Jared chats with his childhood friend and professional chef, Ben Jaffe, about his journey to the culinary world, how a failed plan led to a big break with a major celebrity, and more!
0:00—Growing up with a creative touch
4:00—Going to college not really knowing what he wanted to do
6:30—Dealing with an unknown illness and how it pushed him to the kitchen
10:00—The impact of New Orleans
15:00—Making the jump to culinary school
18:00—Climbing the ranks in New York City
25:00—How a plan gone wrong in Utah ended up being a big break
31:00—Cooking for Rihanna and other celebs
37:00—The pressures of being a private chef
43:30—Finding creativity in food
45:00—Quick hitters
