You Know I’m Right, Episode 293: Chef Jonathan Scinto

You Know I'm Right

On the 293rd episode of You Know I’m Right, Nick Durst and Joe Calabrese are joined by former MasterChef contestant and chef Jonathan Scinto to discuss:

• - Growing up in St. James, NY (Long Island) in an Italian and Jewish family, having a love for the kitchen from a young age
• - Graduating New York Institute of Technology with a BFA degree in graphic design, working as a Client Sales Manager for Post Perfect
• - What was the moment he realized you truly wanted to pursue Culinary arts and become a chef?
• - Being an early business owner owning “Home Cookin Cafe." What advice would he give somebody in a similar position given the difficulty of the restaurant industry?
• - Director of Recreational Cooking Classes at local school; tips for teaching?
• - Inventor of "Itasian" cuisine (combination of Italian and Asian influences)
• - Working as a private and catering chef and favorite events to cater?
• - Making multiple TV appearances, including on the Food Network (Chopped), MasterChef Season 6 on FOX, Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (S1 E 5 & 7) on Amazon Prime and other streaming platforms like Netflix – who approached him and what is the process for a cook/chef seeking exposure?
• - Developing and producing “Family Kitchen Revival” and has he been approached about working on a program with a similar premise?
• - Other famous chefs who have influenced him the most? Favorite people (famous people and celebrities) he has met?
• - Personal favorite dish?
• - Favorite original creation?
• - Best way to grow social media presence and stand out from other foodies?
• - Charity work and giving back to the community
• - You Know I'm Right moment