Evan Funke, former chef/owner of Bucato, recently embarked upon his next adventure as chef at Venice Beach’s new hit restaurant, Felix. Known as a master of handmade pasta, Funke draws inspiration from his trips to Italy as well as California produce.

What hooked you on cooking?

            What most caught my attention was the physical and creative outlet of cooking.

The coolest example of science in your food?

            Fermentation in the bread making process. 

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