The Dave Chang Show

Potato Jeon, or Which Foods Hold Value to Us

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Dave makes a delicious, two-ingredient dish that he hasn't had since he was a child: potato jeon. Along the way, he makes a second unusual potato dis...

Dry-Aged vs. Wet-Aged Steak, "The Secret," and the American Chef Pantheon With Bill Simmons

26 Jan 2026

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Dave is joined by the Podfather himself, the founder and CEO of The Ringer, Bill Simmons. Dave makes steaks that challenge Bill's wet-aged vs. dry-ag...

The Los Angeles Fires, Lettuce Cup Memories, and New York vs. L.A. With Jacob Soboroff

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Dave is joined by Jacob Soboroff, MS Now senior correspondent and author of the book 'Firestorm.' Dave makes a lettuce cup dish that takes Jacob ba...

Tteokbokki Three Ways and Soft-Chewy Texture

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Dave makes tteokbokki, a classic and delicious Korean street food, three different ways. He talks about the genius of how the dish is served, how gnoc...

Truly Tasting Through Plain White Rice

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Dave makes one of his favorite dishes, one he is still trying to truly taste: a plain bowl of white rice. He talks about trying to train his palate to...

Paris and Global Food Trends With Noelle Cornelio

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Dave is joined by friend of the podcast Noelle, partner at Majordomo Media, as he cooks her a meaningful dish that she did not know he was going to ma...

Sugar Snap Peas and Simplicity

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Dave cooks a deceivingly simple dish that he had years ago, as served by Chef Mark Ladner. Dave relays that this sugar snap pea dish really impacted h...

Beloved Dogs and Living in the Present

22 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave shares what he's learned about living in the moment from his dog Seve, who is sick. He makes his (and, more importantly, Seve's) favorite dog foo...

Snacking and Serving Sizes With Chris Ying

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's the holidays, and we're planning on snacking to celebrate. Dave is joined by our pal Chris Ying to talk about their snack habits, discuss the lie...

50 Episodes of Dinner Time Live: Poulet en Vessie

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave is joined by Marc Johnson and Andrew Miller, friends of the show and culinary producers of Dinner Time Live, as they test a dish for Dinner Time ...

Soufflés and Time Travel

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave gives a lesson involving balloons and the science of a soufflé rising, then he makes two soufflés. He talks about how the soufflé is a dish of...

An Ask Dave Mailbag LIVE From Las Vegas

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave answers questions LIVE from diners in the Momofuku Las Vegas restaurant in the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. After collecting cards from customers, ...

The Future of Food Content With Owen Han and H Woo Lee—LIVE From Momofuku at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas

04 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode, The Dave Chang Show was recorded LIVE from Momofuku at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, all in front of diners! As part of F1 w...

Teriyaki Chicken, Opinions, and Chris Ying

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave and our friend Chris Ying eat teriyaki chicken and a dish from Dave's childhood, all while talking overrated flavor combinations, favorite fast f...

Food Innovation With Taco Bell's Brett Pluskalowski

24 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Dave lives más. Dave is joined by Brett Pluskalowski, senior manager of food innovation at Taco Bell. Dave creates a new dish that he hopes wi...

Japan: Feeling Seen With Hikari

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave makes karaage for special guest, Hikari, director of 'Beef', 'Tokyo Vice', and now her new movie 'Rental Family'. Hikari and Dave discuss why Osa...

Partying With Courtney McBroom

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave makes a great party dish, japchae, for a party person, Courtney McBroom: co-author with Brie Larson of the new cookbook ‘Party People.’ (0:01...

How Do You Like These Apples?

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On today's autumnal apple-themed episode, Dave has his old pal Chris on to play a new game and see how they measure up to their competition. Then, Dav...

France, Wine, and French Wine With Jordan Salcito

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave reconnects with a friend he hasn't seen in years, author of the newly released book ‘Smart Mouth’ and founder of RAMONA beverages, Jordan Sal...

Fixing Our Foodways With Sam Kass

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave talks to a true multi-hyphenate, the political adviser, author, and, of course, chef Sam Kass. They talk about how he found his way into cooking ...

From Chef to Restaurateur With Michael Mina

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave interviews and catches up with chef and restaurateur Michael Mina (8:45). They discuss the significance of Michael Mina's Aqua restaurant, how he...

Modern Food Media With Ruby Tandoh

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave talks to Ruby Tandoh, bestselling food writer and author of 'All Consuming: Why We Eat the Way We Eat Now,' about the big topics in food media to...

Steak With Eric Wareheim and Gabe Ulla

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Dave sits down with Eric Wareheim and Gabe Ulla, authors of the new book 'Steak House: The People, the Places, the Recipes'. Amongst friends, t...

Taking Big Swings With Stephen Starr

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave interviews Stephen Starr, restaurateur extraordinaire and head of the STARR restaurant group. They talk about Stephen's special skill sets, from ...

How We Consume Now With Alex Stupak

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave interviews someone as pessimistically optimistic as him today: Alex Stupak, chef and founder of Empellón. Dave and Alex talk about the dark arts...

An "Overnight Success" Years in the Making With Alison Roman

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave sits down with Alison Roman, whom he has known since the early days of Milk Bar, as her new cookbook, 'Something From Nothing,' comes out soon. T...

Best of EEEEEATSCON Awards, With Justin Pichetrungsi and Eddie Huang

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave is in New York at Infatuation's food festival, EEEEEASTCON NYC, with special guests: chef Justin Pichetrungsi of Anajak Thai; and author, directo...

Point of View With Brooks Headley

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave talks to Brooks Headley of Superiority Burger about a range of topics, from constant iteration and refining dishes to the punk-rock urge to zig w...

Innovation in Tradition and a Pre-Reopening Diaries with Mark Ladner

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Babbo is back! Dave welcomes executive chef Mark Ladner of the newly reopening New York City institution,  the Italian restaurant Babbo. Dave and Mar...

25 for 25: The Rise of the Burger

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, Dave talks about the rise of an icon in America: the burger! In the first part of an overarching 25-for-25 series on the rise of f...

Developing a Recipe for Success With Sarah Fennel

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave opens the episode with musings on how quickly the world, especially the food world, seems to change. Then, he interviews Sarah Fennel, founder of...

Changing Tides and Lasting Impacts With Jeremy Fox

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a heartfelt and personal conversation, Dave interviews acclaimed chef Jeremy Fox (0:50) about his new book, ‘On Meat,’ and his incredible, culi...

The "Sauceshank" Redemption

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave's sauce may have broken, but his spirit hasn't! Back in the kitchen, Dave gives a preview and introduction of the next Dave Chang Show guest (1:0...

‘Dinner Time Live’ Faux Pas and a Tribute to Nobu

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave is in Las Vegas, but even a change of scenery can't distract him from the faux pas he made on the Chrissy Teigen–Diplo episode of ‘Dinner Tim...

Coffee and Contentment With Jack Benchakul

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Dave interviews Jack Benchakul, owner and sole barista at Endorffeine Coffee, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. The tw...

An Ask Dave Mailbag and Dinner Time Live Italian Food Revelation

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for another Ask Dave Mailbag! Dave starts off by talking about his newfound respect for ... Italian Sunday dinner (1:52)? Then, he dives int...

Chicken Wings at Home: Appliance Showdown

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, which left the kitchen smelling like fryer oil, Dave makes chicken wings three ways (11:26) in search of the best version to make at ...

Dinner Time Live Post-Opening Diaries and a Boiled Chicken

28 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave makes a boiled chicken, one of his favorite ways to prepare a meal (2:37). While it boils, he recaps Episode 1 of the new season of Netflix’s D...

Gazpacho and Laughter With Goodboy Noah

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, Dave makes gazpacho fresh (1:01) and from (relatively) frozen (8:20) for special guest Goodboy Noah, known for his catchy recipe s...

Shucking Oysters and a European Vacation

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

(00:00) Dave opens the episode by shucking oysters and making a specialty: kimchi consommé (2:07)! He then talks about his recent trip to Europe and ...

Dinner Time Live Season 3: Pre-Opening Diaries

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dinner Time Live is back! (00:05) Dave starts by making an iconic DTL dessert, (14:06) and is then joined by culinary producers Andrew Miller and Marc...

Chicago: Hospitality, Hot Dogs, and Pizza With Donnie Madia

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave has an open and vulnerable conversation with a legendary Chicago restaurateur, Donnie Madia of One Off Hospitality, who is passionate about Chica...

Cooking, Music, and Creativity With Samin Nosrat and Hrishikesh Hirway

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave makes Snickerdoodles as their name implies: with Snickers. He then brings the...interesting... results to an interview with Samin Nosrat, author ...

Catching Fish, Releasing Control With RA Beattie and Mike Dawes

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave recounts a fly-fishing trip to Mexico, where he encountered the fish that now haunts his dreams. He reflects on how the experience is less about ...

Protein With Dr. Michael Ormsbee

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you been seeing protein everywhere? So has Dave. Dave talks about fad diets and his own experiences with nutrition and weight. He then interview...

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 like you. From questions on top food vacation spots t...

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 back again. In a follow-up to their interview with...

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 trip to London and discusses two very different ye...

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 knives and knife safety: one of the significant dang...

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 the past 25 years. Stay tuned to find out their f...

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 hot takes. They then interview New York Yankee, Cy...

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 by Kahlil Arnold of Arnold's Country Kitchen in Na...

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 classic foreigner faux pas. Dave then interviews chef En...

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 is then joined by Edward, and they talk about Edwar...

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 youth. The trio play a new version of intergeneratio...

Mailbag

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You ask, you receive! Welcome to a Mailbag episode. Dave and Chris answer the questions that listeners and viewers like YOU sent in. From what "having...

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 Marcus the most likely to find success? Does Carmy...

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 underrated Chicago is as a food city and how it lends its...

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 interviews Roy and the two old friends catch up, talk...

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-about topic in the history of DCS—the hit TV sh...

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 interviews his friend and the executive chef/owner of Provi...

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 joined by Besha Rodell, the author of 'Hunger Like ...

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 the history of the dish, how the dish has changed...

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 laughter. Dave first talks about Paul's culinary journey,...

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 Japanese film 'Tampopo.' They discuss the most ic...

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 to eat a carnitas taco the traditional Michoacán ...

Hospitality First With Will Guidara

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave introduces today’s guest, Will Guidara, author of ‘Unreasonable Hospitality,’ and his storied culinary background. Dave then interviews Wil...

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 Ben Shewry of Attica in Melbourne, Australia, and ...

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 culinary world. They are then joined by Aisha to talk...

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 into wine. In a conversation that flows as freely ...

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 accent back at them. They then take on the hot top...

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 potential untold Chinese influence on Italian cuis...

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 stories to tell and some hot takes on food delivery. A...

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 gives a rundown of the food, reveals a lie he tol...

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 ingredients and schedule would play into it. They ...

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 then joined by one of the great modern explorers, ...

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 just concentrated in the major cities. They are the...

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 joined by Dr. David Ortega to discuss the avian f...

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 expert Dr. Maurice Pitesky to find out more about ...

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 drugs like cannabis. They are then joined by Beau Kilm...

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, Nancy Silverton. They discuss with Nancy how to follow...

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 about friendship itself. This group of pals then part...

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 when they were younger, and wish they had now that ...

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, spirited debate about one of the most divisive t...

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 collecting, which has transformed from a childhood hobby ...

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 friend of the show Noelle. Then, the trio takes on ...

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 parallels between 50 years of comedy and 50 years of food....

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 through the levels of expertise on oysters and helps...

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 tea, teaching Dave and Chris about the fundamenta...

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 spot and what authenticity means to great food. The d...

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 he went from being sedentary to a marathon runner...

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 something new without becoming an expert. They pa...

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 endeavor: the Sergeantsville Inn in New Jersey. Th...

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 a celebrity sighting that made Dave blush (34:16)....

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, Kabawa. The trio discusses Paul's time at Momofuku...

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 about his trip to Japan, and Chris talks about his tr...

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 everything in between. They grade their predictions from...

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 there’s nothing we love to do more during our holi...

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 Delight, about the pain and, in turn, triumphs tha...

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 Time Live.' Stay tuned to hear about Kansas City ba...