The Life of a "High End" Texas Ranch Cook
About this episode
Katie Barker shares her journey from corporate life to becoming a high-end ranch cook specializing in wild game dishes.
Discover how Katie Barker transitioned from corporate to crafting exquisite wild game dishes while hunting across the U.S. and leading the high-end outdoor culinary scene. This episode explores her journey, culinary tips, and the thrill of creating memorable meals in remote ranch settings.In this episode: Katie's background and shift from IT/Healthcare to culinary arts How her hunting experiences inspired her cooking style The unique challenges and rewards of cooking wild game for hunters Creative recipe ideas like orange turkey, dove breakfast pizza, and zebra steaks Tips for working solo as a mobile chef in remote locations Building her client base through social media and word of mouth Balancing high-end expectations with affordability in outdoor culinary services Future plans including a cookbook and expanding her culinary brand Our Sponsors: * Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code NFC for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.com * Check out Troll Co Clothing and use my code NFC25 for a great deal: https://www.trollco.com/chronicles Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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