Charlie Trotter’s Legacy Lives On: A Son’s Journey of Innovation and Tribute

Dylan Trotter | 49 Minutes | December 10, 2024

Dylan Trotter, son of culinary legend Charlie Trotter, shares how he’s honoring his father’s legacy.

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Reinventing Life at 53: An Escoffier Student’s Journey to MasterChef

Daniela Peregrina | 53 Minutes | November 26, 2024

Escoffier online plant-based student Daniela Peregrina shares her journey of reinventing her life at 53 and competing on MasterChef.

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Curtis Stone Unplugged: TV Stardom, Michelin Stars, and Cooking with Heart

Chef Curtis Stone | 40 Minutes | November 12, 2024

Celebrity Chef Curtis Stone shares his journey to success, from launching restaurants to starring on TV, with insights on honing talent.

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Ask Me Anything: Chef Kirk Bachmann Answers Your Most Burning Questions

Chef Kirk Bachman | 36 Minutes | October 22, 2024

Chef Kirk Bachman, host of The Ultimate Dish podcast, answers your most burning questions in this first-ever, Q&A episode.

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Joy the Baker: Baking, Blogging, and the Life-Changing Magic of it All

Joy the Baker | 40 Minutes | October 8, 2024

Joy the Baker discusses her passion for classic baking techniques and the launch of a new children's book, The Life-Changing Magic of Baking.

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From Michelin Stars to Escoffier: Chef Instructor Florian Tetart on Building Culinary Excellence

Chef Florian Tetart | 43 Minutes | September 17, 2024

Chef Instructor Florian Tetart discusses his journey from Michelin-starred kitchens to teaching Baking & Pastry Arts at Escoffier.

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How Chef Dave Beran Prepped Hollywood Stars for FX’s The Bear

Chef Dave Beran | 49 Minutes | September 3, 2024

Chef Dave Beran shares his approach to training Hollywood stars for FX’s The Bear in his kitchen.

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James Beard Award-Winner Kelly Whitaker on Why You Should Keep a Line Cook Mentality

Chef Kelly Whitaker | 71 Minutes | August 20, 2024

Chef Kelly Whitaker shares how he’s redefining traditional kitchen environments and why every chef should keep a “line cook mentality.”

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Reverie Reborn: How Chef Johnny Spero Rebuilt His Dream Restaurant After a Tragic Fire

Johnny Spero | 66 Minutes | August 6, 2024

Chef Johnny Spero shares his story of resilience, detailing how he rebuilt his dream restaurant after a devastating fire.

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From Air Force to Cowboy Chef: Escoffier Grad Mason Snyder’s Unique Life Journey

Mason Snyder | 53 Minutes | July 16, 2024

Escoffier graduate Mason Snyder talks about changing careers to pursue your dream and competing on Hulu’s Chefs vs. Wild.

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Chef Kirk T. Bachmann, M.Ed, C.E.C, A.A.C

Kirk T. Bachmann is the President | Provost of Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts Boulder, Colorado campus. He is a German-American Chef, a consummate educator, and always promoting the highest standards of quality – honoring the craft of cooking and supporting students, educators, and guests from all walks of life.

His many culinary industry accolades include Certified Executive Chef® (CEC®), Culinary Salon medalist, and member of the American Academy of Chefs (AAC), The International Association of Culinary Professionals, Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, Antonin Careme Society, Disciples d’Escoffier, and The International Food and Beverage Forum.

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