Episode 079 - "I like steak!"

Episode 079 - "I like steak!"

From Cheftimony by Graham MacLennan

March 20, 2026 · 42 min · Season 7

About this episode

In this episode, Graham MacLennan explores the allure of steakhouses with guests from Las Vegas.

It’s easy to explain why I love a good steak… but how to explain a love for the steakhouse itself? Why are so many of us, me included, drawn to a restaurant that showcases an item we can cook at home; a restaurant that doesn’t break much new ground in cooking; and a restaurant that can be very expensive? It’s a question I’ve pondered for a good long while but haven’t been able to answer. I turned to some friends. Friends who love steakhouses and who love the steakhouses in a very steakhouse-friendly city, Las Vegas. Episode 079 is the first of the steakhouse-exclusive episodes of the Cheftimony Podcast. Starting us off strong, my three guests today are a lawyer, a butcher and a chef. Each loves Las Vegas, and they all share insight into just why the steakhouse appeals. Dayvid Figler is a Vegas-based lawyer, podcast host and steakhouse enthusiast. Over the years, Dayvid and I have shared views on food on each other's podcasts, and I'm delighted to welcome him back to Cheftimony. Nick Hermann is a professional butcher and one half (his wife Allie being the better half) of The Dope Life , a very fun look at what’s great in Las Vegas. Nick knows the cuts of beef you should order…

People in this episode

Host: Graham MacLennan

Guests: Dayvid Figler, Nick Hermann, James Trees

Topics covered

  • steakhouses
  • Las Vegas dining
  • food culture
  • restaurant experiences
  • cooking at home

Keywords

  • steak
  • steakhouse
  • Las Vegas
  • food podcast
  • cooking
  • restaurant
  • butcher
  • chef

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Dope Life

Books & works: High Steaks

Places: Las Vegas

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