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The Mind of a Chef
Preview | Season 4 Episode 9: Fire
Things can change in an instant, as David discovered in July of 2014, when he got a fateful call that his restaurant Manresa had burned nearly to the ground. Season 4 of THE MIND OF A CHEF premieres fall 2015 on PBS.
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Revisit some of the best fried dishes in the Mind of a Chef archives.

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Spend some time cooking with the greatest culinary minds in the world.

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Fall in love again with the best egg dishes from the Mind of a Chef archives.

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A perfect tasting menu relies on balance, and on not fatiguing a customer’s palate.

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In high school, David Kinch’s eyes were opened by the glamorous Commander's Palace.

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Diners these days can be pickier than ever, and restrictions can be frustrating.

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For David Kinch, balance in life is as important as balance in a dish.

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David Kinch focuses his attention to the strawberry, at the height of its season.

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Nothing is more calming or inspiring than the sea, which is a muse for David Kinch.

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Food is evolution, and wise chefs never forget from whence they came.