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**Beyond the Plate**

Join Andrew “Kappy” Kaplan as he sits down in-person with the world’s culinary elite to explore their journey into the food industry and the social impact they have made in their community. Every episode will share inspiring stories of what it means to be in today’s hospitality industry.

Latest Episodes:

HEARD (006): handrolls, hot sauce, slow cooker, 50% off, and gluten-free Jul 21, 2025

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Links and handles mentioned in this episode:

Mr. Tuna | Jordan Rubin | KazuNori | Noriko

Cutino Hot Sauce

Slow Cooker Recipe

Flashfood

The Gluten Free Austrian | Daniela | Newsletter

Food Republic Air Fryer Banana Hack

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HEARD (005): Chinese food, Calabrian chiles, pudding, molly yeh, Chicago-style giardiniera, and peanut m&m’s Jul 07, 2025

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In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment.

Links and handles mentioned in this episode:

Wan’s | Alex Kuk | Temple Street Eatery | Diego Ng

Sobelini Pizza Crunch | Adam Sobel | Aether Group

Alex Guarnaschelli | Beyond the Plate Season 2/Episode 8/Pudding

breaking barriers | molly yeh

Mauro Provisions Honey G Pepper Relish | Jeff Mauro

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HEARD (004): Food Network Chef’s new restaurant, green chickpeas, Doritos, a game-changing school food program in Chicago, and a world-renowned chef’s new project Jun 23, 2025

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In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment.

Links and handles mentioned in this episode:

Elmina Restaurant | Chef Eric Adjepong

Fresh Nature Foods Green Chickpeas

Golden Sriracha Doritos

Academy for Global Citizenship | take a tour

Eric Ripert Newsletter | Chef Eric Ripert | A Return to Cooking

Eric Ripert’s Beyond the Plate Season 1 episode

Chekmark Eats newsletter (scroll to bottom) | Alex Reichek

Dollywood Cinnamon Bread

Ignacio “Nacho” Jimenez | Beyond the Drink episode

Arjav Ezekiel | Beyond the Plate episode

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HEARD (003): Zarella Restaurant, New Mexican gochujang, crispy rice, chefs rallying against childhood hunger, two cookbooks recs, and food processors Jun 09, 2025

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In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment.

Links and handles mentioned in this episode:

Zarella Pizzeria & Taverna / ig

Chef Lee Wolen

Chef Chris Pandel

Boka Restaurant Group

Fra’ Mani

Chef David Ruiz

Overland Park Convention Center

NM ChileJang

KALEJUNKIE, Nicole Keshishian

Share Our Strength

Childhood hunger Chef letter sign-on

Childhood hunger non-chef call-to-action info

Dad, What’s for Dinner? book

Cuisinart Food Processor

KitchenAid Food Processor

Crispy Rice Salad Topper:

2 cups cooked rice, cooled

2 teaspoons tamari or soy sauce

2 tablespoons chile crisp

1 tablespoon sesame oil

- Preheat oven to 400

- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper

- Add cooked and cooled rice to the baking sheet

- Toss well with tamari, chili crisp, and sesame oil

- Bake for approximately 30 minutes, tossing halfway through

- Remove from the oven once the rice is crispy

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HEARD (002): San Diego, thermometers, chilli tahini sauce, Southern Smoke, Gail Simmons, LeBron James, knives May 26, 2025

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In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment.

Links and handles mentioned in this episode:

- Combustion Inc. Predictive Thermometer

- Deliciously Ella

- Ella Mills

- Lotus Foods

- Temple Street Eatery

- Callie Restaurant

- Chef Travis Swikard

- Chris Young

- Southern Smoke

- Chris Shepherd

- Gail Simmons Newsletter

- Ferrero Pocket Coffee

- That’s It Organic Dark Chocolate Espresso Truffles

- Chef Dena Marino

- Dena Marino’s il Mio Tavolo

- Scott Heimendinger (@seattlefoodgeek)

- https://youtu.be/GUQy0Sdp8Hc

Deliciously Ella’s Chilli Tahini Sauce:

4 tablespoons tahini

4 tablespoons tamari

1 tablespoon maple syrup

1 tablespoon brown rice vinegar

1 tablespoon chilli oil

Mix all ingredients together with a fork or whisk and serve with Asian noodles of choice…or serve with vegetables…or as a dipper…or…!

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HEARD (001): haloumi, iconic ice creams, a molecular biologist, giving back, Top Chef, and chili crunch May 12, 2025

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In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment.

Links and handles mentioned in this episode:

- Aviv, avivsb.com

- CookNSolo, cooknsolo.com

- @mikesolomonov

- saltandstraw.com

- @saltandstraw

- book: https://a.co/d/5vvo7f0

- @abrowntable

- shareourstrength.org

- nokidhungry.org/events

- @kristenlkish

- https://mr-bing.com/collections/products

- https://www.flavorforkfood.com/store-1/p/style-01-ej5na-md2rc

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MINISERIES: Tiffany Derry - PepsiCo Foods Culinary Advisory Board Member Dec 18, 2024

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We’re joined by Tiffany Derry, the co-founder of T2D Concepts, TV personality, and owner of critically acclaimed Dallas restaurants Roots Chicken Shak, Roots Southern Table and Radici Wood Fired Grill. Tiffany brings her Southern flair and global culinary insights, and discusses inventive ways of reimagining PepsiCo Foods brands as pantry staples. Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Plate… with Tiffany Derry.

This series is brought to you by PepsiCo Foods.

To learn more about PepsiCo Foods visit PepsiCo.com

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MINISERIES: Tyler Malek - PepsiCo Foods Culinary Advisory Board Member Dec 18, 2024

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We’re joined by Tyler Malek, the co-founder and Chief Creative Officer at Salt & Straw, where he is best known for developing over 2,000 inventive, delicious ice cream flavors. Tyler brings his knack for creativity and innovation to the Culinary Advisory Board, highlighting his playful approach to rethinking and transforming familiar flavors. Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Plate… with Tyler Malek.

This series is brought to you by PepsiCo Foods.

To learn more about PepsiCo Foods visit PepsiCo.com

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MINISERIES: Ali Bouzari - PepsiCo Foods Culinary Advisory Board Member Dec 18, 2024

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We’re joined by Ali Bouzari, a culinary scientist and the co-founder and Chief Science Officer of Pilot R&D, where he combines his culinary creativity and scientific expertise to develop new products and techniques. Ali’s approach highlights the potential of PepsiCo Foods’ brands as everyday ingredients, including how ingredient substitutions can unlock a playful and delicious way to think about food. From his innovative use of iconic PepsiCo products like Cheetos in polenta, to tips for home cooks, Ali shares how his unique perspective bridges the worlds of science and culinary artistry. Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Plate… with Ali Bouzari.

This series is brought to you by PepsiCo Foods.

To learn more about PepsiCo Foods visit PepsiCo.com

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MINISERIES: Ellen Bennett - PepsiCo Foods Culinary Advisory Board Member Dec 18, 2024

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We’re joined by Ellen Bennett, the founder & Chief Brand Officer of the beloved culinary apparel brand, Hedley & Bennett, as well as the TV host of Kitchen Glow Up and author of Dream First, Details Later, inspiring people to make their dreams happen. Ellen shares her unique perspective on blending her fine dining background with her Mexican heritage. She also shares how she showcases the versatility of everyday ingredients from PepsiCo Foods. Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Plate… with Ellen Bennett.

This series is brought to you by PepsiCo Foods.

To learn more about PepsiCo Foods visit PepsiCo.com

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