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The Mind of a Chef

Name: The Mind of a Chef
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2012-11-09
Duration: 45 min

2012 – 2017 · 45m per ep · TV-PG · English · United States of America

Go inside the minds of some of the world's top chefs. Narrated by Executive Producer Anthony Bourdain, The Mind of a Chef is that rare and beautiful thing: an intelligent show about cooking.

8.3(74 reviews)

4.9589% popularity

At a glance

Details

First air date: Nov 9, 2012
Last air date: Dec 18, 2017
Status: Ended
Seasons: 6
Episodes: 86
Episode runtime: 45m
Original language: English
Country: United States of America
Network / platform: PBS
Creator / showrunner: —
Certification: TV-PG
Production companies: Zero Point Zero, GBH

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Keywords

cookingtravelfoodchefculinary artsworld cuisinecooking showprofessional chefs

Seasons & episodes

Season 1

2012 · 16 episodes

Season 1 examines the food-centric world of Chef David Chang. From ramen to rotting bananas, Copenhagen to Kansas City, and pork buns to golf clubs, Season 1 combines travel, cooking, history, science, and humor into an unforgettable journey.

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Cast

Anthony Bourdain

Narrator (voice)

Danny Bowien

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Reviews & ratings

8.3

74 community reviews

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Alex Rivera7.300000000000001/103/18/2026
Binge-worthy
Every episode leaves you wanting more. The character arcs are exceptional.
52 found helpful
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Jordan Kim8.3/103/14/2026
Peak television
One of the best shows in its genre — tightly written and beautifully acted.
44 found helpful
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Sam Patel9.3/103/10/2026
Must-watch series
The season finales alone are worth the watch.
36 found helpful
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Morgan Lee7.300000000000001/103/6/2026
Brilliant writing
Gripping from the first scene. Already recommending to everyone.
28 found helpful
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Casey Wong8.3/103/2/2026
Slow burn payoff
Takes a few episodes to hit stride, then it's unstoppable.
20 found helpful