California Cooking

On this episode of the podcast, Jessica meets Chef Keith Corbin, the man behind California soul food restaurant Alta Adams. Unlike any previous chefs on the show, Chef Keith’s story is about so much more than food and cooking. It’s about finding hope and redemption after years of troubling times. Chef Keith experienced some dark days and spent some time in prison, but when he met Michelin star chef Daniel Patterson, he completely turned his life around. Chef Daniel believes in giving people second chances, and that’s exactly what he gave Keith. Since then, Chef Keith has proven to his family, friends and community that he could turn his second chance into something truly special. In just a few short months since its opening, his soul food restaurant Alta Adams has become a neighborhood favorite.

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On this episode of the podcast, Jessica meets Chef Keith Corbin, the man behind California soul food restaurant Alta Adams. Unlike any previous chefs on the show, Chef Keith’s story is about so much more than food and cooking. It’s about finding hope and redemption after years of troubling times. Chef Keith experienced some dark days and spent some time in prison, but when he met Michelin star chef Daniel Patterson, he completely turned his life around. Chef Daniel believes in giving people second chances, and that’s exactly what he gave Keith. Since then, Chef Keith has proven to his family, friends and community that he could turn his second chance into something truly special. In just a few short months since its opening, his soul food restaurant Alta Adams has become a neighborhood favorite.

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On this episode of California Cooking, Jessica is getting you ready for grilling season. Jessica loves grilled meats and veggies, but for her, it's all about the sauces and the dips that go with them. After years of searching, Jess has finally found a sauce and dip-obsessed kindred soul in Hunter Pritchett. Hunter is the executive chef and partner of Atrium, a new greenhouse inspired eatery in Los Feliz. Inspired by L.A.'s diversity, Hunter combines ingredients and flavors from different cuisines to create one-of-a-kind dishes.

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On this episode of California Cooking, Jessica is getting you ready for grilling season. Jessica loves grilled meats and veggies, but for her, it's all about the sauces and the dips that go with them. After years of searching, Jess has finally found a sauce and dip-obsessed kindred soul in Hunter Pritchett. Hunter is the executive chef and partner of Atrium, a new greenhouse inspired eatery in Los Feliz. Inspired by L.A.'s diversity, Hunter combines ingredients and flavors from different cuisines to create one-of-a-kind dishes.

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On this episode of the podcast, Jessica is hanging out with L.A.'s Pie Queen, Nicole Rucker, at the most charming neighborhood restaurant and bakery called Fiona. Located in the Fairfax District, Fiona serves up an eclectic mix of Vietnamese cooking and American baking. The unusual combo is loved by customers and keeps them coming back for more. Jessica and Nicole talk all about the restaurant, how she got started, and the pies that made her baking royalty.

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On this episode of the podcast, Jessica is hanging out with L.A.'s Pie Queen, Nicole Rucker, at the most charming neighborhood restaurant and bakery called Fiona. Located in the Fairfax District, Fiona serves up an eclectic mix of Vietnamese cooking and American baking. The unusual combo is loved by customers and keeps them coming back for more. Jessica and Nicole talk all about the restaurant, how she got started, and the pies that made her baking royalty.

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It seems everyone in Los Angeles is talking about Teddy's Red Tacos, but what's all the buzz about? On this episode of California Cooking, Jessica goes straight to the source: the owner himself, Teddy Vazquez. Teddy started out with nothing, but his "never give up" attitude and positive energy propelled him to where he is today. Teddy started as an Uber driver and sold tacos out of his trunk to his customers. Eventually, he saved up enough money doing that to quit Uber and launch his own taco truck. Word about his amazing tacos spread and he amassed a following. Teddy parlayed this popularity into a brick and mortar restaurant on Venice Boulevard, just steps away from the beach. Teddy also tells Jessica about taco Tuesday night with Chrissy Teigen and John Legend, and how a Super Bowl commercial that featured Teddy's Tacos was the big break he needed to launch him to new heights.

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It seems everyone in Los Angeles is talking about Teddy's Red Tacos, but what's all the buzz about? On this episode of California Cooking, Jessica goes straight to the source: the owner himself, Teddy Vazquez. Teddy started out with nothing, but his "never give up" attitude and positive energy propelled him to where he is today. Teddy started as an Uber driver and sold tacos out of his trunk to his customers. Eventually, he saved up enough money doing that to quit Uber and launch his own taco truck. Word about his amazing tacos spread and he amassed a following. Teddy parlayed this popularity into a brick and mortar restaurant on Venice Boulevard, just steps away from the beach. Teddy also tells Jessica about taco Tuesday night with Chrissy Teigen and John Legend, and how a Super Bowl commercial that featured Teddy's Tacos was the big break he needed to launch him to new heights.

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In this episode of California Cooking, Jessica is hanging out with one of the most talented couples in the culinary world, Jet and Ali Tila. Not only has Jet made a splash on a number of Food Network TV shows, but he also holds the world record for the largest stir fry. Jet tells Jessica all about the celebrity chefs who have made a big impact on his career, plus which Food Network star he shares a matching tattoo with. Jet and Ali also share the fantastic story of how they met, and what it was like putting together their new cookbook.

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In this episode of California Cooking, Jessica is hanging out with one of the most talented couples in the culinary world, Jet and Ali Tila. Not only has Jet made a splash on a number of Food Network TV shows, but he also holds the world record for the largest stir fry. Jet tells Jessica all about the celebrity chefs who have made a big impact on his career, plus which Food Network star he shares a matching tattoo with. Jet and Ali also share the fantastic story of how they met, and what it was like putting together their new cookbook.

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