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[@michaelnavarrete-tw9pu]

She's a boss. Professional, confident, collected and full of care. Sous chefs take note.

[@Daddiemoney]

Exactly that’s why her restaurant is so successful

[@dayveda3736]

Nah not a boss. Willy Woke Broke 🎉

[@osmondgo8362]

I was fortunate enough to dine here as a walk-in last year. I came 20 minutes before opening (already a long line) and waited another 20 minutes before getting seated. Everything is A+++: the food, concept, hospitality, vibes, interactions with the team. The dishes felt like a gift. I still think about the curried goat patties with green aioli now and again.

[@TLBxFinds]

so you can show-up last minute and get a spot if you're lucky ?

[@osmondgo8362]

@@TLBxFinds That was last year, I don't know about now. I don't live in NYC unfortunately.

[@mingi1489]

@@TLBxFinds As they're way more popular now most likely not

[@SapeckBento]

Bom

[@codycurtin2295]

what's the price sitch?

[@TeamPerry5]

I don’t know where they find these people, but never stop! I love these! It’s cool to see the chefs personality to shine through their food!

[@lukebussey5218]

They find them at restaurants

[@trooper1972]

Personality do not shine , let alone on food .

[@H9550-i7l]

No jewelry in kitchen that is a food safety hazard

[@dtmurray4]

"I don't know how they find these people!" a video about the most popular and sought after restaurant in NYC

[@bryanmorales1408]

@@dtmurray4😂😂

[@ZappayaZappayo]

If you are a restaurant owner and you come across a chef like Kamat, you NEVER let them go. Absolute beast and great attitude

[@Calicapenergy88]

She is the type of leader we need in all jobs. I would love to have her as my supervisor

[@shesaidsomething1]

I thought that too! Her efficiency, attention to detail and clear instructions are traits that many managers could learn.

[@jessicacantu3394]

Her confidence is through the roof. I love how she owns what she does.

[@SnewpTD]

The fact that morale was top 3 things says a lot. Later in the video she was passing by another cook and said "sorry chef" shows she respects her crew. That's it.

[@rosscasey3352]

finally a famaous place where the food looks like food and not some like liquid nitrogen hershey kiss sized bs.

[@sarahkim5428]

😂

[@sarahkim5428]

Hahahahaha this!

[@Shinobi91]

Relax 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@BTman58]

😂😂

[@expdwilliams545]

Exactly - she had me at Afro Caribbean. Food has to be real comfort stick to your bones food

[@Tobstar76]

As a Nigerian I appreciate seeing our native egusi and iru presented in such an upscale manner. It takes a certain level of creativity to do that, this is brilliant! 💯

[@suenoslucidos3899]

Egusi is so underrated it took me 26 years to discover it as a non-Nigerian person lol

[@AckeeandSaltfish]

The egusi dumpling tastes great.. just enough egusi taste for ppl not used to it .. I wouldn’t mind it being the usual strong flavour tho lol

[@Bishop1104]

She is a REAL executive chef. Very intelligent

[@LoveeNene]

I’ve been to Tatiana’s twice. One of the times with my Supper Club, which allowed me to taste most of the menu. The food is amazing and 100% worth the hype! It’s awesome to see this look into the kitchen. Shoutout to the team!

[@MrsJoliesEaux]

May I know, what is the name of the Supper Club?

[@impulse_xs]

I really love how unpretentious the food is despite how upscale and exclusive this place is.

[@etf42]

56 dollars for oxtails???

[@djwilson91]

@@etf42madness🥴

[@impulse_xs]

@@etf42 I never said it wasn’t expensive…

[@LovelyCooK]

@@etf42 don't forget the tip that goes with it 😂

[@anothertarnishedone5960]

@@etf42 is for sharing. Expensive, but not a madness

[@CrzyGazara]

this is the most calm kitchen I've ever seen.

[@jirawatliw180]

I am so surprise at first I thought she will have bossy attitude but no ,it's so clam and look so organized

Calm, clean and organized!

[@ariesaraya1822]

​@@jirawatliw180I find that when bosses are calmer and gentle, productivity goes up.

[@anthonygrant9969]

True leadership is being able to delegate to other stars. She's a true ambassador. And her leadership is off the charts. Actively setting up her team for wins. She has great forethought. The owner intrigues me. He must be a genius. You can tell these folks care about the details.

[@sabreyes_]

chef Kwame was a force on Top Chef, and as a Top Chef fan i knew on day 1 he was gonna excel no matter what. watch him on Top Chef: California as a contestant and Top Chef: Portland as a judge! :)

[@anthonygrant9969]

@@sabreyes_ on it 🫡

[@shetalksfootball104]

I LOVE Chef Kwame. He was destined for greatness.

[@Sogal60]

I also think true leadership is leading by example by working alongside your team, in conjunction with delegating roles to the appropriate person by their skill level. She showed that in this piece.

[@missbusiness1216]

Indeed...

[@traalmighty2212]

I never wanted to go to a restaurant this much in my life

[@leedaniels7196]

Same here!.

[@quz908]

She's a boss lady in the truest sense of the word. Beautiful to see someone who knows and owns their craft. Her biggest strength is that she sets her team up for success.

[@william8217]

I like how the only thing she actually brags about is the big walk in fridge

[@nikkirockznikkirockz8551]

I'm going to brag on Her, she's a genius!!! 🎉

[@139fulton]

Chef is skilled in all levels in the kitchen

[@pg5016]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@pattiwhite9575]

It was supreme. So well lite. Shelf space perfect for size of containers. Uniformity. So large you can have multiple sections. What a time saving arrangement. Grab and go.

[@pattiwhite9575]

Well did you see what she had to deal with on the freezer she had to chisel out?

[@millertime6]

She’s sharp. Chef Kwame better hope she doesn’t leave!

[@Optim40]

Ahh stop the simpness

[@chomkypanda]

​@@Optim40 dawg y'all incels are wild! Complimenting a woman is simping now? Crazy hours

[@HercadosP]

​@@chomkypandatrue, wanting to get her bones is just natural instinct as a beta

[@jw1967]

@@Optim40why are you the way that you are

[@jzderf]

@@Optim40 What is up with you weirdos

[@n8toriousplaya]

Her commitment to food safety is next level

[@missbusiness1216]

She is an AMAZING team leader...professional, knowledgeable...just perfect!

[@bawintermage8351]

The Food, The Chef, The Kitchen are all positively fantastic. This is the kind of place you actually WANT to dine at. No silly salt gimics, just great food, highly motivated staff and wonderful cuisine. THANKS BON APPETIT

[@ahhh7878]

i feel like your calling out that salt bae guy 😭

[@bawintermage8351]

@@ahhh7878 whatever made you think 🤔 that! 😜

[@ThickCutBacon]

She's such a bright light. Really enjoyed her vibe.

[@step4798]

As an EX Chef, these people know what they are doing! When she says she wants to keep the knife skills that is not something you forget, a bit like riding a bike, but if you are not cutting the food you are not seeing the quality of the product ;)

[@dustymcdust825]

Agreed, I was a national award winning exec chef here in Denver, she not only knows what she is doing she articulated the mechanics so well. I never saw a chef de cuisine set up all the stations before though. That oxtail Demi was perfectly executed.

[@marca4443]

But I asked Keith and that's not gk

[@v.dickson]

You can never be an ex chef whether employed by an establishment or not. Talent stays within you to delight yours and people's tastebuds 😊

[@dustymcdust825]

@@v.dickson I said exec chef, it’s an abbreviation for executive chef which is at the top of the hierarchy within a professional kitchen brigade. Below that is chef de cuisine, executive Sous chef, below that pastry chefs, chef de partie, below that first cook, second cook, third cook, garde manger, etc.

[@VanBoutDat]

@@dustymcdust825she wasn’t replying to you but the the person who made the post who used “Ex Chef” that did come off as if he was a former Chef. I’ve never seen it abbreviated that way, but yours was correct.

[@MelS-o4t]

This young lady is so efficient and knowledgeable. She is a treasure. Hope chef kwame recognizes the gem he has

[@ceoofhenjoyment]

Oh waauww😍😍egusi dumplings and suya that’s truly west African! Mostly Ghana and Nigerian dishes! I’m glad people are enjoying my cultures meals! Well done to the chef and team! Africa to the world✊🏿✊🏿✊🏾🙌🏾

[@thehoneydeev]

Suya is not mainly GH and Nigerian. It’s ALL OF WEST AFRICA + Cameroon !!! I had to respectfully correct actual history vs the mainstream understanding of west Africa. Thank you

[@hiyahiy]

Dumpling are Asian origin

[@Vee-yc5ht]

​@@thehoneydeevthank you!

[@marielle2497]

I love the details! Thanks to the owner for trusting this chef to manage their kitchen this team is literally the best. Their kitchen is so clean and organized and the way they prep the food is amazing! No wonder people want to come back and wait for months just to dine in on this restaurant

[@RandRam]

I love seeing Nigerian food represented this way! Beautiful

[@DovidM-s4c]

It's one of the great cuisines of the world.

[@historiqueafricaine]

It's so creative

[@marcomorosino6081]

Miss Newman she's a force of nature other than a great chef, I wish I could eat at Tatiana's one day

[@BlackSkullArmor]

What a well spoken lady. I wish her and her team the very best

[@slaynab]

As a west African, this is such a daze for me cos most of the ingredients are local ones I grew up with. So lovely to see

[@beabristow2939]

Halfway through this I was inspired to go cook some food for myself. So I’m sitting down the watch the rest with a fried egg sandwich. The height of cuisine indeed.

[@democracyforever5391]

Swanky restaurant in a swanky location (Lincoln Center). I ate there and the food was excellent and the service friendly, efficient and not overbearing. The restaurant 's decor is stunningly modern without going overboard.

[@SarahR5338]

The two times I saw chef Kwame on Top Chef, Tom and Gail,in particular, just did NOT understand his food. I'm glad it is being recognized on the stage it is.

[@YouAreDreamingRightNow]

💯💯💯 i do find it interesting that with all of that money and opportunity to travel that most of those chefs on fn have very limited palates.

[@livingfinance]

@@YouAreDreamingRightNowAsian and European cuisine dominates the restaurant industry. African food has amazing food, but because Africans don’t have a high level of visibility in the restaurant business that’s probably why.

[@fajarsetiawan8665]

a black-owned fine dining restaurant??? KEEP IT UP!!!!

[@cheques_appeal]

Inequality is manufactured. Leave black people alone and watch them excel

[@phillygirl1984]

Look closely ❤

[@KGarn]

@@phillygirl1984 Black-owned, last I checked --

[@topzoe4761]

Afro carribean

[@TigerBay44]

Canje in Austin is another I believe ❤💯⚡️

[@markfrank9230]

That person really knows her business, love to see people at the top of their game.

[@ariananardella5171]

She had me at the huge vat of onions cooking in palm oil 😍Doesn't matter what specific dish is the end result, that's a delicious foundation!

[@YouAreDreamingRightNow]

i could smell it through the screen, yum!

[@philaman1972]

Wow! This woman is incredibly intelligent, articulate, confident, and above all else she cares about the final product. In a nutshell, she is irreplaceable!

[@NOPENONAH]

280 cover average is a deeeeeep operation. Bravo!! I’m FOH and I love nothing more than an efficient, passionate BOH.

[@musicwithatwist3295]

The level of professionalism is impressive and I am sure they are working daily to increase said level as they continue on this culinary journey.

[@SK-nh9gh]

Without fail in these videos, the chefs are so comfortable and amazing in front of the camera. How do you do it? Your production teams must be awesome.

[@marthaoschwald2790]

My ex is West African and the food is largely unknown outside of the region. Way to share this food culture!

[@isobel64]

lol theres nigeerian resturants eerywhere

[@livingfinance]

Technically it’s not unknown, you see west African cuisines all across the Americas, the problem is western countries tend to downplay African influence in cuisine and overrate Asian and European cuisine.

[@noire9601]

Not unknown. If you know, you know!

[@mimisalvator]

I am always in for the " Bon Appetite ". Videos like these are usually bland. However, Upon clicking and seeing this lady, I was absolutely captivated by the passion in her presence. It is so obvious that she is proud. And that made me smile for her! Woot Woot! You go!

[@ashtonmendez9366]

Thank you for shining lights on the life of these chefs everyday ❤

[@artbysheebastudio]

Gosh every part of this woman’s experience seeps through- she loves her food❤ Gosh it would be a treat to see her cook and explain as she does

[@aaldaraca3]

@ Chef Kwame give her a raise! phenomenal woman!

[@CharliesPrincess]

I started working as a personal chef.... Watching someone like her is so inspiring ❤

[@faith_friend]

And how is it?

[@Travel_plus_adventure]

Excellent food. Not as expensive as i expected. The oxtail and the egusi dumplings as well as the curry goat patties were standouts.

[@dantebrosia]

yeah, i was surprised when i saw the price for the small share!!

[@carolelizabethowens2661]

This chef du cuisine clearly delivers excellence within the context of professionalism.

[@omnib.135]

This is what passion looks like in real time! She is the perfect person for the role ❤❤️❤️ kudos to her and the team!

[@Dasalsim]

Finally a restaurant made to match the current prices of Oxtail...lmao

[@CannonKaylaSam1]

She’s amazingly well spoken and knows what she’s talking about ! This is really encouraging frrr!

[@nikkirockznikkirockz8551]

It's noT rare to see a Well-spoken Black woman, the guys are often mush mouths and uneducated buT the sistahs are the Opposite!!! ❤

[@daisykid3]

They're so organized, so professional!! I love seeing a well run kitchen!!!

[@diopfifi4937]

You have to be.

[@sadejasmin]

I LOVE her spirit. She is a true embodiment of leadership excellence. 💖👏🏾

[@dawngreene6145]

I love her !! Shes all about giving you the best experience. She also is so cognizant of fellow employees. True Boss 💕💕 the food sounds delicious ❤

[@Oristarz]

Growing up learning about cooking and different systems in restaurants when it comes to the kitchen, and to see such a diverse team in the kitchen is so refreshing to see and I think just looking at how they handled the food they put so much passion into their job, I love that for them. Great video.

[@Sheba_316]

This was so well presented, professional lady and hard worker. Great leadership skills and knowledgeable about her menu.

[@susanhall3628]

I am not sure what I just watched as it’s all so new to me, but it looks and seems very fabulous. She’s amazing.

[@TheBeautifulMynd]

She really does a great job!!! I was impressed 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@judithlondongal1817]

I love to see a behind the scenes of all the intricacies involved in a restaurant like Tatiana. I went February of last year (2023), just few months after they opened. Didn’t have reservations but got there 4:30 and sat at the bar. The staff, service is so attentive and wonderful. I had the curry goat patties, crab ration dumplings and Oxtail stew. All delicious. The menu is inspired, so folks shouldn’t expect their family recipe style dishes. The best part, I even got to meet Chef Kwame as I was leaving!

[@meshap.8713]

This is what real leadership, a real Kitchen Manager, and a boss looks like. Salute!!

[@jjlad5037]

That's crazy!!!! Five Star production. When so many restaurants now just heat-up food that's made off site, it's refreshing to see an establishment that takes so much pride in their cuisine.

[@remimartinsareola4773]

She’s a Gem! An hard worker with great spirits 💛

[@refigee8752]

Some of the dishes resemble traditional delicacies in Botswana. It'd be great to dine at this restaurant one day

[@JessieJohn-sc6tx]

Neither genius, fame, nor love show the greatness of the soul. Only kindness can do that.

[@NatTeeVee]

Love her movements in the kitchen and throughout the restaurant. Very strategic mind.

[@edjack1993]

Ok, so this is on My List 😋

[@IAMTOYAALISHA]

Everything looks amazing and I can tell the whole team loves what they do!!! We thank you!!! All hero’s don’t wear capes 🎉

[@muyi5796]

such a great video - a wonderful introduction to the inner workings of the resto, chef is outstanding

[@joe651dzd]

She’s a dream and I wish her the best and biggest and brightest future of all!

[@PassiveAgressive319]

She is def one to watch in the future.

[@carolelizabethowens2661]

She is surely one to watch NOW.

[@spacecowboy07723]

that was crazy indepth, she really is a pro boss and not just a chef

[@Sasha-yg2ng]

Amazingly organised and very very clean! My kind of kitchen👌

[@soundous.boualam]

Give this woman a raise!

[@brianmoody2549]

The team is who gets the food ready for the chefs to start cooking,as long as everyone understands there job . and the chefs and everyone else works as a team,they show a lot of respect love heart understanding for their customers to do their best and get out the best possible dish for the customers to enjoy,when coming to eat.

[@chanelnoelle4127]

It really shows. Tatiana was fantastic. Will definitely be back again.

[@porcheh9853]

I came to NYC for a conference and tried to set a reservation for one. They said since it was just me to just come in. When I came the hostess acted so snobby. They told me I could stand and eat. In Louboutins, that’s a no. In Southern, that’s an heck no. I sat at the bar. Outside of the hostess, everyone else was friendly and the food was delicious. Need to plan another trip to NYC to go back soon.

[@shetalksfootball104]

This vid was GREAT! She is fierce, warm and focused. Shes a diamond. I LOVE Chef Kwame. Tatiana's is a well-oiled machine.

[@justjoan4010]

Very impressive Kamat! I love how you manage the restaurant and colleagues with such respect. I had no idea what it took to prepare and run a restaurant. Everyone MUST be on board to do what you need them to do. Awesome job young lady. Bravo to you in delivering your boss’s vision. Bravo. 🎉 I celebrate you and your team. 🎉

[@MikelWash]

I waited so long to eat at tatiana by the time i got my reservation I had a family and was broke

[@jordanboykin5206]

Lmaooooooooo

[@rubywedderburn9487]

This is the comment I was waiting for 🤩😋🤩🤣🤣👍🤣🤣

[@bluesque9687]

Lol

[@WhatsyourIQ1]

😂😂🎉

[@MariePriss]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@margaretjackson7953]

Oh yes, you are absolutely an wonderful spokeswoman, I enjoyed this peak inside this fabulous restaurant, thank you 😉🙏🏽

[@JeffEva-q3j]

The thoughts we choose to think are the tools we use to paint the canvas of our lives.

[@RitchieB]

Comments section passed the vibe test. Lots of love and appreciation.

[@bodyandsoulinconstanttrans9190]

plz do longer videos!!! Could watch the same restaurant for hours :)

[@YouAreDreamingRightNow]

i wanted to see the people's reactions as they ate!

[@greennoeyes2024]

One word -- OUTSTANDING!!!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Prestrev1010]

Spent a NYE here, and it was amazing, food, vibe,people, everything, perfect and dope

[@georgeannekaufman4867]

She's an inspiration. I bet the "Big Boss" is thrilled to have her.

[@pattiwhite9575]

Very impressed with the timing and organization of it all. I really appreciate the very well lite walk in refrigerator.

[@kimh7978]

She was amazing to watch. Very much self-assured. I would love to experience an evening at Tatiana's. Chef Kwame is my favorite of all the years that I've watched Top Chef. I'm happy for his elevation in the restaurant industry.

[@yolandatubin8126]

Love Kamat true professional ❤ employees like her harder to find nowadays. Hope she is paid accordingly and appreciated…

[@pbenson56fran]

This woman is so organized which is great.....Knowing all of this that and everything....Plus the Chef trust her which is great.....I love the fact she works and treats people with respect. Neither does she want to be a queen and do nothing......I love that and thanks Bon Appetit.....

[@MB-go6uy]

I have been able to eat here TWICE. Basically here's how I describe it... this might very well the heaven people actually go to.

[@annlgray1512]

She’s pure leadership platinum! 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@dxwallace55]

Love how you handle yo' business Sista'......

[@YouAreDreamingRightNow]

💯💯💯

[@hollydisanto9148]

Truly awesome. To see such love put into each dish. Hope chef K. Appreciates the dedication , focus and commitment of his team. “ carrying out his vision “ 🙏🏼yum yum. My mouth is watering. 😊

[@takaria83]

ASIAN Dumpling being used in the African kitchen. Pretty nice ;)

[@roxanaescobar5645]

All I can say is that she really loves and admires chef kwame (pardon the spelling) 😊❤

[@Molwey69]

Paul Allen could get a table for two this evening.

[@Pao_Pao_1]

This woman is the full package ❤

[@DaneeDivine]

Amazing! It's like The Bear noir. I love that show. By the look of it I would love this place. I hope to snag a res some day soon. 😊

[@IsabelJames-o8w]

So quick and efficient 😊 neat and accessible! No unnecessary words or movements.