How Master Chef Kyle Connaughton Runs a 3 Michelin Star Restaurant in Wine Country — Mise en Place

Three-Michelin-starred California Wine Country destination SingleThread is known for making intricate dishes using produce from their farm that gets picked the morning that the kitchen prepares it. With his team, chef Kyle Connaughton curates a tasting menu that includes mushi nabe black cod, anago shime, Duclair duck, and more.

Credits:
Producer: Daniel Geneen
Directors: Daniel Geneen, Connor Reid
Camera: Connor Reid, Jay Simms
Editor: Michael Buell

Executive Producer: Stephen Pelletteri
Development Producer: Ian Stroud
Supervising Producer: Stefania Orrù
Associate Producer: Julia Hess
Audience Development: Terri Ciccone, Frances Dumlao, Avery Dalal
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[ossiaigbedo]

I always thought farm to table was obnoxious but when he said it’s our duty to showcase the hard work of the farmers, they work on it for months we have to ace it one day. Shows massive respect.

[ncsbert]

My man was super prepped for that "we like to get our ducks in a row" line.

[sjaakverkade]

I love watching these videos while eating a bowl of $1 instant ramen.

[alina]

This guy is the real deal. He looks at every facet of the restaurant and gives it meaning and purpose. A true visionary.

[rileyfrank]

The produce and farm to table aspect of this restaurant is so fascinating. Not to mention that the team dynamic of this kitchen very efficient. The food looks pretty good too!

[theredman]

It is cool that even the head chefs participate in the cleaning process. It’s clear that for this kitchen and restaurant, it’s about providing a holistic experience for the guests and not reinforcing unnecessary kitchen hierarchies

[pedroferreira]

This was one of my favorite episode of this series. The amount of respect and appreciation for the products, gastronomic culture and also for the client is mind-blowing! We often see these degustation menus with smaller portions which makes absolute sense due to the amount of dishes served, but SingleThread has actually really generous serving portions for a restaurant of this calibre.

[mateo...]

Mise en Place and Omakase are the best food series on YouTube. And it's not even close

[zuzu]

Their systems and organisation is fascinating. the staff looks lovely too

[Tollerah]

In a very unique fashion, this head chef/owner, really encapsulated what it means to be a great chef. I can't help but be incredibly moved about how he talks about his courses and experience. It really does feel like what a premier chef represents. He is directing that kitchen and those other incredibly talented chefs to create delicious food that perfectly represents the environment that they exist in. Like he said, the season, the DAY itself. The creativity and artistry is absolutely incredible. I'll have to go and visit them.

[michaelchang]

Was fortunate enough to dine here with my family and it was the best meal of my life! The wine pairing/knowledge and service was impeccable. Our tasting menu was very Japanese focused, everything was delicious

[daniellerienas]

I had an incredible dining experience here, arguably the best Michelin experience I've had, in January 2020 - it was fascinating to see these chefs work so hard to bring it all to life in this video! Bravo!

[evj]

That “on the fly” decision to add the tomato component speaks volumes about the Chef’s confidence in his team’s passion.

[watadrinker]

Love these videos, finally a kitchen shows their cleaning process. I have expected half of these high end kitchens to have cleaning staff, nice to see how this restaurant approaches it!

[AdvocteTruth]

The beauty of the presentation, the balance of the ingredients, the perfection of the ambience it's a restaurant committed to creating a truly amazing Culinary Experience.

[djungelskog]

Man I love people who love what they do, this episode is just another one of the examples of people putting their passion for their craft to good use.

[TheJamesawesome]

I always loved the idea of farm to table and great to see that even high end resturants are doing with such passion! Love mise en place as always!

[Belznis]

Fine example of why you have to appreciate what they do. The work, the passion, you can see why this restaurant has the stars. Fascinating to watch a team like that working synchronized.

[wallacepragnell]

The quality of this content, its subject and its message are soo good. Well done Eater!

[kalui]

Looks like a highly motivated and educated crew- I'd want them to make my meal for sure