An 'Ask Dave' Mailbag
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this mailbag episode, Dave answers a variety of "Ask Dave" questions sent in by DCS listeners lik...
Seed Oils Part 2, With Dr. Cate Shanahan
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris discuss the cycles of certain food items that transition from heroes to villains and ...
London Eyes, Small Plates, Can't Lose
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about the next food trend on his 25 for 25 list: small plates. He then recaps his recent ...
Dave and Chris Talk About ‘The Bear’: Season 4, Pt. 1
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris start the episode by making PODCAST HISTORY (and avocado toast)! They then discuss kn...
Cooking for a Cause With Dan Giusti
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris start the podcast by talking about the first of their "25 for 25" food trends over ...
At the Plate(s) With Gerrit Cole
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, Dave and Chris start with a blind ranking of stadium food ... and Dave has some ...
Southern Dining and an Atlas: Nashville Edition With Kahlil Arnold
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, Dave starts with a fun game of Southern food fact or fiction. He is then joined ...
Mexico City With Enrique Olvera
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris talk about their recent trip to Mexico City, with culinary highlights and some classi...
Claiming Identity With Edward Lee
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave starts off by walking through the career path of today's returning guest, Chef Edward Lee. He i...
The Kids Table With Kelly Meinhardt and Charlotte Duerden
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave is joined by resident young people Kelly and Charlotte to see whether he's in touch with the yo...
Mailbag
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You ask, you receive! Welcome to a Mailbag episode. Dave and Chris answer the questions that listene...
Dave and Chris Finally Talk About 'The Bear' Season 3
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The stress is almost unBEARable. Season 3 is here, and the roller coaster of emotions continues. Is ...
Dave and Chris Finally Talk About 'The Bear': Season 2
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Beef is gone. 'The Bear' (Season 2) is here. Dave and Chris start by talking about how underra...
Growing Up With Roy Choi
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave gives an introduction to today's guest, Chef Roy Choi, and runs through his resume. He then int...
Dave and Chris Finally Talk About 'The Bear': Season 1
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The time has come. With Season 4 on the horizon, Dave and Chris are finally broaching the most asked...
Cooking as Art With Michael Cimarusti
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about the new promotional poster for 'The Bear'—and its use of tongs. He then interview...
Food Criticism With Besha Rodell
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris opine on food criticism and what the ideal food critic would be like. They are then j...
Ramen in Real Time
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Inspired by the recent Tampopo "Food Scenes Only" episode, Dave cooks ramen live while talking about...
Feeling Good With Paul Carmichael
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chef Paul Carmichael of Kabawa and Bar Kabawa returns to continue spreading joy, advice, and laughte...
Food Scenes Only: 'Tampopo'
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris are joined by fan favorite, the Snackmaster, Noelle, to discuss the cult classic 1985...
Taco Culture With Javier Cabral
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
L.A. Taco's editor-in-chief, Javier Cabral, stops by the Spotify studio to teach Dave and Chris how ...
Hospitality First With Will Guidara
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave introduces today’s guest, Will Guidara, author of ‘Unreasonable Hospitality,’ and his sto...
Chasing Perfection With Ben Shewry
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris talk about knowing when a dish is ready to be put on the menu. Chris then interviews ...
Being Competitive With Aisha Ibrahim
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris introduce their guest today, Aisha Ibrahim, and discuss her importance in today's cul...
Wine-ing Down With Justin Pichetrungsi and Ian Krupp
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave sits down with Anajak Thai owner/chef Justin Pichetrungsi and sommelier Ian Krupp to deep-dive ...
Seed Oils With Dr. Selina Wang
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris start by musing on chopsticks and salad, as well as accidentally parroting someone's ...
Talking Tariffs With Neil Blumenthal
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dave and Chris start off with some musings about artichokes and theorize about the ...
A Masters Recap, a New Project, and an MOIF
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A very over-caffeinated Dave returns from the Masters golf tournament in Augusta, Georgia, with stor...
A Masters Food Rundown and Some Discordance With Our Discord
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave is in Augusta, Georgia, for the Masters Tournament and has eaten his way through the course. He...
Sustainable Farming With Rich Butler
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris talk about what their dream restaurant would look like and how self-sufficiency with ...
Embracing Discomfort With Erling Kagge
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris discuss the value in learning to take the long way instead of the shortcut. They are ...
Innovation With Dominique Ansel
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris muse about how there is seriously great food across the United States, and it's not j...
Understanding the Avian Flu Part 2: Economics With Dr. David Ortega
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris start with some musings on shortages and the effects they have on food. Next, they're...
Understanding the Avian Flu Part 1: Virology With Dr. Maurice Pitesky
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris talk fearmongering amongst the Eggpocalypse. They bring on animal epidemiologist and ...
Destigmatizing Psychedelics With Beau Kilmer
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris consider things that have been unfairly demonized, from ingredients to medicinal drug...
Braving the Unknown Path With Chef Nancy Silverton
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris talk about three keys to success before they are joined by iconic American chef, Nanc...
Friendship and Cereal With Kelly Meinhardt and Charlotte Duerden
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris are joined by friends of the show, Kelly Meinhardt and Charlotte Duerden, to talk abo...
Post-Surgery Platitudes and Dave's Kitchen Essentials
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave is recuperating from surgery. Dave and Chris talk about platitudes that they didn't listen to w...
Self-Serving Lies, Ranch vs. Caesar Debate Club, and a Recipe
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris talk about the lies we tell ourselves when we're eating. They then embark on a heated...
Starting Up Card Collecting With Mystery Guest
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris have a special mystery guest on this episode to teach them the basics on card collect...
Pronunciation Bee and Girl Scout Cookies
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave muses about beef Wellington. Next up is the return of a fan favorite: Pronunciation Bee, with f...
50 Years: Comedy Vs. Culinary
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris start with musings on the 'SNL' 50th anniversary episode and the fascinating parallel...
The Fundamentals of Oysters With Found Oyster's Ari Kolender
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Dave and Chris are joined by shellfish expert Ari Kolender of Found Oyster. Ari walks them th...
Tea 101 With Steep LA's Sam Wang and Lydia Lin
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris are joined by tea experts Sam Wang and Lydia Lin from Steep LA. They spill the tea on...
Musings, Majordomo-ing, and a MOIF
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris talk about the future of reservations. Then Dave reflects on a new favorite local spo...
Introduction to Running With Andrew Leland
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris are joined by Chris's pal (and former boss) Andrew Leland, who talks them through how...
Introduction to Majordomo-ing
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris introduce the new concept of Majordomo-ing: the art of gaining expertise and learning...
The Romantic Ideal of a Restaurant With Sean Gray
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris catch up with an old friend from Momofuku Ko, chef Sean Gray, and hear about his new ...
A Mixed-Bag Episode
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris chat about kids at buffets (13:46), the card game UNO (19:37), Legoland (30:33), and ...
Kabawa Pre-Opening Diaries With Paul Carmichael
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chef Paul Carmichael joins Dave and Chris for a Pre-Opening Diaries focusing on his new restaurant, ...
Reminiscing on a Holiday Break and Our 2025 Goals
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After a delay due to the wildfires, 'The Dave Chang Show' returns from holiday break. Dave talks abo...
Dave and Chris Reflect on 2024
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris have had a busy, wild year: 'Dinner Time Live,' 'Thursday Night Football,' and everyt...
A Happy Holiday Buy/Sell with Chris Bianco
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, we have a massive Buy/Sell: Holiday Edition. It’s the holiday season, and th...
The Risk and Reward of Being a Restaurateur With Anoop Pillarisetti
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris chat with Anoop Pillarisetti, owner of the New Orleans–inspired restaurant Strange ...
A Black Friday Football Fumble and the Latest 'Dinner Time Live' Recap
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode has tales of woe from a Black Friday Amazon broadcast and tales of triumph at 'Dinner T...
Thinking for Yourself, Tasting for Yourself With Christina Tosi
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave’s “sister” Christina Tosi stops by the Majordomo studio to talk about her new book, ‘Ba...
Vegas Diaries: Restaurants, Room Service, and Din Tai Fung With Eddie Huang
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Recording at the Aria's Chase Sapphire Reserve Lounge in Las Vegas, Dave and Chris are joined by Edd...
Thanksgiving Ask Dave and the Return of Pie Opinion Is Fact
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With Thanksgiving on the horizon, Chris and Dave answer a cornucopia of Ask Dave questions from list...
The Philly Report—A Chef Profile on Marc Vetri, and a World Cup of Snacks: Wawa Edition
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, Dave is in Philadelphia, home of acclaimed chef Marc Vetri. With multiple planne...
Airing Grocery Grievances and Help Us Understand
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris discuss grocery selections and food portions that need improvement. They also answer ...
Staying Ahead of the Curve With Tom Colicchio
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After last episode’s Chef Profile on Dave’s old boss and legendary chef Tom Colicchio, Tom joins...
A Chef's Profile, an Ask Dave, and Myriad MOIFs
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris do a deep dive on a legendary chef who will join them next episode: Tom Colicchio. To...
Flavor Chases Nutrition With Marco Canora
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Marco reflect on their time together in the East Village and how the area has changed in th...
Defining Excellence in Food with Roy Shvartzapel
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dave and Chris jump into a DADS conversation before welcoming back Chef Roy Shvartz...
Cultivated Meat With Eric Schulze
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris have an intellectual discussion about the future of meat and cultivated meat with exp...
A Dinner Dilemma and Noodle Cook-Off Recap
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dave and Chris dive into an everyday predicament: the internal struggle of wonderin...
Primary Source: Fish with Liwei Liao
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris are joined live by The Joint business owner and "Dry Aged Fish Guy" Liwei Liao in our...
TV Food Styling With Courtney McBroom
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris connect with their old friend Courtney McBroom as she shares her journey from the cul...
Committing to Flavor With Joshua Skenes
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris take us behind the scenes of the Oktoberfest episode of 'Dinner Time Live.' After, th...
Convenience Store Snacks, Steak in the Matrix, and Chopsticks
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave recounts his recent visit to a convenience store trade show before he and Chris jump into a new...
Heston Blumenthal’s Culinary Innovation and AI’s Impact on Food
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dave and Chris explore the culinary innovation of Heston Blumenthal, discussing how...
Culinary Class Wars and Doppelgangers With Edward Lee
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris are joined by chef Edward Lee to talk about his experience on the Netflix cooking com...
Empathy in Product Design with MJ Truong
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Dave and Chris are joined by Meyer’s MJ Truong to discuss the importance of hands-...
Entrepreneurship With Neil Blumenthal
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Dave offers up six things you would need when starting a new business. Then, they c...
Noodlefest
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Noodlefest On this episode: a no-drain noodle and pasta cooking demo video podcast previously recor...
Griddled Sandwiches, Foie Gras, and Second Restaurants | My Opinion Is Fact
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris chat about the best pizza in the world, how to order at an Italian restaurant, and Re...
‘Family Feud’ VIP ACCESS PASS With Mina Kimes and Pablo Torre
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris are joined by Mina Kimes and Pablo Torre to recap their experience on ‘Family Feud’...
Behind the Scenes of ‘Dinner Time Live’
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris discuss the ins and outs of working on their Netflix show, ‘Dinner Time Live.’ Th...
How to Be a Better Diner and Restaurant Business 101
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris kick off this episode by sharing their "six-pack" for achieving true fandom and ranki...
‘Chapter One’ With Bobby Flay
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris sit down with Bobby Flay to discuss his new book ‘Chapter One,’ his impact on the...
The GOAT of Eating
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris Ying embark on their first live recording; debate the GOATs of eating, restaurants, a...
‘Best of Dave Chang Show’: Learning to Live With Blindness, With Andrew Leland
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave is revisiting some of his favorite episodes and interviews for his ‘Best of Dave Chang Show’...
'Best of Dave Chang Show’: Dinner Music, With Hrishikesh Hirway of ‘Song Exploder’
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave is revisiting some of his favorite episodes and interviews for his ‘Best of Dave Chang Show’...
‘Best of Dave Chang Show’: The Origins of Fat Washing, Top Five Fruits, and the Bar Test With Dave Arnold
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave is revisiting some of his favorite episodes and interviews for his ‘Best of Dave Chang Show’...
‘Best of Dave Chang Show’: Food, Farming, and the Climate Crisis
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave is revisiting some of his favorite episodes and interviews for his ‘Best of Dave Chang Show’...
'Best of Dave Chang Show': Greg Blonder Returns to Discuss the Science Behind Cookware
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave is revisiting some of his favorite episodes and interviews for his ‘Best of Dave Chang Show’...
'Best of Dave Chang Show': The Glory of Complicated, Simple, Crazy, Beautiful, Stupid Art (and Life), With Jerry Saltz
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave is revisiting some of his favorite episodes and interviews for his ‘Best of Dave Chang Show’...
'Best of Dave Chang Show': Cooking as an Art, With Jerry Saltz
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave is revisiting some of his favorite episodes and interviews for his ‘Best of Dave Chang Show’...
Best of EeeeeatsCon, Ireland’s Greatest Culinary Contributions, and Four Walls Whiskey With Glenn Howerton
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris are live from Infatuation L.A.’s food festival, EeeeeatsCon, with special guest 'It...
Overrated French Foods, Where to Eat in Copenhagen, and Delete Yelper: Benu SF
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave is joined by Chris Ying as the two kick things off with a Delete Yelper: Benu. The analysis of ...
Rules of a Restaurant Playlist, Dave Returns to Hamlet’s Kitchen, and Price Fixing
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave is joined by Chris Ying for an episode in which the two discuss the Courvoisier club, the endur...
Underrated/Overrated: ’90s Edition, Book Tours, and How to Menu: Kopitiam With Rachel Khong
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave is joined by Chris Ying and Rachel Khong to discuss Rachel’s latest novel, 'Real Americans,' ...
Dave’s Masters Champions Dinner Theory, Effective Plating, and Menu Formatting
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave’s Masters Champions Dinner Theory, Effective Plating, and Menu Formatting Dave is joined by C...
Pizza Potluck and Buy or Sell With Chris Bianco and Kelly Meinhardt
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave is joined by Chris Ying and friends of the show Kelly Meinhardt and Chris Bianco. The group dis...
Discussing Momofuku Chili Crunch, With Marguerite Mariscal
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave is joined by Momofuku CEO Marguerite Mariscal to talk about challenges and next steps with the ...
Reservation Cancellation, and the Glory of an All-You-Can-Eat French Buffet | My Opinion is Fact
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Chris Ying discuss the pros and cons of charging a cancellation fee for reservations, three...
Seasoning Do’s and Don’ts and How to Menu at Town Hearth
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave is joined by Chris Ying as the two discuss some principles of seasoning and eating at bachelor/...
Primary Source: Beef With Katie Flannery
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave is joined by Chris Ying as the two discuss three things they look for in oysters. The two then ...
Dave’s Michelin Guide Tip, Dads: Eating Clean, and Restaurant Weight Classes | Ask Dave
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Ying joins Dave for a 'Dave Chang Show' After Dark as Dave answers mailbag questions on a vari...
OG Moves at a Korean BBQ and the Legacy of David Bouley
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave is joined by Euno Lee to discuss the legacy of David Bouley and a step-by-step guide on how to ...