Michael Hunter: Inside the Mind of The Hunter Chef
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#17: In this unforgettable season finale of the Fearless Entrepreneurs Podcast, host Cindy Chang welcomes Michael Hunter, the culinary trailblazer famously known as The Hunter Chef. From his humble beginnings growing up on a horse farm in Southern Ontario to becoming the mastermind behind Toronto’s renowned Antler Kitchen and Bar, Michael’s story is one of grit, innovation, and a deep connection to nature. He shares how his love for hunting and foraging shaped his unique culinary philosophy, the dramatic moments when vegan protests thrust him into the spotlight, and the resilience it took to steer his business through the pandemic. Hear Michael’s raw, unfiltered take on balancing passion, controversy, and success in the culinary landscape.
Restaurant Website: Antler Kitchen Bar
Follow Michael on IG: Antler + The Hunter Chef
LinkedIn: Michael Hunter
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1. Michael Hunter: Inside the Mind of The Hunter Chef (00:00:00)
2. Meet Michael Hunter: The Hunter Chef (00:00:38)
3. Michael's Early Life and Culinary Beginnings (00:02:43)
4. Rising Through the Culinary Ranks (00:06:32)
5. The Birth of Antler Kitchen and Bar (00:09:15)
6. The Philosophy Behind Hunting and Cooking (00:19:02)
7. Ethics of Hunting (00:22:37)
8. The Viral Vegan Protest (00:24:38)
9. Navigating the COVID-19 Crisis (00:29:46)
10. Family Foraging Adventures (00:36:08)
11. Culinary Career Realities (00:38:19)
12. Rapid Fire Questions with Michael Hunter (00:39:08)
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