Jul 27 2022 37 mins
I’m joined by chef, food blogger, photographer, recipe developer, and creator of Ask Chef Dennis®, Dennis Littley. He’s an online cooking sensation known for sharing his recipes and techniques that result in restaurant-quality meals in under 30 minutes. After transitioning from chef to food services management, Dennis landed in the cafeteria of an all-girls Catholic high school. He was tired of the same old pizza and chicken nuggets, and decided to use his fine dining experience to revamp the menu. He eventually created a culinary program that brought acclaim to the school and was used as a model for other schools around the country.
It was around that time that he started his food blog to provide a space for his trainees to learn more and connect, but he also gained a global following. Dennis and I discuss what inspired him to get out of his comfort zone, start recording cooking videos, and develop new social media skills. He shares the stories behind some of his most popular recipes, including the fan-favorite tiramisu, and what his vision is for his culinary travel series.
Throughout his career, Dennis has always been dedicated to paying it forward and opening people’s minds to the world of possibility that exists within the home kitchen. Even in a prosperous and privileged country like the US, there are millions of children and adults who don’t get the daily meals they need in order to thrive. Dennis is passionate about the work that the folks over at Feeding America do to ensure equitable access to nutritious food for all Americans.
Listen to today’s episode to hear Chef Dennis’ story and find joy in the one thing that brings us together: delicious food!
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Topics Covered:
- The importance of surrounding yourself with a with a team that lifts you up and delegating tasks
- Reigniting the spark for something that you love after experiencing burnout
- Tips for becoming more present in the cooking and eating process
- Being open to learning new skills and reinventing yourself in retirement
- How Dennis is upgrading his website and staying on top of food trends
- Dennis’ philosophy of giving everything in life three chances
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