Cooking Interviews

Learn more about attending culinary school, the specialties you can choose, and working in the cooking world from students and professionals.

An Interview with Chef Alex Askew

An Interview with Chef Alex Askew
These days, there are many great opportunities for minorities in the hospitality industry. Get the inside story from Black Culinarian Alliance VP Chef Alex Askew.

An Interview with Chef Daniel Boulud

An Interview with Chef Daniel Boulud
Chef Daniel Boulud has been regarded as one of the leading chefs in the US. In this interview, he shares a few of his secret ingredients to culinary success.

An Interview with Joan Carter

An Interview with Joan Carter
There’s more to the culinary field than great taste, says Joan Carter. With nutrition, culinary, and an MBA degree, she has blended her education into a successful career.

An Interview with Restaurant Manager/Owner Beth Casey

An Interview with Restaurant Manager/Owner Beth Casey
She has worked from the front of the restaurant to the back and everywhere in between. Here, she talks about her success as an owner/manager and the importance of "community."

An Interview with Delores Custer

An Interview with Delores Custer
She began her culinary career at 38and is now an internationally-known expert in food styling. We have her story here!

An Interview with Frederic Filliodeau

An Interview with Frederic Filliodeau
Passion, people skills, and common sense are just three ingredients that go into the making of a chef. Read more in our interview with acclaimed French Chef Frederic Filliodeau.

Chef Ross Headlee

An Interview with Chef Ross Headlee
Fed up with the long hours and travel commitments of his career in technical sales and then in real estate, Ross Headlee decided to tap into his lifelong love of cooking for a new career.

Interview with Chef Zadi

An Interview with Chef Farid Zadi
From a kitchens in a Lyon castle to Los Angeles, he's picked up more than just different flavors. Chef Farid Zadi brings culinary styles from every place he's been to his own cooking. Here, he shares his insights with us.

Interview with Chef Bury

An Interview with Vegan Chef Alex Bury
Alex Bury, vegan chef, CIA graduate, and organic restaurant owner dishes out insightful culinary guidance.

Interview with Iris Richardson

An Interview with Iris Richardson, Food Photographer
If the image of a food makes your mouth water, then someone has done the job right. Food photographer Iris Richardson, a former chef, discusses her profession.

Interview with James Carpetner

Interview with James Carpenter, Restaurant Manager
Hospitality management taught James Carpenter the managerial skills he has used throughout his career – from restaurant management to convention services management and beyond.