https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chef-s-day-off--6646174enFoodChef's Day Off/Marcus D. Najera/Matthew Dolanhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/72ecec6107a661787f327528cda919a6.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chef-s-day-off--6646174Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:31:25 +0000Marcus D NajeraMarcus D Najeramarcusmfd@gmail.comWant to elevate your home cooking with Chef tips from one of the best culinary minds in the game? Celebrated Chef Matthew Dolan: Co-owner of 25 Lusk Restaurant in San Francisco (Food Network Regular, Cookbook author, US Department of State Cutural...falseepisodichttps://linktr.ee/Chefsdayoff
 • The fascinating history of Lime Posset
• How citrus naturally transforms cream into a silky custard
• Vanilla bean tips and substitutions
• Common mistakes that keep the dessert from setting
• Restaurant plating ideas and Champagne granita• Why this is the perfect make-ahead dessert for entertaining

Thank you for listening, cooking, and laughing with us throughout Season 2. We'll see you soon for Season 3!

Technical Producer: Jose Penaloza (@nowaypro)]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72926076Sat, 11 Jul 2026 06:01:56 +0000Marcus D NajeraChef Matthew Dolan teaches Marcus how to make Lime Posset, an elegant English dessert dating back more than 500 years that's made with just four simple ingredients. Along the way, they share the story of how this very recipe sparked their friendship...
 • The fascinating history of Lime Posset
• How citrus naturally transforms cream into a silky custard
• Vanilla bean tips and substitutions
• Common mistakes that keep the dessert from setting
• Restaurant plating ideas and Champagne granita• Why this is the perfect make-ahead dessert for entertaining

Thank you for listening, cooking, and laughing with us throughout Season 2. We'll see you soon for Season 3!

Technical Producer: Jose Penaloza (@nowaypro)]]>672british,chef,chef's,day,dessert,dolan,easy,english,four,in,ingredient,lime,marcus,matthew,morning,no,off,posset,recipe,thefalse28fullhttps://linktr.ee/Chefsdayoff
Technical Producer: Jose Penaloza (@nowaypro)]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72765960Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:52:22 +0000Marcus D NajeraWhat separates a good home cook from a great one? It isn't expensive ingredients. It isn't fancy equipment. It isn't some secret recipe. It's finesse. This week, Chef Matthew and Marcus explore the subtle techniques professional chefs use every day...
Technical Producer: Jose Penaloza (@nowaypro)]]>981chef restaurant,cooking chef,cooking home,cooking professional,crab mise,day,dining food,dolan marcus,en,in,matthew,morning chef's,off,place fine,podcast chef,risotto dungeness,skills cooking,techniques risotto crab,the,tips kitchenfalse27fullhttps://linktr.ee/Chefsdayoff
Plus:

• Why chefs obsess over eggs
• The right way to scramble eggs
• Cream vs water in scrambled eggs
• The trick to perfect fried eggs
• How restaurants survive brunch
• Why frittatas are the ultimate leftover meal
• The legendary “62 degree egg”

If you’ve ever ruined breakfast, this episode is for you.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72126265Sat, 23 May 2026 06:15:00 +0000Marcus D NajeraEggs sound simple… until you try to cook them perfectly. In this episode of Chef’s Day Off, Marcus and Chef Matthew Dolan break down the techniques behind scrambled eggs, fried eggs, poached eggs, and frittatas. From fluffy curds and runny yolks to...
Plus:

• Why chefs obsess over eggs
• The right way to scramble eggs
• Cream vs water in scrambled eggs
• The trick to perfect fried eggs
• How restaurants survive brunch
• Why frittatas are the ultimate leftover meal
• The legendary “62 degree egg”

If you’ve ever ruined breakfast, this episode is for you.]]>1057breakfast,brunch,chef,chefs,cooking,culinary,day,dolan,eggs,food,fried,frittata,matthew,off,poached,podcast,scrambled,techniques,tipsfalse26fullhttps://linktr.ee/Chefsdayoff• When should I cook with butter vs oil?
• What exactly is brown butter?
• Why does my pan sauce break?
• How do chefs baste steaks correctly?
• Is butter actually bad for you? …this episode is for you. It’s funny, practical, a little chaotic, and full of chef-level tricks you can actually use tonight.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71942290Sat, 09 May 2026 23:29:39 +0000Marcus D NajeraButter makes everything better… but only if you know how to use it. In this episode of Chef’s Day Off, Marcus and Chef Matthew Dolan from 25 Lusk break down one of the most important ingredients in cooking: butter. From steak basting and pan sauces to...• When should I cook with butter vs oil?
• What exactly is brown butter?
• Why does my pan sauce break?
• How do chefs baste steaks correctly?
• Is butter actually bad for you? …this episode is for you. It’s funny, practical, a little chaotic, and full of chef-level tricks you can actually use tonight.]]>120925,brown,butter,chef,clarified,cooking,dolan,food,francisco,home,lusk,matthew,pan,podcast,restaurant,san,sauce,steak,techniques,tipsfalse25fullhttps://linktr.ee/Chefsdayoffhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/71644597Sat, 25 Apr 2026 23:37:10 +0000Marcus D NajeraYou broke down the chicken… now what? In Chicken: Part 2, Marcus and Chef Matthew turn those raw chicken parts into a fast, no-stress, one-pan dinner you can pull off on a weeknight. We’re talking crispy skin, a simple pan sauce, and a full meal on...729castiron,chef,chicken,cooking,dinner,easy,food,garlic,home,meal,pan,quick,recipe,sauce,simple,skillet,stock,tips,weeknight,winefalse24fullhttps://linktr.ee/Chefsdayoffhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/71265011Sat, 11 Apr 2026 23:03:45 +0000Marcus D NajeraIf you’re still buying boneless, skinless chicken breasts, this episode might change your life. Marcus and Chef Matthew Dolan break down everything you need to know about cooking a whole chicken. From why it’s cheaper (way cheaper) to how to break it...1278basics,butchery,chef,chicken,cooking,food,home,kitchen,meal,podcast,prep,recipes,roast,tipsfalse23fullhttps://linktr.ee/Chefsdayoff
In this episode of Chef’s Day Off, Marcus and Chef Matthew Dolan go deep on the simplest, most iconic pairing in food history: bread and meat. From sourdough legend Azikiwee Anderson at Rize Up Bakery to Wagyu breakdowns at The Butcher Shop by Niku with Guy The Butcher, they explore what elevates a sandwich from basic to unforgettable. Chef defends the purity of a cheeseburger. Marcus argues for tortas, Cubanos, and roast beef with horseradish mayo. They debate mayo, ketchup, tomato seasonality, balsamic trends, patty melts, and whether cutting a burger in half is a personal offense.

Plus:

• The true ratio of meat to cheese
• How to build a sandwich so every bite tastes perfect
• Why ribboning your meat changes everything
• The biggest mistakes people make with condiments
• A little sandwich history you didn’t ask for Then it’s on: they go head to head in the kitchen.

If you love burgers, roast beef, banh mi, or a properly constructed hero, this one’s for you.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70209287Sun, 22 Feb 2026 05:27:33 +0000Marcus D NajeraWhat makes the perfect sandwich? In this episode of Chef’s Day Off, Marcus and Chef Matthew Dolan go deep on the simplest, most iconic pairing in food history: bread and meat. From sourdough legend Azikiwee Anderson at Rize Up Bakery to Wagyu...
In this episode of Chef’s Day Off, Marcus and Chef Matthew Dolan go deep on the simplest, most iconic pairing in food history: bread and meat. From sourdough legend Azikiwee Anderson at Rize Up Bakery to Wagyu breakdowns at The Butcher Shop by Niku with Guy The Butcher, they explore what elevates a sandwich from basic to unforgettable. Chef defends the purity of a cheeseburger. Marcus argues for tortas, Cubanos, and roast beef with horseradish mayo. They debate mayo, ketchup, tomato seasonality, balsamic trends, patty melts, and whether cutting a burger in half is a personal offense.

Plus:

• The true ratio of meat to cheese
• How to build a sandwich so every bite tastes perfect
• Why ribboning your meat changes everything
• The biggest mistakes people make with condiments
• A little sandwich history you didn’t ask for Then it’s on: they go head to head in the kitchen.

If you love burgers, roast beef, banh mi, or a properly constructed hero, this one’s for you.]]>1019a,and,area,beef,beef how,build,chefs artisan,food wagyu,francisco,history culinary,interview san,meat burger,podcast bay,podcast chef,sandwich,sandwich bread,sandwich food,sourdough meat,tips roast,tofalse22fullhttps://linktr.ee/Chefsdayoffhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/69715788Sun, 01 Feb 2026 07:15:45 +0000Marcus D NajeraSeason two of Chef’s Day Off kicks off with a deep dive into one of the most misunderstood proteins in home cooking: fish. Marcus from Star 1013/iHeartRadio and Executive Chef Matthew Dolan of 25 Lusk in San Francisco break down how to buy fish, what...1237advice culinary,basics chef,chef,chef sustainable,cook,cooking,cooking professional,culture cooking,day,education restaurant,fish fish,off,podcast chef,podcast food,podcast home,seafood seafood,tecniques,tips food,tips how,tofalse21fullhttps://linktr.ee/Chefsdayoff
Parboiling, drying, starching, freezing, air frying, shallow frying: t’s all here. A full, step-by-step guide straight from the kitchen at 25 Lusk righ to your house. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68597068Mon, 17 Nov 2025 04:22:30 +0000Marcus D NajeraWe were clearing out the hard drive as we continue to produce Season 2 and we discovered a yet-to-be-published gem. Call it the "Lost French Fry Episode." Marcus and Chef Matthew go all in on why fries hit so hard, the science behind potato happiness...
Parboiling, drying, starching, freezing, air frying, shallow frying: t’s all here. A full, step-by-step guide straight from the kitchen at 25 Lusk righ to your house. ]]>696and,chef,chef’s,cooking kitchen,day,food food,fries culinary,fries potatoes food,fryer comfort,hacks potato,lusk crispy,matt 25,off french,podcast marcus,recipes frying,science cooking,talk bay,techniques air,tips chef,tips homefalse1fullhttps://linktr.ee/Chefsdayoff

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67833612Sat, 20 Sep 2025 22:03:01 +0000Marcus D NajeraBananas Foster: part dessert, part pyrotechnics. In this episode of Chef’s Day Off, Marcus and Chef Matthew dive into the story behind this New Orleans classic, why it’s flambéed, and how to make it at home without torching your kitchen. They cover...

]]>711bananas,brennan’s,caramelized,chef’s,cream,day,dessert,flambé,foster,how,ice,make,new,off,on,orleans,recipe,rum,to,withfalse18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mac-and-cheese-how-to-nail-it-the-cheesiest-episode-yet--67730669https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67730669Fri, 12 Sep 2025 07:00:08 +0000Marcus D NajeraMac and cheese: comfort food, kid favorite, and apparently the cause of Marcus’ cooking anxiety. In this episode of Chef’s Day Off, Marcus and Chef Matthew dive into what makes the perfect mac and cheese. From smooth, creamy cheese sauces (and why...687and,baked,cheddar,cheese,chef’s,cooking,creamy,crust,day,homemade,how,mac,make,off,panko,podcast,recipe,sauce,smooth,tofalse17fullhttps://linktr.ee/Chefsdayoffhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/67626661Fri, 05 Sep 2025 07:00:08 +0000Marcus D NajeraStocks and broths sound fancy, but they start the same — bones, water, and a simmer — until one takes a left turn and the other a right. In this episode of Chef’s Day Off, Marcus and Chef Matthew break down the real difference between a stock and a...816beef,bone,broth,broths,chef’s,chicken,cooking,culinary,day,explained,fish,homemade,off,podcast,recipe,stock,stocks,tipsfalse16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hot-dogs-street-meat-corn-dogs-chef-controversies--67537797https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67537797Fri, 29 Aug 2025 07:00:07 +0000Marcus D NajeraHot dogs aren’t just ballpark food — they’re a cultural obsession. In this episode of Chef’s Day Off, Marcus D. Najera from iHeartRadio San Francisco (The Marcus and Corey Morning Show) and Chef Matthew Dolan (25 Lusk, Food Network regular, cookbook...700and,chef,chef’s,corey,d,day,dog,dogs,dolan,francisco,hot,iheartradio,marcus,matthew,najera,off,san,seattle,sonoran,streetfalse15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-leftovers-episode-waste-less-flavor-more--67472783https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67472783Fri, 22 Aug 2025 07:00:08 +0000Marcus D NajeraLeftovers don’t have to be sad. In this episode of Chef’s Day Off, Marcus D. ("Marcus and Corey" on iHeartRadio) and Chef Matthew Dolan (25 Lusk, Food Network regular, cookbook author) explore how to turn “what’s in the fridge” into something worth...614and,bone,breakfast,burrito,chef,chef’s,congee,corey,day,dolan,ham,leftover,leftovers,marcus,matthew,off,recipe,recipes,soup,taquitosfalse17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-four-sauces-every-home-cook-should-master--67375053• The ratio for a perfect vinaigrette that won’t separate
• A weeknight red sauce that doubles as a base for bolognese or shakshuka
• Hollandaise fundamentals—and how to rescue a broken sauce in minutes
• A pan-sauce formula from fond to finish for chicken or pork

Download the podcast

• iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-chefs-day-off-288394978

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67375053Fri, 15 Aug 2025 07:00:08 +0000Marcus D NajeraLevel up every meal with just four sauces. In this episode of Chefs Day Off, Chef Matthew Dolan breaks down the essential set you actually need: a bright, balanced vinaigrette, a versatile red pasta sauce, a proper Hollandaise (plus the exact fix if...• The ratio for a perfect vinaigrette that won’t separate
• A weeknight red sauce that doubles as a base for bolognese or shakshuka
• Hollandaise fundamentals—and how to rescue a broken sauce in minutes
• A pan-sauce formula from fond to finish for chicken or pork

Download the podcast

• iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-chefs-day-off-288394978

]]>1233basics,broken,chef,chicken,cooking,dinners,fix,hollandaise,home,making,pan,pork,recipe,red,sauce,sauces,tips,tomato,vinaigrette,weeknightfalse13fullhttps://linktr.ee/Chefsdayoff

• When to salt meat for the best results
• Why kosher salt beats Himalayan in cooking
• How to fix a dish with too much vinegar
• Pepper as a floral finish—not just heat
• The worst seasoning sin (hint: pre-made spice blends)

🎧 Hosted by @itsmarcusd of Star 101.3 (iHeartRadio SF) and Chef Matthew Dolan of 25 Lusk.
📍 Recorded in San Francisco, CA]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67288107Fri, 08 Aug 2025 07:00:08 +0000Marcus D NajeraWhy does restaurant food taste so much better than what you make at home? In this episode of Chef’s Day Off, Michelin-starred chef Matthew Dolan and radio host Marcus D. go deep on the holy trinity of seasoning: salt, pepper, and acid. You’ll learn...

• When to salt meat for the best results
• Why kosher salt beats Himalayan in cooking
• How to fix a dish with too much vinegar
• Pepper as a floral finish—not just heat
• The worst seasoning sin (hint: pre-made spice blends)

🎧 Hosted by @itsmarcusd of Star 101.3 (iHeartRadio SF) and Chef Matthew Dolan of 25 Lusk.
📍 Recorded in San Francisco, CA]]>1237acid,advice,chef,chemistry,cooking,facts,flavor,food,hacks,home,in,kitchen,michelin,pepper,podcast,salt,science,seasoning,techniques,tipsfalse12fullhttps://linktr.ee/Chefsdayoff
In the very first episode of Chef’s Day Off, hosts Marcus D. and Chef Matthew Dolan (of San Francisco’s 25 Lusk) break down one of the most misunderstood ingredients in your kitchen: rice.

We’re talking how to cook the perfect pot of rice, why that viral TikTok rice method actually works, and what to do with leftover rice that’s better than tossing it in the trash. Chef Dolan explains the science of rice cooking — including why rinsing matters, how salt behaves with moisture, and how to master rice with or without a rice cooker.

If you’ve ever struggled with mushy rice, burnt bottoms, or flavorless fluff, this episode is your shortcut to chef-approved results at home. New episodes drop every Friday.

🎧 Listen now on the @iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66402754Fri, 01 Aug 2025 21:36:46 +0000Marcus D NajeraEpisode 1 – Rice: How to Cook It, Hack It, and Make It Taste Like a Chef Made It. In the very first episode of Chef’s Day Off, hosts Marcus D. and Chef Matthew Dolan (of San Francisco’s 25 Lusk) break down one of the most misunderstood ingredients in...
In the very first episode of Chef’s Day Off, hosts Marcus D. and Chef Matthew Dolan (of San Francisco’s 25 Lusk) break down one of the most misunderstood ingredients in your kitchen: rice.

We’re talking how to cook the perfect pot of rice, why that viral TikTok rice method actually works, and what to do with leftover rice that’s better than tossing it in the trash. Chef Dolan explains the science of rice cooking — including why rinsing matters, how salt behaves with moisture, and how to master rice with or without a rice cooker.

If you’ve ever struggled with mushy rice, burnt bottoms, or flavorless fluff, this episode is your shortcut to chef-approved results at home. New episodes drop every Friday.

🎧 Listen now on the @iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts.]]>72125,basics,chef,cook,cooking,dolan,hacks,how,ideas,kitchen,leftover,matthew,method,perfect,podcast,recipe,rice,tiktok,tips,tofalse11full