Beyond The Burner

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In Beyond the Burner, Erika Katz visits culinary legends (often in their restaurants) and the story that led to their success. Erika’s interviews delve into the personal journeys, creative inspirations, and challenges that shaped these chefs' culinary legacies. Whether it’s discussing new ventures or iconic dishes, each episode offers listeners a slice of what it takes to be a legendary chef.

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The Art of the Sip: An Interview with Maximilian Riedel on Elevating the Wine Experience

Maximilian Riedel on Why You Should Always Decant Rosé Wine In this episode of Beyond the Burner , I sit down with Maximilian Riedel, CEO of RIEDEL Glassware and a global authority on wine, to discuss why decanting wine isn't just for sommeliers. From the benefits of using the right wine glass to how decanting transforms the flavor profile of rosé, Riedel shares expert tips that will elevate your wine experience—no matter what you are pouring. We also talk about the science behind RIEDEL’s signa...

Jun 23, 2025•29 min•Season 2Ep. 4

Food, Travel & Storytelling with Appetito’s Andrew Cotto

Join me in my kitchen with Andrew Cotto from Appetito magazine for a delicious conversation about food, storytelling, and the chefs who inspire us. In this episode, Andrew shares incredible stories about legendary chefs, cooks up classic dishes like pasta aglio e olio and chicken francese, and dives into the art of crafting a compelling narrative. Whether you're a foodie, a writer, or just love a good story, you won’t want to miss this one!

Feb 20, 2025•9 min•Season 2Ep. 3

Rocco DiSpirito Live

In this lively and entertaining episode recorded at the Harmonie Club, I sit down with celebrity chef, Rocco DiSpirito. We talk about his career, from his early days at Union Pacific, his incredible career as a celebrity chef, and his perspective on the future of fine dining. Rocco shares hilarious behind-the-scenes stories, cooking tips, and his thoughts on the trends reshaping the food world. Plus, we talk about his latest cookbook, Everyday Delicious!

Jan 02, 2025•29 min•Season 2Ep. 2

MarieBelle Chocolate: Inside the Iconic Broome Street Cacao Bar

Get ready to indulge in the magic of MarieBelle Chocolate! 🍫✨ Join me as I sit down with Maribel Lieberman to uncover her incredible journey from her roots in Honduras to opening NYC’s most enchanting cacao bar. We’re talking Oprah-approved hot chocolate, stunning chocolates that are as beautiful as they are delicious, and why this Broome Street gem is the ultimate spot for tea, pastries, and sweet escapes. Don’t miss this irresistible story!

Dec 08, 2024•8 min•Season 2Ep. 1

Jacques Pépin

In this special episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with legendary chef Jacques Pépin in front of a live audience. We delved into his incredible life and illustrious career, from his time working alongside Julia Child to his experiences as the personal chef for three French presidents. Jacques also shared his perspective on becoming the first true celebrity chef, shaping the culinary world as we know it today. His stories, wisdom, and charm captivated the audience, offering a rare glimp...

Oct 22, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 4

François Payard

I had the pleasure of meeting with master pastry chef François Payard, where we discussed his remarkable journey from growing up in his father's patisserie in Nice to working with culinary legends like Daniel Boulud before launching his own renowned Payard Patisserie. Now, Chef Payard brings his expertise to Southold Social, where he’s crafting an exclusive line of pies for Southold General just in time for Thanksgiving.

Oct 22, 2024•9 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Eric Ripert

I sat down with Chef Eric Ripert, the celebrated chef and co-owner of New York’s iconic Le Bernardin. We dove into the journey of Le Bernardin being named the number one restaurant in the world and what it means to receive such a prestigious title. Chef Ripert shared insights from his cookbook Seafood Simple and he walked me through his secrets to making the perfect ceviche!

Oct 22, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Rocco DiSpirito

I joined renowned Chef Rocco DiSpirito at his newest culinary venture, Il Pellicano, located in the heart of Southampton. During our conversation, we delved into his secrets for cooking the perfect pasta dish, from choosing the freshest local ingredients to mastering the marriage of texture and flavor. Rocco also shared where he finds inspiration when crafting Il Pellicano’s menu, drawing on the rich culinary traditions of the Hamptons and his passion for elevating classic Italian dishes like li...

Oct 22, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 3

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