Christian Alquiza: Hot Ones, Filipino Food, and Raising Kids Without Losing Yourself

World's Greatest Dad with Ali & Neil · Apr 8, 2026 · 1h

Christian Alquiza: chef, culinary producer at First We Feast, host of Hot Kitchen, and creative force behind some of the internet’s boldest food content, joins World’s Greatest Dad for a candid conversation about food, fatherhood, and finding balance after life on the line.Christian opens up about his 17 years in professional kitchens, his Filipino-American roots, and how becoming a dad forced him to rethink success, pressure, and presence. From stepping away from restaurant life to working in food media, launching his own sauce brand, and raising two young kids, Christian shares hard-earned…