Episode 7

Chef Nyesha Arrington (S6/Ep.07)

Published on: 30th June, 2021

Nyesha Arrington was the first female finalist of Bocuse d’Or, the world chef championships. She is a chef, tv personality and entrepreneur who started her career working alongside some of the world’s most renowned chefs. In this episode we dive deep into her childhood and family, lessons she learned from closing two celebrated restaurants, her love of mentorship and how and why she gives back to her community. You will see her soon next to Gordon Ramsay on his new competition series, “Next Level Chef.” Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Plate… with Chef Nyesha Arrington.

*In the episode intro, Joël Robuchon was referenced as being 'Chef of the Century' in 1989. After further fact checking with Gault & Millau, the year was 1990.



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Beyond the Plate
Culinary Legends, Giving Back
Join Andrew “Kappy” Kaplan as he sits down in-person with the world’s culinary elite to explore their journey into the food industry and the social impact they have made in their community. Every episode will share inspiring stories of what it means to be in today’s hospitality industry.

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