Best Houston Art Scene Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 395 - Teppay 38:13

2h ago38:13

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On today's podcast Eric is joined by Chelsea Thomas of The Infatuation Houston to talk about some of the latest happenings from the Houston restaurant and bar scene. The pair discuss the owners of Bari Ristorante reportedly taking over day to day operations of Georgia James, the closure of Gratify Neighborhood Bistro, and Chelsea gives her thoughts…

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Norman Van Aken’s Culinary Journey & Legacy 47:52

1h ago47:52

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Today, we delve into the fascinating journey of Chef Norman Van Aken, considered one of the founders of New American Cuisine. A true culinary legend, Van Aken is a pioneer who expertly blends old-world techniques with new-world flavors, coining the term “fusion.” With numerous books, his own Netflix series, and a legacy of inspiring and mentoring m…

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Art Dirt: Eat, Sleep, Work: Talking About Art Residencies 47:15

1h ago47:15

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Leslie Moody Castro and Gabriel Martinez discuss the growing number of residencies in Texas and beyond."It's important to see how other people are solving similar problems in the studio. We learn by example and by seeing people's thought processes and studio techniques. Some of the most rewarding parts of residencies are spending time with people a…

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Episode 394 - Itai Ben Eli and Yotam Dolev of Októ 39:13

5d ago39:13

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On today's episode Eric is joined by Itai Ben Eli and Yotam Dolev of Októ. Itai and Yotam discuss with Eric how Októ fits in with the rest of the Sof Hospitality concepts, what Októ is, the dishes they're developing, the types of techniques they're using that are different from their other concepts, why the want to showcase that Mediterranean food …

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Episode 393 - The Michelin Guide is Coming to Texas, What Does This Mean for the State's Restaurants? 47:26

7h ago47:26

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No news/restaurants of the week on this Tuesday episode, today it's all about the Michelin guide finally coming to Texas. In this special roundtable free flowing discussion of the podcast, Eric is joined by Emmanuel Chavez of Tatemó, RJ Yoakum of Georgie, Ryan Lachaine of Riel, and Misha Govshteyn to discuss what this means for Texas restaurants no…

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Clear Lake Catering: Elevating Your Houston Events 4:18

2h ago4:18

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Elevate your event with our premier Clear Lake catering services. At The Heights Catering, we provide tailored catering solutions with a focus on exceptional quality and service. Whether it's a corporate event or a private gathering, our diverse menu and professional team ensure a memorable dining experience. Contact us today to arrange your Clear …

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Episode 392 - The Ultimate Houston Steakhouse Draft Winner Reveal with Michael Sambrooks of Sambrooks Management 21:40

5h ago21:40

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Time to find out who the winner is of The Ultimate Houston Steakhouse Draft with Michael Sambrooks of Sambrooks Management (Andiron, The Pit Room, & Candente). Michael gives his reasoning as to why selected [redacted] as the winner of the draft as well as give his 2nd and 3rd place finishers, what he thought of the selections all around, what he wo…

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Episode 391 - The Bear Season 3 Spoiler Discussion with Justin Yu 50:32

13d ago50:32

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Finish season 3 of The Bear on Hulu and wanting to talk about it? Well, you're in luck because today's episode is all about The Bear season 3! Eric and special guest Justin Yu dive into a full spoiler discussion about season 3. Eric and Justin give their overall thoughts on the season, how Justin was able to relate to this season, the practicality …

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Episode 390 - The Ultimate Houston Steakhouse Draft 1:06:32

1d ago1:06:32

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If you're thinking "I could really go for a good steak right now, but I don't know where to go" then this is the podcast for you because we're about to highlight a bunch of steakhouses. It's The Ultimate Steakhouse Draft on the podcast today! Listen as Eric, alongside Rafael Nasr, Mary Clarkson, Chelsea Thomas, Aaron Bludorn, and Michael Fulmer mak…

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Arnold Myint: Thai Cuisine and Southern Roots 40:33

4h ago40:33

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Today, I’m excited to talk to Arnold Myint, the talented Chef at The International Market in Nashville. Known for his vibrant personality on Top Chef, Arnold is redefining Thai cuisine by blending modern techniques with traditional Thai flavors. In 2024, he was a semifinalist for the prestigious James Beard Award for Best Chef Southeast, highlighti…

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Delightful Spring Branch Catering: Elevate Your Event 3:39

16h ago3:39

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Elevate your event with exquisite catering services in Spring Branch by The Heights Catering. Whether it's a lavish gala, intimate gathering, or corporate function, our bespoke menus and impeccable service ensure a memorable experience. Discover our culinary offerings and personalized service to make your occasion truly special.…

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Art Dirt: Beheaded Sculptures, Fake Picassos, and Cave Paintings 36:46

2h ago36:46

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Leslie Moody Castro and William Sarradet talk about recent events in the art world including the beheading of a public sculpture, the discovery of the oldest cave art, and fake Picassos in a Tasmanian Museum."I connect with the sentiment of exhibitions as being a site of experimentation and play. I appreciate at some level vaunting art canon as the…

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Episode 389 - Aaron Lyons and Brandi Key of Dish Society & Daily Gather 33:22

9d ago33:22

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On today's podcast Eric is joined by Aaron Lyons and Brandi Key of Dish Society and Daily Gather. The pair speak with Eric about how things have been going at Daily Gather since it opened, how Daily Gather's menu evolved over time, how they're able to stand out in CITYCENTRE, the current rush of restaurants opening in the area, the menu at Dish Soc…

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Discover Premium Office Catering in Houston, TX 2:41

20d ago2:41

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Boost your workplace events with our exceptional office catering services in Houston, TX. The Heights Catering specializes in providing delicious and professional catering for corporate meetings, conferences, and office parties. Impress your clients and colleagues with our diverse menu options and impeccable service.…

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Episode 388 - Blue Tuba and Toca Madera 48:38

16d ago48:38

48:38

Michael Fulmer returns to the podcast to jump into some of the latest headlines making waves in the Houston restaurant and bar scene. Eric and Michael discuss the new piano bar/restaurant concept called The Kennedy taking over the former Muse/Emmaline space, Portillo's announcement that it's bringing 2 more locations to the Houston area, and David …

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Alex Yoon: From Korean Roots to Little Fish Success 52:16

11d ago52:16

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In this episode of Flavors Unknown, we sit down with Chef Alex Yoon, the culinary visionary behind Little Fish, a 16-seat seafood BYOB gem nestled in the Queen Village neighborhood of Philadelphia. Known for its intimate setting and creative seafood dishes, Little Fish has been a local favorite since the 90s. Chef Yoon shares his journey of taking …

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Art Dirt: Discussing Arkansas' "Delta Triennial" 36:20

13d ago36:20

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Jessica Fuentes and William Sarradet discuss the redesign and expansion of the Arkansas Museum of Fine Art and the upcoming "Delta Triennial." "Traditionally, the Delta is a juried exhibition. This year AMFA decided to also have an invitational component. It still functioned as a juried exhibition, anybody could apply that fell within that geograph…

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Episode 387 - Austin Waiter, Felipe Riccio, & June Rodil of The Marigold Club 43:49

16d ago43:49

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Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Austin Waiter, Felipe Riccio, and June Rodil of The Marigold Club. The team behind The Marigold Club speaks with Eric about the influences behind The Marigold Club, how things have evolved with the concept over the past 6 months, why this was the right next move for Austin after Tony's, the road they've gone d…

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Episode 386 - Jonathan's the Rub 35:10

1M ago35:10

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On today's podcast Eric is joined by Chelsea Thomas of The Infatuation Houston to dive into some of the latest happenings from the Houston restaurant and bar scene. Eric and Chelsea discuss the closure of historic Italian restaurant Damian’s Cucina Italiana, both Buffalo Grille locations being acquired by Adair Concepts, and Underbelly Hospitality …

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Episode 220: Texas Music Festival 1:17:40

22d ago1:17:40

1:17:40

The Texas Music Festival Orchestra performs works by Nielsen, Britten, and Bartók.By Joshua Zinn

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Episode 385 - Dawn Burrell of the Sound & Color Dinner Series 27:01

1M ago27:01

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Eric is joined today by Dawn Burrell of the Sound & Color Dinner Series. In her fourth appearance on the podcast she speaks with Eric about what she's been up to as of late, her upcoming Sound & Color dinner series, working with Marcus Samuelsson on a freelance project in Ethiopia, how Marcus helped her following her exit from Late August/Lucille's…

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Episode 219: Mercury Chamber Orchestra 1:34:24

27d ago1:34:24

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Mercury performs works by Mendelssohn and Brahms.By Joshua Zinn

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Episode 384 - Haywire 39:45

25d ago39:45

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On today's edition of the podcast Eric is joined by the Swanky Maven Felice Sloan to discuss the latest happenings from the Houston restaurant and bar scene. The pair discuss Houston's only James Beard Finalist Emmanuel Chavez of Tatemó not winning at this year's awards, the announcement of a 3rd location of The Taco Stand coming this time to Montr…

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JWU’s Dean Evans: A New Era in Culinary Education 52:00

25d ago52:00

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Join us today from JWU as we delve into the transformative world of culinary education with Dean Jason Evans of Johnson & Wales University, Providence, RI. With a unique blend of economics and a visionary approach to food sustainability, Dean Evans is steering JWU towards a future where culinary education intertwines seamlessly with health and nutr…

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Art Dirt: Erin Dorn Of Seven Sisters Gallery 37:49

27d ago37:49

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Brandon Zech talks with Erin Dorn about her experiences working in Houston's art institutions and starting her own gallery, Seven Sisters."It's a relationship-based industry, and being able to anticipate what your clients would like or would respond to and introducing them to new material is part of the cycle that comes with the territory."See rela…

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Episode 383 - Kevin Lee of Phat Eatery 26:36

1M ago26:36

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Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Kevin Lee of Phat Eatery. The pair discuss how things at Phat Eatery have been since Alex Au-Yeung's passing, maintaining a community focus, honoring Alex's legacy, Kevin's career, what brought him to Phat Eatery, when he knew they had something with Phat Eatery, how the restaurant has evolved over the years, …

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Episode 382 - Bar Bludorn 31:51

1M ago31:51

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This week on What's Eric Eating, Eric and this week's co-host Mary Clarkson, owner of Avondale Food & Wine, talk about all the big news, and goings on with the Houston restaurant scene! Including... The modern Vietnamese restaurant Xin Chao closing months after celebrity chef Christine Ha ("MasterChef" winner) left the restaurant. Veteran restaurat…

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Cutting-Edge Wedding Catering Trends in Houston for 2024 2:11

2M ago2:11

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Make your special day unforgettable with The Heights Catering, the premier wedding catering service in Houston. Our team of culinary experts crafts personalized menus featuring gourmet dishes made from the finest ingredients. Whether you envision a grand banquet or an intimate gathering, we ensure each meal is beautifully presented and delicious.…

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Inside LA Food Scene: Rising Star Panel Discussion

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Join us for a special episode of our podcast featuring a dynamic panel discussion that took place during the StarChefs Rising Stars event in Los Angeles. Today, we dive into the heart of the LA food scene with some of its most innovative culinary leaders: Chef Sandra Cordero at Xuntos, Pastry Chef Sherry Yard, Mixologist Ramsey Musk at Accomplice B…

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Art Dirt: What's the Point of Portraiture? 36:40

2M ago36:40

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Inspired by recently unveiled controversial portraits of King Charles III and Catherine, Princess of Wales, Brandon Zech and Gabriel Martinez discuss portraiture's privileged place in art history."For the entire history of portraiture, the goal has been to depict the person as they are because it has been the only way for us to be able to tell how …

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Episode 381 - Chris Williams of Lucille's Hospitality Group 39:24

1M ago39:24

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Chris Williams of Lucille's Hospitality Group returns to the podcast for the first in quite some time. Chris and Eric catch up on the latest happenings with the group. The pair speak about the development of Late August, how things are going with Late August so far, how Chris started working with chef Sergio Hidalgo, the signature elements on the L…

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Episode 380 - Októ Coming Soon, and 'The Fancy' in Galveston 28:43

2M ago28:43

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On today's edition of What's Eric Eating, Eric is joined by Monica Danna to discuss some of the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene. Monica and Eric discuss Doris Metropolitan owners' revealing new plans to open a new Mediterranean restaurant called Októ. Plus, The Clé Group opening an upscale cocktail lounge called Fancy's, that …

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Episode 379 - Roberto Espinosa and Eric Wilkerson of Tacodeli 26:02

2M ago26:02

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Today on the podcast, Eric is joined by Roberto Espinosa and Eric Wilkerson of Tacodeli. The guy speaks with Eric about how they began working together, why Roberto decided tacos was the right route to go, Eric going from Y2K consulting to tacos, the direction they took with their tacos with both traditional/non-traditional options, how they grew t…

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Episode 378 - Dipping Tiger Phở and Tsujita Artisan Noodle 22:23

2M ago22:23

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On today's podcast Eric is joined by Chelsea Thomas of The Infatuation Houston to dive into some of the latest happenings from the Houston restaurant and bar scene. Eric and Chelsea discuss the sudden closure of Love Buzz Pizza Pub, the newly announced second location of Brian Ching's soccer bar Pitch 25, and another newly announced second location…

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From Jail to Chef at Down North Pizza 40:20

2M ago40:20

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Join us today as we explore the compelling narrative of Chef Mike Carter at Down North Pizza in North Philadelphia, where his passion for culinary innovation and social entrepreneurship takes center stage. As a chef who has navigated the journey from incarceration to leading one of Philly’s best pizza restaurants, Mike’s story is a profound testame…

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Houston's Top Wedding Catering Innovations for 2024 1:55

2M ago1:55

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Join us as we uncover the cutting-edge changes in wedding catering in Houston for 2024. Learn about the rise of interactive food stations and the shift towards more communal dining experiences that are setting new standards in the industry. Read More: www.therentalbuddy.com/top-wedding-catering-trends-in-houston-for-2024 For more info visit: thehei…

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Art Dirt: "Problemista": Magical Realism In The Art World 34:43

2M ago34:43

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William Sarradet and Gabriel Martinez discuss the Julio Torres film Problemista and its depiction of the difficulties of succeeding in the contemporary art world."One of my favorite things about art film is that it certainly can follow a conventional narrative arc; it doesn't just have to be talking about Snow White and Prince Charming."If you enjo…

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Episode 377 - Food Writer and TV Host Ali Khan 48:58

2M ago48:58

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Today on the podcast Eric is joined by food writer and TV host Ali Khan. You might recognize Ali from his show Cheap Eats, which ran for 5 seasons on the Cooking Channel, or on shows like Ali vs The Dome, Food Network's Spring Baking Championship, Chopped, The Best Thing I Ever Ate, and more. Ali joins Eric to discuss how his career first started, …

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Episode 376 - Birdie's and Nickel City 29:08

2M ago29:08

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On today's podcast Eric is joined by frequent cohost Mary Clarkson. The pair dive into some of the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including chef Christian Hernandez bringing his new restaurant Barbacana to downtown Houston and country music star Koe Wetzel bringing a new location of his Koe Wetzel's Riot Room to Houston. In t…

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Episode 375 - Michael Posey of Wild Sol 28:11

3M ago28:11

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Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Michael Posey of Wild Sol. Michael speaks with Eric about how he began working with Alex Bregman, why they decided to transition off the Breggy Bomb branding, what Wild Sol is, how Wild Sol is different from other salsas out there on the shelves, how involved Alex and Reagan Bregman's involvement, the flavor d…

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Episode 374 - Late August and The Pit Room 34:57

3M ago34:57

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Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to go through some of the latest happenings from the Houston restaurant and bar scene. The guys discuss Gulf Coast Distillers' announcement that they're taking over the former Buffalo Bayou Brewing Company facility for their Tejas Beer brand, Noble 33 saying their luxury steakhouse Toca Madera w…

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Aaron Bludorn’s Food Tales: From NYC to Houston 31:47

3M ago31:47

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Today I’m talking to Chef Aaron Bludorn. Born in Minneapolis and raised in the Pacific Northwest, he’s known for his refined and personal style. He’s the creative force behind Bludorn Restaurant and Navy Blue, both located in Houston, Texas. You’ll hear about his youthful excursions catching fish in Seattle and his experiences working in some of th…

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Art Dirt: Staffing Changes, New Museums & Other Recent News 29:06

3M ago29:06

29:06

Leslie Moody Castro and Jessica Fuentes discuss new art organizations, the appeal of non-urban spaces, and the many changes occurring at art institutions across the state."There might be more opportunities in these smaller places because there are less restrictions and more space. It will be interesting to see how they continue to build, and develo…

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Episode 373 - Brock Wagner of Saint Arnold Brewing Company 43:54

3M ago43:54

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Today on the show Eric is joined by Brock Wagner of Saint Arnold Brewing Company. It's Saint Arnold Brewing's 30th anniversary this year so Brock takes Eric back down memory lane to discuss the early days of Saint Arnold Brewing. The guys talk about how hard it was starting up a craft beer company 30 years ago, doing tastings at grocery stores, whe…

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Top Corporate Catering Services in Houston: A Guide for Office Events 1:54

3M ago1:54

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Explore the best corporate catering services in Houston for your office events. Learn how to satisfy diverse dietary needs and ensure a smooth, successful event with top local caterers. For read more: www.therentalbuddy.com/office-catering-houston-ultimate-guide For more info visit: theheightscatering.com/corporate-catering-houston…

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Episode 372 - MF Lobster & Ceviche 33:06

3M ago33:06

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On today's episode Eric is joined by the Swanky Maven herself Felice Sloan to discuss some of the latest happenings in the Houston restaurant and bar scene. The duo speak about the new concept coming from Aaron Bludorn and his team, Gold Tooth Tony's heading to Bellaire for it's second location, Prego's surprising announcement that they will now cl…

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Episode 371 - Patrick Pham and Daniel Lee of Duckstache Hospitality 34:05

3M ago34:05

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Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Patrick Pham and Daniel Lee of Duckstache Hospitality. The guys speak with Eric about how they got into their respective culinary careers, what brought them together, how they came up with the idea for Kokoro, why Kokoro has proven to be a staple of Bravery Chef Hall while other concepts in the food hall have …

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Episode 370 - Little Rey and Maximo 44:51

3M ago44:51

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On today's edition of What's Eric Eating, Eric is joined by Monica Danna to discuss some of the latest new from the Houston restaurant and bar scene. Monica and Eric discuss Vibrant's new location in Memorial Park, the soon to be open restaurant called Blue Tuba that's not quite like anything Houston has seen before, and the new cocktail lounge cal…

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Nina Compton: From Caribbean Flavors to NOLA 58:43

3M ago58:43

58:43

Today I’m talking to Chef Nina Compton, a James Beard award-winning chef based in New Orleans,Louisiana. She’s the owner and creative mind behind Compère Lapin and Bywater American Bistro. You’ll hear about her experience on Season 11 of Top Chef, – Saint Lucian roots What you’ll learn from Nina Compton Chef Nina Conpton’s unique and flavorful upbr…

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Art Dirt: Talking Art, Architecture & Photography With Paul Hester 48:59

3M ago48:59

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Brandon Zech talks with Texas artist Paul Hester about his over 50-year career taking photographs."There are photographs that I look at and say 'that just feels right,' but there are others that bug the hell out of me, and those are the ones that stick with me."See related readings here:https://glasstire.com/2024/04/21/art-dirt-talking-art-architec…

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