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Welcome to Exile, a podcast about Jewish lives under the shadow of fascism. Narrated by award-winning screen and stage actor, Mandy Patinkin. Untold stories and firsthand accounts drawn from intimate letters, diaries and interviews found in the Leo Baeck Institute’s vast archive. Each episode, a story of beauty and danger that brings history to life. Because the past is always present. Starting November 1, episodes are released weekly every Tuesday. The Leo Baeck Institute, New York | Berlin is a research library and archive focused on the history of German-speaking Jews. Antica Productions produces award-winning non-fiction podcasts, films and series which inform and inspire audiences around the world.

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Episode #142 - Carrie Nahabedian of Brindille 1:43:24

منذ 16 hours1:43:24

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This week’s guest is a powerhouse in the culinary world. Carrie Nahabedian , the James Beard Award-winning chef behind the acclaimed Brindille and the late, great NAHA, has left an indelible mark on Chicago’s fine dining scene. From an early love of cooking inspired by her Armenian heritage to helming the kitchens of high-end hotels like the Ritz-Carlton Chicago and the Four Seasons Biltmore, her career has been defined by bold creativity and an uncompromising commitment to quality. Carrie joins us in the studio to talk about the art of crafting a memorable dining experience, the highs and lows of working with family, and why she refuses to phone it in for events like Restaurant Week. We dive into her love-hate relationship with tasting menus, her thoughts on the ever-changing food scene, what it takes to keep things fresh when you’ve been at the top for decades—and so much more!…

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Episode #141 - Eli Sussman of Gertrude’s 1:32:08

منذ 8 أيام1:32:08

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When this week’s guest isn’t satirizing the hospitality industry with incisive memes via his Instagram account @thesussmans , he’s the Chef and partner at Gertrude’s in Brooklyn. Eli Sussman joins us in the studio to discuss creative new lanes for chefs amidst an increasingly competitive landscape, explain what happens when the comedic and culinary collide, and give us his two cents on the LA vs. NYC rivalry. Keep an eye out for his book Me Chef, You Chef, Oui Chef (2027) and the return of his interview series Talkin In The Walkin , and myriad other creative pursuits.…

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Episode #140 - Sarah Stegner of Prairie Grass Café 1:16:35

منذ 15 يومًا1:16:35

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This week’s guest is a passionate workhorse: when Sarah Stegner isn’t serving imaginative, seasonally inspired dishes as the founder and creative force behind Prairie Grass Cafe, she’s showcasing the potential for chefs to advocate for change in food sourcing or rallying her chef friends to cook for a good cause. As a founding member of the innovative and purpose-driven Green City Market, she has helped shape Chicago’s sustainable food movement, championing local farmers and fostering a direct connection between growers and chefs. She comes on the pod to tell us about the connections between classical guitar and dish composition, provide tips for success at the farmer’s market, and go deep on the systemic problems facing food — and what we can do to fix them.…

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Episode #139 - Jenner Tomaska of Esmé & The Alston 1:47:07

منذ 22 يومًا1:47:07

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This week’s guest worked in nearly every culinary setting imaginable—from Dairy Queen to sports bars—before making his mark in fine dining. Chef Jenner Tomaska earned his stripes at top spots like Mk and Next before founding the renowned Esmé alongside his wife, Katrina Bravo. He joins the pod to share how creativity serves as his North Star in navigating the fine dining world and gives us the inside scoop on The Alston , a new steakhouse concept that explores the surprising origins of ingredients. This week: tips for working with your life partner, reimagining farm-to-table, the origins of Esmé’s art gallery concept, and much more.…

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Episode #138 - Felipe Ospina, Hospitality Veteran 1:28:20

منذ 29 يومًا1:28:20

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From Colombia to South Beach, Williamsburg to Chicago, Felipe Ospina’s hospitality journey has taken him through some of the most dynamic culinary landscapes in the world. With a track record of opening 25 restaurants in Chicago and a passion for concept creation, agility, and innovation, Felipe has helped shape the city’s dining scene. Now a business developer and consultant, he collaborates with top chefs and operators to refine restaurants and drive profitability. He joins us in the studio to talk about what it takes to launch successful restaurants, transitioning from on-the-floor hospitality to business development, the best Colombian food in Chicago—and so much more.…

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Episode #137 - Dennis Lee of Food is Stupid and The Party Cut 1:49:35

منذ 5 weeks1:49:35

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You might know this week’s guest from the antics of his Substack, Food is Stupid , where he lovingly skewers food culture with irreverent humor and subversive stunts. But don’t get it twisted: despite his approach, the man behind it, Dennis Lee, is a serious voice in Chicago’s culinary community—a true purveyor and champion of hidden gems, and someone who knows food inside and out. By day, he’s a writer for The Takeout , covering everything from fast food to local Chicago eats. His new Substack, The Party Cut , has him doubling down on his signature style, blending deep dives into Chicago’s food scene and a respectful approach to the city’s less-known establishments with sharp-witted observations. He joins us in the studio (with treats!) to talk about how Food is Stupid served as a refreshing antidote to the over-seriousness of food writing, why we’ll never run out of hidden gems, the rise of Korean culture in the U.S. (and a celebration of Korean markets), and so much more.…

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Episode #136 - Greg Hall of Goose Island and Virtue Cider 1:37:44

منذ 6 weeks1:37:44

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Greg Hall, the brewmaster and beverage visionary behind Goose Island ’s meteoric rise, has long been a pioneer in the craft beer world. As the son of founder John Hall, Greg’s boundless creativity and willingness to experiment with unconventional styles helped establish Goose Island as a trailblazer in the golden age of craft brewing. After the brewery’s acquisition by Anheuser-Busch, Greg found a new passion—hard cider. A formative trip to England opened his eyes to what the U.S. was missing, inspiring him to launch Virtue Cider . In this episode, he shares how he got into brewing, the rollercoaster trajectory of Virtue, his predictions for the future of the beverage industry, and much more.…

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Episode #135 - Doug Sohn of Hot Doug's 1:24:48

منذ 7 weeks1:24:48

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This week’s guest is a man whose reputation precedes him—we sit down with the inimitable Doug Sohn, the visionary behind Hot Doug’s . A lighthearted stalwart of Chicago’s culinary old guard, his namesake restaurant became a storied institution, and his sausages have been enjoyed at Wrigley Field since 2015. Doug joins us in the studio to share insights into his journey toward the culinary arts, the fire that razed the first iteration of his restaurant, the ascent of Hot Doug’s to cultural and culinary prominence, and much more.…

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Episode #134 - Omar Cadena of Omarcito's 1:53:21

منذ 8 weeks1:53:21

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This week’s guest is a beacon of warmth and inspiration in Chicago’s hospitality scene — a spiritual guide and charismatic leader with an infectious passion for taking care of others. Omar Cadena, a proud Chicago native and veteran of the restaurant industry, is the visionary behind Omarcito's , a vibrant celebration of his family’s Cuban and Ecuadorian culinary heritage. In this episode, we delve into Omar’s journey as a first-generation immigrant growing up in Chicago, the versatility of seafood stew, reimagined health inspections, and much more.…

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Episode #133 - Malcolm Simkoff of Ritual Cannabis Hospitality 1:56:09

منذ 9 weeks1:56:09

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As we close out 2024, we’re excited to sit down with Malcolm Simkoff of Ritual Cannabis Hospitality. Simkoff honed his craft in some of Chicago’s most celebrated restaurants (Acadia, Elizabeth, Leña Brava...) before venturing to Tulum, where he navigated the region’s culinary gold rush. Upon returning to the U.S., he noticed a glaring gap in the cannabis industry: the lack of sophistication and care in public consumption spaces. Determined to change that, he founded Ritual Cannabis Hospitality, a company dedicated to redefining cannabis-infused lounge experiences with the same refinement and hospitality he advocated for in the culinary world. We dive into: Vegas lounge concepts, rubbing shoulders with the Mexican cartel in Tulum, the unique intricacies of serving cannabis, and much more.…

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Episode #132 - Lacey Irby of Dear Margaret 1:07:05

منذ 10 weeks1:07:05

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This week’s guest got her start in hospitality PR before trying her hand at launching a restaurant of her own. Lacey Irby’s unique perspective as storyteller and tastemaker, coupled with inventive dishes courtesy of executive chef Ryan Brosseau, has helped turn Dear Margaret into a dining experience worth writing home about. She comes by the studio to tell us how they transformed an old dilapidated seafood restaurant into a space for a fine dining concept and offers some practical advice for aspirant restaurateurs looking to strike out on their own. We talk: the influence of influencers on the restaurant media landscape, running a nimble operation, getting your kids to touch tables, and so much more.…

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Episode #131 - Josh Tilden of Maxwells Trading 1:14:19

منذ 11 weeks1:14:19

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Last year, when we had Chef Erling Wu-Bower on the pod, Maxwells hadn’t opened yet — the concept was brimming with promise, but its mettle was yet untested. After a year of service, there’s no denying how much the spot is thriving, and it’s in large part to this week’s guest — Josh Tilden, Chef Erling’s front-of-house counterpart. Josh is an engineering major-turned hospitality maestro, whose methodical approach and attention to the finer points have made him an indispensable member of the Chicago dining community. He joins us to tell us about the inception of Maxwells, give us a tour of their inspiring space, talk Shaw's lore, and so much more.…

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Episode #130 - Giuseppe Tentori of GT Prime 1:17:02

منذ 12 weeks1:17:02

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This week, we are delighted to welcome a culinary artist who, despite his reluctance to embrace the title of "chef", is undeniably one of the industry’s most esteemed talents. Chef Giuseppe Tentori refined his culinary skills in some of Chicago’s premier kitchens before joining BOKA Group, where he led BOKA (the restaurant) and subsequently opened GT Fish & Oyster, GT Prime , and BOKA Catering . In our conversation, we dive into Chef Tentori’s experiences working with Charlie Trotter, explore the philosophy of allowing a protein to speak for itself versus enhancing it, discuss the pursuit of artful consistency, and much more.…

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Episode #129 - James Martin of Bocadillo Market 1:31:08

منذ 13 weeks1:31:08

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This week’s guest is busy. From championing numerous charitable causes alongside fellow Chicago chefs to running the award-winning Bocadillo Market, James Martin embodies the spirit of humble grit and hospitality zeal. With a passion for crafting inventive dishes that put a modern twist on Spanish classics, James shares his journey from modest beginnings to becoming a celebrated force in the culinary world. In this episode, we explore saffron yields, the remarkable resourcefulness of Chicago’s culinary community, tips for achieving the perfect paella, and much more.…

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Episode #128 - Adam McFarland of John's Food and Wine 1:09:03

منذ 14 weeks1:09:03

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In his early 20s, this week’s guest was working as a builder when he accidentally dropped a pallet of bricks — and vowed to move to San Francisco to pursue a life in the kitchen. And we are lucky he did: Adam McFarland is a born natural (he started cooking when he was a toddler), and his latest venture, John’s Food and Wine, which he started alongside longtime co-conspirator Thomas Rogers, is a testament to his creativity and kindness-first approach to hospitality. After Thanksgiving, they’re launching a new reservation system and tasting menu that will give diners an intimate and playful dining experience inspired by the seasons. He joins us in the studio this week to walk us through how he designs a menu, tell some stories that influenced his vision for a kinder kitchen, give us the skinny on making a good egg, and so much more.…

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