FoodCrush

It might be time to give up the quest for "authentic" food: A chat with Daniel Jacobs and Dan Van Rite of Dandan, EsterEv & Fauntleroy

January 16, 2019 OnMilwaukee, Lori Fredrich, Matt Mueller, Dan Jacobs, Dan Van Rite Episode 15
FoodCrush
It might be time to give up the quest for "authentic" food: A chat with Daniel Jacobs and Dan Van Rite of Dandan, EsterEv & Fauntleroy
Show Notes

What is authenticity? It's a word that, by its very definition means "real" or "genuine." It's a word that makes sense when you're discussing an iconic painting, a Prada bag or an athletic jersey. But is it a realistic term to use to describe food? We sat down with Dan Jacobs and Dan Van Rite (co-owners of Batches, Dandan and Fauntleroy), two chefs whose cuisine has gone under fire for its authenticity (or lack thereof) to ponder the notion of authenticity. Does it exist? Does it matter? Or should we all just sit back, relax and enjoy a bit more of that delicious food?