Tag: Culinary mentorship


  • Chef Kevin Uy: Basque-Inspired, Flow-Driven Culinary Journey

    Chef Kevin Uy: Basque-Inspired, Flow-Driven Culinary Journey

    Introduction: A family kitchen as the first classroom Chef Kevin Uy grew up in a household where the aroma of sizzling pans and shared meals was the norm. The kitchen was not just a place to cook; it was a space where curiosity flowed freely, flavors were debated with passion, and techniques were passed down…

  • Chef Kevin Uy Goes With the Flow: A Basque-Inspired Journey

    Chef Kevin Uy Goes With the Flow: A Basque-Inspired Journey

    Introduction: A Culinary Path Shaped by Family and Fire Growing up surrounded by the rhythms of the kitchen, Chef Kevin Uy learned early that cooking is more than technique—it’s a way of adapting to the moment. The phrase “go with the flow” isn’t just a motto for him; it’s a practical approach that informs every…

  • Culinary Class Wars S2: Restaurants by Son Jong-won

    Culinary Class Wars S2: Restaurants by Son Jong-won

    Season 2 delivers a fresh wave of culinary drama Netflix’s Culinary Class Wars returns with a bigger, bolder season that whips up heat, humor, and high-stakes competition. After four weeks of heart-pounding challenges and more carrots than a farm can handle, the second season culminates in a dramatic finale that has fans debating the winner…

  • Remembering Ena Widjojo: A Culinary Trailblazer at Hardena and a Philadelphia Icon

    Remembering Ena Widjojo: A Culinary Trailblazer at Hardena and a Philadelphia Icon

    Introduction: A cherished figure in Philadelphia’s culinary landscape Ena Widjojo, a longtime fixture in South Philadelphia’s vibrant food scene, passed away at age 73 after a battle with cancer. As the owner and celebrated chef of Hardena, a beloved Indonesian-Vietnamese restaurant, Widjojo inspired a generation of cooks, mentored countless aspiring chefs, and offered a warm,…

  • Ena Widjojo: A Legacy of Indonesian Flavor and Philadelphia Community at Hardena

    Ena Widjojo: A Legacy of Indonesian Flavor and Philadelphia Community at Hardena

    Remembering Ena Widjojo, a Culinary Pillar of South Philadelphia The Philadelphia food world is mourning the loss of Ena Widjojo, the longtime owner and celebrated chef of Hardena, the beloved South Philadelphia restaurant known for its Indonesian comfort foods. Widjojo, 73, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, after a battle with cancer. Her passing marks…