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Because of his Indonesian roots, Butch was exposed to traditional Indonesian spices and flavors at a young age, sparking a lifelong love of complex and aromatic spices that is evident in his bold and flavorful dishes.
He's particularly known for hosting last minute (and late night) Indonesian-styled dinner parties. While pushing the limits of spiciness, serving 10 different dishes and spending the whole day in the kitchen, things get mostly a little out of control.
The key to all this are his "secret spice blends" that he keeps locked in a vault, guarded by a team of chili peppers. After years of preserving this precious knowledge, he's now ready to reveal it here.