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Kate Telfeyan
Chef & operator
Kate Telfeyan is a chef and former co-owner of Porcelain, a restaurant located in Ridgewood, Queens, New York. She has had a diverse career in the restaurant industry, spanning various roles and experiences.12
Career Highlights
Restaurant Experience::
- Chef and co-owner of Porcelain from March 2021 to June 20233
- Previously worked as a line cook at Ganso, a now-closed ramen restaurant in Brooklyn2
- Served as head chef at the Bushwick location of Mission Chinese Food1
Other Industry Roles::
- Worked in public relations and restaurant operations1
- Currently serves as Culinary Director at Parcelle wine, a position she has held since March 20243
Porcelain Restaurant
Telfeyan became co-owner and chef of Porcelain in the spring of 2021, transforming it from an all-day Austrian café into an exciting culinary destination.14 The restaurant featured:
- Korean breakfast sets
- Crispy lamb sandwiches for lunch
- Nori fried pork chops and triple chile yuba for dinner
Her cooking style at Porcelain was described as eclectic, singular, and "Vaguely Asian," blending various Asian culinary influences.1
Culinary Philosophy
Telfeyan is known for her commitment to improving the restaurant industry and creating a positive work environment. She emphasizes:
- Accountability in restaurant ownership and operations
- Creating sustainable business models in the restaurant industry
- Supporting and nurturing restaurant staff1
Media Presence
Telfeyan has been vocal about issues in the food industry:
- Wrote an article for the New Republic critiquing food media's role in creating "monsters in the kitchen"
- Advocates for more journalistic approaches to food writing2
Kate Telfeyan's unique perspective, combining industry experience with a critical eye towards its practices, has made her a notable figure in the New York restaurant scene.
