Chef Kevin Des Chenes on Private Dining, Food Network Fame, and New England Flavor | So New England #74

What does it take to cook for celebrities, raise $20K for charity, and still make it home for your kids? Chef Kevin Des Chenes breaks it all down.From Food Network fame to private chef dinners across the country, Kevin shares how he built a career on hospitality, hustle, and New England grit. We talk charity work with Make-A-Wish, cooking outside restaurant kitchens, balancing family life, and why great food isn’t about fancy plating—it’s about execution.You’ll hear:​How Kevin transitioned from restaurant kitchens to high-end private dining​Behind-the-scenes Food Network stories and celebrity clients​Why New England creates some of the most resourceful chefs​The real challenges of cooking in other people’s kitchens​His take on social media, influencers, and modern food culture Hosted by Ian Brownhill with co-host RJ Travisano.