#12: "A Bowl of Red" (AKA Chili)

In today's episode of Chefs Table Podcast, Chef takes a deep dive into Winter Squash. Have you ever seen those beautiful looking squash in the grocery store but don't know what to do with them? Listen in as Chef talks about three main winter squash that you will find in almost any grocery store PLUS a bonus squash that you can use to make a fancy dish to impress almost anyone! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/edward-shortsleeve/support

In this episode Chef talks all things Chili, from the abbreviated history to sharing his own recipe. Listen in to hear about Sister Mary, ties to Chili and the Texas Prison system as well as Chef's very own recipe for a heart warming bowl of chili. If you love comfort food, chili and cast iron skillet cornbread this is an episode you don't want to miss! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/edward-shortsleeve/support

Thank you for your continued support in listening to the Chefs Table Podcast! In this episode we are joined by my good friend Chef Claude Cevasco where we discuss the topic of International Cuisine with a focus on France. Chef has deep roots to France and was able to give us an insight to the various regions of France, popular destinations, popular dishes and ingredients as well as discussing the 5 man regions of wine. This is the audio version only, please visit the Chefs Table Podcast Facebook page for the video recording where you will get an enhanced version to include video of the presentation that we put together and various other visual aids to enhance the conversation. Please enjoy this spirited conversation with Chef Claude Cevsaco! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/edward-shortsleeve/support

Welcome to Season 2 of the Chefs Table Podcast! It has been quite a while since Season 1 ended but Chef is coming back better then ever with his second season! To start it off Chef will be talking about one of his favorite holidays of the year: Thanksgiving! From the turkey to the gravy and everything in between, Chef will talk about how he tackles one of the more challenging days of holiday cooking. You will hear about the brining process for Turkeys, Chef's famous chorizo stuffing and how to make homemade gravy that will be sure to impress all of your guests-plus much more! Take a listen as begin our second season of the Chef's Table Podcast! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/edward-shortsleeve/support

I sincerely apologize for not posting sooner! Life gets crazy and you have to put your priorities in their proper place. I'm hoping to post more consistently from now on! Anyways... this week is all about the wonderful world of the potato! From the history of the potato to the two main varieties used in the kitchen, this podcast will surely get you craving some fried potatoes or Gratin de Pommes de Terre a la Dauphinoise! As stated in the podcast, NO MORE AD's! If you like what you are hearing and learned a little something new, please feel free to help me keep this ad free: https://paypal.me/chefstablepodcast Chefs Table Podcast on Facebook Chefs Table Podcast in Instagram Bon Appetit! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/edward-shortsleeve/support

This weeks episode of the Chefs Table Podcast is a combination of various clips from my recent trip to Mexico City. Ever wondered where Mole originated from or what Tacos al Pastor is, then this week's episode is for you! Make sure you visit the Chefs Table Podcast on Instagram or Facebook to see the many pictures posted from my trip. And of course, this week I have a surprise guest who doesn't hold back his feelings on one of my meals that contained a local insect!!!! Hope you enjoy this weeks podcast, I had a lot of fun putting it together! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/edward-shortsleeve/support

This weeks episode topic was inspired by good friend and former co-worker Jen Marie, thanks for the idea Jen! This week I talk about one of the fundamentals of any cook or Chefs skills set: Knife Cuts. As always you can find me on Facebook and make sure to check out the new page on Instagram! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/edward-shortsleeve/support

In today's podcast, Chef breaks down the three main methods of heat transfer, 3 main cooking methods and 12 different cooking techniques used in the 3 main cooking methods. This one is a little more scientific then the others and for those of you who like to know the "how and why", this might be the episode for you! As always, please reach out to me @Chefs TablePodcast for future podcast ideas and let me know if you have any suggestions for guests! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/edward-shortsleeve/support

Special thanks to loyal listener Dov Weitz for this week's podcast topic: Pasta! We discuss a brief history of pasta, ingredients in both dry and fresh pasta, variations on making fresh pasta, and also share some of my favorite recipes. If you like lasagna, make sure to listen in as I share my personal recipe and some tips for the perfect lasagna! Please visit the Chefs Table Facebook page and give me some ideas for future podcasts! @ChefsTablePodcast  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/edward-shortsleeve/support

In this episode Chef "stirs the pot"  and shares his knowledge on the main types of soup found in many of today's kitchens. Listen in to find out how the term restaurant was possibly started, why Chef LOVES consomme and where the name Chowder originated from. In this episode you will also hear the details of one of his favorite soups to make at home along with a recipe for you to try. Let us know how it turns out! And we are now live on Facebook: https://fb.me/ChefsTablePodcast ! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/edward-shortsleeve/support