Chef's PSA

Episode Overview In this solo episode, André Natera breaks down the habits, behaviors, and mindset that make someone the most valued person in any professional kitchen. This is not about title or rank. It is about the daily actions that build trust, reduce friction, and make the people around you better at their jobs. André

About Chef Rogelio Garcia Rogelio Garcia is a Michelin-starred chef who grew up in Mexico City and immigrated to the United States, beginning his career in professional kitchens as a dishwasher. He worked his way up through some of the most demanding fine dining kitchens in California, building a reputation for his approach to modern

About Chef Harold Villarosa Harold Villarosa is a Filipino-born, South Bronx-raised chef who began his culinary career at McDonald’s before working his way through some of the most celebrated kitchens in the world without formal culinary school training. He received an invitation from René Redzepi to work at Noma in Copenhagen, then returned to New

About the Guests Rico Torres is the co-founder and co-owner of Mixtli in San Antonio, which he built alongside Diego Galicia. A self-taught chef and El Paso native, Torres co-opened Mixtli in 2013 as a rotating regional Mexican prix fixe that tours the culinary geography of Mexico. Torres and Galicia were named Food and Wine

About Chef Brent Weathers Brent Weathers is a chef and food content creator with over 25 years of professional kitchen experience. He began his culinary career washing dishes in Tennessee and worked his way through serious kitchens, including helping open Knife and Spoon in Orlando. He built a large social media following under the handle

Ever wonder what it really takes to win a James Beard Award? In this special episode of Chef’s PSA Podcast, host Andre Natera sits down with Dawn Padmore, Vice President of the James Beard Foundation, and award-winning chef Elizabeth Falkner to uncover everything you need to know about one of the culinary world’s most prestigious

Culinary Excellence with Chef Junior Borges: Michelin Impact, Brazilian Cuisine, and Mentorship Junior Borges Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefjuniorborges/ Welcome to another episode of the Chef’s PSA Podcast! In this episode, host André Natera is joined by Chef Junior Borges to explore his culinary journey—from the bustling kitchens of New York to the innovative culinary scene of Texas.

Unwritten rules and hard-learned lessons—these are the realities of the kitchen that culinary school often doesn’t prepare you for. In this episode of the Chef’s PSA Podcast, host André Natera pulls back the curtain on the professional kitchen, revealing the unwritten rules that every chef needs to know to truly thrive. André shares his personal

Mastering Culinary Hostile Takeovers: Strategies for New Chefs In this insightful episode of Chef’s PSA Podcast, host Andre Natera delves into the complexities of culinary hostile takeovers. He examines the scenarios where new chefs suddenly take over kitchens or restaurants and face resistance from existing staff loyal to previous regimes. Andre shares personal experiences and

Fermin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chiefnunez/ Navigating the Culinary World: A Candid Conversation with Chef Fermin Nunez Welcome to another episode of the Chef’s PSA Podcast! In this engaging episode, I, André Natera, sit down with Chef Fermin Nunez, the culinary mastermind behind Austin’s acclaimed restaurants Suerte and Este. Together, we explore the realities of the culinary industry,