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On The PassHot Spot: Tara Monsod of Animae + Le CoqThere’s a certain kind of magic that happens at the intersection of memory and ambition, and Chef Tara Monsod is living proof of that. In this episode, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Tara, the Executive Chef of Animae and Le Coq in San Diego and a two-time James Beard Award finalist, to explore the story behind her meteoric rise — and the deeper mission fueling her work. Born and raised in LA, Tara has become one of San Diego’s fiercest culinary champions. We discuss how she’s reshaping perceptions of the city’s food scene, why...
2025-08-0659 minOn The Pass128. Hot Spot: Scott Linder of Matū + Matū KaiIn this episode of On The Pass, host Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Scott Linder — chef, creative collaborator, and co-founder of Matū and Matū Kai, two standout restaurants in Los Angeles that are quietly, and powerfully, reshaping the steakhouse as we know it. Scott takes us behind the curtain of Matū’s vertically integrated model — built in partnership with First Light Farms in New Zealand — and shares why owning the full story of the beef, from soil to service, was the only way forward. This isn’t about indulgence — it’s about responsibility, intention, and the pursuit of better: better...
2025-07-0249 minOn The PassPablo Rivero: Powering Restaurants in a New EraPablo Rivero is CEO of Resy + Tock and SVP of American Express Global Dining, leading the charge in reshaping how diners connect with restaurants worldwide. With a deep background in both strategy and hospitality, Pablo brings a rare blend of tech-forward thinking and boots-on-the-ground understanding of the industry. In this episode of On The Pass, Gabriel and Pablo dive into how he stays close to the heartbeat of restaurants even as his role becomes increasingly strategic. They discuss the evolution of Resy’s mission, the current structural challenges facing independent restaurants, and what it truly mea...
2025-05-2841 minOn The PassEffects Of Change Ep. 6: Fawn Weaver + Series Round UpIn Episode 6 of Effects of Change, Jamila and Gabriel sit down with Fawn Weaver, entrepreneur, author, and spirits mogul, CEO of Grant Sidney Inc. and owner of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey. They discuss leading as your authentic self. Jamila and Gabriel close out the series by reflecting on everything they've learned through these conversations, the progress that has been made, and the work that still lies ahead. Learn More about Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey: https://bit.ly/464ow8N Follow Fawn Weaver on Instagram: https://bit...
2025-02-1944 minOn The PassEffects Of Change Ep. 5: Clare Reichenbach + Tim Brooke-Web In Episode 5 of Effects of Change, Jamila and Gabriel sit down with Clare Reichenbach, CEO of the James Beard Foundation, and Tim Brooke-Webb, Managing Director of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants, Bars, and Hotels platform. They discuss awards, recognition, and the importance of these platforms as vehicles for discovery and community building. Learn More about The World's 50 Best Ecosystem: https://bit.ly/416kRGt Learn more about The James Beard Foundation: https://bit.ly/3X6Lk5J Follow Tim Brooke-Webb and Clar...
2025-02-1946 minOn The PassEffects Of Change Ep. 4: Melina Shannon-DiPietro + Juliane Caillouette NobleIn Episode 4 of Effects of Change, Jamila and Gabriel sit down with Melina Shannon-DiPietro, Managing Director of MAD, the nonprofit founded by chef René Redzepi of restaurant Noma, and Juliane Caillouette Noble, Managing Director of the Sustainable Restaurant Association. Together, they discuss sustainability, the supply chain, and the broader impact of how and what we eat. Follow Melina Shannon-DiPietro and Juliane Caillouette Noble on Instagram: https://bit.ly/40Zn5r8 https://bit.ly/4i4Xbcp Follow On The Pass on Instagram: http...
2025-02-1939 minOn The PassEffects Of Change Ep. 3: Daniel Humm + Elena ReygadasIn Episode 3 of Effects of Change, Jamila and Gabriel sit down with Daniel Humm, chef and owner of the iconic New York fine-dining establishment Eleven Madison Park, and Elena Reygadas, The World’s Best Female Chef 2023 and chef-owner of Rosetta in Mexico City. They discuss philosophical change and the courage to cook the food they truly want to create. Learn more about Bon Appétit: https://bit.ly/49CWK51 Follow Daniel Humm and Elena Reygadas on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3EVVdg3 https://bit.ly/3EUm4...
2025-02-1952 minOn The PassEffects Of Change Ep. 2: Sean Sherman + Rupa BhattacharyaIn Episode 2 of Effects of Change, Jamila and Gabriel sit down with Sean Sherman—award-winning chef, educator, author, and activist—and Rupa Bhattacharya, Executive Director of the Strategic Initiatives Group at The Culinary Institute of America. Together, they discuss heritage, culture, and education through the lens of food. Learn more about Bon Appétit: https://bit.ly/49CWK51 Follow Sean Sherman and Rupa Bhattacharya on Instagram: https://bit.ly/412ibK1 https://bit.ly/439ckVI Watch On The Pass Origin...
2025-02-1950 minOn The PassEffects Of Change Ep. 1: Jamila Robinson + Gabriel OrnelasJamila and Gabriel kick off this series opener by introducing Effects of Change, a Bon Appétit and On The Pass original six-part series. The series explores progress and features intimate conversations with some of the most influential change-makers in the restaurant and hospitality industry. Learn more about Bon Appétit: https://bit.ly/49CWK51 Follow Bon Appétit and Jamila Robinson on Instagram: https://bit.ly/48mwHOi Watch On The Pass Original: RARE, A Chef's Story: https://b...
2025-02-1224 minOn The PassMauro Colagreco: The Next Era for ChefsChef Mauro Colagreco has famously said, “We aren’t a restaurant with a garden, we are a garden with a restaurant.” He and his team are deeply committed to safeguarding the world’s culinary heritage, particularly through the preservation of biodiversity in both flora and fauna. This dedication has extended his role far beyond the kitchen and his numerous restaurants, positioning him as a global leader in sustainable gastronomy. An Argentine-born chef, Mauro has embraced a philosophy of circular gastronomy that honors the natural cycles of the environment. He constantly challenges himself and his team to explor...
2024-10-1647 minOn The PassHot Spot: Jon Yao + Ryan Bailey of KatoOn this episode of the Hot Spot series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Chef Jon Yao and Sommelier Ryan Bailey, co-owners of Kato, an Asian American restaurant that artfully explores the intersection of Los Angeles culture and the Asian diaspora. Kato originally opened in a small Westside strip mall, operating in a space just one-quarter the size of its current location in Downtown LA. At that time, Jon was just 25 years old. Despite its modest beginnings, the team’s innovative approach earned them widespread recognition, including a Michelin star in 2019. Two year...
2024-09-251h 15On The PassDavid Leventhal: Living Playa VivaIn January 2023, Gabriel traveled to the southern Pacific Coast of Mexico, in the state of Guerrero, to experience Playa Viva, an eco-luxury and regenerative boutique hotel founded by our next guest, David Leventhal, and his then-wife shortly after purchasing the land in 2006. Playa Viva is situated at the base of the Sierra Madre Mountains, just forty minutes from Zihuatanejo-Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH). This unique hotel embodies the concept "where your vacation meets your values™," dedicated to a triple-bottom-line approach that benefits the planet, people, and prosperity. With 19 treehouse rooms spread across nearly a mile of pri...
2024-08-0751 minOn The PassHigh Tea: Clay WilliamsOn this episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Clay Williams, Brooklyn-based James Beard Award-winning photographer. Clay has been capturing and helping tell stories about food, hospitality, and the people and places that define our culture for more than 15 years. His work has appeared in the pages of Food & Wine, The New York Times, Bloomberg, and Travel + Leisure, as well as in cookbooks by Chef Kwame Onwuachi and Atlanta chef Todd Richards. In this episode, we discuss: ☑️New stage in where hospitality is going ☑️Sto...
2024-07-2920 minOn The PassHigh Tea: Adam TeeterOn this episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Adam Teeter, New York-based Co-founder and CEO of VinePair. Adam and Josh Malin Co-founded VinePair ten years ago and together they’ve grown the platform into the largest multi-media publication about wine, beer and spirits in America, reaching almost 40 million people a month. In this episode, we discuss: ☑️Remake the industry in a new image ☑️Journalism through the lens of the glass ☑️Educating the next generation ☑️How drinks culture has shifted over the past...
2024-07-2232 minOn The PassHot Spot: Ian Burrell + Aaisha Dadral of Equiano RumOur next guests are Ian Burrell and Aaisha Dadral, Co-founders of The Equiano Rum Company, creators of the world’s first African and Caribbean rums. This pioneering venture not only celebrates the rich heritage of rum but also champions the values of freedom and equality, inspired by the legendary figure Olaudah Equiano. Ian, known globally as the Rum Ambassador, has spent decades entertaining and educating audiences about the diverse and exhilarating world of rum. He is the visionary behind The UK RumFest, which has inspired a wave of similar festivals worldwide. Ian is one of the...
2024-07-171h 10On The PassHigh Tea: Matthew KanerOn this episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Matthew Kaner, Los Angeles-based sommelier, wine educator, correspondent and consultant. Matthew is the wine correspondent for Men's Journal which garners 12,000,000 unique monthly views. He’s also the Owner of “Will Travel For Wine Consulting” and literally will travel anywhere and everywhere on the globe for wine and food experiences. Matthew was named one of the Sommeliers of the Year by Food & Wine Magazine and in 2019 Wine Enthusiast named him on the 40 Under 40 Tastemakers list among numerous other accolades. In this...
2024-07-1530 minOn The PassHigh Tea: Rita JammetOn this episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Rita Jammet, New York-based restaurateur, hospitality advisor and Founder of La Caravelle Champagne. Rita and her husband André owned and operated the iconic New York French restaurant, La Caravelle. The New York Times described La Caravelle as a “French Legend and a Paris in Manhattan experience to food enthusiasts and the A-list of American society.” After closing La Caravelle restaurant in 2004, Rita started to market and distribute La Caravelle Champagne available in a number of distinguished New York hospital...
2024-07-0829 minOn The PassJhonatan Cano: Adventures Of A GourmandOur next guest bathes throughout the year in an energy of potential and is constantly on a journey of exploration and discovery. Meet Jhonatan Cano, restaurateur, travel enthusiast, and global citizen. Born and raised in Lima, Peru, Jhonatan always had a deep yearning to discover the world. He began his career in award-winning hotels such as the Ritz-Carlton, Waldorf Astoria, and Conrad Hotel. Later, he joined José Andrés and the ThinkFoodGroup as an integral team member of the flagship Minibar and Barmini. Jhonatan is now a Partner and Director of Oper...
2024-07-031h 00On The PassHigh Tea: Bill EsparzaOn this episode of the High Tea series, Bill Esparza, Los Angeles-based James Beard Award winning writer and author of LA Mexicano. Bill is a leading authority on Latin American cuisine as a freelance writer for publications such as New York Times, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, and Eater; he’s also appeared on several food television programs. In this episode, we discuss: ☑️Travel always inspires him to discover more ☑️Afro-Mexican cuisine of Oaxaca ☑️”The indigenous-exchange” ☑️Brief history of Afro-Mexican people ☑️Evolution of Mexican cuisine...
2024-07-0126 minOn The PassHigh Tea: Esther TsengOn this episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Esther Tseng, Los Angeles-based food, drinks and culture writer. Esther is an Academy Chair of the USA West region for The World’s 50 Best Bars and has served as judge for the James Beard Foundation. She has contributed to numerous publications like The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, Bon Appétit, Food & Wine, Eater, Civil Eats, Saveur, Resy, VICE, Time Out and many more. In this episode, we discuss: ☑️Esther’s recent tasting menu experiences...
2024-06-2420 minOn The PassDaniel Johnnes: America's Pioneering SommelierDaniel Johnnes, truly needs no introduction. He is a luminary in the wine industry, renowned for his leadership and community-building efforts. As one of America’s pioneering sommeliers—one of our forefathers in the field, if you will—Daniel has dedicated decades to mentoring and educating the next generation of wine professionals. Daniel is the visionary founder of several prestigious wine events and initiatives. He established La Paulée, an annual celebration inspired by the traditional Burgundian harvest festival, which brings together top winemakers and wine lovers from around the world. He also co-founded La Fête du...
2024-06-191h 04On The PassHigh Tea: Mike JordanOn this episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Mike Jordan, Atlanta-based journalist and Senior Editor at The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. As Senior Editor, Mike leads the media brand “UATL,” which focuses on Black culture. Just last week, Mike won the James Beard Foundation’s 2024 Jonathan Gold Local Voice Award for coverage of Atlanta. He’s also an executive board member for the Atlanta Press Club. His work has been featured in National Geographic, Rolling Stone, The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, Southern Living, and other national and international publications. In t...
2024-06-1729 minOn The PassHigh Tea: Xanthe ClayOn this episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Xanthe Clay, UK-based chef and food writer with 25 years of experience as a Telegraph columnist. For the past 11 years Xanthe’s been The World’s 50 Best Restaurants Academy Chair for UK and Ireland. At the Telegraph she provides guidance on everything from roasting a Christmas turkey to baking the perfect loaf of bread. She’s also focused on taking a deep-dive into topical issues such as ultra processed foods, ethical farming and sustainability. In this episode, we discuss: ☑️...
2024-06-1021 minOn The PassHot Spot: Jordan Kahn of VESPERTINEAs the Beatles sang in their 1967 hit, “All You Need is Love,” they weren't just referring to the love of another but also the love of oneself. Our next Hot Spot guest, Chef Jordan Kahn, is writing a new chapter in his career, focused on redefining success and joy through love. Jordan honed his skills under culinary icons like Thomas Keller, Grant Achatz, and Michael Mina. He has been at the forefront of LA’s culinary scene with his restaurants—Destroyer, an informal daytime spot serving sophisticated, wholesome fare; Meteora, a transporting, holistic restaurant focusing on live-f...
2024-06-051h 04On The PassHigh Tea: Cláudia de BritoOn this episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Cláudia de Brito, Dubai-based journalist, host, moderator and content creator. Born to Portuguese-Cape Verdean parents in Singapore, raised in Dubai and educated in London, Cláudia’s depth of experience and global perspective has helped her cover hospitality and travel for over a decade. She’s was the Editor of several publications including Caterer Middle East and Hotelier Middle East. In 2021, she was appointed Gulf Academy chair for MENA’s 50 Best Restaurants and is now also a Middle East Academy Chair for World...
2024-06-0322 minOn The PassHigh Tea: Kayla StewartOn this episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Kayla Stewart, Houston-and-NY-based food and travel journalist, cookbook author and Editor of Eater Houston. Kayla’s work has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Eater, Travel + Leisure, Food & Wine, and others. Her piece, “The Sweetest Harvest,” won the 2023 James Beard Foundation Profile Award, and her story, “Teach a Man to Fish,” will be anthologized in the 2023 edition of Best American Food Writing. She’s currently working on a cookbook with Chef Christopher Williams about Black cuisine in Texas for Ten Speed...
2024-05-2721 minOn The PassDeuki Hong + Matt Rodbard: KoreaworldWhen was the last time you ate Korean food at your local Koreatown, enjoyed a K-drama on your favorite streaming service, or flipped open TikTok to a viral sensation soundtracked by a famous K-pop band? Have you noticed the impact of Korean cuisine and culture on our world? Maybe you're noticing it now, or perhaps you're already a citizen of Koreaworld, deeply connected to the culture. Our next two guests, Deuki Hong and Matt Rodbard, are true citizens of Koreaworld—global ambassadors with a deep love, passion, and appreciation for Korean food and culture. Their rec...
2024-05-2240 minOn The PassHigh Tea: Prairie RoseOn this episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Prairie Rose, Los Angeles-based journalist, trained sommelier, cocktail book author, and wine and spirits educator. Prairie is Food & Wine's senior drinks editor and also the senior editor of Liquor.com. In addition to Food & Wine, her work has been featured in The Whiskey Wash, Forbes, Men's Health, Self Magazine, and Design Sponge, among others. She is the author of the book Mixology for Beginners: Innovative Craft Cocktails for the Home Bartender. In this episode, we discuss: ☑️New mov...
2024-05-2029 minOn The PassHigh Tea: June KimOn this episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with June Kim, Los Angeles-based food media executive and Head of Video for Bon Appétit and Epicurious. As Head of Video, June oversees numerous shows and series highlighting compelling chefs and restaurants, delicious recipes from their test kitchen, and other food and beverage culture formats that help bring Bon Appétit and Epicurious to life on screen. June and her team were recently nominated for two James Beard Awards, for their shows, On The Line and Street Eats, which are available on the...
2024-05-1325 min
All in the Industry ®Gabriel Ornelas, On the PassToday on our episode #386 of All in the Industry®, Shari Bayer's guest is Gabriel Ornelas, a strategist, producer and founder of Studio Ornelas, a global, multidisciplinary group of business builders who are deeply invested in the worlds of food, hospitality, travel, and culture. An entrepreneur himself, Gabriel has spent his career developing and producing compelling branded experiences through content, media, and partnerships. Gabriel and his teams global work experience and unique point of view has positioned them to successfully drive growth, through new business and marketing campaigns for clients, which include Faena Group, Sbe, Mercedes-Benz, Perfect Day, Citi, Antigua & B...
2024-05-121h 20On The PassDan Barber: Chefs Can Save Our PlanetThis is an episode rerelease from our On The Pass archives. We hope you enjoy! Can chefs step up and takeover our broken food system? Chef Dan Barber thinks they can and should. Dan is the Co-owner of Blue Hill and Blue Hill at Stone Barns, author of The New York Times Bestseller "The Third Plate", and Co-Founder of Row 7 Seeds, a company developing and exploring new varieties of vegetables and grains. We dissect today’s broken food system and take a deeper look at the current state of our farms, how...
2024-05-0849 minOn The PassHigh Tea: Kat OdellOn this episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Kat Odell, Brooklyn-based food and travel journalist. Kat is the author of Unicorn Food and Day Drinking and is a TasteHunter for The World’s 50 Best Restaurants and 50 Best Bars. She’s been published in Vogue, New York Times’, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Bloomberg and Michelin Guide to name a few. As a creative consultant, she also advises numerous companies on their culinary strategy. In this episode, we discuss: ☑️New Openings — César Ramirez ☑️10 seat sushi co...
2024-05-0627 minOn The PassHigh Tea: Dev ReedOn this episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Devin Reed, Los Angeles-based Sommelier, wine consultant and creator of Wine and Culture LA. As producer and host of Wine & Culture LA, a content series and moment he created for the culture and enjoyment of wine, Dev sits down with notable guests like Cedric the Entertainer, Maverick Carter who’s (LeBron James’ business partner) and Neil brown Jr, who you’ll know from Issa Rae’s HBO series, Insecure, and many others. Dev also works with La Fête Rose, wh...
2024-04-2925 minOn The PassEdoardo Tonolli: The Art of GelatoWhat could be better than enjoying gelato with friends on a warm evening? It's a simple pleasure that captures life's essence. But what sets apart a truly great gelato? Meet Edoardo Tonolli, the Co-founder and CEO of Bacio di Latte, a Gelateria dedicated to crafting the world's finest gelato and spreading joy to every customer. "Bacio di latte" translates to "kiss of milk" in English, embodying their belief that while any ingredient can make a gelato, it takes something special to create a Bacio di Latte experience. Once you taste it, you...
2024-04-2457 minOn The PassHigh Tea: Kristen HawleyOn this episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Kristen Hawley, San Francisco-based journalist and Founder of Expedite, a newsletter about restaurant technology and the future of hospitality. For the last decade Kristen has been at the forefront offering pragmatic coverage and sharp analysis of the technology that’s changing our relationship with restaurants. Her writing has appeared in Bon Appetit, Insider, Food & Wine, Eater, Robb Report, the San Francisco Chronicle, and many more. In this episode, we discuss: ☑️People caring how restau...
2024-04-2227 minOn The PassHigh Tea: Dana CowinOn this episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Dana Cowin, New York-based food-obsessed journalist and former Editor-in-Chief of Food & Wine. Dana is an award-winning editor, author, podcast host, TEDx speaker and facilitator who creates change through food, gathering, conversation and community. She believes in the power of food to bring joy, connection and transformation and is doing all of this with her new platform, Progressive Hedonist. A Progressive Hedonist is a person whose sense of enjoyment is amplified when their actions also help heal the planet....
2024-04-1531 minOn The PassHot Spot: Ari Heckman + Xavier Donnelly of ASH NYCStep into a world where every hotel feels like a scene from a captivating movie, with you as the supporting cast member. Join us as we delve into the visionary minds behind Ash NYC, a trailblazing design firm and hotelier known for crafting unforgettable experiences in the boutique hospitality realm. Meet Ari Heckman, the Co-founder and CEO, and Xavier Donnelly, the Creative Director, leading Ash NYC. Their portfolio boasts iconic projects like the enchanting Hotel Peter & Paul in New Orleans, the stylish Dean in Providence, Rhode Island, the alluring Siren in Detroit, and the forthcoming S...
2024-04-101h 01On The PassHigh Tea: Mike TraudOn This episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Mike Traud, Philadelphia-based lawyer-turned-chef-turned-university instructor and Founder and Executive Director of The Chef Conference. Mike founded The Chef conference in 2013 in partnership with Drexel University. It has evolved to become its own entity still lead by the vision and leadership of Mike. The Chef Conference is set to kick off in Philadelphia from April 12th - 15th, serving up opportunities for both hospitality professionals and food lovers to eat, drink and share their passion for the culinary arts vi...
2024-04-0817 minOn The PassHigh Tea: Marian ChengOn This episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Marian Cheng, New York-based restaurateur and food and travel enthusiast. Marian is the Co-founder of Mimi Cheng’s along with her sister Hannah. Over the last decade they have become a celebrated New York staple, beloved for their casual counter service restaurants serving fresh heritage Taiwanese dumplings and creative monthly specials and collaborations. Mimi Cheng’s has locations in East Village, Upper West Side and Brooklyn. Marian has been featured in Forbes 30 Under 30 and Zagat 30 Under 30 among many others...
2024-04-0113 minOn The PassAlberto Landgraf: Where Talent Meets PerseveranceBrazil stands out as one of the world's most diverse countries, deeply influenced by global cultures. Its rich tapestry of art, music, dance, architecture, and, notably, cuisine has left a lasting mark on the global stage. Within this vibrant landscape emerges a new wave of Brazilian creatives, eager to showcase the nation's present while honoring its storied past. Among these individuals is Chef Alberto Landgraf, a luminary in the culinary world with accolades like Two Michelin stars and recognition in the prestigious World's 50 Best Restaurants list for Oteque in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. His mission? T...
2024-03-271h 01On The PassHigh Tea: Dana BeninatiOn This episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Dana Beninati, New York-based chef, instructor, writer and third level sommelier. Dana has traveled the world cooking and competing in different kitchens and holds an M.B.A. in management and hospitality from Cornell University. She spent 6 years at The Food Network as their supervising culinary director and is an instructor at Sommelier Society of America, a judge for StarChef’s SommSlam and serves on the board of the Food Education Fund. She’s been featured in Better Homes & Gardens, Forbes, HGTV, and t...
2024-03-2517 minOn The PassHigh Tea: Eddie ZamoraOn This episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Eddie Zamora, Los Angeles-based host, home chef and brand ambassador. Eddie is the creator of TheYUMYUMFoodie, a blog and social platform to share all his numerous culinary explorations and travels. He’s also an amazon TV host, west coast ambassador to Havana Club and host of Kill The Bottle, a podcast that dives into his love for food and travel. In this episode, we discuss: ☑️His love for Spain ☑️Basque Country wine region (Txakoli) ☑️Ribe...
2024-03-1819 minOn The PassKanchan Koya: Culinary Medicine Of SpicesIf you've been a long-time listener to our podcast, you're aware of the strong connection between flavor and nutrient density. Episodes such as Dan Barber's delve deep into this correlation, underscoring the significance of quality ingredients and our interconnectedness with the environment and one another. Our upcoming guest, Kanchan Koya, is dedicated to helping us lead healthier, more vibrant lives. With a background as a chef and nutrition coach trained at the Institute of Integrative Nutrition, she's also the author of "Spice Spice Baby," hosts the Radical Vitality podcast, and holds a PhD in Biomedicine f...
2024-03-1354 minOn The PassHigh Tea: Andy WangOn This episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Andy Wang, Los Angeles-based freelance journalist with well over a decade's experience covering food, dining, bars, and travel. Andy writes for such publications as Food & Wine, Los Angeles Magazine, Zagat, and Robb Report. His work has also appeared in The New York Times, New York Magazine, Condé Nast Traveler, Taste, Observer, Epicurious and Ocean Drive. In this episode, we discuss: ☑️Food is a bigger part of cultural moments ☑️Carbone Beach coming back to F1 weekend...
2024-03-1117 minOn The PassHigh Tea: Jean TrinhOn This episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Jean Trinh, reporter who writes about food and culture based in Los Angeles. Jean is deeply passionate about and specializes in uncovering stories that look into the communities, cultures, people, and history behind food. She’s been published in outlets like Los Angeles Times, New York Times, Food & Wine, Bon Appétit, The Washington Post, Eater, and WIRED. In this episode, we discuss: ☑️Passion, survival and resilience ☑️Continue to uplift voices who don’t usually get acce...
2024-03-0417 minOn The PassHot Spot: Pietro Brembilla of Sogno ToscanoImagine a picturesque Italian countryside stretching from the coast, adorned with vineyards cascading down hillsides, lush with cypress trees, and iconic architecture evoking a simpler era, all the while, wild birds gracefully dance through the air. It's the epitome of a dream, isn't it? Well, it's more than just a dream—it's the essence of Tuscany, the inspiration behind our next guest's journey. On this episode of the Hot Spot series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Pietro Brembilla, the Co-founder and CEO of Sogno Toscano, which translates to "Tuscan Dream." Sogno Toscano is a premier sin...
2024-02-2856 minOn The PassHigh Tea: Victoire LoupOn This episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Victoire Loup, food critic, culinary consultant and cookbook author based between Los Angeles and Paris. Victoire writes for the Michelin Guide and Le Fooding, a print and digital guide to discover the best of France and has also appeared as a guest judge on several TV shows. She’s been featured in the LA Times, Bon Appetit, Vogue, and Vanity Fair for her expertise in food and Since 2020, she’s published six cookbooks. In this episode, we discuss: ...
2024-02-2617 minOn The PassHigh Tea: Palak PatelOn This episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Palak Patel, Atlanta based chef, traveler and writer. Palak is a classically trained chef, Atlanta Restauranteur and two time Food Network champion winner of Food Network’s famed shows, Chopped and Beat Bobby Flay. Palak has also appeared as a guest judge on Food Network’s competition series, Money Hungry. Her style of cooking is greatly influenced by her childhood in India and time spent working in the south of France, San Francisco and New York. In this episode...
2024-02-1917 minOn The PassJamila Robinson: Food Culture For EveryonePeople often highlight how food brings us together, yet seldom do we acknowledge its potential to divide us. Our upcoming guest firmly believes in the mantra, "food culture is for everyone," shaping her vision as the newly appointed Editor-in-Chief of Condé Nast's Bon Appétit. In this On The Pass episode, we are joined by Jamila Robinson, a veteran journalist, esteemed leader in food media, and an innovator. Jamila's incredible career has spanned decades, with notable tenures at media organizations such as Atlantic Media, the USA Today Network, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, and The Detroit Free Press...
2024-02-141h 01On The PassHigh Tea: Jacqueline ColemanOn this episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Jacqueline Coleman, Miami based wine and travel writer, judge and wine consultant. I had the pleasure of spending a week with Jacqueline in northern Portugal with our friends at The Fladgate Partnership. For seven years, she's been Miami's only regular wine colunmist, wiriting the monthly “Vino” column for the Biscyane Times. She also contributes to Luxury Guide USA and is the Co-Editor of Wineguide Miami. In this episode, we discuss: ☑️Miami as a mature culinary destination ☑️Stro...
2024-02-1217 minOn The PassHigh Tea: Alissa FitzgeraldOn This episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Alisssa Fitzgerald, Brooklyn-based freelance food, travel and spirits writer and chef. Alissa’s wealth of information is rooted in her diverse work and life experiences, ranging from cooking on yachts in Croatia, to working with startups in San Francisco, and spending time in various kitchens throughout Brooklyn. Her passion lies in highlighting individuals dedicated to innovating in the food and drink industries, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and regeneration. You can explore her contributions on Forbes, Travel + Leisur...
2024-02-0517 minOn The PassHigh Tea: Jasmine L. PierceOn This episode of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Jasmine L. Pierce, New York based hospitality publicist, freelance writer and founder of JLP Consulting. Over the last decade Jasmine has worked with notable clients like The Standard Hotels, The Jose Andres Group, Daniel Boulud’s Dinex Group, and beverage brands like Louis XIII and Ten To One Rum to name a few. Jasmine is also a freelance writer with bylines in EBONY Magazine, POPSUGAR and The Zoe Report. In this episode, we discuss: ☑️Sustainable / regenerative travel ☑️Conscious decision maki...
2024-01-2915 minOn The PassHigh Tea: Jillian DaraOn This epiosde of the High Tea series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Jillian Dara, a freelance journalist and avid traveler. Jillian's expertise lies in crafting compelling narratives about travel, wine & spirits, and culture. Chances are, you've come across her articles in renowned publications such as Forbes, Travel + Leisure, Vine Pair, Wine Enthusiast, and more. In this episode, we discuss: ☑️Multigenerational travel ☑️Luxury deepens into more experiential travel ☑️ Sober and wellness travel is having a moment ☑️Her love for Napa and its continuous evolution ☑️Emphasis on smaller wine producers...
2024-01-2213 minOn The PassHot Spot: Franco Sampogna + Bernardo Silva of FREVOOn this episode of the Hot Spot series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with with chef Franco Sampogna and operator Bernardo Silva, co-owners of FREVO, a contemporary French restaurant hidden behind a small art gallery in Greenwich Village, New York—a secret you'd want to share with everyone. The name "Frevo" in Portuguese means "to boil," reflecting not only the shared language of the co-owners but also the vibrant energy of New York City. Originally from Brazil and Portugal respectively, Franco and Bernardo crossed paths in their late teens in France, driven by a youthful hunger for...
2024-01-1751 min
The Hospopreneurs PodcastBrands Are Communities: On The Pass with Gabriel OrnelasWith an impressive client portfolio including Mercedes-Benz, Moët Hennessy and more, today's guest today crafts unforgettable brand experiences. Gabriel Ornelas is a seasoned strategist in hospitality, food and lifestyle and host of ‘On The Pass’, another Top 100 podcast featuring industry leaders in food and beverages. The way Gabriel embodies the essence of hospitality - by putting others before himself - is one of the keys to his success and comes across in the way he talks about his guests. Something else that resonates is how he looks at brands as communities - and the episod...
2023-11-2742 minOn The PassHot Spot: Tolu Eros of IléOn this episode of the Hot Spot series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Chef Tolu Eros. Chef Eros is a storyteller, entertainer and African ambassador on a mission to share and explore the wonders of West African food; a food and culture full of life and flavor, just like Eros. Chef’s formative years were spent between Benin City and Lagos, Nigeria, where he learned from his mother, “if food does not have love, you might as well not cook it at all!" It is that love for food and for building community that brought Eros to Los Angeles in 2021. The man...
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Curito ConnectsHuman Connections with Gabriel OrnelasJenn speaks to LA based Gabriel Ornelas, hospitality industry expert and creator and host of On the Pass Podcast! A collector of interesting people, purveyor of memorable experiences, Gabriel has spent his career working in hospitality, F&B, entertainment and lifestyle industries to help build and produce compelling branding experiences through content, media and partnerships. Gabriel shares his love for community building and how that has shaped him to become the person he is today and the work he does! (Recorded on June 29, 2023)About Gabriel:Collector of interesting people. Purveyor of memorable experiences....
2023-09-171h 12On The PassFawn Weaver: Cementing A LegacyYou’ve probably heard the incredible story of Nearest Green, the former slave who taught Jack Daniel how to make whiskey. If you haven’t, you’re in for a treat. If you have, I invite you to dive deeper into the story, the history, the mission and the legacy, guided by Fawn Weaver, Founder and CEO of Grant Sidney, Inc. (GSI), a privately held investment company, which owns Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey. Uncle Nearest is currently the fastest-growing American whiskey brand in U.S. history. A brand she founded with her husband in 2016 and has since made her mark on history...
2023-09-0653 min
Rich Little Brokegirls17. Healing Through Relationships ft. Gabriel OrnelasWake up! America has a loneliness problem. In this episode, Kim is joined by fellow podcaster and master of thought, Gabriel Ornelas, for a lesson on healing through relationships. Consider this your sign to move past "what can you do for me" relationships and build lasting connections. From his days as the cool kid in Hollywood to maturing through deep self-work, Gabriel shares the power of authenticity and the importance of allowing people to see you for who you truly are. It’s no secret that genuine vulnerability is hard, but if you’re seeking a romantic relationship, it’s time...
2023-08-211h 36On The PassGonzo Jimenez: Life Of A ChocolatierHe's been referred to as the real life “Willy Wonka!” Gonzo Jimenez is a celebrated pastry chef, chocolatier and República del Cacao’s North American corporate pastry chef. We believe, if Willy Wonka was real, he would actually want to be Gonzo Jimenez. Gonzo, as he openly says, "had a very blessed start,” originally from Northern Argentina and was raised in a Spanish household surrounded by good food and long family meals. These strong family values helped him find his calling in food, but specifically on the sweeter side of the business. His early training taught him that he was able to...
2023-08-1656 minOn The PassHot Spot: Yiming Lin of Literally.StarvingOn this episode of the Hot Spot series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Yiming Lin. He’s the creator and food ethnographer behind Literally.Starving—the highly popular social media platform and human interest food account he started in the summer of 2022 as a means of understanding his personal relationships with food and creating community as a new resident to New York. It's no surprise that in less than a year, Literally.Starving has garnered over 3 million subscribers from around the world and has been featured on BuzzFeed, First We Feast, World Journal, Fox News, and num...
2023-08-0356 minOn The PassLeonor Espinosa and Laura Hernández Espinosa: Colombia’s Mother-Daughter DuoDid you know Colombia is home to 87 indigenous communities and 51,330 species of flora and fauna, which makes it the second-most biodiverse country in the world? Back in April 2023, Gabriel had the pleasure of spending time in Bogotá, Colombia with our next guests: Chef Leonor ‘Leo’ Espinosa and her daughter, the sommelier and drinks alchemist, Laura Hernández Espinosa. Both are the owners and creative visionaries behind the critically-acclaimed and globally recognized restaurant, LEO. Chef Leo and Laura are Colombia’s highest-profile women working in gastronomy and have played an integral role in putting...
2023-07-1245 minOn The PassShep Gordon Rerelease: The Man Who Created Celebrity ChefsThis episode was recorded and released in Feb 2021. Who is Shep Gordon? You’ve probably heard the popular phrase "Chefs Are The New Rockstars" — you can thank Shep for that. He's the visionary who brought chefs like Roger Vergé, Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Roy Yamaguchi and Daniel Boulud to the mainstream and coined the term “Celebrity Chefs.” Coming from a colorful life as a music manager to artists like Alice Cooper, Luther Vandross, Blondie and Teddy Pendergrass to name a few, Shep brought his show business know-how to the culinary arts where he singlehandedly paved the path for chefs to become to...
2023-06-2152 minOn The PassSherry Villanueva: The Business of HappinessStarting any business requires your energy, enthusiasm, and passion for the space, but to catalyze its success, you also need a mission, vision, and business plan. Our next guest, Sherry Villanueva, was a first-time hospitality entrepreneur, but with a focused vision and mission, she’s been able to successfully grow a multifaceted restaurant and hotel company. The mission is simple: Make people happy. Sherry is the founder and managing partner of Acme Hospitality and proudly serves as the owner and operator of an innovative collection of restaurants and historic hotels. If you’ve spent any time i...
2023-06-0758 minOn The PassHot Spot: Sean MacDonald of Bar MonetteOn this episode of the Hot Spot series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with chef and restaurateaur Sean MacDonald. Sean is the chef/owner of Bar Monette—one of LA’s newest and most talked about restaurant openings located in Santa Monica. Sean was named Canada’s best young chef in 2016 by San Pellegrino and through the years, he has since made his mark on Toronto’s fine dining scene. Thanks, in large part, to his lovely wife Monette—for which his newest Santa Monica concept, Bar Monette, is named after—he made it out west to sunny Southern California.
2023-05-1748 minOn The PassLarissa Zimberoff: The Update On Future FoodsA little over 2 years ago, we released Season 2 episode 27 titled “The Future of Food and Tech,” featuring journalist and author of “Technically Food”, Larissa Zimberoff. So much has transpired in the last 2 years since the release of this episode and her book, “Technically Food”. Given the lightning-fast pace the food-tech space moves at, it only made sense to have Larissa back on the podcast for a Part 2. It brings us great pleasure to welcome Larissa back to the show to enlighten us, once again, on all things food-tech and future foods. If you’re new to...
2023-05-031h 04On The PassHot Spot: Kristin Olszewski of Nomadica WineOn this episode of the Hot Spot series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with entrepreneur and sommelier Kristin Olszewski. Kristin is the Founder and CEO of Nomadica Wine—a premium, sustainably sourced canned wine brand that is looking to make waves in the industry, or as they say on the Nomadica website, they are sourcing universally gratifying wines with flavor profiles that are “serious enough for a glass, but vivacious enough to be sipped out of the can.” Kristin earned a degree in sustainable agriculture before embarking on pre-med studies at Harvard, but life had different plans f...
2023-03-2953 minOn The PassNina Oduro: Amplifying The African DiasporaThe journey of an entrepreneur is often layered with numerous challenges and setbacks. It requires a certain level of determination, sacrifice, willingness to learn, and getting used to hearing alot of no’s. Layering on the challenges Black women face in our society adds another element of difficulty. Our next guest speaks to her own entrepreneurial journey as a Black woman, the hurdles she has faced, and her beautiful breakthroughs. Nina Oduro is an entrepreneur, host, social justice warrior, and Chief Enjoyment Officer, as she proclaims on her Instagram. She is the CEO and Co-founder of...
2023-02-2258 minOn The PassHot Spot: Charlie Mitchell of Clover HillOn this episode of the Hot Spot series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Chef Charlie Mitchell, chef and co-owner of Clover Hill, a restaurant in Brooklyn, New York. Charlie is no stranger to the kitchen. Over the past 9 years, the 30-year-old Detroit native has worked sous chef and executive sous chef positions at Eleven Madison Park, Jônt in DC, Bresca in DC, the Greenwich village neighborhood classic Villanelle, and One White Street in Tribeca. An incredible resume for just under a decade in the business. Only 8 months after Charlie began his first executive chef position at Clover Hill, he made...
2023-02-0158 minOn The PassEddy Cola: Coffee As A Force For GoodDid you know, coffee consumption in the United States rose by 14% from January 2021 through January 2022, according to the National Coffee Association? And demand for top-quality coffee like organic and fair-trade is on a roll in every region of the world. Coffee was an important part of my early life for many years, but not for the reasons you may think. I wasn’t a consumer, or even the passionate consumer I am today until 2011. From 2002 - 2009 I was a barista at Starbucks, but never drank coffee. At that time, I was just deeply passionate about coffe...
2022-12-1548 minOn The PassDaniel Boulud Rerelease: Four Decades of ServiceThis epiosde was recorded in Jan 2020 and released in April 2020. Iconic award-winning Chef-Owner and Restaurateur Daniel Boulud discusses the early days in his career, why building a strong corporate culture is important, and how he’s maintained longevity with over 4 decades in the culinary industry. For more information on Daniel Boulud and his team: https://www.danielboulud.com Follow Daniel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielboulud/?hl=en Follow On The Pass: https://bit.ly/3BpHckD Follo...
2022-11-2144 minOn The PassHot Spot: Chef Pyet DeSpainOn this episode of the Hot Spot series, Gabriel Ornelas sits down with Chef Pyet DeSpain, a rising culinary talent who hit national notoriety as the recent winner of Gordon Ramsey’s "Next Level Chef" Season 1 on Fox Network. Having grown up on a reservation and a member of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation, Pyet collides the cuisine of both her Native American and Mexican heritage. Having won "Next Level Chef" on national TV, she talks about finding a new sense of identity as a spokesperson to share her knowledge, shine light on the Indigenous com...
2022-06-011h 10On The PassGero Fasano: Taking A Family Business GlobalIt all started in 1902 when Vittorio Fasano, an Italian from Milan arrived in São Paulo, Brazil with a dream to open a restaurant. Since then, the Fasano family — the biggest name in Brazilian hospitality for over a century — has built a legendary portfolio that expands over 26 restaurants and 9 hotels across South America and more recently North America. This episode's conversation takes place in person at Fasano Restaurant in New York, the newest addition to the group's roster, with Gero Fasano, the great grandson of Vittorio and the present-day face behind Fasano Group. Having created cultu...
2022-05-1252 minOn The PassSebastien Silvestri: The Next Era In Fine DiningOpening a successful restaurant in New York City is no easy feat, yet famed chef Daniel Boulud has managed to successfully open multiple restaurants in the city and around the world in places like Singapore, London, and Toronto. So how does one man do it all? The answer is The Dinex Group, chef Daniel Boulud's restaurant group — the machine that powers his concepts such as Daniel, Bar Boulud, Le Pavillon, and the newly announced Le Gratin. Our next guest is Sebastien Silvestri, CEO of The Dinex Group, who along with chef Daniel Boulud has quickly gr...
2022-04-2748 minOn The PassElisa Fernandes: Living Her Passion & PurposeWhether you're exploring the spirited streets of Rio de Janeiro, laid-back beaches of Bahia, or the ultra stylish neighborhoods of São Paulo, you will get to experience a beautiful range of food, culture, and people across its different regions. São Paulo, the home of today's guest, is an international blend of influences from places such as Japan, Italy, Africa, France, Germany, and Lebanon. You would be remiss if you didn't try the foods from these cultures or explore the different restaurants while in the city. Elisa Fernandes is the Chef-Owner of Clos Wine Ba...
2022-04-131h 04On The PassLife Lessons From The Best In HospitalityWe hope you are all enjoying Season 3 thus far and have had the chance to listen to our last few episode with Fulani Chef Fatmata Binta, Chris Jackson & Hélène Seillan of VÉRITÉ wines, and Rafael Shin of Agua Mágica Mezcal. All incredible creative entrepreneurs with valuable wisdom and insight from their personal journeys. This is the last week of March 2022 and our hope for you is the energy and enthusiasm you started the year off with is not only still present, but building momentum. Despite the world issues, conflict taking place in Europe and general easing back into...
2022-03-3019 minOn The PassHot Spot: Rafael Shin of Agua MágicaThe addition of Mezcal to menus has been on a high rise the last few years, yet it still feels like it’s just the beginning for this complex and storied spirit. Rafael Shin, Founder of Agua Mágica Mezcal, is looking to change how people interact with the sprit by honoring the Oaxacan culture and its people, where almost 90% of all Mezcals' are made. Having grown up in Mexico, Rafael shares personal stories about his introduction to Oaxaca, the first time he ever tried Mezcal, and the spark that brought Agua Mágica to life...
2022-03-1653 minOn The PassChris Jackson & Hélène Seillan: Two Families, One LegacyThe story of our next guests starts with the late Jess Jackson, a monumental visionary and entrepreneur who built a wine empire around Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Chardonnay — catapulting him into the category as one of northern California's most recognizable self-made billionaires. In the late 1990’s, Mr. Jackson asked Pierre Seillan, a Bordeaux winemaker from France to come to Sonoma, CA to help him realize his dream of creating one of the best wines in the world. Together, they created Vérité wines and subsequently has become one of Sonoma's elite wineries. Today, Vérité is lead by M...
2022-03-0252 minOn The PassFatmata Binta: Food For The Adventurous DinerWhat is West African food? You probably didn’t think of traditional Fulani cooking or Fonio, millet, and dawadawa which are a few of the grains, seeds, and locust beans that make up the traditional Fulani diet. Our next guest, helping us kick off Season 3 of On The Pass is chef Fatmata Binta, the mastermind behind the international nomadic restaurant Dine on a Mat, a 5-course Nomadic Dining Experience and Founder of the Fulani Kitchen Foundation. Fatmata, who comes from the African nomadic Fulani tribe, has dedicated her career to educate the wor...
2022-02-1636 minOn The PassHot Spot: Courtney Boyd Myers of AKUACultures around the world have been eating sea kelp for centuries, but in some places like America, the concept is quite new. Our next guest in the Hot Spot series is Courtney Boyd Myers, the co-founder and CEO of natural food startup Akua. Her company is known for making delicious and nutritious food products from kelp such as its fan favorite the Kelp burger with a mission to feed the planet sustainability while restoring the health of oceans. Unlike a lot of food tech products, the kelp burger is naturally dense nutrients like Vitamins A, B6, E...
2021-11-1837 minOn The PassMatthew Hofmann: Where Whiskey Meets AgricultureThere are only four ingredients needed to produce whiskey, and yet there are endless possibilities that can be expressed. Some put an emphasis on the water while others others focus on the wood with their own specific maturation philosophy, yet few really focus on the quality of whiskey's key ingredient: barley. Majority of whiskey today is produced with commodity barley, but our next guest Matt Hofmann is looking to change this ecosystem by focusing on regionally-grown and shortening the distance between distiller and farmer. Matt is Co-Founder and Master Distiller of Wes...
2021-11-031h 02On The PassChristian Lachel: Creating Multisensory Cultural ExperiencesIn the last decade with the rise of social media and our abilities to document every detail of our lives, the word experience has become synonymous with our generation. It's been said that consumers today care more about experiences than possessions which is why brands have had to evolve the way they interact with their customers. From store pop-ups to brand themed restaurants, companies are leaning into that word by creating memorable activations that change the way they connect to their customers. Our next guest is Christian Lachel, an experiential strategy & design expert and Chief Creative Officer...
2021-10-201h 02On The PassRising Talent: Andy Kadin of Bub and Grandma’sFor this addition of our Rising Talent series on On The Pass, Gabriel Ornelas chats with Andy Kadin, a Rising Talent 2019 Finalist. Andy is the owner and baker behind Bub and Grandma's, one of LA’s most beloved bread. What launched in 2014 as a small and humble business, after leaving behind an advertising career, has now evolved into a wholesale bakery with over 150 customers around LA, many of which are some of the city's most well known restaurants. Andy shares how he got his start, the evolution of Bub & Grandma’s incredible growth, and his upcoming sandwich shop which has b...
2021-10-061h 03On The PassSimon Kim: How Failure Cultivates ResilienceImagine walking into a bustling restaurant filled with intoxicating energy. The awards hanging on the walls, food is hitting the table, the wine is flowing, the music is setting the mood, and you even spot a celebrity face or two in the corner booth. When that picture is painted, it's not hard to see why restaurants get romanticized. Yet, what is usually hidden behind the curtains is often the turmoil of day to day operations and the sad reality of how many perceived successful restaurants can barely pay the light bill. Our next guest, restaurateur Simon Kim, personally knows what it...
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Charlando con HacheT1E19 - GABRIEL ORNELAS - DE LA COCINA A LA TELEVICIÓNCuando llegó la pandemia y muchos negocios tuvieron que recortar personal, a Gabriel Ornelas le sirvió para salir de su círculo de confort, de trabajar 9 años en restaurant, dió el cambio de vendedor de autos a aparecer en la televisión local. Este giro le a dado la oportunidad de cubrir eventos deportivos y de espectáculos y de una forma inesperada conocer al jugador estrella de los Chiefs en un elevador. En este episodio conoceremos más de Gabriel Ornelas, una joven promesa en el mundo de la televisión local.
2021-08-2350 minOn The PassVictoria Blamey: Breaking FreeIt's no surprise that being a chef is challenging — the commitment, hours, and lack of sleep that all strains relationships. Now add the layer of being a South American female in what has been a predominately white male environment which has made it even harder to get ahead. This has been chef Victoria Blamey’s experience over the past 17+ years. In reference to Victoria in Episode 31, chef Dan Barber said, “anyone who’s had her experience, any man who’s accomplished what she’s accomplished, would be at the top ranks of the profession.” Born in Santiago, Chile, Victoria has worked all over the...
2021-08-1858 minOn The PassHot Spot: Santiago Lastra of Kol RestaurantOn this latest edition of the Hot Spot series, Gabriel Ornelas chats with Santiago Lastra, Chef and Co-Owner of Kol restaurant and Kol Mezcaleria in London. Santiago —who is originally from Mexico —was recently named GQ Food and Drink Award's Best Chef 2021. Santiago humbly talks to us about working on Rene Redzepi’s Noma Tulum pop-up, one of the most globally recognized pop-ups of all time, and what he learned through that experience which allowed him to explore Mexico's rich culinary history and deepen his relationship to ingredients and techniques from local indigenous communities. We also talk about how his journey t...
2021-08-041h 03On The PassRising Talent: Jenny Dorsey of Studio ATAOLaunching today is our new series Rising Talent on On The Pass in conjunction with The Art of Plating Rising Talent 2021 program. This series highlights some of the emerging individuals on the list who are are all making an impact on our industry. To kick off our first episode of this series, Gabriel Ornelas chats with Jenny Dorsey, an On The Rise awardee on the 2019 Rising Talent list. Jenny is a Chef, writer, artist, and activist who fuses interdisciplinary storytelling with food as medium to explore topics like income inequality, social issues, and racial injustices. In this episode, Jenny discusses a r...
2021-07-2134 minOn The PassManu Buffara: Community Is KeyBeaches, caipirinhas, açaí, and the Amazon are probably just a few things that come to mind when Brazil is mentioned, but there is so much more to this diverse nation than our preconceptions. Being Latin America's largest country, it's layered with both international and indigenous influences, history, experiences and cuisine across its different regions. In this episode, we learn about Curitiba through today's guest Manoella “Manu" Buffara, chef-owner of Manu, a restaurant that has singlehandedly put this city on the map and exposed food lovers to its culinary scene. Curitiba, located in the southern part of Brazil, is most sought af...
2021-07-0758 minOn The PassHot Spot: Jen Batchelor of Kin EuphoricsWhen you’re innovating in a category, there is no clear roadmap––you have to pave your own path. This week’s guest did just that and focused on creating a brand, building community and tapping into the deep social connection that we all so desperately crave. On this episode of the Hot Spot series, Gabriel Ornelas chats with Jen Batchelor, Co-founder and CEO of Kin Euphorics, functional non-alcoholic adult beverages made with adaptogens, nootropics and botanicals. Each of their mood-boosting blends were developed to uplift, balance and create joy. Jen launched the company in 2018, and since...
2021-06-2351 minOn The PassRobert Furniss Roe: Putting The Spirit in SpiritsHow do spirits brands create memorable experiences and build a loyal following? Veteran spirits executive Robert Furniss Roe believes it comes down to the few fundamental principles of authenticity, differentiation, flavor and building brands with a certain humanity behind them. Having been the former President and Regional CEO at Bacardi Limited, he follows those principles through to Samson & Surrey, a boutique spirits house he Co-founded whose portfolio of brands includes Bluecoat American Dry Gin, Vago Mezcal, FEW Whiskies, Ocho Tequila, Brenne, and small batch bourbon Widow Jane. He shares his journey and...
2021-06-0259 minOn The PassCarlos Couturier: Uncovering Mexico Through The Eyes of a HotelierFrom the dense city life of CDMX to tranquil sands of Cabo, Mexico has become one of the top travel destinations in the world, yet so much of it has been undiscovered. In this conversation, legendary hotelier Carlos Couturier, Co-founder and Managing Partner of Grupo Habita, a boutique hotel group with destinations across Latin America, passionately takes us on a journey through Mexico through his eyes as a hotel developer. Over the last two decades Carlos and his partners have been credited with invigorating destinations throughout Mexico with art, design, architecture, culinary, and of course ex...
2021-05-1953 minOn The PassHot Spot: Jacob Pechenik of Lettuce GrowHaving kids changes your life and for our next guest it was the catalyst to better understand food and nutrition, which - like a true entrepreneur - led him to the launch of a new venture. On this episode of the Hot Spot series, Gabriel Ornelas chats with Jacob Pechenik, Co-founder and CEO of Lettuce Grow, an outdoor and indoor hydroponic growing system that allows it’s users to grow their own fresh food such as veggies, herbs, leafy greens, and fruits at home without pesticides and with 95 percent less water than traditional gardening. Before com...
2021-05-0559 minOn The PassDan Barber: Chefs Can Save Our PlanetCan chefs step up and takeover our broken food system? Chef Dan Barber thinks they can and should. Dan is the Co-owner of Blue Hill and Blue Hill at Stone Barns, author of The New York Times Bestseller "The Third Plate", and Co-Founder of Row 7 Seeds, a company developing and exploring new varieties of vegetables and grains. We dissect today’s broken food system and take a deeper look at the current state of our farms, how the seeds today have been modified for high yield rather than grown for nutrition, and how his company Row...
2021-04-2251 minOn The PassAnthony Myint: Solution Is In The SoilCan healthy soil save our planet? The short answer is Yes. The long answer is we radically have to rethink how we cultivate and giveback to our farm lands. Our next guest, Anthony Myint, Co-Founder of Mission Chinese Food SF and Zero Foodprint (ZFP), a nonprofit organization building a renewable food system rooted in healthy soil, is taking action to be apart of the daunting solution to a better future. Anthony is the 2019 winner of Basque Culinary World prize and 2020 James Beard Humanitarian Of The Year award winner. This is an eye opening conversation around where we a...
2021-04-2048 minOn The PassHot Spot: Jeremy Chan + Ire Hassan-Odukale of IkoyiBreaking barriers and expectations while staying authentic to one’s vision despite the world's exterior pressures is a way of life for our next guests. On this episode of the “Hot Spot” series, Gabriel Ornelas chats with chef Jeremy Chan and Ire Hassan-Odukale, the creative and business minds behind Ikoyi, a London based restaurant in St James Market. Having no real prior restaurant experience, within a year of jumping onto the scene Ikoyi was awarded a 1 Michelin star along with other numerous accolades. Jeremy who is Chinese-Canadian and Ire who is Nigerian, marry inspiration from West Africa and other p...
2021-04-0751 minOn The PassBrian Canlis: Leading and Learning Through VulnerabilityOur guest this episode is Brian Canlis, someone who along with his family has had a reputation for setting the bar for hospitality through their 70 year old restaurant Canlis, a Seattle institution created by his grandfather Peter Canlis. Since the 1950’s, the restaurant has won multiple awards including their most recent James Beard award for Outstanding Hospitality. Today, Brian and his brother Mark are at the helm of Canlis. Bringing a fresh perspective, they’ve made changes to keep the restaurant evolving and in the last year they’ve steered the restaurant through the pandemic with quick start-up...
2021-03-2452 minOn The PassLarissa Zimberoff: The Future of Food and TechYou don’t have to be in the food-tech space to know there is a lot going on. A simple google search will send you down an endless labyrinth of information overload. You’ve probably heard of companies like, Impossible foods and Beyond Meat, who have raised millions, grown significantly, and can now be found at many local grocery stores and mainstream restaurants. There’s a whole host of other brands, technologies, and innovations that are being developed such as eggs made of mung beans or protein from fungi, for example. Wanting to learn more, Gabriel talks to our...
2021-03-1057 minOn The PassHot Spot: Micah McFarlane of Revel SpiritsWhat is Ávila? There's more to the agave spirits category than just Tequila and Mezcal. On this episode of the “Hot Spot” series, Gabriel Ornelas chats with Micah McFarlane, CEO of Revel Spirits, an emerging agave spirits brand making Ávila, a regionally specific product with deep roots to Mexico's second smallest state Morelos. With big ambitions to put this new agave subcategory on the map, Revel Spirits combines the techniques of roasting (mezcal) and steaming (tequila) piñas to create an exceptional spirit with subtle smokey notes. Micah, who came from a lifelong career in the ent...
2021-02-2446 minOn The PassShep Gordon: The Man Who Created Celebrity ChefsWho is Shep Gordon? You’ve probably heard the popular phrase "Chefs Are The New Rockstars" — you can thank Shep for that. He's the visionary who brought chefs like Roger Vergé, Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Roy Yamaguchi and Daniel Boulud to the mainstream and coined the term “Celebrity Chefs.” Coming from a colorful life as a music manager to artists like Alice Cooper, Luther Vandross, Blondie and Teddy Pendergrass to name a few, Shep brought his show business know-how to the culinary arts where he singlehandedly paved the path for chefs to become today's cultural icons. If you've...
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