Pastry Arts Podcast

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Jen Yee: Switching Careers, Working Her Way Up & Loving Every Second May 31, 2019

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In this episode, we talk with Jen Yee, an award-winning and James Beard recognized pastry chef. Yee serves as Executive Pastry Chef for the notable Linton Hopkins and his hospitality group, Resurgens, with a focus on his flagship, Restaurant Eugene. She walks us through her career and recalls the moments that shaped her professionally.

In the episode we discuss:

Her path from architect to pastry chef
First job at Gordon Ramsey's in London (and did she get yelled at?)
Working at a trendy Chinese tea salon in London
First pastry chef gig opening Charlie Palmer's Aureole in NYC
SHO in NYC: what it was like working in a Michelin 2-star restaurant
Opening Andrew Carmelini's Lafayette restaurant and bakery
Her process of developing desserts and being inspired by new ingredients
How she manages to maintain a personal life/work balance
And lots more!

Jason Licker: Career Highlights, Lessons Learned & His Book "Lickerland" May 12, 2019

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In this episode, we talk with Pastry Chef Jason Licker as he walks through his career step-by-step and recalls the moments that shaped him professionally. Plus, the story behind his James Beard nominated book, Lickerland: Asian-Accented Desserts, and the process he followed for self-publishing.

In the episode we discuss:

Getting hired at the world renown Jean Georges Restaurant
Becoming a Pastry Chef at Metrazur for Charlie Palmer by 23
The once in a lifetime opportunity to move to China
His Iron Chef Show appearance - and hilarious story
Why he published his book Lickerland
The process he followed for self-publishing
And more!

Emily Luchetti: Her Career Highlights, Ingredient Usage, Pastry Trends & More Apr 26, 2019

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In this episode, we talk with Emily Luchetti, Chief Pastry Officer of Big Night Restaurant Group. Over the last few decades, Emily helped to define what great pastry in America means.

After working the line at New York restaurants and Jeremiah Tower's legendary Stars in San Francisco, she switched to the sweet side of the kitchen and didn't look back. She has authored many books on the subject of pastry, appeared on numerous television programs, and has been awarded of such honors as the 2001 Women Chefs & Restaurateurs Golden Whisk Award, the 2003 Food Arts Magazine Silver Spoon Award, the 2004 James Beard Foundation award for Outstanding Pastry, and she was inducted into the James Beard Foundation Who's Who of Food & Beverage in America.

In the episode we discuss:

How Emily started working as a line cook
The time she spent in Gérard Pangaud's kitchen
Reflecting on working with Jeremiah Tower at the legendary Stars
Emily's thoughts on men and women in the kitchen - both savory and pastry
The evolution of her style
Where she draws inspiration for new dishes
Using fruit purees and the benefits relating to consistency
Emily's thoughts on savoring ingredients in desserts
The process of writing multiple books

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Ron Ben-Israel: Pastry Genius & Cake Savant Discusses Career Evolution & Gives Professional Advice Apr 05, 2019

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In this episode, we talk with Ron Ben-Israel, pastry genius, and owner of one of the finest couture cake studios of our times - Ron Ben-Israel Cakes. His trendsetting cakes have been featured in countless books, TV shows, films, publications, and in many of New York's premier hotels and venues. Plus, Ron has been the host and judge of the Food Network's hit show Sweet Genius for three seasons, a show that has since been syndicated around the world, as well as a judge for three seasons on the FN's Cake Wars as well as several holiday specials.

In the episode we discuss:

Ron's accidental start in the cake business
The mentor who inspired him & lessons learned
His career evolution & rise in his popularity
Working with clients & how he deals with difficult ones
Transporting elaborate cakes long distances
Ron's preference for icing & his new favorite cake color
Thoughts on cooking shows & their direction
A trend in baking he'd like to see go away
Much more!

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Intro to Pastry Arts Magazine Podcast & Host Tish Boyle Apr 01, 2019

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In this short episode, we introduce you to Pastry Arts Magazine's new podcast and host Tish Boyle. We share Tish's background and her hand in evolving media for pastry and baking professionals and give some insight into the schedule and guests that will join us on our new podcast.

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