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In this special three-part series of Four Courses with Geoffrey Zakarian, we’re turning the tables to learn more about Geoffrey -- his childhood, his growth as a chef and celebrity, and his reflections on balancing business and family. In this third and final episode, we hear from Geoffrey about what it means to continue to grow in the ever-shifting restaurant industry, from harnessing new audiences to inculcating a love and respect for food within his children.  Find more information on Geoffrey’s daughters’ new cookbook, “The Family that Cooks Together,” here: https://shop.geoffreyzakarian.com/the-family-that-cooks-together-the-zakarian-sisters  For more information on "Four Courses With Geoffrey Zakarian," follow Geoffrey on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyzakarian. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special three-part series of Four Courses with Geoffrey Zakarian, we’re turning the tables to learn more about Geoffrey -- his childhood, his growth as a chef and celebrity, and his reflections on balancing business and family. In this second episode, we hear about Geoffrey’s early career trajectory, from a bold move that charmed the executive chef at Le Cirque, to himself becoming an executive chef at the height of New York City’s culinary scene in the 80s and 90s.  For more information on "Four Courses With Geoffrey Zakarian," follow Geoffrey on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyzakarian" Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special three-part series of Four Courses with Geoffrey Zakarian, we’re turning the tables to learn more about Geoffrey -- his childhood, his growth as a chef and celebrity, and his reflections on balancing business and family. In this first episode, we hear how Geoffrey’s childhood fascination with the stock market propelled him to a degree in economics, and how a youthful trip to France ignited a passion for culinary artistry that completely changed his life.  For more information on "Four Courses With Geoffrey Zakarian," follow Geoffrey on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyzakarian" Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, host Geoffrey Zakarian speaks with celebrity chef Curtis Stone. From his richly-flavored childhood in Melbourne, Australia to his early entrance into the television industry, Curtis reflects on how he resourcefully worked his way up the ladder, and what it’s meant to build a legacy for his children.  Learn more about Curtis’ kitchen products, along with his other books and recipes here: https://www.curtisstone.com/kitchen-products   For more information on "Four Courses With Geoffrey Zakarian" follow Geoffrey on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyzakarian Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, host Geoffrey Zakarian speaks with celebrity chef Duff Goldman. From his childhood slurping up chicken soup to his teenage years hunting down the best clams coastal Massachusetts had to offer, the “Ace of Cakes” shares the details of how he fell in love with his craft – and managed to make it big.  Learn more about Duff and find his children’s cookbook, “Super Good Baking For Kids,” here: https://www.duff.com/store/p/super-good-baking-for-kids For more information on "Four Courses With Geoffrey Zakarian" follow Geoffrey on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyzakarian. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, host Geoffrey Zakarian speaks with actress Jessica Collins. Despite working in the TV and film industry for more than two decades, Jessica’s always had a passion for the kitchen – from cooking dinners for her four younger siblings as a teenager, to hosting dinner parties for friends in New York as a young actress. She and Geoffrey explore how culinary school– and the coronavirus pandemic – only deepened her appreciation for quality food and those who grow and prepare it.  Check out Jessica Collins’ website, including her own recipes, here: https://jessicacollins.com For more information on "Four Courses With Geoffrey Zakarian" follow Geoffrey on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyzakarian" Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, host Geoffrey Zakarian speaks with world renowned chef Eric Ripert. From his early childhood buying fresh fruits and vegetables from markets along the French Riviera to his rapid ascension through the ranks of Paris’ finest kitchens, they explore how Ripert developed his own taste and style – and what contentment looks like from the top.   Check out Eric Ripert’s cookbook, “Vegetables Simple,” here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/610571/vegetable-simple-a-cookbook-by-eric-ripert/ For more information on "Four Courses With Geoffrey Zakarian" follow Geoffrey on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyzakarian" Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, host Geoffrey Zakarian speaks with celebrity chef Jeff Mauro. Even though Jeff’s large Italian-American family cultivated a lifelong love for great food, he initially latched onto his early aptitude for performance and comedy. The pair discuss the bumpy road to bridging those two professional skills, and reflect on their experiences hosting the Food Network show The Kitchen together.    Check out Jeff Mauro’s new book, “Come On Over,” here: https://comeonover.com/the-cookbook/  For more information on "Four Courses With Geoffrey Zakarian" follow Geoffrey on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyzakarian Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, host Geoffrey Zakarian speaks with Olympic figure skater Adam Rippon. They discuss how TV dinners and Russian staples were the childhood diet of a future champion, the sacrifices he and his family made to support his love for skating, and – after competing at the most elite level – how Adam is building a fulfilling life beyond the ice rink.  Check out Adam Rippon’s new book, “Beautiful on the Outside,” here: https://www.grandcentralpublishing.com/titles/adam-rippon/beautiful-on-the-outside/9781538732403/ And stream the first 10 episodes of his new show, “Messyness,” on MTV here: https://www.mtv.com/shows/messyness For more information on "Four Courses With Geoffrey Zakarian" follow Geoffrey on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyzakarian" Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, host Geoffrey Zakarian speaks with actor Tamera Mowry-Housley. Together they explore the value of structure in childhood, the importance of love and gratitude, her new foray into cooking competition shows, and what it takes to run a successful winery. Stream Tamera Mowry-Housley’s new show “Baker’s Dozen,” on Hulu here: https://www.hulu.com/series/bakers-dozen-86e9eb70-0a7e-4686-b9d4-81735bd600c6 Her other new show, “Table Wars,” premiers this fall.  For more information on "Four Courses With Geoffrey Zakarian" follow Geoffrey on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyzakarian" Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, host Geoffrey Zakarian speaks with retail executive Mickey Drexler. The two longtime friends share reflections on what it takes to build an ambitious career from the ground up, as well as what makes for successful customer interactions and company leadership.  Learn more about Mickey Drexler’s clothing company, Alex Mill, on its website: https://www.alexmill.com For more information on "Four Courses With Geoffrey Zakarian" follow Geoffrey on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyzakarian" Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, host Geoffrey Zakarian speaks with world-class wedding planner Marcy Blum. She shares how the food and celebrations in her childhood home shaped her understanding of successful entertaining, and reflects on what it took to elevate the event planning industry over the span of her career.  Learn more about Marcy Blum at her website, https://marcyblum.com.  For more information on "Four Courses With Geoffrey Zakarian" follow Geoffrey on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyzakarian". Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.