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10/12/2026

SOUP SEASON SUNDAYS EPISODE 02

TOMATO BASIL BISQUE & GRILLED CHEESE

Sunday’s soup showed up on Monday again… apparently Chef Zay is still getting the hang of this content creation schedule!

But one thing about me: The commitment doesn’t change just because the process gets challenging.

This week, we’re taking a comfort food classic & giving it The Gourmet Way treatment.

Rich tomato basil bisque, layers of savory flavor, fresh ingredients & a grilled cheese sandwich that makes the perfect companion.

Simple ingredients. Professional techniques. Exceptional flavor.

With over 20 years of culinary experience, I’m excited to share more of my craft while continuing to develop my skills behind the camera.

The goal isn’t perfection. It’s progression, consistency & creating something worth coming back for.

Soup Season Sundays is about more than recipes.

It’s an opportunity to experience the creativity, passion & culinary expertise behind Zay’s Gourmet Way.

Whether you’re looking for professionally prepared weekly meals, private dining, catering or a customized culinary experience, I’m bringing that same dedication to every plate.

Cleveland & Northeast Ohio let’s eat The Gourmet Way.

Now I have a question…

Are you dipping your grilled cheese into the tomato bisque, or eating them separately?

Drop your answer in the comments.

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24 Sundays. 24 Soups. One Gourmet Way.

10/12/2026

AT THIS POINT, THE BLOOPERS MIGHT NEED THEIR OWN SERIES.

Two weeks into Soup Season Sundays & apparently I’ve mastered the art of making soup faster than I’ve mastered recording myself making it.

Over 20 years in the culinary industry, but this content creation business is a whole different kitchen!

Between the retakes, camera adjustments, forgotten lines & unexpected comedy, I’m learning something new every week.

But here’s the thing…

I’m not waiting until everything looks perfect to put myself out there.

Building Zay’s Gourmet Way means embracing the process, staying consistent & being willing to laugh at myself along the way.

The culinary experience is there. The creativity is there. The passion is there.

The production skills? We’re working on those!

SOUP SEASON SUNDAYS — EPISODE 02

Another week. Another soup. Another collection of bloopers nobody asked for!

The official cooking episode drops MONDAY!

In the meantime, enjoy another behind-the-scenes look at Chef Zay attempting to get through an introduction without turning it into a comedy special.

Follow Zay’s Gourmet Way for weekly recipes, behind-the-scenes content & a closer look at the chef behind the business.

Cleveland & Northeast Ohio
Private Chef | Catering | Meal Prep | Customized Culinary Experiences

The food is serious. The journey doesn’t always have to be.

10/09/2026

Comfort food never goes out of style. The ex*****on is what makes the difference.

Soup Season Sundays returns with Episode 2, featuring Roasted Tomato Basil Bisque paired with a golden, buttery Grilled Cheese.

Rich roasted tomatoes, fresh basil & layers of flavor come together for a classic combination with the Zay’s Gourmet Way touch.

Episode 2 premieres Sunday, October 11.

Follow Zay’s Gourmet Way, turn on your notifications & join us as we continue bringing culinary creativity, technique & over 20 years of professional kitchen experience straight to your screen.

The question is simple: Are you dipping your grilled cheese or eating it separately?

10/07/2026

Your schedule is packed. Your meals should be handled.

Colorful vegetables, seasoned proteins & sauces that bring every bite together. This is how we do meal prep at Zay’s Gourmet Way.

I bring over 20 years of culinary experience to meals made for your busy week so you can spend less time cooking & more time taking care of business.

Cleveland & Mayfield Heights: DM “MEALS” for the current menu & ordering details.

Follow Zay’s Gourmet Way for weekly menus, behind-the-scenes prep & Soup Season Sundays.

Meet Max—my number one son & a big part of Zay’s Gourmet Way.He shows up, works hard & brings personality wherever he go...
10/06/2026

Meet Max—my number one son & a big part of Zay’s Gourmet Way.

He shows up, works hard & brings personality wherever he goes. If you’ve been watching Soup Season Sundays, he’s the young man behind the camera helping Dad bring it to life.

Max, I know I push you, but I want you to hear this just as clearly: I see your effort. I appreciate your support. I love your kind heart & I’m proud of who you are right now.

Matching chef coats, shared memories & my boy by my side. I love you, son.

10/05/2026

SOUP SEASON SUNDAYS IS OFFICIALLY HERE.

After the bloopers, retakes, editing & figuring this content thing out along the way… Episode 1 is finally LIVE.

We’re kicking off the season with a cold-weather classic:

New England Style Clam Chowder

Rich, creamy, hearty & built from scratch as I take you inside the kitchen to see how Chef Zay does it The Gourmet Way.

This series is bigger than just sharing recipes. Every Sunday, I’m opening up my kitchen to showcase my craft, techniques & creativity while giving you a closer look at what Zay’s Gourmet Way can bring to your table.

Private Chef Experiences | Catering | Meal Prep | Special Events | Customized Menus

Cleveland & Northeast Ohio

Episode 1 also taught me something important: start before everything is perfect. The production will get better. The editing will get better. The episodes will get better. But none of that happens without putting the first one out.

So here we go.

24 Sundays. 24 Soups. One Gourmet Way.

If you watched, tell me below:

What soup needs to make the Soup Season Sundays lineup?

Follow Zay’s Gourmet Way, save this episode & share it with somebody who takes their soup seriously.

10/05/2026

From the kitchen to opportunities I once could only imagine.

I had the opportunity to work for Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders, & moments like this remind me that every long shift, every sacrifice & every lesson in this industry has been building toward something bigger.

Zay’s Gourmet Way isn’t just about great food. It’s about professionalism, consistency, excellence & being prepared when opportunity walks through the door.

The journey continues. The standard keeps rising.

10/05/2026

Y’all only see the finished product…

Nobody warned me that becoming a content creator was gonna be harder than making the damn soup.

A few technical difficulties, forgotten lines & questionable takes later… Episode 1 is ALMOST READY.

SOUP SEASON SUNDAYS
The food is serious.
The chef… occasionally.

Episode 1: New England Clam Chowder coming up next!

10/02/2026

SOUP SEASON SUNDAYS ARE HERE!
Starting Sunday, October 4th, Chef Zay is bringing the heat every Sunday with a new soup from Zay’s Gourmet Way.
For the next 24 Sundays, I’ll be taking you inside the kitchen showing you how I build bold flavors, apply professional techniques & turn classic, trending & globally inspired soups into something done The Gourmet Way.
We’re kicking off Episode 1 with a classic: New England Clam Chowder.
But this series is about more than soup. It’s your opportunity to see what Zay’s Gourmet Way can bring to your private dining experience, meal prep, catering, special event or customized menu.
Follow Zay’s Gourmet Way now so you don’t miss Episode 1 this Sunday.
& tell me in the comments: What soup do YOU want Chef Zay to make this season?
24 Sundays. 24 Soups. One Gourmet Way.

03/03/2026

Had a great weekend at the All-Star CLEVELAND fitness expo!!

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