When Head Chef Jake Finn first opened Cinder, he built its reputation on a simple, primal element: live-fire cooking.
Taking the heat, smoke, and intensity of open flame and turning it into refined, precise dining, Jake quickly captured the hearts, and appetites, of local food lovers. Building on that success, he expanded his culinary footprint with No. Forty Nine, bringing a fresh, welcoming neighborhood perspective to the local dining scene.
For this week’s Stories we sat down with Chef Jake Finn to discuss the journey from fire to bistro, the pivotal lessons learned along the way, and the personal stories that shape every plate.
Watch the full video interview to get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look into the kitchen.
