The Side of Restaurant Life You Don’t See

Chef David Kolotkin isn’t just part of kosher dining history—he helped write it. As the executive chef behind the legendary Prime Grill, he navigated the pressures of New York fine dining, the expectations of the observant world, and the relentless pace of restaurant kitchens. In this conversation, we talk about what it takes to survive decades in this industry, how the kosher dining landscape has changed, and what chefs today need to understand about creativity, consistency, and staying relevant. It’s candid, funny, and surprisingly emotional—this is the side of restaurant life you rarely hear about.

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