Franco Noriega’s Do’s and Don'ts for Date Night Meals

09/29/23 • 38 min

Chef Franco Noriega shares his biggest influences in his culinary journey, ranging from his restaurateur parents to his Peruvian nanny. Franco recounts how observing his parents manage several bakeries in Peru instilled in him the importance of effective leadership, which he now applies to his own restaurants. Reflecting on his earlier years as a competitive swimmer, Franco reveals the ways in which his surplus of calories led him to explore diverse culinary techniques. The entrepreneur reminisces on his move to New York, where he initially studied acting but later pursued modeling. Franco discusses attending culinary school, where he honed his culinary expertise and culminated his Peruvian heritage to launch his first restaurant upon graduation. Franco offers a glimpse into the exciting new Food Network show, Hot Dish with Franco. The host eagerly anticipates not only entertaining his audience but also empowering them with quick and accessible recipes, inviting viewers to try them in the comfort of their homes.

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Jose Garces Reveals the Secret to Competition Shows

Iron Chef Jose Garces dishes on his run on Tournament of Champions and answers how he would feel about returning to the challenge. He reveals the personal quality that he attributes to his success in his career as a restaurateur and competitive chef. The James Beard Award winner shares how he finds inspiration in traveling and incorporates that into his diverse restaurant concepts. He reflects on his Latin roots and some of the early food memories that stuck with him. The chef opens up about his experience in culinary school, confessing that he initially enrolled because he was in need of a job. Jose discusses the moment he knew he belonged in the food industry, between his natural talent and all-consuming thoughts of food. The Philadelphia resident speaks on his efforts to support the underserved communities in Philadelphia through his non-profit organization, the Garces Foundation, and divulges his goal to take the organization to the national level. Jose shares what inspired his love for cooking competition shows and reveals his secret to succeeding on them. The Bobby’s Triple Threat competitor chats about his experience facing the culinary titans and weighs in on the potential of a future rematch with Bobby Flay.

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Amy Kritzer Becker on Modernizing Her Bubbe's Recipes

Food blogger Amy Kritzer Becker recounts her journey of striking a harmonious balance between preserving Jewish culinary traditions and modernizing them with a twist. She recalls being a kid amidst the bustling kitchen of her family, where she took her first steps in crafting rugelach and blintzes. Amy shares that her initial vision for her blog, What Jew Wanna Eat, centered around cupcakes, but her brother encouraged her to spotlight Jewish recipes instead. Amy shares how a pivotal email from a dedicated reader inspired her decision to leave the corporate world behind and embark on a journey to culinary school. The chef delves into her experience as a contestant on Guy's Grocery Games, recounting the challenges she faced and her desire for a rematch in the future. Amy dishes on her episodes of Served Family Style, where she and her mother reimagine her Bubbe's cherished dishes. She discusses the joy of cooking alongside her nine-month-old daughter and her aspirations to pass down the rich traditions of Hanukkah to her.

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