Ep. 244 – Clarice Lam

As The Baking Bean, Chef Clarice creates sweet treats with clean and pure flavors that The New York Times calls “high-quality and handsome.” The Baking Bean can be found year around in local pop up markets curated by Urban Space as well as Brooklyn’s own famed Smorgasburg. The Baking Bean’s products are also featured in various NYC restaurants, museums, and stores. Tune in to hear her story!

Episode 240 – Alfonso Contrisciani

Tune in to hear Charles and Chef Alfonso catch up and reminisce on old memories. Chef believes in sustainable foods and green initiatives and applies them to his daily operations. He is an active member of the Ohio Community Agriculture System and believes our future is in a sustainable, organic farming system to preserve our ecosystem.

Episode 238- Ben Diaz

Born and raised in Southern California, Chef Ben takes inspiration from the ever-evolving culinary scene and melting pot of cultures in and around Southern California. His passion for cooking comes from watching his father, an already accomplished chef himself cook and prepare meals for his family. Tune in to hear Ben’s story and what he is working on today.

Episode 237- Guy Meikle

Guy W. Meikle is the Executive Chef and Owner of Heritage Restaurant & Caviar Bar, a hidden gem located at 2700 West Chicago Avenue. Born and raised in Chicago, he has worked in highly regarded restaurants, catering and consulting businesses for over 20 years. Tune into this weeks episode!