Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
As the executive chef, Chef David Kolotkin 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.
For more conversations with Shlomo and Shifra Klein, watch Glatt! kosher.com/shows/glatt-podcast
As the executive chef, Chef David Kolotkin 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.
For more conversations with Shlomo and Shifra Klein, watch Glatt! kosher.com/shows/glatt-podcast
