Episode 41
Feeding the Steelers
As an executive chef for Parkhurst Dining Services, Kevin Blinn is responsible for feeding both the Pittsburgh Steelers and the University of Pittsburgh’s football teams. He joins Chef Rich and Justin to talk about the relationship between food and football, menu planning, recipe development and his favorite equipment.
Be sure to follow Chef Rich and Justin on Twitter at @ChefRrupp and @jupehr.
Episode Notes
0:57 – Introduction of Chef Kevin Blinn
2:23 – Nutrition for the Pittsburgh Steelers
4:29 – Chef Kevin Joins the Show
6:34 – Creating a Menu for the Players
10:46 – Preparing for the Draft
12:22 – Sourcing Food & Serving Healthy
16:58 – Chef Kevin’s Career Path
20:11 – Revolutionary Equipment
23:08 – COVID-19
25:24 – Work Life Balance
27:01 – Recipe Development
32:42 – Food Equipment Product
35:26 – Pittsburgh Pride
37:30 – Favorite Dishes
40:20 – Food for Performance
42:30 – Chef’s Best & Worst Meals
45:50 – Chef Kevin’s Inspirational Quote