Episode

Niki Nakayama Cooked Lobster for Spielberg

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Chef's Table: Talks
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Mar 16, 2026
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3826
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Summary

Chef, restaurateur, and Chef’s Table Season 1 star Niki Nakayama is here this week! David and Niki talk about the 15th anniversary of her Michelin-starred restaurant n/naka, her iconic uni dish getting shown on billboards, why customers ask to eat in her parking lot, how to navigate marriage with your cooking partner, Niki’s trip to Jiro’s sushi bar, and so much more. Niki IG: https://www.instagram.com/nikinakayama/ Follow Chef’s Table on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefstableofficial/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices