Join us as we dive into the inspiring story of Chef Lucas McKinney, a Mississippi-born culinary talent who found his calling in the heart of Houston. Not long ago, Lucas was cooking at Jimmy Kimmel’s South Fork Lodge in Idaho, immersed in the natural beauty and appreciative atmosphere created by co-owners Jimmy Kimmel and fishing guide Oliver White. Despite an open invitation to return, Lucas felt a strong pull towards a new opportunity in Houston where he proposed a unique dining concept blending Southern coastal cooking with the city’s vibrant international flavors. In this video, we explore how Lucas embraced his roots and culinary skills to transform the former Izakaya location into Josephine’s Gulf Coast Tradition, offering an innovative menu that resonates with his heritage and the dynamic Houston food scene.

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