EP 1: A Conversation with Mike Lata of FIG Charleston

Mike Lata, chef and co-owner of Charleston's FIG and The Ordinary in Charleston, SC, is a James Beard Award-winning chef celebrated for his dedication to local flavors and culinary practices that pay respect to the efforts and traditions of his family of purveyors and the Lowcountry. Mike's food, philosophy, and contributions to the Charleston community have earned him recognition on a national platform, including coverage in The Wall Street Journal, Food & Wine, Bon Appétit, Esquire, Garden & Gun, Southern Living, Travel + Leisure, USA Today, The New York Times and many more. In this episode, Mike joins Steve in a candid conversation discussing his personal and professional journey in hospitality. Thank you to Stolon Food Lab for allowing us to use the space to film this episode.