Episode 5
Chef Tyler Florence: reviving history and redefining comfort food (S10/Ep.05)
Tyler Florence is a celebrated chef, entrepreneur and 27-year Food Network veteran. He has authored 17 cookbooks, including his latest, American Grill. Tyler takes us through his culinary journey- from his early days in South Carolina kitchens to becoming a household name in the food industry. He offers a glimpse into his business acumen, sharing insights into ventures like his Miller & Lux Restaurants, and reveals the surprising, mind-blowing story behind his iconic mac and cheese.
Tyler talks about his commitment to using food as a tool for positive change. We highlight his involvement with various charitable organizations like San Francisco-Marin Food Bank, the USO, World Central Kitchen and more. Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Plate… with Chef Tyler Florence.
This episode is brought to you by Fords Gin, a gin created to cocktail.
(recipe heard in episode is below)
This episode is brought to you by Martin’s Famous Potato Rolls.
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The Officers’ Martini
Recipe courtesy of Joe Brooke
Makes 1 cocktail
3 ozs. Fords Gin
.5 oz. dry vermouth
.25 oz. fino sherry
Orange peel, garnish
Smoked almonds, to serve
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add the gin, dry vermouth and fino sherry.
2. Stir until chilled and then strain into a martini glass.
3. Garnish with an orange peel & serve with a small dish of smoked almonds.
