The Dave Chang Show

Dave and Chris discuss having a tap with any liquid, the perfect breakfast burrito, and the controversy of Jollibee spaghetti. They also touch on the challenges of creating a menu for TV shows and the art of food styling.

Dave and Chris discuss the challenges of live shows and the impact of smartphones on mental health. They explore transitioning to simpler communication methods and share humorous anecdotes. The episode wraps up with a deep dive into the menu at Holbox in Los Angeles, discussing seafood selections and dining etiquette.

Dave Chang discusses his favorite celebration restaurants, giving insight into entrepreneurship and letting go of ideas. He challenges diners to think differently about food and explores the fine line between stubbornness and success in the culinary world.

NFL lineman Jordan Mailata joins Dave Chang and Chris Ying to judge a tailgate challenge. They discuss his meals, Philly vs. Australian desserts, and his game day superstitions. They also talk about his journey from rugby to the NFL, family values, work ethic, and their love for food and singing.

Chef Nico de Leon and Chase and Steff Valencia of Lasita join Dave and Chris at the Super Bowl to talk about their entry in the Toyota Tailgate Challenge. They discuss their visit to a Vegas buffet and debate the Top 5 Asian Cuisines. The episode rounds out with a quick debate about trompos vs. rotisseries.

Chef Brandon Jew and Chris Ying join Dave at the Super Bowl to talk about Brandon's entry in the Toyota Tailgate Challenge, MSG, a debate between dumplings and noodles and har gao vs. shengjianbao, and the historic significance of the location of his restaurant, Mister Jiu's.

Dave and his guests discuss Lunar New Year topics, debate the merits of dumplings vs noodles, rank lunar zodiac signs, and reminisce about memorable Super Bowl halftime shows and incidents.

Dave and Chris discuss recent developments with 'Dinner Time Live' and their stress levels. They create a theoretical dream vegan menu. The speakers engage in light-hearted banter about dining at Providence and their launch party. They talk about stress relief methods and challenges of producing a TV show. The hosts offer tips for home cooks to stretch ingredients on a budget. They discuss a dining experience in Japan and the ethical implications of cultivated meat.

The podcast discusses the importance of mise en place for home cooking, explores different types of soups and tips for making them, emphasizes the importance of meal planning and organization, explores the differences between restaurant and home cooking, talks about Tom Brady's food preferences and predicts the Super Bowl outcome, and expresses excitement for the upcoming launch of the Apple Vision Pro.

Renowned chef and television personality Anthony Bourdain joins Dave Chang to discuss topics like Brazilian jiu-jitsu, the importance of being discerning about food festivals, and the Mount Rushmore of scripted TV shows. They also delve into their favorite shows, the challenges of following a diet, and the rise of vegan restaurants.