Chefs & Lambos

In this episode. Chef David Hill interviews Chef Todd Johnson - chef owner of Nosh on Naples Bay. Hear about Todd's time at culinary school and how he made that work with a busy schedule and family. And then how he made the leap from working in restaurants to owning his own. Since that time, he's opened multiple restaurants and learned through each and every experience. Hear how he and his teams managed Covid, and how he's now building his newest venture, Nosh on Naples Bay. Links to learn more about Chef Todd Johnson:Nosh on Naples Bay websiteLinks to learn more about Chef David Hill:Chef David Hill's Facebook PageChef David Hill's InstagramLinks to book Chef David Hill for your event:www.chefdavidhill.comwww.sarasotachefdavidhill.comwww.northcaptivaislandchef.comwww.starislandchef.comwww.naplescatering.comwww.solochefnaples.comFollow us here for the latest on the podcast:Chefs & Lambos Facebook PageInstagram: @chefslamboswww.chefsandlambos.comQuestions? Want to be interviewed on the podcast? Email [email protected].

In this episode, Chef David Hill talks with Chef Chris Berube of Pearl Steak & Seafood.Hear about Chris's journey to becoming a chef, and how life in the fast lane didn't go as planned. Hear about his mom's faith in him and how she encouraged him to take the step into the culinary world. Chris is now head chef at Pearl Steak & Seafood, and diving into his newest venture - Infusion Culinary Services. Links to learn more about Chef Chris Berube:Infusion Culinary Service's Facebook PageLinks to learn more about Chef David Hill:Chef David Hill's Facebook PageChef David Hill's InstagramLinks to book Chef David Hill for your event:www.chefdavidhill.comwww.sarasotachefdavidhill.comwww.northcaptivaislandchef.comwww.starislandchef.comwww.naplescatering.comwww.solochefnaples.comFollow us here for the latest on the podcast:Chefs & Lambos Facebook PageInstagram: @chefslamboswww.chefsandlambos.comQuestions? Want to be interviewed on the podcast? Email [email protected].

In this episode, Chef David Hill talks with Chef Chris Jones of LowBrow Pizza & Beer, Industry Pizza & Slice Shop, Industry Beer & Barbecue, and The Barbecue Shop.Hear them discuss all things wood-fired pizza, and what makes each type of pizza cook "just so."Hear about Chris's climb into the culinary scene, beginning with pizza making and culinary school in Canada. Learn his thoughts on what makes a good restaurant manager, and his experience going through Covid.Links to learn more about Chef Chris Jones: LowBrow Pizza & Beer's websiteIndustry Beer & Barbecue's websiteIndustry Pizza & Slice Shop's websiteLinks to learn more about Chef David Hill:Chef David Hill's Facebook PageChef David Hill's InstagramLinks to book Chef David Hill for your event:www.chefdavidhill.comwww.sarasotachefdavidhill.comwww.northcaptivaislandchef.comwww.starislandchef.comwww.naplescatering.comwww.solochefnaples.comFollow us here for the latest on the podcast:Chefs & Lambos Facebook PageInstagram: @chefslamboswww.chefsandlambos.comQuestions? Want to be interviewed on the podcast? Email [email protected].

In this episode, Chef David Hill talks with Chef Larry Falisi of Two Guys Catering.Hear about Larry's journey from his degree in education, to cooking for his fraternity brothers, all the way to catering and opening a restaurant.Hear about what kind of mindset it takes to make it in the culinary world. Plus some entertaining stories of behind the scenes!Links to learn more about Chef Larry Falisi:Two Guys Catering websiteTwo Guys Kitchen & Catering Facebook PageLinks to learn more about Chef David Hill:Chef David Hill's Facebook PageChef David Hill's InstagramLinks to book Chef David Hill for your event:www.chefdavidhill.comwww.sarasotachefdavidhill.comwww.northcaptivaislandchef.comwww.starislandchef.comwww.naplescatering.comwww.solochefnaples.comFollow us here for the latest on the podcast:Chefs & Lambos Facebook PageInstagram: @chefslamboswww.chefsandlambos.comQuestions? Want to be interviewed on the podcast? Email [email protected].

In this episode Chef David Hill interviews Chef Daniela Craciun. Hear about Chef Daniela's growing up in Romania, and how that experience made her learn how to become creative with food.  After learning Romania cooking styles, Chef Daniela then moved to Italy and began her training in Italian cuisine. For 8 years, she owned and operated a restaurant in Naples, Florida that featured all of her homemade dishes and ingredients. When she decided to follow a new path, she got a certificate in nutrition from Cornell University. She now caters, teaches cooking classes, and prepares healthy meal plans for people across Southwest Florida.    Links to learn more about Chef Daniela Craciun:Chef Daniela Craciun's websiteLinks to learn more about Chef David Hill:Chef David Hill's Facebook PageChef David Hill's InstagramLinks to book Chef David Hill for your event:www.chefdavidhill.comwww.sarasotachefdavidhill.comwww.northcaptivaislandchef.comwww.starislandchef.comwww.naplescatering.comwww.solochefnaples.comFollow us here for the latest on the podcast:Chefs & Lambos Facebook PageInstagram: @chefslamboswww.chefsandlambos.comQuestions? Want to be interviewed on the podcast? Email [email protected].

In this episode Chef David Hill interviews Chef Jill Lane, executive chef of Finemark Bank. They discuss her history and climb to her current position in the culinary industry. Chef Jill shows that you may not need to go to culinary school to land your dream job! Links to learn more about Chef Jill Lane:Recipes from Chef Jill LaneLinks to learn more about Chef David Hill:Chef David Hill's Facebook PageChef David Hill's InstagramLinks to book Chef David Hill for your event:www.chefdavidhill.comwww.sarasotachefdavidhill.comwww.northcaptivaislandchef.comwww.starislandchef.comwww.naplescatering.comwww.solochefnaples.comFollow us here for the latest on the podcast:Chefs & Lambos Facebook PageInstagram: @chefslamboswww.chefsandlambos.comQuestions? Want to be interviewed on the podcast? Email [email protected].

In this episode Chef David Hill interviews Chef Matt Geiger of Savour First Choice Catering Company.Listen to them discuss Matt's climb into the culinary world, his experiences in restaurants along the way... plus his learning experiences from stressful times as a line cook!Links to learn more about Chef Matt Geiger:Savour First Choice CateringSavour First Choice Catering FacebookSavour First Choice Catering InstagramLinks to learn more about Chef David Hill:Chef David Hill's Facebook PageChef David Hill's InstagramLinks to book Chef David Hill for your event:www.chefdavidhill.comwww.sarasotachefdavidhill.comwww.northcaptivaislandchef.comwww.starislandchef.comwww.naplescatering.comwww.solochefnaples.comFollow us here for the latest on the podcast:Chefs & Lambos Facebook PageInstagram: @chefslamboswww.chefsandlambos.comQuestions? Want to be interviewed on the podcast? Email [email protected].

In this episode, Chef David Hill interviews his good friend Chef Paul Daniel.They discuss Paul's thoughts on going to culinary school, climbing the ranks of the culinary world, and what Paul's doing now. They also take a deep-dive into Paul's venture of building custom brick ovens!Links to learn more about Chef David Hill:Chef David Hill's Facebook PageChef David Hill's InstagramLinks to book Chef David Hill for your event:www.chefdavidhill.comwww.sarasotachefdavidhill.comwww.northcaptivaislandchef.comwww.starislandchef.comwww.naplescatering.comwww.solochefnaples.comFollow us here for the latest on the podcast:Chefs & Lambos Facebook PageInstagram: @chefslamboswww.chefsandlambos.comQuestions? Want to be interviewed on the podcast? Email [email protected].

Mikkelsen Pastry Shop has been a long-standing, delicious presence in Southwest Florida since 2000. On this episode, Chef David Hill & Paw Mikkelsen go behind-the-scenes of the pastry shop. From Paw's beginnings as a pastry chef from Denmark, to his successful growth of the business in Naples, Florida. They discuss Paw's unique way of serving his employees during Covid, and how those times affected the business. Links to learn more about Paw Mikkelsen & Mikkelsen Pastry shop:Mikkelsen Pastry Shop WebsiteMikkelsen Pastry Shop Facebook PageMikkelsen Pastry Shop InstagramLinks to learn more about Chef David Hill:Chef David Hill's Facebook PageChef David Hill's InstagramLinks to book Chef David Hill for your event:www.chefdavidhill.comwww.sarasotachefdavidhill.comwww.northcaptivaislandchef.comwww.starislandchef.comwww.naplescatering.comwww.solochefnaples.comFollow us here for the latest on the podcast:Chefs & Lambos Facebook PageInstagram: @chefslamboswww.chefsandlambos.comQuestions? Want to be interviewed on the podcast? Email [email protected].