Guest: Andrew Turner – Valley Wine Merchants (Newberg, Oregon)

André Natera sits down with Andrew Turner to discuss what it takes to thrive in the world of haute cuisine. From working with legendary chefs like Alain Ducasse, Laurent Gras, and Joachim Splichal to running his own wine shop, Turner shares his journey through Michelin-level kitchens and beyond.

Learn what separates good from great in the kitchen, how to handle career pivots, and why understanding ingredients is the foundation of every lasting culinary career.

Topics:
– Lessons from Ducasse and Gras
– The evolution of fine dining culture
– Building and managing a wine program
– Transitioning from chef to entrepreneur
– How mentorship shapes a chef’s career

Andrew Turner on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valley_wine_merchants/

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Chef Ron McKinlay joins André Natera to talk pop-up dinners, cooking techniques, and mental health in the culinary industry.

From mastering meat cookery to navigating post-restaurant life, Ron shares the lessons, struggles, and small victories that come with a life in food. This episode is both raw and inspiring — a reminder that great cooking and self-awareness go hand in hand.

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What’s it like working beside Gordon Ramsay on Hell’s Kitchen?
In this week’s Chef’s PSA, I sit down with Chef James Avery, Ramsay’s sous chef on Hells Kitchen, mentor, chef, mental health and wellness advocate. We get to talk about leadership, wellness, and what it takes to thrive in one of the most high-pressure kitchens in the world.

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