The Ultimate Dish
A show about good food, inspiring stories, and deep dive talks featuring the world’s most innovative culinary educators and thought leaders. Join us as we delve into the lives of the amazing people shaping the world of food and drink. Hosted by Chef Kirk T. Bachmann.
Podcasting since 2021 • 144 episodes
The Ultimate Dish
Latest Episodes
Top Chef Winner Melissa King: What Changed When I Stopped Holding Back
In today’s episode, we welcome Melissa King, Top Chef All-Stars champion, record-breaking competitor, cookbook author, and host of National Geographic’s Tasting Wild.Melissa shares what changed between her first season of To...
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Episode 146
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51:24
Jacques Pépin: The Secret Wisdom of a Culinary Legend
In today’s episode, we welcome Jacques Pépin, culinary icon, bestselling author, and beloved teacher whose career has shaped generations of cooks around the world.Jacques looks back on his early apprenticeship in France, his move to the ...
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Episode 145
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48:15
Alexis Stoudemire: Why She Chose Culinary School Now
In today’s episode, we sit down with Alexis Stoudemire, entrepreneur, lifestyle creator, philanthropist, and recent Escoffier graduate.Alexis opens up about enrolling in culinary school as a deliberate next chapter, not a career reset. S...
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Episode 144
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How a Home Kitchen Became a Source of Healing
In today’s episode, we sit down with Jennifer Relph, a home baker, mom of four, and former cottage food business owner behind Selah Sweets.Jen shares how baking became a form of therapy during a challenging season of life and why time in...
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Episode 143
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40:48