Chef Fariyal Abdullahi on Crack Burgers, Kitchen Fires and Ethiopian Food 101

Adrienne and Joe are joined by special guest and friend of the show, chef Fariyal Abdullahi. She fills us in on what it’s like to be the executive chef at one of the most sought-after restaurant reservations in New York City, Hav & Mar. Plus, we discuss: Fork It or Forget It: Crack Burgers (yes this is a real trend) LA vs. New York: Who holds the Ethiopian crown? (How about Washington DC) Tips for dining out at an Ethiopian restaurant (and not getting too full) Fariyal’s exhausting weekend at the 2025 James Beard Awards Review Review: How do you get one-star before you even open your doors? Women running the kitchen in fine dining Walk-In Confession: Fariyal gets caught in a fire mishap and Adrienne finds herself in a cloud of smoke Follow the show: @chefscutpod Follow Fariyal: @fariyalabdul Follow Adrienne: @chefadriennecheatham Follow Joe: @insta.flamm