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Mise en Place - the PodcastAlex KimOn this weeks episode of Mise en Place, we have Chef Alex Kim, the Chef and Culinary Director of Five Sails and Glowbal Restaurant in Vancouver. He joins us to share his journey from Seoul, South Korea, to becoming a Chef here in Canada. He moved from Korea to Edmonton as a teenager and fell in love with the idea of becoming a Chef and has dedicated his life to his craft. He loves the use bits and pieces of his culinary heritage in his modern take on fine cuisine. This different but delicious perspective to him onto win...2025-05-201h 30Mise en Place - the PodcastReuben MajorOn this weeks episode of Mise en Place - the Podcast, we’re delighted to welcome Chef Reuben Major, a dynamic force in Vancouver’s culinary and hospitality scene whose innovative leadership has left a lasting mark on the city’s dining landscape. From his early days crafting menus at Veloute Bistro in Toronto to his role as Executive Chef and part owner of The Settlement Building’s Belgard Kitchen, Reuben has blended culinary creativity with a knack for sustainable practices, like using brewery spent grain to create unique dishes such as IPA-braised roasts. His tenure as Director of Culinary...2025-05-131h 13Mise en Place - the PodcastChris AndrazaOn this episode of Mise en Place- the Podcast we welcome Chef Chris Andraza, a driving force in Vancouver’s culinary landscape and a passionate advocate for sustainable seafood. Originally from Southern Ontario, Chris found his calling in British Columbia’s rich coastal bounty after moving to Victoria in his 20s, where he studied at Camosun College and immersed himself in the world of fresh, local ingredients. From his formative years at Rodney’s Oyster House to his innovative leadership as Executive Chef at Fanny Bay Oyster Bar, Chris has earned acclaim for his playful, seasonal menus that highlight the pri...2025-05-061h 04Mise en Place - the PodcastPatrick HennessyOn this episode of Mise en Place, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Chef Patrick Hennessy, the longtime culinary vet, behind Vancouver’s Michelin-starred gem, Barbara. Nestled in the heart of Chinatown, Barbara is a testament to Hennessy’s remarkable journey—from his early days at West Vancouver’s Beach House to Chambar to honing his craft at global heavyweight Eleven Madison Park, in Manhattan. With a kidney transplant shaping his resilience and a deep love for local, sustainable ingredients, Hennessy has created a 17-seat restaurant that redefines intimate dining. We dive into his creative process, the challenges...2025-04-292h 10Mise en Place - the PodcastRon MckinlayWelcome to Mise en Place - The Podcast, where we sit down with the change makers of the restaurant industry to uncover their stories, passions, and the moments that shape their culinary worlds. This week, we’re delighted to reconnect with Chef Ron McKinley for a second time, catching him at a pivotal moment in his illustrious career. Recently departing from his role as Executive Chef at Canoe Restaurant in Toronto—a celebrated cornerstone of Canadian cuisine—Chef Ron is now strategically plotting his next chapter while savoring a well-earned pause. Fresh off a dream guest chef appearance in Charli...2025-04-221h 05Mise en Place - the PodcastPatrick GaylerWelcome to Mise en Place – the Podcast, on this weeks podcast our guest is overseeing some of the best restaurants in the Okanagan Valley — Chef Patrick Gayler, Executive Chef of the iconic Mission Hill Family Estate Winery. With a deep commitment to sustainability, seasonality, and the spirit of collaboration, Patrick has transformed the dining experience at Mission Hill’s Terrace Restaurant into one of the most acclaimed winery restaurants in Canada.From his early days on Canada’s competitive culinary stage — representing the country at the Culinary Olympics — to crafting hyper-local, wine-paired menus that celebrat...2025-04-151h 09Mise en Place - the PodcastRod ButtersOn this weeks episode of Mise en Place - The Podcast. Today, we’re honored to introduce a true icon of Canadian cuisine, Chef Rod Butters. Hailing from Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, Rod’s journey is one of resilience and reinvention—think a sidelined baseball scholarship turned culinary calling. He cut his teeth at Toronto’s legendary Scaramouche Restaurant, honed his craft with Four Seasons and Shangri-La Hotels, and made waves as a senior member of the Chateau Whistler Resort opening team. But it was as the opening Chef at the world-famous Wickaninnish Inn in Tofino where Rod’s vision shon...2025-04-081h 34Mise en Place - the PodcastRonald St.PierreI first met Chef Ronald St. Pierre on the first night of COOKSCAMP three years ago. He was part of a contingent from the North Island Chefs Association, preparing for their lunch service the next day. At some point, Chef Ronald came to me looking for the pork loin he had ordered. I stood there, straight-faced but internally panicked, realizing I had made a massive mistake—I hadn’t ordered what they needed. But as any good sous chef in that situation will tell you, you find a way to fix it. A few hours later, that pork loin mate...2025-04-0155 minMise en Place - the PodcastRyan FogartyThere are many facets to this hospitality business that the general public either don't think of or don't know about. Side businesses that support our restaurants and hotels, like farmers and fishers and ranchers. There is a whole other part that is just as import and can add so much to lives pf the people doing the job and the diners. That is the people that supply the glassware, flatware, etc. etc, but once in a while something special comes along and we get very excited about. This is where Leechtown Blacksmiths and Ryan Fogarty come into the picture...2025-03-251h 41Mise en Place - the PodcastJohn BishopJohn Bishop's culinary journey is a testament to how life can unfold in unexpected and magnificent ways. From a young Welsh boy with no grand ambitions beyond escaping his small town, to becoming one of Canada's most influential culinary pioneers, Bishop's story captivates from the first moment.The heart of Bishop's philosophy crystallized in his first days at cooking school: mise en place – proper preparation and organization. This concept would guide not just his cooking but his entire approach to life and community. After honing his craft across the UK, Ireland, and working on merchant ships, Bishop ar...2025-03-181h 22Mise en Place - the PodcastCory PelanThis week, we’re thrilled to sit down with a longtime friend of the show, Chef Cory Pelan of The Whole Beast in Victoria, BC. Cory’s not your typical chef—he stepped into the kitchen later in life. After some time in restaurant kitchens he began carving out a mouthwatering legacy in the art of charcuterie. With a passion for pork and the magic of salt and time, he’s turned humble cuts into absolute masterpieces, from silky hams and spicy N’Duja to rich guanciale and the holy grail of fermented sausages. At his Victoria shop, these creations...2025-03-111h 20Mise en Place - the PodcastSean HeatherWhen people speak of a classic Irish Pub or a perfectly poured pint of Guinness in Vancouver, they will always talk about the Irish Heather first. Sean Heather built his public House from a yearning for Dublin, and a real understanding that nostalgia can build community stronger than just about anything. Sean has continued to own and run a string of other great places and has not looked back. Always placing hospitality and welcoming spaces as his calling card. We are lucky to have him on today's podcast and hear the stories of a young man finding his way...2025-03-041h 03Mise en Place - the PodcastDavid DupreyOn today's podcast we have restaurant owner and businessman David Duprey, owner of the Narrow Group. He started with the infamous Narrow Lounge and then onto many more interesting ventures. We get into the nitty gritty of being a restaurant owner in Vancouver and what it can take to actually run a successful business at this time. I hope you enjoy the conversation, I know I did. Send us your feedback Ruthless TruthIs an opinion platform hosted by Marvin “Truth” Davis. My life and career...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify2025-02-2157 minMise en Place - the PodcastDavid DupreyOn today's podcast we have restaurant owner and businessman David Duprey, owner of the Narrow Group. He started with the infamous Narrow Lounge and then onto many more interesting ventures. We get into the nitty gritty of being a restaurant owner in Vancouver and what it can take to actually run a successful business at this time. I hope you enjoy the conversation, I know I did. Send us your feedback 2025-02-2054 min
Bread and Butter Collective Podcast#102 Robert Belcham - Popina Canteen Co-OwnerIn this podcast, Robert Belcham, co-owner of Popina Canteen, shares his journey in the culinary world, from building a unique dining experience to navigating the challenges of running a successful restaurant and tipping.2025-02-201h 09Mise en Place - the PodcastJoanna JaggerOn this podcast I am so happy to finally have on Joanna Jagger, Director and Founder of the Worth Association. An organization that Champions women in the Hospitality and Tourism space. The Yes Shef event held each year that highlights women Cooks and Chefs in hospitality and is one of the coolest food events of the year. I really hope you enjoy our conversation about the women in our industry. Let me know what you think. As always please send me contacts for people I should be talking to. Send us your feedback Ruthless Truth2025-02-0655 minMise en Place - the PodcastSamantha ScholefieldOn this weeks episode we have a long time advocate and champion of the hospitality industry, Samantha Scholefield. Her work with the BCRFA and the Chefs' Table Society has changed the lives of many people. From the GWRC and SLMP programs to her work helping the community navigate the almost weekly changes during the Covid times. It was a pleasure to speak with her and I am happy and excited to see her great work continue. Send us your feedback Ruthless TruthIs an opinion platform hosted by Marvin “Truth” Davis. My life and career...2025-01-211h 19Mise en Place - the PodcastChanthy YenOn this weeks podcast we are excited to have on Chef Chanthy Yen. Growing up in Windsor Ontario, Chanthy was lucky enough to grow up learning to cook from his Cambodian grandmother. His love of amazing food turned into a very successful career that has taken him across the country and around the world. Honing his skill at the much lauded Northwest Culinary Academy and has never looked back. He worked at the cutting edge Mugaritz in Spain. He worked with Ferran Adria and his team on culinary and gastronomic research in Barcelona. He has opened many restaurants but...2025-01-141h 15Mise en Place - the PodcastWilliam JohnsonOn this weeks podcast we have freelance writer/ journalist, William Johnson. His writing has covered entrepreneurship, business, tech, and leadership but he has a massive love of the restaurant business. We spend an hour chatting about his outsider perspective on story telling, tipping, restaurant culture, food journalism and much more. His unique perspectives help paint a picture from a nuanced customer lens that we rarely see or hear in this world of fast paced social media journalism. I hope you enjoy our conversation and already looking forward to having him back. Send us your feedback 2025-01-071h 16