On the 293rd episode of You Know I’m Right, Nick Durst and Joe Calabrese are joined by former MasterChef contestant and chef Jonathan Scinto to discuss:
- Growing up in St. James, NY (Long Island) in an Italian and Jewish family, having a love for the kitchen from a young age
- Graduating New York Institute of Technology with a BFA degree in graphic design, working as a Client Sales Manager for Post Perfect
- What was the moment he realized you truly wanted to pursue Culinary arts and become a chef?
- Being an early business owner owning “Home Cookin Cafe." What advice would he give somebody in a similar position given the difficulty of the restaurant industry?
- Director of Recreational Cooking Classes at local school; tips for teaching?
- Inventor of "Itasian" cuisine (combination of Italian and Asian influences)
- Working as a private and catering chef and favorite events to cater?
- Making multiple TV appearances, including on the Food Network (Chopped), MasterChef Season 6 on FOX, Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (S1 E 5 & 7) on Amazon Prime and other streaming platforms like Netflix – who approached him and what is the process for a cook/chef seeking exposure?
- Developing and producing “Family Kitchen Revival” and has he been approached about working on a program with a similar premise?
- Other famous chefs who have influenced him the most? Favorite people (famous people and celebrities) he has met?
- Personal favorite dish?
- Favorite original creation?
- Best way to grow social media presence and stand out from other foodies?
- Charity work and giving back to the community
- You Know I'm Right moment
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