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MAD Monday Meets ‘The Bear’

MAD Mondays | December 4

Join us for a screening of the Copenhagen episode from Season 2 of the FX/Disney+ series, The Bear, and a behind-the-scenes conversation with actors Lionel Boyce (Marcus) and Will Poulter (Luca), along with Richard Hart, the founder of Hart Bageri, and a consultant for the show.

MAD Digest | November Issue

Newsletter | November

This month's newsletter includes a deep dive into long hours, an interview with Credo sommelier César Garduño, a big announcement from Academy, and pics from a very glou glou MAD Monday.

MAD on why being the best in the industry "doesn't have to hurt"

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Skal verdens bedste restauranter absolut også være verdens dårligste arbejdspladser? Nu er forandringen måske på vej

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How to Lead in a No-Ego Kitchen

Alanna Sapwell

Chef Alanna Sapwell has journeyed through kitchens around the world, experiencing different leadership styles in each. Now as head chef at her own restaurant, it’s her turn to set a new standard. 

Owning It

Rosio Sanchez

At the sixth MAD Symposium, Rosio points out the gap that exists between seeking perfection and inspiration under the vision of others, and the contradictory desire to cook what matters to you as a person.

Carne e Spirito

Dario Cecchini 

The Dante-quoting Butcher of Panzano on the importance of craft and love.

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