The Mind of a Chef

The Mind of a Chef (2012- )

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Narrated by Executive Producer Anthony Bourdain, The Mind of a Chef is that rare and beautiful thing: An intelligent show about cooking. Season three of the James Beard and Emmy-Award wining series from Zero Point Zero Production and presented by WGBH, enters the minds of chefs Edward Lee and Magnus Nilsson, and follows these two great culinary figures from their home kitchens to destinations around the globe in search of ingredients, inspiration and the perfect meal. As in the previous two seasons, featuring chefs David Chang, Sean Brock and April Bloomfield, The Mind of a Chef combines cooking, travel, history, humor, art and science into a cinematic journey, each episode capturing another glorious flicker from the mind of its subject and focusing on what it truly means to cook, think, create and live in the food-obsessed world that is The Mind of a Chef.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 15:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S06E08Multiversedéc. 18, 2017
S06E07Classicsdéc. 11, 2017
S06E06Unexpecteddéc. 5, 2017
S06E05Risknov. 28, 2017
S06E04Familynov. 21, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Mind of a Chef' premiere?

'The Mind of a Chef' premiered on November 9, 2012.

Who narrates 'The Mind of a Chef'?

Anthony Bourdain narrates 'The Mind of a Chef'.

What channel originally aired 'The Mind of a Chef' in the year 2012?

The first season of 'The Mind of a Chef' originally aired on PBS.

Who directed the first season of 'The Mind of a Chef'?

The first season of 'The Mind of a Chef' was directed by Marc Etkind and Emily Fleuriot.

Which two chefs were featured in the first season of 'The Mind of a Chef'?

The first season of 'The Mind of a Chef' featured chefs David Chang and Sean Brock.

Where did David Chang train before opening his restaurant Momofuku Ss\u00e4m Bar?

David Chang trained at Noodle Bar, Craft, and Cafeteria before opening Momofuku Ss\u00e4m Bar.

What type of cuisine is Sean Brock known for?

Sean Brock is known for his Southern cuisine.

Who does Sean Brock consider his mentor?

Sean Brock considers chef Bill Neal his mentor.

Where did Sean Brock open his first restaurant?

Sean Brock opened his first restaurant, McCrady's, in Charleston, South Carolina.

What is the name of the episode in which David Chang and Sean Brock explore ramen?

Episode 2 of 'The Mind of a Chef's first season is titled 'Ramen'.

In which episode does Sean Brock make fried chicken?

Sean Brock makes fried chicken in Episode 11 of 'The Mind of a Chef's first season, titled 'Southern'.

What is the name of the episode in which David Chang explores the use of fermentation in cooking?

Episode 4 of 'The Mind of a Chef's first season is titled 'Fermentation'.

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