Ep. 63 | This is What Passion Tastes Like - Chef Felipe Milanes

In this episode of Shakin' Hands, Jack sits down with Felipe Milanes, a Panama-born chef whose global culinary journey has taken him from working under legends like José Andrés in Washington, D.C., to competing internationally, before returning home. While Felipe shares pieces of his story, the heart of this conversation delves into the realities of building something authentic in an industry fraught with pressure and expectations. He and Jack unpack the emotional toll of entrepreneurship, the necessity of clarity and purpose, and why knowing who you're creating for matters more than chasing trends. Listeners will hear hard-earned wisdom about failure, identity, mental health, and staying true to your roots. It's an inspiring and unfiltered look at what it takes to bring a vision to life, especially when that vision is bigger than you.

Chef Milanes Instagram:   / chefmilanes  


(02:38): How Cooking Found Him
(06:42): Leaving Panama
(09:45): Kitchens that Shaped His Craft
(13:10): The Highs of NYC's Culinary Scene
(16:50): Why He Came Back to Panama
(19:33): Opening a Restaurant with a Mission
(23:47): Casco Viejo: A Love Story
(27:15): Food as Art and Identity
(31:00): What They Don't Tell You About Restaurants
(34:40): Mental Health in the Kitchen
(38:20): Letting the Story Drive the Menu
(42:56): Advice to Aspiring Chefs
(46:30): What Success Tastes Like
(49:12): Final Reflections and Gratitude

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