In this episode of The Perfect Bite, host Sarah Perkins sits down with Chef Logan Neisel, the creative force behind North Coast Culinary Group — known for his innovative Prologue Dinner Series pop-ups and private dining experiences in Cleveland.
Logan’s approach to food blends fine-dining precision with personal storytelling, drawing on history, culture, and art to craft meals that are as thought-provoking as they are delicious. From his culinary beginnings to curating one-of-a-kind experiences, Logan shares what inspires his menus, how he brings a sense of art and history to every dish, and why he believes food should make you feel something.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- How Chef Logan Neisel approaches pop-ups and private dining as immersive art forms
- The stories and history behind his most memorable dishes
- How artistry, intention, and emotion guide his creative process
- Why intimacy and storytelling matter more than ever in modern dining
- The evolution of Midwest food culture through a fine-dining lens
Want to join Logan for one of his Prologue Dinner Series events? Get 10% off your tickets with code PERFECTBITE here.
You can follow Logan on Instagram @chef_lone, @northcoastculinarygroup, and @prologuedinner_cle.
Head to this link to see where Logan will be serving his next dinner in Cleveland.
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