Confessions of a Private Chef

Chef Leo Aguirre & Chef Theo Burns

We are passionate individuals who put our hearts and souls into nourishing people. Our journey is filled with ups and downs, but at the end of it all the joy and pleasure of feeding people and creating amazing experiences is at the core of what we do and why we do it.

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Mise En Place - Episode 1

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07/06/24 • 42 min

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Get to know the chefs and how it all began. What is mise en place and how important it is to be prepared in everything we do, in and out of the kitchen.

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Marketing - Episode 3

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07/11/24 • 74 min

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How has the internet changed marketing? Word of mouth and how important it is. Old-school marketing and who we think is killing the marketing game. The power of a good brand. Special guest Brandon Vineyard. Recipe of the week is fried anything.

Turning a dream into reality- Six Twists Sparkling wine’s origin story

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03/25/25 • 62 min

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Big cheers from the Texas Hill Country! On this week’s episode we’re sipping with the founders of @sixtwistssparkling, Fredericksburg’s go-to sparkling wine bar.

Tune in as we chat with Bobby—25 years in global tech, sales, and marketing turned wine aficionado—and his wife Melissa talk about:

Trading the corporate world to chase a passion for sparkling wine’s rich history

Curating exceptional bubbles (caviar pairings, anyone?)

Crafting a cozy Main Street spot that’s all about life’s celebrations

This dynamic duo’s journey from vision to vino is pure inspiration. Listen now!

Recorded in Fredericksburg’s Golden Block at @78625thebar—mention ‘the podcast table’ for 15% off your tab. Then visit @sixtwistssparkling to taste the magic!

#TexasHillCountry #SparklingWine #WineLovers #Entrepreneurship #PodcastLife #Cheers

Helping Hospitality - Special Guest Kaleigh Wiese Episode 16

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09/26/24 • 61 min

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On today's podcast we are having an in depth conversation with Kaleigh Wiese, She is a true titan in the business and hospitality realm. She is a home-school prodigy who got her start in the industry at a young age and has made her way through true grit and determination. She works and helps a variety of startups and small businesses to hone their messages and clarify their message and create amazing businesses. This Conversation is not only very informative but also a must listen if you are an entrepreneur or work in a small business. You can find her at @ode_places @gokaleigh for everything she has going on.

This show is sponsored by Fredericksburg Cast Iron company
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Coffee Shop Conversation

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12/12/24 • 92 min

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On today’s episode, we take a little field trip to the newly revamped Kaffee Haus! This Main Street favorite has moved just a block down to a historic location right across from Market Platz. Our chefs explore this cozy new cafe, enjoying everything it has to offer, from its expanded food menu to grab-and-go options—there's something for everyone.

Their avocado toast and acai bowls are highlights of the new menu, and trust us, they’re absolutely delicious. We also sit down with the owner and cafe manager to get the inside scoop on what it took to bring this spot to life.

This cafe is sure to become a go-to for chefs, entrepreneurs, and everyone in between!

Be sure to check out the episode—you won’t want to miss it. 🎧

This Show is sponsored by Fredericksburg Cast Iron Co.
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Launching A Dream - Episode 7

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07/17/24 • 49 min

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Conception to reality, entrepreneurship and working for yourself. The correlation between hospitality and entrepreneurship, inspiration and summoning the muse. The dream phase, the honeymoon phase, the reality phase. Recipe of the week is a summery salad. Guest staring Christina Harman from piccolina.

Season Re-cap with Chef Leo & Chef Theo

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11/12/24 • 104 min

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On today’s episode we take a look back at some of our favorite moments from the podcast so far. Chef Leo and Chef Theo talk about the private chef industry and what it's like running the podcast behind the scenes. We also talk about future plans for the podcast and ideas we have for the future. Make sure to give this episode a listen, there are some true golden moments in this conversation that your not going to want to miss #futurelooksbright!!
This Show is sponsored by Fredericksburg Cast Iron Co.
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Buddy DiFonzo of Buddy Love - Episode 20

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10/31/24 • 87 min

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Buddy DiFonzo, AKA Buddy Love, is truly a gem of a dude. He is a ferocious marketer and business man. He is the driving force behind a wildly successful women's apparel brand named after his true “Buddy Love”! Alongside Buddy is his equally business savvy and outgoing wife Grayson, and they have built and sustained a massively successful business. On today's podcast, we learn all about the ups and downs of running a successful business, where Buddy gives a ton of great insight on marketing, managing success, running a business, and also most importantly raising a family through the midst of it all. He is outgoing, to say the least, and a great story teller! He also has a deep love for Italian food which he romantically talks about. This is truly a top tier conversation that you are not going to want to miss.

You can find him on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/buddylovexoxo/

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https://buddylove.com/
This show is sponsored by Fredericksburg Cast Iron Co.
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Enchanted Mushrooms with special guest Ricky Grant - Episode 19

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10/22/24 • 85 min

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Meet Ricky and Lisa Grant, the bad ass dynamic duo behind a truly exceptional brand in the heart of the Hill Country! @enchanted_mushrooms Their line of gourmet culinary mushrooms is unlike anything you’ll find at your local grocery store. Known as the “Mushroom Whisperers,” they cultivate a variety of mushrooms that are highly sought after by chefs and foodies alike.

In our latest podcast episode, we dive deep into their fascinating world! Join us as Ricky shares insights on mycelium, the magic of mushrooms, and even their groundbreaking work in natural medicine. This Podcast is not only a great personal look into everything that goes into running there small business, but also has a ton of educational wisdom about Mushrooms. Your not going to want to miss this amazing interview

Tune in and discover the passion and expertise that make their mushrooms so special! You Can find them at a handful of the hill country farmers markets and at their website https://www.enchantedmushrooms.farm/ or Follow them @enchanted_mushrooms to find out more about their amazing brand

This show is sponsored by Fredericksburg Cast Iron Co.
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Farm to local with Chef Ashley Odom of Feast & Merriment

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08/15/24 • 53 min

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We focus on the local economy and how important it is along with farm to table trends. Seasonality and food vendors, wine pairing and menu development, true respect for ingredients and the actual work that it takes to source, produce, execute and entertain. Recipe of the week is a pasta dish. Special guest this week is Ashley Odom owner of feast and merriment.

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How many episodes does Confessions of a Private Chef have?

Confessions of a Private Chef currently has 24 episodes available.

What topics does Confessions of a Private Chef cover?

The podcast is about Cooking, Culinary, Chef, Podcasts, Arts and Food.

What is the most popular episode on Confessions of a Private Chef?

The episode title 'Buddy DiFonzo of Buddy Love - Episode 20' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Confessions of a Private Chef?

The average episode length on Confessions of a Private Chef is 68 minutes.

How often are episodes of Confessions of a Private Chef released?

Episodes of Confessions of a Private Chef are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Confessions of a Private Chef?

The first episode of Confessions of a Private Chef was released on Jul 6, 2024.

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Confessions of a Private Chef

Chef Leo Aguirre & Chef Theo Burns

Top 10 Confessions of a Private Chef Episodes

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When was the first episode of Confessions of a Private Chef?

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