Beyond the Plate

Beyond the Plate

Join Andrew “Kappy” Kaplan as he sits down in-person with the world’s culinary elite to explore their journey into the food industry and the social impact they have made in their community. Every episode will share inspiring stories of what it means to be in today’s hospitality industry.

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July 20, 2026 12 mins

In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment.

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The Compton Bentonville | IG

Washington State University Creamery, Cougar Cheese

ReFED job post | CAVA job post

Salt & Straw Ice Cream Cookbook

Billy Shore article | Norimoto Bakery | Adam Richman ig post | D’Romanos Pizza

Mango Chicken Sauce

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In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment.

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Luther’s Market + Noodle Shop | IG

Sababa Foods | IG

Stiegl Grapefruit Radler

Stephen Ritz | Green Bronx Machine | IG

Montana Knife Company | Josh Smith

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In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment.

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Motek | IG

Row 7 Seed Co. | Chef Dan Barber

Ninja CREAMi | Fords Gin

ReFED | Catalytic Grant Fund Grantees

Fields Good Functional Cookies | IG

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In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment.

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Goop Kitchen | IG | Gwyneth Paltrow | Chef Kim Floresca

Figa Foods | IG

Instant Pot Rice Pudding recipe | Melissa Clark

Teaching Kitchen Collaborative

North America's 50 Best Bars | Steve Schneider | Sip & Guzzle

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In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment.

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Ko Sa Wan | Ian Kittichai | Atlantis

Mamame Tempeh Chips | IG

@jewishfood | Matzah Chilaquiles

Billy Bearing Witness | Billy Shore | Share Our Strength

Broma Bakery | IG | Sweet Tooth Cookbook

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In this special bonus episode of HEARD, Kappy shares insights from Expo West - the natural and organic CPG industry’s biggest event. He joins Ilana Shenitzer, EVP of Consumer Brands at Ruder Finn, to talk about the brands, collaborations, founders, and food products that stood out on the show floor.

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Cloud 23 | Cravings | Caliwater | Once Upon A F...

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The Benjamin Hollywood | IG

3 Farm Daughters

Sous Vide Egg Bites

Expo West

Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival

Brodo | Chef Marco Canora

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In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment.

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Puerto Sagua Restaurant

Shared Cultures | IG

NY Times Slow Cooker Hoisin Garlic Chicken | Sarah DiGregorio

Jamie Oliver BtP Episode | Jamie Oliver

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Cutino Sauce Co. | Cutino IG | Ouilmette Spice Company

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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 dyslex...

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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...

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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, Inst...

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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 dr...

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Note: This episode was originally released in 2020 and is being re-shared due to its continued relevance and listener response. It reflects the business context at the time of recording.

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 e...

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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 benc...

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