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Food Criticism With Besha Rodell Jun 02, 2025

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Dave and Chris opine on food criticism and what the ideal food critic would be like. They are then joined by Besha Rodell, the author of 'Hunger Like a Thirst' and a former anonymous food critic. She has an amazing résumé and gives insights into what it is really like to be a food reviewer. Besha, Dave, and Chris discuss food criticism as it has been and its platonic ideal: from honest reviews to what reviewers should be looking for when critiquing a restaurant.

Check out Besha's book here: https://celadonbooks.com/book/hunger-like-a-thirst-besha-rodell/.

Check out Besha's reviews on The Age here: https://www.theage.com.au/goodfood/search?text=besha+rodell.

Follow Besha on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/besharodell/?hl=en.

Read the Ruth Reichl review Dave mentions here: https://www.nytimes.com/1993/09/10/arts/restaurants-174793.html.

Read the Pete Wells review on Guy Fieri's Times Square location here: https://www.nytimes.com/2012/11/14/dining/reviews/restaurant-review-guys-american-kitchen-bar-in-times-square.html.

Read the Pete Wells review on Locol here: https://www.nytimes.com/2017/01/03/dining/locol-review-oakland-california-pete-wells.html.

Read the article Dave mentions on closing a restaurant here: https://www.eater.com/2020/1/8/21028493/restaurant-closure-process-thirty-acres-mean-sandwich.

Read Besha's review of Dolly here: https://www.theage.com.au/goodfood/melbourne-eating-out/everyone-got-excited-about-dolly-but-the-food-absolutely-baffling-20231005-p5e9zv.html

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Host: Dave Chang

Guest: Roy Choi

Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer

Spotify Producer: Felipe Guilhermino

Editor: Stefano Sanchez

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Ramen in Real Time May 29, 2025

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Inspired by the recent Tampopo "Food Scenes Only" episode, Dave cooks ramen live while talking about the history of the dish, how the dish has changed over time, and he answers some commonly asked questions. He finishes with some incredible bowls of ramen. You're going to want to watch this one! An Ask Dave is also answered.

Watch the episode on Tampopo here: https://youtu.be/42e29MJaeOc

Get Dave's Shio Tare recipe from this episode here:

https://www.majordomo.com/blogs/recipes/dave-changs-shio-tare

Learn about Kansui and how to make your own at home here:

https://www.nytimes.com/2010/09/15/dining/15curious.html?smid=url-share

Check out Dave on 'Mind of a Chef' here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ckYjZDtdXmo

Learn more about Taishoken here:

https://www.taishokenusa.com/about

Learn about Sun Noodle here:

https://sunnoodle.com/our-story/

Learn about Jiro Ramen:

https://ramenbeast.substack.com/p/ramen-jiro-japans-most-infamous-food

Check out the Javier Cabral episode where they talk about the holy ideal of Peking duck and a tortilla: https://youtu.be/H3f_AZF4an0

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Host: Dave Chang

Guest: Chris Ying

Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden, David Meyer, Ira Chute, and Molly O’Keeffe

Spotify Producer: Felipe Guilhermino

Editor: Stefano Sanchez

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Feeling Good With Paul Carmichael May 22, 2025

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Chef Paul Carmichael of Kabawa and Bar Kabawa returns to continue spreading joy, advice, and laughter. Dave first talks about Paul's culinary journey, then the duo discuss what you should know about Caribbean food, a Post-Opening Diaries and How to Menu at the two Kabawa restaurants, and what makes them feel good, whether eating, drinking, cooking, and more. Dave closes the episode with a personal guarantee about the future of Caribbean food.

Watch Paul's Pre-Opening Diaries for Kabawa here: https://youtu.be/rbwYL4jh0Ik

Listen to Paul's first appearance on DCS here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7KHFSDnbxqKWmxSgv3KCeC?si=9eBfjVckRXu_MYWLNkpBFA

Check out Kabawa here: kabawa.com and Bar Kabawa here: barkabawa.com

Read Kabawa's New Yorker Review here: https://www.newyorker.com/culture/the-food-scene/the-caribbean-restaurant-reinventing-the-momofuku-empire

Read Kabawa's Grub Street Review here: https://www.grubstreet.com/article/momofuku-kabawa-nyc-restaurant-review.html

Learn more about Caribbean Food here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xi1M9M9sh4

Check out Nina Compton's cookbook (with Osayi Endolyn) here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/711469/kweyol--creole-by-nina-compton-with-osayi-endolyn/

Listen to Paul on the This is TASTE Podcast here: https://tastecooking.com/this-is-taste-559-climbing-momofuku-mountain-with-paul-carmichael/

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Host: Dave Chang

Guest: Paul Carmichael

Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino

Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer

Editor: Stefano Sanchez

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Food Scenes Only: 'Tampopo' May 19, 2025

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Dave and Chris are joined by fan favorite, the Snackmaster, Noelle, to discuss the cult classic 1985 Japanese film 'Tampopo.' They discuss the most iconic scenes, most realistic culinary moments, and what has aged like wine versus what has aged like milk from the movie, among many other categories. The trio digs deep into one of the greatest Major Food Porn films of all time—and there's a lot to say. Make a bowl of ramen, watch the movie, and join us for the first Food Scenes Only!

You can stream 'Tampopo' on HBO Max: https://www.max.com/movies/tampopo/601a9aca-8a12-4678-be5d-9079867d29f1

Or The Criterion Collection: https://www.criterionchannel.com/tampopo.

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Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying

Guest: Noelle Cornelio

Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino

Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer

Editor: Stefano Sanchez

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Taco Culture With Javier Cabral May 15, 2025

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L.A. Taco's editor-in-chief, Javier Cabral, stops by the Spotify studio to teach Dave and Chris how to eat a carnitas taco the traditional Michoacán way. The trio then talks taco culture in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and beyond, as well as how Mexico rules supreme when it comes to tacos. They finish by discussing L.A. Taco's big Taco Madness event. On this subject, there is plenty to taco-bout!

Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Guest: Javier Cabral
Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino
Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer
Editor: Stefano Sanchez

Visit L.A. Taco here: https://lataco.com/
Learn more about this year's Taco Madness here: https://lataco.com/tacos-at-madness-2025
Check out this year's winner of Taco Madness here: https://lataco.com/taco-madness-2025
Read about the taco stand that Dave, Chris, and Javier eat from in the episode here: https://lataco.com/carnitas-queen-los-angeles
Check out the article on magic mushrooms that Javier mentioned in the episode here: https://lataco.com/where-to-find-psychedelic-mushrooms-in-l-a

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Hospitality First With Will Guidara May 12, 2025

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Dave introduces today’s guest, Will Guidara, author of ‘Unreasonable Hospitality,’ and his storied culinary background. Dave then interviews Will and they talk about Will’s philosophies on hospitality, the influence of Danny Meyer’s approach to hospitality, problem-solving, and having a positive attitude regarding work. Dave finishes with an Ask Dave.

Listen to the previous DCS episode with Will here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0356ddrsgQgqDbWQOUw2J9?si=EW6uezCeRE2vFnmvVLAnlw

Purchase ‘Unreasonable Hospitality’ here: https://www.unreasonablehospitality.com/#TheBook

Check out Will’s newsletter here: https://www.unreasonablehospitality.com/newsletter

Check out past speakers at The Welcome Conference here: youtube.com/@TheWelcomeConference

Send in your questions to askdave@majordomomedia.com

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Host: Dave Chang and Chris Ying

Guests: Will Guidara

Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino

Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer

Editor: Stefano Sanchez

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Chasing Perfection With Ben Shewry May 08, 2025

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Dave and Chris talk about knowing when a dish is ready to be put on the menu. Chris then interviews Ben Shewry of Attica in Melbourne, Australia, and they talk about their years of friendship, kitchen culture, and Ben's obsessive pursuit of perfection. Dave and Chris finish the episode with a gauntlet being thrown and a future challenge promised.

Host: Dave Chang and Chris Ying

Guests: Ben Shewry

Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino

Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer

Editor: Stefano Sanchez

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Being Competitive With Aisha Ibrahim May 05, 2025

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Dave and Chris introduce their guest today, Aisha Ibrahim, and discuss her importance in today's culinary world. They are then joined by Aisha to talk about her storied career with some of the most important modern culinary figures, her transition from the basketball court to the kitchen, and being crazy and competitive enough to work in food. They finish with two Ask Daves.

Host: Dave Chang and Chris Ying

Guests: Aisha Ibrahim

Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino

Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer

Editor: Stefano Sanchez

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Wine-ing Down With Justin Pichetrungsi and Ian Krupp May 01, 2025

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Dave sits down with Anajak Thai owner/chef Justin Pichetrungsi and sommelier Ian Krupp to deep-dive into wine. In a conversation that flows as freely as its subject, the trio talk wine from a variety of angles: how to order it in a restaurant, the job of a sommelier, Majordomo-ing wine, and how to bring wine literacy back. Join for the education and fun, stay for the actual sabrage of a wine bottle—on a podcast.

Host: Dave Chang

Guests: Justin Pichetrungsi and Ian Krupp

Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino

Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer

Editor: Stefano Sanchez

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Seed Oils With Dr. Selina Wang Apr 28, 2025

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Dave and Chris start by musing on chopsticks and salad, as well as accidentally parroting someone's accent back at them. They then take on the hot topic of seed oils with expert Dr. Selina Wang. Dave and Chris finish with a MOIF on froyo, the ice cream cone, and mean children playing online chess.

Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying

Guest: Dr. Selina Wang

Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino

Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer

Editor: Stefano Sanchez

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