Chef 86'd
Chef Jeremy Mclachlan and his pal Hammer have worked in the restaurant industry for over 25 years, and been best friends for over 30. In this Podcast the Chef gets chefs, bartenders, writers and purveyors of products to share the secrets of their success, and stories of the crazy experiences they've had, and the characters that they have met along the way.
Episodes
50 episodes
Scott McDowell GM Jak's Grill Steakhouse
Today we had special guest and old friend Scott McDowell on the podcast. Scott is running the ship at Jak's Grill in West Seattle. We got deep in the woods on great resta...
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Episode 50
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1:33:27
Europe Trip
Chef took an adventurous journey to Europe! Today chef and Hammer discuss the differences of Euro dining and culture. This is a great guide to plan your next trip!ENJOY!!!
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Episode 49
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1:59:29
Minimum Wage Discussion
Hammer and Chef sit down and discuss the minimum wage hike hitting many cities across the country. What is a fare wage in the restaurant business?Enjoy!
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Episode 48
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1:00:44
Dry–Uary Mayhem
Hammer and I have decided to give our livers a break for a while. In this podcast we try a ton of non-alcoholic beers, we prefer the dark ones.We also discuss QR menu ordering at restaurants, self ordering, self checkout at stores and t...
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Episode 47
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1:16:55
Christmas with Steph
A wild first ride with special event coordinator and Christmas enthusiast Stephanie Housden!We dive into Christmas movies, gift giving, the gift of travel, Hammer's crazy trip he has planned, love language and the difference between men...
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Episode 46
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1:12:01
Pumpkin Bumpkin Beer Tasting
Like Pumpkin beer? On todays show we taste through pumpkin beers (listed below). We also chat a ton about halloween, the restaurant biz and if it is ok for men to share a blanket.Beers Tasted
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Episode 45
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1:07:31
Hot Sauce Tasting
After thousands of requests Hammer and Chef finally did a hot sauce tasting! This one was brutal and fun all wrapped into one episode. We also talk about the West seattle bridge opening and the shenanigans. Hot Sauce Tasted ...
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Episode 44
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1:00:59
Energy Drink Tasting
Why not try energy drinks for a 10:30 recording, what could go wrong? Hammer and Chef Jeremy bust through the newest energy drinks on the market using brewed tea concentrate and green coffee extract. Energy drinks are a huge part of the restaur...
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Episode 43
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1:02:21
Carsten Rode-Front of House turned Healer
Jeremy and Hammer sit down with old friend Carsten Rode to discuss Front of House matters. Carsten is one of the many that has left the business to pursue a different career. Carsten is now a well respected acupuncturist. We also taste some asi...
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Episode 42
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51:29
Whiskey Tasting
Time to slug down some whiskey and why not taste different ones! Chef Jeremy got inspired by seeing the famous whistle pig bourbon in single airline style.We also chat about getting older, the state of the restaurant world and why hamme...
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Episode 41
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1:34:22
Feed Hammer Spring Edition
Chef Jeremy brings in some delectable spring vegetables in a feeble attempt to get Hammer to care about food.We taste through fiddlehead ferns, sea beans and morel mushrooms. We also discuss the pains of delivery platforms ...
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Episode 40
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1:06:01
Cinco De Drinko
WARNING: UNEDITED EDITIONTequila flowing like water, NW Mexican style beer, and laughs galore fill this podcast with Hammer and Chef. Discussions arise about Starbucks, the boom of breweries, celebrity owned restaurants and... Hammer...
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Episode 39
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1:46:12
CLC – Potato Gratin
COOK LIKE CHEF Also known as scallop potatoes or potato Au Gratin this dish is a for sure pleaser. Chef brings his knowledge to a simple dish to give you the added touches to wow anyone who tries it.Also in this episode is the produc...
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Episode 38
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42:38
CLC - Dungeness Crab Deviled Eggs
COOK LIKE CHEF back in time for easter with this rockstar rendition on a classic. These deviled eggs will make everyone scream in joy when they try them! I also have my produce pick of the week Artichokes.Wine pairing for the Dun...
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Episode 37
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32:40
HELP WANTED!!!
Is it time to leave the restaurant business? Hammer thinks YES and Chef thinks NO. Our debate got so heated at one point hammer almost left. Ha Ha. We also did our normal tangents talking about Easter and religion s...
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Episode 36
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1:10:20
COOK LIKE CHEF – Frisee and Blood Orange Salad
This week I give a show stopper salad to cook at home or take to a party. This salad blends bitter greens with tart citrus, sweet apple, fennel, walnuts all tossed in a champagne vinaigrette. Then the salad is topped with Manchego cheese.
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Episode 35
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33:08
COOK LIKE CHEF – Fighting Irish Stew
In this episode chef Jeremy teaches you how to cook his Fighting Irish Stew just in time for St. Patrick's Day. Printable version of the recipe is at
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Episode 34
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34:26
COVID Convo
Well it is finally catching up to us all! With the new surge in COVID cases Hammer and chef decided to talk through some of the precautions and issues plaguing our amazing industry right now. We also speak about delivery services and other opti...
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Episode 32
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1:14:30
New Year 2022 Special
Hammer and Chef sit down to discuss the wonderful and fulfilling 2020 & 2021. We don't bitch that much! We also discuss our favorite drinks and hangover cures for the new year. A heavy debate about speakeasy bars comes into the flow of our ...
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Episode 32
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1:33:19
Christmas Special
A one of a kind Christmas Special with guests Stephanie and Olan. This episode we talk about Stephanie's new gig as a event coordinator in South Tacoma with Theory real estate group. In this episode we di...
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Episode 31
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2:04:53
Dark Beer Tasting
Hammer and I try some wintery dark beers. With all great episodes we go off on some different paths but always get back to the tasting. We also discussed the launch of hammers new solo podcast "the cauliflower, shower, hour". Please enjoy the h...
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Episode 30
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1:22:16
Ian Carey "Dive Bar Master" Part 2
Second parter to our sit down with Ian Carey from Larrys Tavern and Poggie Tavern. We start with how to saber wine and move to stri...
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Episode 29
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1:14:29
Ian Carey "Dive Bar Master" Part 1
Hammer and I had the pleasure of sitting down with Ian Carey bar manager of Larrys Tavern and Poggie Tavern in West Seattle. This...
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Episode 28
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1:31:35