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Scratch

Sam Jen

Scratch is a Canadian podcast about the people behind the plate - the chefs and restaurateurs who built their businesses, lives, and communities through food. From immigrants finding home in a new country to locals turning cafés into community hubs, these are stories of hustle, resilience, and heart. Food isn’t just about what’s on the table - it’s about connection, belonging, and building something meaningful from scratch.

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41 episodes

  1. From the wrong website: Proper 41:49
  2. From barista to president: Demetres 1:12:07
  3. From a second act: Honey’s 37:29
  4. From nine years old: Wanda’s Pie in the Sky 56:27
  5. From a road trip through Italy: Pasta Privato 39:59
  6. From a story in a book: Bobbette & Belle 42:46
  7. From a mother’s backyard: BEAR Steak Sandwiches 38:46
  8. From feeding friends: RASA, SARA & Chop Hop 41:53
  9. From shared techniques: David Schwartz 42:36
  10. From dining in the dark: O'Noir 33:38
  11. From a bigger idea of home: Cafe Belem 40:37
  12. From the million dollar question: Barque BBQ 26:17
  13. From baking for fun: Andrea’s Cookies 34:07
  14. From carrying on a legacy: Golden Turtle 44:38
  15. From celebrating individuality: Lake Inez 58:00
  16. From a friendly bond: Good Behaviour 55:30
  17. From the storefront below: Nonna Lia’s 39:09
  18. From a high school friendship: Bar Ape 42:23
  19. From a dreamer of a dad: Mezes 59:37
  20. From common ground: Conejo Negro 34:41
  21. From a respect for traditional flavours: PAI 49:02
  22. From a hole-in-the-wall dream: Gio Rana’s Really Really Nice Restaurant 1:01:57
  23. From a passion for hospitality: Burger Drops 51:07
  24. From dreaming about keys to a shop: Primrose Bagel 40:56
  25. From Toronto’s mosaic: 416 Snack Bar 43:10
  26. From a dog park: Tiny Market Co. 48:23
  27. From a family email: Reid's Distillery 40:58
  28. From a brotherly bond: Rosie’s Burgers 34:09
  29. From a dozen to a thousand: Circles and Squares 43:13
  30. From a natural wine rave: Grape Witches 34:26
  31. From a batch of 300 cupcakes: Short & Sweet Bakeshop 35:05
  32. From the back of house: Romi's 41:08
  33. From culture to craft: Jrew Creations 43:11
  34. From a grandmother’s love: Nani’s Gelato 28:13
  35. From down under: Found Coffee 41:16
  36. From a bike around Toronto: Craig’s Cookies 36:17
  37. From pizzeria roots: Piano Piano 33:47
  38. From a grandparent's farm: Lazy Daisy's 23:32
  39. From a mother’s kitchen: Maha’s 42:23
  40. From a boxing arena: Sugo 31:14
  41. From a belief in brunch: Mildred’s Temple Kitchen 31:23