Aaron Staudenmaier brings years of fine-dining experience to his role as concept chef for Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar, a growing casual-dining chain based in Texas. His cooking focuses on ingredients from local ranchers, farmers and artisans and flavor-infused techniques—with some whimsical touches thrown in. Listen as chef Staudenmaier shares how he strives to create “revved up” American dishes that set chain’s menu apart and position it for growth.