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Kitchen Culture & Mentorship with Aaron Bludorn & Allie Peña

Chef's PSA Episode 154

How do great chefs develop?

In this episode of Chef’s PSA, Chef Aaron Bludorn and Chef Allie Peña of Bludorn Restaurant in Houston share their perspectives on culinary mentorship, leadership, and the evolution of kitchen systems.

We explore:

The creative process behind Bludorn’s cuisine

How mentorship creates resilient chefs

Kitchen station setup, daily tools, and team habits

AI, kitchen display systems, and the future of fine dining

Redefining leadership as a service, not a title

This is a tactical conversation that goes beyond the food. It’s about the people, the process, and the purpose that shape chef careers today.

Aaron Bludorn Instagram https://www.instagram.com/aaronbludorn/

Allie Pena Instagram https://www.instagram.com/xella_pena93/

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