Chris Ying

Chris Ying, a former host of The Dave Chang Show and food writer, joins Dave to dive deep into the world of ramen. They explore its fascinating history, tracing its journey from a humble noodle to a global culinary icon. The conversation touches on cooking techniques, with insights on making shio tare, and the cultural significance of ramen in Japan versus the U.S. Personal anecdotes and culinary reflections make it a delicious discussion, perfect for anyone interested in the art of home cooking and the evolution of this beloved dish.

Chris Ying, a celebrated food writer and co-founder of Lucky Peach, joins the conversation, indulging in teriyaki chicken while sharing candid food memories. They tackle overrated flavor combos, debating the merits of strawberry-banana. The pair also dive into inappropriate dinner topics, confessing shameful car-eating habits and examining social taboos. With nostalgia fueling their fast-food Mount Rushmore, they reminisce about favorites from Roy Rogers to McNuggets, striking a balance between humor and culinary insights.

Discussions on quantifying cooking performance at restaurant and industry levels, menu strategies at Musso & Frank’s Grill, assessing culinary skills, fantasy promotions, unique dining experiences, and humorous food debates.

Chris Ying, food writer and editor with deep knowledge of Southern cuisine, drops by to chat New Orleans food culture. They debate gumbo versus jambalaya, trace Cajun and Creole roots, and argue why New Orleans may be America’s most distinctive food city. They end with a rapid atlas of must-eat spots in the city.

Chris Ying, food writer and founder of Lucky Peach, joins for a shabu-shabu cook-along and wide-ranging food talk. They explore shabu-shabu basics, a sesame dipping sauce, and debates over fish balls. Conversation shifts to San Francisco dining, Chef Corey Lee’s precision and Benu’s storytelling, and why certain restaurants demand full attention.

David Meyer, Majordomo Media producer and participant in the conversation game. Chris Ying, food writer and Recipe Club host, aka a sharp cultural commentator. They spar over whether Chinese chicken salad is authentic or offensive. They play a new Inappropriate Dinner Conversations game that surfaces awkward confessions, debates about faith, social media slips, tipping etiquette, and wellness trends.

Dave Chang and Chris Ying start with a Delete Yelper on Benu SF's one-star review. They discuss dining attitudes, share favorite restaurants in Copenhagen, and play Overrated/Underrated with French foods, gearing up for the Paris Olympics.

Food writer Chris Ying joins Dave Chang to discuss the Courvoisier club, the enduring greatness of Hamlet’s Kitchen, rules for a restaurant playlist, and a game of guessing menu item prices from around the world. The banter-filled episode includes competitive guesses for dishes like Feijuada and basil wings.

Dave Chang and Chris Ying discuss effective plating in restaurants, Dave's theory on Masters Champions Dinners, the importance of visual presentation in dining, and the significance of menu choices reflecting personal backgrounds at the Masters Champions Dinner.

Dave Chang is joined by Chris Ying to discuss principles of seasoning and menu planning for a bachelor party dinner at Town Hearth. They explore salt usage, culinary delights, and engage in playful banter while guessing menu item prices. The podcast covers the art of seasoning meat, ordering food in a group setting, and sharing insights on creating the perfect menu for a special occasion.