Today Patty brings you yet another big name guest, celebrity Chef Joe Gatto. The focus is on his unique approach to cooking from scratch. Chef Gatto emphasizes that his culinary journey truly begins at the foundation, where he passionately crafts every element of his dishes. This includes making his own charcoal, sourcing water from the Atlantic, creating homemade salts, milking cows for butter and cheese, and more. He believes that this hands-on approach connects him deeply with the food he prepares, understanding that food is more than just sustenance; it carries cultural and personal significance.
Chef Gatto's commitment to scratch cooking extends to his family, where his children actively participate in the process, making pasta, noodles, and even grinding flour for bread. His well-equipped kitchen and continuous cooking ensure that everything he produces gets used efficiently.
He emphasizes that cooking from scratch doesn't have to be time-consuming, offering practical tips for busy individuals to incorporate fresh, homemade elements into their meals. Chef Gatto's culinary journey, from filmmaker to private chef to a successful TV show host and author, exemplifies his adaptable and dynamic approach to life, which he now shares with his wife on their new podcast, "The Goddess and the Chef." focusing on their experiences as entrepreneurs, juggling multiple responsibilities, and living life to the fullest.
Instagram: @chefjoegatto and @goddessandthechefWebsite: www.joegattofromscratch.com