🍴 CHEF’S FIRE. Talent gets you started. Obsession takes you further. But it’s fire and vision that forges a true chef. Mike Lata , James Beard Award-winning chef and founder of Charleston’s celebrated FIG and The Ordinary , didn’t just build restaurants — ...he's built a legacy grounded in passion, resilience, and relentless pursuit of excellence. In this conversation, Mike shares what few ever see behind the plate: 🔥 The brutal early years most don't survive. 🔥 The moment he considered quitting — and what pushed him through. 🔥 The deep personal standards that light every dish, every service, every dream. This isn’t just about food. It’s about craft . Vision. Heart. And the fire it takes to build something that lasts. ----- Follow Mike on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikelata Eat at his incredible restaurants: FIG - https://eatatfig.com/ The Ordinary - https://eattheordinary.com/ ----- Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben Fanning Speaking and Training inquires Subscribe to my Youtube channel LinkedIn Instagram Twitter
