TV Cooking Competitions and the Culture of Food Media w/ Christian Alquiza (First We Feast)

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After nearly 20 years in restaurant kitchens, Christian has transitioned to life as a media and social media chef. We discuss what the term "chef" means in this age and how, for some, it brings more balance. We also go deep into his experience competing on FOX's Next Level Chef and what it's really like to be a part of those crazy competition TV shows. References Restaurant Hoppen – Hosted by Dan Hoppen First We Feast – First We Feast Bastos Sauce – Follow for updates on this all-purpose sauce at @certifiedbastos This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel! #RestaurantHoppen #ChristianAlciza #NextLevelChef #FirstWeFeast #FilipinoCuisine #CulinaryJourney Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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