For our season finale, we're excited to welcome Jamie Oliver - one of the most recognized chefs in the world and a global food icon who’s used his platform to educate, advocate, and inspire. In this episode, Kappy sits down with this legend to trace his extraordinary journey: from growing up in a rural English pub kitchen (literally) to transforming food education and policy across the globe. They explore the impact of dyslexia, the challenges of raising five kids while staying grounded, and why his latest book, Eat Yourself Healthy, is about so much more than what’s on your plate. At the heart of his story is the belief that food is a force for good - for our bodies, our families, and our communities. Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Plate… with Chef Jamie Oliver.

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The Miso Collins

Recipe courtesy of Kayla Mata.

Makes 1 cocktail

1.5 parts Fords Gin

.5 part fino sherry

.5 part fresh squeezed lemon juice

.25 part miso honey*

Soda water, to top

Lemon twist, to garnish

*For the miso honey: mix 1 cup honey, 1 cup brewed dandelion tea (still warm), and 2 tablespoons white miso. Mix all together until the honey and miso are dissolved, and then strain. This syrup will hold in the fridge for up to two weeks.

Add the gin, fino sherry, lemon juice, and miso honey to an ice-filled cocktail shaker - lightly shake and strain over fresh ice in a collins glass. Top with some soda water and garnish with a lemon twist.

Evan Funke is a chef, restaurateur, author, and torchbearer of Italian culinary tradition. Known for his obsessive dedication to pasta, he’s behind some of the most celebrated restaurants in LA and beyond. In this episode, we talk about the power of mentorship, the tension between preserving heritage and forging new paths, and why Evan chose a harder, more disciplined road in his craft. He shares how years of focused practice and repetition- not ego- continue to define his approach in the kitchen. He also shares the importance of building community within the restaurant, and how that belief drives both his team culture and his support for organizations like World Central Kitchen, Baby2Baby, Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, and No Kid Hungry. Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Plate… with Chef Evan Funke.

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Milli by Metric | Metric Coffee | IG

Souper Cubes

Combustion Inc.

Too Good To Go | IG

How Full Is Your Bucket? For Kids | Chef Gavin Kaysen | Daniel’s Dream | Chef Daniel Humm

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Jessica Secrest is a mom, content creator, and now cookbook author who’s built a deeply loyal following by doing one thing: showing up as herself. We sat down for a live conversation at Everybody’s Coffee/The Book Cellar in Chicago to talk about her new book, Of Course It’s Good!, and the unexpected journey that led her from packing lunches for her son to becoming a viral force across TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and beyond. She shares the moment she realized she was “onto something,” how a taco potato tot casserole changed her life, and why she’s never missed a day of posting in over two years. We also dig into food memories, family, and why she still does all her filming and editing solo. Enjoy this LIVE episode as we go Beyond the Plate… with Jessica Secrest of @applesauceandadhd.

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Christine Kim is a Washington, DC-based bartender and the newly crowned U.S. Bartender of the Year at the Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards. She shares the journey that began with her first restaurant job at just 13 years old, and how her path ultimately led to becoming a partner and Beverage Director of one of the country’s most celebrated neighborhood bars. We discuss how her background in food shapes her approach to drinks, the importance of creating a space for community, and why she still has no judgment for a good vodka soda. She also opens up about her work with organizations like the Human Rights Campaign (Chefs for Equality), various AAPI initiatives, and fundraising efforts to support displaced families in D.C. Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Drink… with Christine Kim.

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Bar Tutto | Chef Joe Flamm | day off group | Share Our Strength/No Kid Hungry

Eleven City Diner | IG

PB Banana Oatmeal Bars | Erin Lives Whole | IG

Littlefoot Ventures

Adam Mesnick/Deli Board | BtP Episode | Siete Foods

The Neighborhood Hotel

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Grant Achatz is the Creative Director & Co-Owner of The Alinea Group. Named one of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the world and a multi-time James Beard Award winner, Grant’s story goes far beyond accolades. In this episode, he shares how his early days in a Michigan diner shaped his relentless work ethic, how he handles criticism at the top of his game, and how a life-threatening diagnosis forced him to reimagine his identity as a chef. He opens up about creativity, fatherhood, and giving back to the hospital that saved his life. Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Plate… with Chef Grant Achatz.

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Adam Mesnick is the “Chairman of the Board” and founder behind Deli Board in San Francisco - a place that’s built a cult following with chefs, tech execs, and loyal regulars alike. With a career that started in mortgage banking, Adam made the leap to professional cooking in his mid-30s, fueled by a lifelong passion for food and a deep respect for hospitality. In this episode, he shares how Deli Board became a benchmark for sandwich craftsmanship, why he limits bulk orders, and how every detail - down to the way each sandwich is wrapped - reflects his relentless dedication to quality and consistency. Adam also opens up about the impact he strives to make daily in his community - whether it’s being vocal about the neighborhood he’s built his business in by calling for change, helping clean up the streets he walks every day, feeding someone in need, or contributing to the SOMA West Community Benefit District. Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Plate… with Adam Mesnick.

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