern, and what he hopes to achieve at his new restaurant, Lex Yard…
- Michelin Guide Controversy, New Year’s Goals and the Internet's Favorite Phyllo Cake!! · 50 mntAdrienne and Joe are back in the new year and tell us all about their biggest goals for what lies ahead, including TV hosting aspirations and building more community among local…
- Back on the Menu: Kristen Kish Dishes It All (First Guest Episode Re-Release) · 51 mntIt’s a new year, so we’re throwing it back to one of our favorite episodes of The Chef’s Cut. Award-winning chef Kristen Kish joins hosts Adrienne Cheatham and Joe Flamm for a…
- Back on the Menu: Adrienne & Joe on Food TV, Tofu Tales, & Real-Life Friendship (First Episode Re-Release) · 56 mnt🎙️ We’re throwing it back to our first ever episode of The Chef’s Cut, as Adrienne and Joe dive into everything from food industry headlines to hilarious kitchen horror stories…
- Chef Battle Scars, Eggnog Judgment Day, and the One Question Every Chef Hates!! · 47 mntIt’s the holiday season so Adrienne and Joe are debating the most important questions: Is it time to give up on eggnog? Where does prime rib rank among Christmas meats? And what…
- Jamila Robinson on Leading Bon Appétit, Picking 50 Best, and the Case Against Anonymous Critics · 48 mntThis week on The Chef’s Cut, Adrienne and Joe are joined by one of the most important figures in American food media: Jamila Robinson, editor-in-chief of Bon Appétit and…
- The Ultimate Steak Cuts, Viral Fishy-Marshmallow Treats, and Buying Silence to Save your Job!! · 36 mntWith Joe’s latest restaurant opening in Chicago, Adrienne gets all the secrets on how he sources ingredients for his kitchens. How do you balance getting local ingredients with…
- Maneet Chauhan Talks Chef Life, TV Fame, and the Universal Language of Food! · 50 mntAdrienne and Joe are joined by Food Network star and decorated chef Maneet Chauhan to talk about how she chose the chef life, the universal language of food, and how she attempts…
- Thanksgiving Special: Ultimate Fast Food Orders, Butter Dipped Ice Cream?, and Thanksgiving Favorites · 50 mntThanksgiving is finally upon us, so Adrienne and Joe share some of their favorite holiday memories from the kitchen and at home. Even when you become a professional chef, can you…
