Chef Kate Austen - How She Became The Youngest 2 Michelin Starred Female Chef In The World - Why She's Turned Her Back On The Industry & The Secrets To Winning The Great British Menu!

Today we’re delighted to be joined by a chef who was once the youngest 2 Michelin star female chef in the world and after working in 4 Michelin Starred restaurants around Europe and then working for Gordon Ramsay, she casually became the first woman to ever win the Great British Menu main course, in over 20 years of the shows history!Kate opens up about; why she decided to leave the restaurant industry and become a private chef rather than try and open her own restaurant, the struggles emotionally of being a Head Chef, the brutality of 19 hour days working in Michelin Star kitchens, the greatest way to tackle sexism and inequality, the delights of Copenhagen's dining scene, her secrets to becoming the first female in history to win the Great British Menu's main course, the unglamorous truths of working for Gordon Ramsay, the selfishness you need to be a successful chef and so much more...It's a truly fascinating listen and Kate is a wonderful orator, so sit back, relax and enjoy!-------Please leave us a great rating and a comment and share it with your friends - it really helps us grow as a show.If you're in the industry and are looking for the greatest POS system in the world than look no further as Blinq are tearing up the rulebook—no long-term contracts, no hidden fees, and no per-device charges. Just £49 a month for unlimited devices and 24/7 UK-based support that’s always there, in person when you need it.Built for hospitality, by hospitality, blinq is the fastest, easiest POS system on the market—so intuitive, anyone can use it. And while others take weeks to get you up and running, with blinq, you’re live in just 2 hours.Join the hospitality revolution today & use the code GOTOBLINQ to get your first month free - https://blinqme.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Go-To Food Podcast is where the world’s most influential chefs, restaurateurs, food writers and critics share the stories behind their craft. Hosted by award-winning presenter Freddy Clode and chef and food writer Ben Benton, this weekly show dives deep into the experiences, inspirations, and “Go-To” favourites that define a life in food. From hidden gems to the restaurants they return to time and again, each episode serves up intrigue, insight, and the untold moments that shaped their journey. With food and drink inspired by their stories, expect stories from the food world, insider knowledge, and a true celebration of food culture at its finest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.