Buddha Lo & 2:54

On this episode of Snacky Tunes , Darin sits down with Buddha Lo , executive chef and co-owner of Huso in NYC, and the two-time winner of Top Chef . Buddha shares how he started cooking in his family’s Chinese restaurant in Australia, his journey through London’s top kitchens, what drew him to New York, and how music plays a key role in shaping the vibe at his fine dining spot. Then we dig into the archives with a visit from 2:54 , who stopped by while on tour from London. We chat about their then-new album and their unexpected love of Mexican food—a rare find in the UK then. For those looking to support LA restaurants, check out the Snacky Tunes Substack for donation links and action items. Also, a quick note: if you're looking to support the ongoing relief efforts for the LA fires, World Central Kitchen remains one of the best places to donate. Snacky Tunes: Music is the Main Ingredient, Chefs and Their Music (Phaidon), is now on shelves at bookstores around the world. It features over eighty of the world’s top chefs who share personal stories of how music has been an important, integral force in their lives. The chefs also give personal recipes and curated playlists too. It’s an anthology of memories, meals and mixtapes. Pick up your copy by ordering directly from Phaidon , or by visiting your local independent bookstore. Visit our site, for more info. See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at .

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Buddha Lo & 2:54 is an episode from Snacky Tunes by Heritage Radio Network.

This episode is 01:08:26 long.

This episode was published on May 4, 2025.

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