NC F&B Podcast

*Bonus Episode: WineCentric: Understanding The Wine Critic With Eric Asimov of The New York Times Oct 30, 2024

In this inaugural episode of @WineCentricShow , host Matt Weiss interviews Eric Asimov, the wine writer for The New York Times. They discuss various topics including the importance of evaluating wine producers over individual bottles, the role of blind tastings in wine education, the rise of natural wines, and the cultural significance of wine. Asimov emphasizes that wine should be enjoyed without the pressure of expertise and that there are many layers to the experience of wine appreciation.

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Durham's East Side Treasure: Mike D's BBQ Oct 24, 2024

Max sits down with Mike De Los Santos, popularly known as Mike D from Mike D's Barbecue in Durham. We get into Mike D's Dominican heritage, financial and operational challenges faced in the restaurant industry, and the art and science of barbecue-making. It's a blend of humor and seriousness, touching on community support, moral values, and the pursuit of culinary authenticity. Mike D employs a strategy to create standout barbecue sauces and dishes, his commitment to paying a living wage, and the importance of local support in the barbecue business.

EUPHORIA pt 5 A Dialogue Between Barbecue Roots and French Culinary Techniques with Dylan Cook and Jacques Larson Oct 03, 2024

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Chefs Dylan Cook from Fork Grove Barbecue and Jacques Larson of The Obstinate Daughter join the conversation, set on day three of Euphoria's Feast on the Field, explores their diverse culinary backgrounds—Dylan's roots in barbecue and his journey from a musician to a pitmaster, and Jacques's expertise in French and Italian cuisine. They discuss the influence of modern culinary trends, the impact of social media, and their passion for pushing culinary boundaries. Their discussion highlights the evolving food scene and the significance of collaborations and shared experiences in the industry. The podcast ends with a shout-out to visit their respective restaurants in South Carolina.

EUPHORIA pt 4 A Taste of Afro-lachia: Chef T's Story Oct 03, 2024

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Max Trujillo and Swarup Bandyopadhyay introduce Chef T from Union 41 in Bristol, Virginia, and Chef Sean from Noble Barbecue in Kingsport, Tennessee, recorded live at the Euphoria food festival in Greenville, South Carolina. Chef T discusses her innovative approach to Appalachian cuisine, incorporating elements from the Caribbean diaspora, particularly from St. Vincent. Highlights include discussions about her signature jerk chicken and famous fried chicken recipes, emphasizing the layers of flavors and the importance of execution. Chef Sean highlights the new Noble Barbecue location, emphasizing their creative use of bourbon barrels for tables and the high-end bourbon selection. Both chefs share their dedication to evolving their craft and maintaining continuity in the dynamic culinary world.

EUPHORIA pt 3 Cooking Humbly, Dreaming Big: The Christian Hunter Interview Oct 03, 2024

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Max Trujillo and Swarup Bandyopadhyay interview Chef Christian Hunter, partner chef at Atelier in Chicago. Christian shares his journey from Lexington, Kentucky to Chicago. He delves into his background, culinary philosophy, and experiences, including earning a Michelin star at Atelier. The discussion covers his use of local ingredients, innovative approaches to traditional dishes, and the importance of honoring food's cultural and historical roots. Christian also hints at his upcoming restaurant, Laverne's, named after his mother.

EUPHORIA pt 2 Maximizing Limitations in the Kitchen of Kultura with Nikko Cagalanan Oct 03, 2024

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Max Trujillo and Swarup Bandyopadhyay talk with Nikko Kagalanan, a Filipino chef from Charleston, South Carolina, who runs Kultura a unique pop-up restaurant with a minimalistic kitchen setup. Nikko shares his journey from the Philippines to Charleston, detailing his experiences working with renowned chefs and the creative challenges he faces due to the limited kitchen facilities. Despite the constraints, Nikko has garnered significant recognition, including being named an emerging chef by the James Beard Foundation. He also discusses his participation in the Euphoria festival, collaborating with Chef Dayna Lee from Comal 864 to create a Filipino-Mexican fusion dinner. The conversation highlights the importance of community-driven initiatives and the innovative spirit in the culinary world.

EUPHORIA pt 1: From California to Greenville: Chef Michael Kramer of Jianna Oct 03, 2024

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Max Trujillo and Swarup Bandyopadhyay chat with Chef Michael Kramer, the owner of Gianna, recorded during the Euphoria festival in Greenville, South Carolina. We cover Kramer's extensive culinary background, including his time in California and work with Wolfgang Puck. Kramer shares insights into his transition to Greenville, the inspiration behind his newly released cookbook ‘Jianna,' and the simplicity of Italian cuisine. The conversation offers a glimpse into Kramer's passion for cycling, his approach to maintaining fresh and innovative restaurant menus, and the importance of authentic hospitality in the culinary world.

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Closing a Chapter: Matt’s Last Episode on NC F&B Sep 26, 2024

🚨BIG NEWS🚨 This is Matt Weiss’ last episode on the NC F&B Podcast. After 8 years and 500 episodes, Matt is moving on to explore new ventures. Look for his wine podcast coming soon.

The NC F&B is hosted by Max Trujillo and will make some big changes in the new year… so for now, listen to Matt’s final episode, gear up for his new @winecentricshow, listen to Max’s new show Every Second Counts about The Bear TV Show (coming soon) and never forget to Eat & Drink Merrily!!!

Produced and edited by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

Mastering Food Marketing with Felicia Trujillo of Food Seen Sep 19, 2024

We dive deep into the intricacies of the food and beverage community's marketing landscape in North Carolina by speaking with Felicia Trujillo, founder and CEO of Food Seen, a marketing agency specializing in food photography and social media. Felicia shares her journey from being a wedding photographer in LA to starting her own marketing agency in Raleigh, offering insights into the evolving world of social media, PR, and marketing for restaurants. They discuss the nuances of food styling, social media strategies, creating cookbooks, and maintaining a vibrant corporate culture. Whether you're a budding restaurateur or just curious about the behind-the-scenes of food marketing, this episode is packed with valuable information and practical tips.

00:00 Introduction to the NCFNB Podcast

00:44 Meet Felicia Trujillo: Founder and CEO of Food Seen

01:23 The Journey to Food Seen

04:50 The Role of Social Media in Food Seen's Success

11:51 Expanding Services: From Photography to PR

16:01 Strategies for Restaurant Marketing and PR

22:29 Building a Strong Corporate Culture

25:05 Building a Positive Work Environment

26:03 Women in Social Media and PR

27:54 Client Collaboration and Communication

29:18 Future Trends in Social Media

29:45 The Complexity of TikTok Marketing

30:56 The Effort Behind Social Media Content

32:28 The Role of Chefs in Social Media

34:14 Navigating Social Media Trends and Algorithms

38:06 The Legacy of Cookbooks

43:19 International Business and Cultural Nuances

46:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

The Sausage King of the Carolinas with Specialty Food Solutions Sep 12, 2024

In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, hosts Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss dive into the world of sausages with their guest, Haig Berberian, owner of Specialty Food Solutions. Broadcasting virtually live from the historic Raleigh building in downtown Raleigh, they explore Haig's Armenian roots, playful nicknames, and his journey from a youth working in his parents' meat store to becoming a sausage aficionado. Haig shares insights on his clean label, high-quality sausages made in North Carolina, and discusses the fascinating details of their sausage-making process. The conversation takes humorous turns, with references to Ferris Bueller, Toblerone payments for childhood chores, and the intricacies of child labor laws. Haig explains the company's role as both a supplier and a developer of proprietary products for restaurants and distributors, emphasizing their agility and commitment to quality. It's a fun and informative chat that promises to leave listeners both entertained and craving some premium sausages.

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Downtown Raleigh’s Growth and Future with Bill King Sep 05, 2024

Bill King, the President and CEO of the Downtown Raleigh Alliance joins us to discuss the vitality of downtown Raleigh, including economic development, safety measures, and promotional events. King discusses the role of the DRA, their funding sources, and the challenges faced, such as accommodating office workers post-pandemic and promoting new businesses. A significant topic covered is the proposed relocation of the Red Hat Amphitheater due to the expansion of the Raleigh Convention Center. King emphasizes the economic impact of the amphitheater and the importance of timely actions to avoid losing a season of shows. We touch on the broader vision for downtown Raleigh, including improved public transportation, safety, and potential major league sports developments.

00:00 Introduction to the NCF&B Podcast

00:46 Meet Bill King: President and CEO of Downtown Raleigh Alliance

01:24 Bill King's Background and Experience

02:35 The Role and Mission of the Downtown Raleigh Alliance

04:40 Challenges and Initiatives in Downtown Raleigh

11:18 The Impact of the Pandemic on Downtown Raleigh

17:11 Safety and Transportation in Downtown Raleigh

25:52 Future Developments: Red Hat Amphitheater and Convention Center Expansion

27:24 Amphitheater Relocation and Controversy

27:55 Economic Impact of the Amphitheater

28:48 Community Concerns and Connectivity Issues

29:41 City's Plan to Address Connectivity

30:17 Urgency and Timeline for Construction

31:58 Public Involvement and Hearings

32:55 Impact on Local Businesses

35:08 Future of Raleigh's Entertainment Venues

43:56 Potential for Major League Sports in Raleigh

52:40 Call to Action for Community Support

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Hops For Hope: Children's Flight of Hope and Local Breweries Unite Aug 29, 2024

We speak with the Children's Flight of Hope charity with Heather Miller, Director of Community Engagement for the organization, and Mike Zolnik, Director of Marketing for Clouds Brewing to promote Hops for Hope on September 14th in North Hills!

Heather explains how Children's Flight of Hope provides flights for children in need of life-changing medical care, often requiring travel to specialized hospitals.

Hops for Hope on September 14th, is a collaboration involving local companies and breweries to raise funds for the charity. Mike shares details about Clouds Brewing's participation and the community aspect of the event. Get your tickets and enjoy unlimited beer tastings, food trucks, and live music.

Behind the Barrel: A Deep Dive into Lonerider Spirits Aug 29, 2024

We welcome Levin Woodall, the director of Lonerider Spirits to explore their journey from being a staple craft brewery in Raleigh to launching its spirits division, including whiskey, in 2018-2019. The discussion delves into Lonerider's unique offerings like the high rye bourbon finished in sherry, tequila, and stout barrels, as well as their limited-edition wheated bourbon. Levin shares insights into the challenges and opportunities of selling craft spirits in North Carolina, the impact of COVID-19 on their business, and their expansion plans. The conversation also touches on the intricacies of North Carolina's ABC laws and the untapped potential for the state's distilling industry.

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It's Time for EUPHORIA in Greenville, SC... Join us! Aug 23, 2024

Euphoria is a food, wine, and music festival that takes place in Greenville, South Carolina. It is celebrating its 19th year and has become a prominent event in the culinary scene. The festival offers a variety of events, including tastings, chef demos, seminars, and lunch and learns. It showcases a diverse range of cuisines and brings in renowned chefs and mixologists from around the country.

Euphoria also focuses on providing an intimate and educational experience for attendees. The festival takes place from September 19th to September 22nd, and tickets can be purchased here: Euphoria Greenville

To Hell with Your Bad Reviews: The Native Prime Provisions Experience Aug 22, 2024

In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, hosts Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss interview Chef Scott Alderson, owner of Native Prime Provisions, a hidden gem located in a strip mall in Cashers, North Carolina. Scott shares his journey, love for fresh, high-quality ingredients, and innovative yet strict approach to running a 10-seat counter restaurant. Despite some harsh Google reviews, Scott emphasizes his commitment to providing exceptional food and experience while setting clear boundaries for his guests. The conversation covers sourcing fresh seafood, local partnerships, and the unique atmosphere of his restaurant, characterized by loud music, casual vibes, and a no-nonsense attitude.

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Pouring Wisdom: Ingrid Folkers on Cocktails & Bartending Competitions Aug 15, 2024

This episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast features co-hosts Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss interviewing accomplished mixologist Ingrid Folkers. Ingrid shares her journey from being a bartender at Whiskey Kitchen to competing in prestigious cocktail competitions like the USBG World Class sponsored by Diageo, where she was named a top 30 contestant. She discusses her upcoming transition to managing a new bar program at the Hyatt's High Rail in Seaboard Station, her philosophy on using unique ingredients in cocktails, and her competitive spirit shaped by a background in Taekwondo and debate. Additionally, Ingrid talks about her goals to own a bar focused on education and mentorship. The episode concludes with insights into the latest trends in mixology, emphasizing no and low-ABV cocktails and the potential for THC-infused drinks.

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How to Build a Restaurant Today with Mera Brothers Oysters Aug 14, 2024

Join Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss on the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast as they chat with the Mera Brothers, who are opening a new oyster and ceviche restaurant in downtown Raleigh. The trio dives into their journey from a Google search to becoming seasoned oyster farmers, and discuss their plans to vertically integrate their oyster farm with a brick-and-mortar cevicheria. We talk about the challenges and strategies of starting up in the food business, pricing, and the potential of North Carolina's oyster industry.

Expect delicious insights, a behind-the-scenes look at restaurant entrepreneurship, and the promise of affordable, high-quality seafood. All served with a side of vino, cerveza, bourbon, and Shark Week fun!

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It’s A Hot One: Inside Shelby Spice's Hot Sauce Revolution Aug 01, 2024

In this sizzling episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, hosts Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss spice things up with Duncan Blount, the owner of Shelby Spice from Shelby, NC. As they chew the fat (and some hot sauce), Duncan shares his rockstar passion for crafting premium hot sauces, comparing them to aged bourbon and fine wine. Amid chatter about banjos and bluegrass, Duncan discusses his use of premium vinegars and local family farm-grown peppers. He reveals his process of creating small-batch, single-pot hot sauces that could light up any meal—and maybe even Drake's next hit song. From discussing vinegar’s bite to reminiscing about grandma’s pepper sauce, this episode is a symphony of humor, heat, and heartfelt craft. Get ready to dance to the beat of hot sauce!

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Blues and Brews at Missy Lane's: A Jazz Oasis in Durham Jul 25, 2024

We turn up the mics and dim the lights for a session with Dr. Cicely Mitchell, Marcel Mercer, and Adrian Lindsey to explore the soulful world of Missy Lane's Assembly Hall. Discover the heart behind this unique jazz club and coffee bar in downtown Durham and get an insider perspective on its vibrant music scene. From classic to modern jazz vibes, experience how Missy Lane's has become a cornerstone of North Carolina's cultural fabric. Learn about their exceptional coffee program, curated cocktails, and the intimate setting that draws top artists like Branford Marsalis. Don't miss out on the special jazz jam sessions, where magic unfolds every Thursday night.

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Heads Carolina, Tails California with Davis Family Vineyards Jul 18, 2024

In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, co-hosts Max and special guest Felicia Trujillo interview Guy Davis and his son, Cooper Davis of Davis Family Vineyards.

They discuss their comprehensive winemaking journey, spanning from Sonoma, California to Highlands, North Carolina. The discussion delves into North Carolina's distinctive agriculture, the climatic contrasts between the two states, and their impact on wine production. They also highlight the complexities of the wine blending process, particularly in producing sparkling wine, and their collaboration with Tryon Distributing. Reflecting on the evolution of their winemaking practices, the Davises emphasize organic farming and share insights from their experiences in Napa's renowned 1997 vintage.

The episode also celebrates North Carolina’s burgeoning food and wine culture, mentioning a memorable dining experience at Native Prime. This podcast provides a deep dive into maintaining a bicoastal wine business and the satisfaction of producing exceptional wines in diverse environments.

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Margaux's: 32 Years of Culinary Innovation and Excellence Jul 11, 2024

Having recently celebrated our nation's independence, this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, celebrates 32 years of the independently owned Margaux's in Raleigh. The NC F&B Podcast, hosted by Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, speaks with owner Steve Horowitz and Chef Andrew Pettifer, as they discuss the restaurant's history, rooted in French Nouvelle cuisine, the pivoting to Pacific Rim and Thai fusion, and the challenges they faced, including the COVID-19 pandemic. The episode delves into their commitment to fresh, local, sustainable ingredients and the significance of adapting to customer preferences. Margaux's dedication to service, pivots through different trends, and personal connections within the community highlight its enduring success.

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Honoring Heroes: A 4th of July Special Jul 04, 2024

The North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, hosted by Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, celebrates Independence Day by featuring veterans who have found new purposes after their service.

From farming at the Veteran's Farm of North Carolina with Robert Elliott to competitive shooting with Memorial Three Gun Foundation's Jordan Comstock and Seth Amidon, the podcast highlights their journeys.

Discussions range from agricultural challenges to thrilling three-gun match events supporting Gold Star families. With fun anecdotes, heartfelt gratitude, and insightful chats on veterans' transitions, the episode also recaps recent events like Bubbles and Brisket and their media shoutouts at the James Beard Awards. Tune in for a mix of humor, camaraderie, and philanthropy.

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Caviar, Funyuns, Produce Aisles and Japanese TV: Chef Kevin Cottrell's Unusual Journey to Machete Jun 27, 2024

Max Trujillo and special guest host Amber Freeman, from CBS’ My Carolina, talk with Kevin Cottrell, the executive chef and partner of Machete in Greensboro. The episode delves into the backstory of Machete, which opened in February 2020 right before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, and evolved from a supper club. Cottrell discusses his culinary journey, the struggles and triumphs of opening a fine dining restaurant, and how the restaurant's menu balances elevated cuisine with accessibility by incorporating unique inspirations like junk food. The conversation also covers Cottrell's experiences working at high-profile restaurants, the creative freedom of his pop-up supper club days, and the challenges and rewards of introducing upscale dining to Greensboro.

We also get into their other venture, Yokai, which opened in September 2022 offering a casual Japanese dining experience. Max may bring up his Japanese commercial. Get ready.

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James Beard Awards 2024 RECAP! Jun 24, 2024

Go behind the scenes and on the Red Carpet at the Lyric Auditorium in Chicago as we dive into the 2024 James Beard Awards! We're in town to support our NC nominated crews, such as Jamie Davis of the Hackney in Washington, NC, Crawford Hospitality for Outstanding Hospitality and Chef Dean Neff for Outstanding Chef.

We take you inside, discuss what it takes to get nominated, what it's like backstage and how the city of Chicago embraces the biggest food event of the year!

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Drink A Full Mug of Inspiration with 321 Coffee Jun 20, 2024

Here comes a full mug of motivation! Listen to Co-Founder of 321 Coffee's Lindsay Wrege speak about the inspiring stories and seeing potential in people that don't always get the opportunity to rise against odds. Coffee shop + roaster employs individuals with disabilities and brings excellent coffee to the community!

We also speak with special guest co-host, Chef Luis Zouain about his departure from Madre and his new culinary endeavors.

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Take Some Time with Broad Branch Distillery Jun 13, 2024

The best kept secret in Winston-Salem is Broad Branch Distillery - Until now. We tasted through the various whiskeys, ryes, and rums with Anna Windham and Donald Jenkins of Broad Branch Distillery. That was a memorable afternoon of tasting. And their commitment for flavors is quite inspiring. Listen in to hear how they started the distillery, the choices they made to keep their style unique and what future plans they have from growth in the heart of Winston-Salem.

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Get to Know The Single Handed Chef, Aaron Vaughen Jun 06, 2024

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Follow the personal journey of Aaron Vaughen, navigating life post-brain injuries focusing on resilience, adaptation, and purpose. The Single Handed Podcast covers Vaughn's challenges, culinary career, and transformation into 'The Single Handed Chef' post-injury, emphasizing inspiring others.

Additionally, it touches on themes of embracing differences, maintaining a positive mindset, and simplifying life, hinting at upcoming podcasts exploring diverse life struggles and triumphs.

Produced and edited by Max Trujillo of Trujillo.Media

Music by Don Radcliffe

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Operation: Chicken Sandwich with BB's Crispy Chicken Jun 06, 2024

It's fried chicken, bun, pickle, mayo... and that's pretty much about it. But for some reason, we've all gone nuts for chicken sandwiches. And in this cloud of battered breasts and thighs emerges a concept that went high, not low. Chef driven, not robotic. And guess what...? They win. BB's Crispy Chicken out of the Triangle is truly the best of them all.

Originally created by our local and legendary Chef Ashley Christensen, BB's now stands on their own two chicken feet to bring the community a better quality option at lunchtime. Listen in as we chat with Doug Warf and Justin Simpson, the minds behind the business of BB's.

And sitting in as special guest host is Aaron Vaughen, also known as the Single Handed Chef - who just released his first podcast: THE Single Handed Podcast with our very own producer/co-host Max Trujillo.

Follow the personal journey of Aaron Vaughen, navigating life post-brain injuries focusing on resilience, adaptation, and purpose. The Single Handed Podcast covers Vaughn's challenges, culinary career, and transformation into 'The Single Handed Chef' post-injury, emphasizing inspiring others.

If you're interested in hearing an inspiring podcast about the perseverance of life, give The Single Handed Podcast a listen.

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“I'm gonna fry chicken the rest of my life” - James Beard Finalist Jamie Davis of The Hackney May 30, 2024

Chef Jamie Davis, executive chef at The Hackney in Washington, NC recently found out he was a James Beard Award semi-finalist for Best Chef Southeast, then he found out he was a finalist. What’s next? We will find out on June 10 in Chicago for the James Beard Awards 2024.

Before then, Jamie shares his insights into his journey, from growing up in Jacksonville to his time in the military and eventually making his mark in the culinary world. We hit on the importance of acknowledging diversity in the culinary world while also hoping to get to a place where it doesn’t matter anymore. We explore the significance of community, camaraderie, and visibility in the food industry, along with Davis's experiences in Iraq and the importance of supporting local farmers.

Let’s cheer on Jamie and our other North Carolina JBF finalists as we venture to Chicago next week!

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Moonbird & GOATZ - the latest, greatest spirits out of Raleigh, NC May 23, 2024

We sit down with partners of Spirit of the Dao, Drew Schenck and Kevin Barrett, to discuss their newest venture into the spirits world: Moonbird Gin and Goatz Spiced Rum. Owners of the well-respected cocktail lounges across the state: Dram & Draught, have created an English dry gin and a Barbados spiced rum. Both have recently received top honors at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (Double Gold & Gold respectively) and are headed for national distribution soon. Get an insight on to how their creations were thoughtfully planned out and executed with some of the top minds in the industry. We also are happy to announce that Dram & Draught will be our beverage sponsor for this year's BUBBLES & BRISKET event this June 8th! Get your tickets NOW!!!

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BBQ, Bourbon, and Belly Laughs with Dave Williamson & Jesse Jones May 16, 2024

In the first half of this week’s episode, we explore the intersection of comedy and culinary culture, featuring comedians @davewcomedy & @bourbonshowdown who blend humor with a love for food and beverage, particularly barbecue and bourbon.

We shift for the second half with our newest sponsor of the podcast, @gottobeNC’s own Chad Blackwelder to discuss the importance of why promoting local food makers across the state and fostering collaborations with chefs help to create a unique culinary industry.

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Our Recap of Beaufort Wine & Food May 09, 2024

We packed up the family wagon and headed to the coast to explore the Beaufort Wine and Food Festival, discussing wine, culinary delights, local seafood sustainability, oyster farming, and the festival's evolution.

Engage with wine experts like chef/sommelier, Doreen Colondres, learn about sourcing local seafood from Captain John Mallett of Southern Breeze Seafood, learning about the life of an 18 year old oyster farmer from Changing Tide Oyster Co, and steady guidance of the food industry from our very own Chad Blackwelder of Got to Be NC, our new sponsor to the show!

Max's wife of 19 years, Felicia Trujillo of Food Seen makes a cameo to help the conversation about what it takes to become wine certified through the WSET.

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A History of Laurent Perrier Champagne May 02, 2024

Delve into the enchanting world of champagne with Laurent-Perrier, through insightful discussions from the 4th generation of the family, Lucie Pereyre, about their rich history, dedication to quality, and innovative practices. Learn about the nuances of champagne-making, the importance of Grand Cru vineyards, and the company's commitment to excellence across generations. Joined by the President of Laurent Perrier US, Michelle DeFeo, discover the unique position of Laurent-Perrier in the market and the fascinating journey through time towards future champagne innovations.

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The Private Lives of Private Club Owners - Durham's University Club Apr 25, 2024

Jessica Lee and Kelly Santel met at the Club. Got married at the Club, and even had a child... at a hospital... c'mon, there's health regulations... and sometimes it simply doesn't work out. But sometimes, it actually turns into something beautiful in its own unique way.

Listen in to hear the ex-couple, but current business owners, detail their journey of running the University Club amidst a divorce, a pandemic, and coming together to co-parent their 2 children, their daughter, and The University Club.

We also delve into the Club's Chef Alejandro Uribe's culinary competition victory at Cooking for the Kids.

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What You Don't Know About Italian Food, with Sysco's Chef Bennett DePew Apr 18, 2024

Chef Bennett Depew, Director of Italian for Sysco of the Carolinas. The discussion covers the rising popularity of Italian cuisine in America, particularly in the Carolinas, and the evolution of Italian cooking from traditional dishes to novel ingredients like 'nduja and Taleggio cheese. Chef Bennett shares insights on how the Italian segment of the restaurant industry uniquely thrived during the pandemic due to the travel-friendly nature of Italian cuisine. They delve into how restaurants can maintain profitability amidst changing trends like gluten-free diets and the use of technology to streamline operations. The conversation also touches on the importance of work-life balance in the restaurant industry, the role of Cisco in supporting local businesses, and the benefits of utilizing technology and local sourcing to improve restaurant operations and menu offerings.

00:00 Welcome to the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast

00:49 Introducing Chef Bennett Depew: A Deep Dive into Italian Cuisine

01:13 The Evolution and Resilience of Italian Food in America

04:57 The Art and Zen of Pasta Making

10:32 Navigating the Business Side: From Chef to Cisco Specialist

16:40 The Journey to the 'Dark Side': Transitioning from Chef to Sales

22:45 Reflecting on the First Day and Sales Experiences

22:56 The Evolution of Work-Life Balance in the Restaurant Industry

24:02 Improving Quality of Life for Restaurant Workers

25:45 The Impact of Minimum Wage Laws on the Restaurant Industry

27:55 Rethinking Tipping and Sales Commissions in Restaurants

29:17 Leveraging Technology for Restaurant Efficiency

33:35 Exploring Italian Cooking Trends and Ingredients

39:10 The Significance of Local Sourcing and Cisco's Role

42:13 Big Business Supporting Small: A New Era of Convenience

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What's Next for Top Chef Contestant Manny Barella Apr 11, 2024

We chat with Chef Manny Barella, visiting from Denver, Colorado. Barella, a Top Chef contestant and renowned chef, discusses his culinary journey, the inspiration behind his cooking, and his excitement for participating in Bubbles and Brisket. Beyond sharing his experiences on Top Chef and his recent culinary experiments, Barella also reveals his upcoming venture in Raleigh, Jaguar Bolera, an entertainment-focused concept aiming to offer high-quality, scratch-made food. The conversation touches on Barella's diverse cooking influences, expectations for his new project, and the significance of his Top Chef fraternity. 01:41 Chef Manny's Brisket Adventures 03:07 Diving Into Top Chef: The Competition, Challenges, and Cheese Curds 10:14 Building a Brand and the Business Side of the Culinary World 11:45 Chef Manny's Top Chef Cheese Curd Challenge: A Learning Experience 18:31 From Mexico to Michelin: Chef Manny's Culinary Odyssey 26:59 Journey to a Dream Job: From Michelin Stars to Top Chef 29:00 The Birth of Jaguar Bolera: Elevating Entertainment Dining 37:37 Culinary Innovations: Blending Cultures and Flavors 41:52 Expanding Horizons: From Chef to Culinary Director 46:47 Top Chef Insights: Behind the Scenes and Future Collaborations 55:54 A New Chapter in Raleigh: Bringing Unique Dining Experiences

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Rising to the Top with Top Chef Contestant Savannah Miller Apr 04, 2024

We are joined by a newly minted contestant on Top Chef from Durham, NC Savannah Miller. Max & Matt delve into Savannah's culinary journey, from her beginnings in Southern Pines and education at the New England Culinary Institute to her roles in various restaurants, including her current role at M Tempura. The conversation highlights her early interest in pastry, her move toward a broader culinary role, and her experiences with Top Chef — including the audition process, working under the scrutiny of cameras and judges, and the challenges and opportunities that come with being on the show. Additionally, the hosts discuss their upcoming event, Bubbles and Brisket, and extend an invitation to Savannah to participate. The episode also touches on potential career paths post-Top Chef, and Savannah shares her dreams of owning a business that encompasses a restaurant, events, and a commissary kitchen on a farm.

03:06 Savannah's Journey: From Southern Pines to Top Chef
15:09 A Deep Dive into Top Chef and Savannah's Journey on the Show
25:27 The Unique Experience of Filming Top Chef in Wisconsin
29:06 The Intense World of Cooking Competitions
30:10 The Evolution of Chef Caliber on Cooking Shows
37:17 The Impact of Reality TV on Personal and Professional Life
39:21 Dreams and Aspirations Post-Top Chef
51:13 Reflecting on the Top Chef Experience and Future Opportunities

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Feast of Wilmington (Part 4 of 4) Mar 29, 2024

Lastly, we have a bonus episode that features the ladies of the NC F&B Podcast, that’s right, Sarah C Weiss and Felicia Trujillo take over the microphones to show us how to do a proper interview, featuring the local and delicious Boombalattis Ice Cream owners, Kristen and Wes Bechtel.

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Feast of Wilmington (Part 3 of 4) Mar 29, 2024

Our third episode from Feast of Wilmington features the Journalistic talents of Raleigh Magazine’s Melissa Howsam and Lauren Kruchten, local podcast and great social media follow What’s Up Wilmington as well as digital creators Abbi and Bert of Dailey Dines Together

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Feast of Wilmington (Part 2 of 4) Mar 28, 2024

We devote this episode at Feast of Wilmington specifically to Chef Bobby Zimmerman of True Blue Butcher and Table. It's a comprehensive dive into the world of entrepreneurship, post Covid pivots and straight up Butcher-talk.

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Feast of Wilmington (Part 1 of 4) Mar 28, 2024

The inaugural Feast of Wilmington's first night is a VIP experience with notable participants including Matthew Register from Southern Smoke in Garland, Ben Knight from Benny's Big Time Pizzeria, and Chef Will Copeland from Circa 1922 and Kevin Draper of G Prime in downtown Wilmington. We talk about their culinary offerings, experiences, and reflections on the local food scene in Wilmington.

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The Chemistry of Spice: Tamasha is now open in Raleigh, NC Mar 21, 2024

In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, Max and Matt dive into the story of Tamasha, North Carolina's latest culinary sensation. They are joined by the restaurant's visionary duo, owner Mike Kathrani and Chef Bhavin Chhatwani. The podcast explores Tamasha's inception, from Kathrani's leap from hair salon entrepreneurship to the restaurant industry, to Chhatwani's illustrious career as a Michelin-starred chef. Listeners will get a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and triumphs of launching a modern Indian restaurant in Raleigh, the evolving local food scene, and the passionate individuals making it happen. They also cover the restaurant's participation in a local Iron Chef challenge, their aggressive approach to building a comprehensive wine and whiskey program, and the philosophy of treating guests with utmost reverence, deeply rooted in Indian culture.

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How Do You Like ‘dem Apples? East Bower Cider Company Mar 14, 2024

In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, co-hosts Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss explore the world of cider, a fermented beverage adjacent to beer, wine, and spirits. They are joined by Oliver Koch and Dustin Skywalker from East Bower Cider, who share insights into the cider-making process, discuss the distinctions between making cider and brewing beer, and address the industry's stance on the terminology. They also delve into the types of apples used in cider making, emphasizing the shift towards using 100% North Carolina apples and the trend towards cider-specific apple varietals. The guests further discuss the challenge of fighting the stereotype of cider as a sweet drink, sharing their backgrounds in the beer industry and their mission to introduce cider as a sophisticated, enjoyable beverage. The episode also touches on the logistics and challenges of running a cidery, including sourcing from Cisco, and concludes with a dive into cider styles, the importance of varietal specificity, and the future goals for East Bower Cider.

00:00 Welcome to the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast

00:48 Diving Into the World of Cider

01:22 The Art and Science of Cider Making

02:23 Exploring Apple Varieties and Cider Making Processes

05:41 Battling Cider Stereotypes and Embracing Craft

15:48 The Business Side of Cider: Challenges and Opportunities

17:34 A Deep Dive into Coffee with Carrboro Coffee Roasters

24:18 Exploring the Transformation of Local Spaces

25:23 A Deep Dive into Cider Making: Techniques and Challenges

26:40 Bridging the Gap: Crafting Ciders for Beer Lovers

27:32 The Art of Carbonation and Flavoring in Cider Production

29:21 Scaling Production: Challenges and Aspirations

36:50 The Journey of Starting a Cidery During a Pandemic

42:20 Future Plans and Community Engagement

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Pouring Innovation into Tradition: Foxcroft Wine Co.'s Approach to Wine and Dining Mar 07, 2024

Conrad Hunter has lived 5 lifetimes and knows as much about music as any music pro and more about wine than most Sommeliers! However, hospitality is where him and Foxcroft flex their muscle best. This episode is complete with:

Why Frank Sinatra does not move pianos
Inspiration of wines like La Mission Haut Brion
And the lore of former Charlotte restaurant Chez Darryl.

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The Art and Business of Baking with Kristen Mullins of Slice Pie Company Feb 29, 2024

In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, co-hosts Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss sit down with Kristen Mullins, the owner and head baker of the award-winning Slice Pie Company. From humble beginnings, refining her father's traditional pie recipes to owning a successful business, Kristen shares her journey and the unique challenges she overcame during the COVID-19 pandemic.

As she discusses her experiences of being a pie expert, the future of Slice Pie Company, and her innovative sales strategies, the conversation takes an exciting turn exploring trendy food industry topics such as the growing importance of diversifying roles and the potential decline of sommeliers in mainstream American restaurants.

00:00 Introduction to the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast

00:37 Meet the Hosts: Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss

00:54 Special Guest: Kristen Mullins, Owner of Slice Pie Company

02:01 The Art of Pie Making and the Journey of Slice Pie Company

02:54 Exploring the Neighborhood: Saunders Street, Raleigh

04:56 Upcoming Events: Bubbles and Brisket, Bubbles and Bagels

08:43 The Slice Pie Company: Behind the Name and the Pies

11:03 The Vegan Surprise: Unveiling the Secret of Slice Pie Company's Crust

26:02 Celebrating Pi Day and Slice Pie Company's 10th Anniversary

26:47 Pie Day and Catering

27:24 The Journey to Becoming a Pie Expert

29:07 The Birth of a Passion for Pie Making

31:41 The Impact of COVID-19 on the Business

33:43 The Challenges and Triumphs of Running a Pie Business

34:57 The Future of Slice Pie Company

37:28 The Art of Pie Making

39:27 The Importance of Entrepreneurship and Education

42:05 The Role of Family in the Business

48:44 The Importance of Wine Knowledge in the Restaurant Industry

56:44 The Future Plans for Slice Pie Company

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Life, Loss, and Love: The Journey of Chef Dan Jackson Feb 22, 2024

Chef Dan Jackson of Osteria Georgi shares his journey in the restaurant industry and coping with his wife Stephanie's passing. He also discusses his time at Eleven Madison Park, meeting his wife there, and eventually opening his restaurant in Chapel Hill. The episode also touches on managing a restaurant while raising three children, and how tragedy gave him an interesting perspective on life. The hosts, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, along with Chef Dan, engage in an in-depth conversation about the realities of running a restaurant and offer some insightful anecdotes about their experiences in the industry.

02:54 Meet the Hosts: Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss

03:02 Guest Introduction: Chef Dan Jackson of Osteria Georgi 04:25 Behind the Scenes of a Restaurant on Valentine's Day

07:21 The Journey of Chef Dan Jackson

09:21 The Challenges and Triumphs of Running a Restaurant 19:06 Remembering Stephanie Jackson

34:37 The Hiring Philosophy of USHG

35:06 The 51% Rule and Its Impact

35:51 The Stephanie Jackson's 100% Award

36:56 Returning to New York and Joining Union Square Events 37:55 The Challenges and Triumphs of Catering

40:17 Becoming Parents and Navigating Career Changes

41:32 Facing a Devastating Diagnosis

42:10 The Journey of Grief and Resilience

45:57 Looking Ahead: Future Plans and Reflections

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Changing the Food System & Regenerative Farming With Hickory Nut Gap Farm' Feb 15, 2024

Jamie Ager builds community through agriculture as a fourth-generation farmer from Hickory Nut Gap Farm. We go deep into Hickory Nut Gap's dedicated drive towards regenerative farming and ethical treatment of animals to produce high-quality foods. We shed light on farming's significant role in climate change, highlighting the importance of diversified farming methods in transforming the food system. The conversation also encourages listeners to appreciate the contributions made by local ranchers, farmers, and growers within the food and beverage industry. Further, this episode suggests exploring the topic of regenerative farming more with Jamie Ager and refers to the episode Stop Plowing and Save the World With Regenerative Agriculture with Dr. Allen Williams here This podcast is available on all platforms. 00:05 Introduction to the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast 00:48 The Hosts' Passion for Ethically Raised Animals and Regenerative Farming 01:02 Guest Introduction: Jamie Ager from Hickory Nut Gap Farm 02:27 The History and Evolution of Hickory Nut Gap Farm 07:08 The Impact of Education and Sustainable Agriculture on Farming Practices 15:29 The Challenges and Rewards of Grass Fed Beef Production 26:47 The Role of Regenerative Farming in Addressing Climate Change 29:15 The Vision of Hickory Nut Gap: A Community Partner Model 30:26 Stakeholder Capitalism and the Food System 30:49 The Paradox of Success in Capitalism 31:22 The Impact of Capitalism on Sales 33:39 The Role of Big Corporations in the Food Industry 34:44 The Importance of Local Food Sources 37:44 The Challenges of the Meat Business 38:16 The Importance of Education in Changing Food Systems 38:41 The Need for Paradigm Shifts in the Food Industry 43:14 The Impact of Amazon's Acquisition of Whole Foods 50:07 The Challenges and Opportunities of Grass-Fed Beef 52:45 The Future of Regenerative Farming 57:08 The Role of Processing Plants in the Meat Industry 59:34 The Potential of Grass-Fed Beef in the Food Industry 01:04:25 Conclusion: The Need for Change in the Food System

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Take Notice Preeti Waas A Rising Force In The Culinary World Feb 08, 2024

It's the return of the 2021 Person of the Year, 2-time James Beard Nominee, and owner of Cheeni Indian Food Emporium: Preeti Waas. We discuss the benefits of getting nominated with the James Beard Foundation and how it positively affected her business. Also how Indian food is top of mind in the food industry. Get insights on how to expand your restaurant, and your influence on the industry. There's a lot to unpack in this episode, so let's get started.

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Tina's Vodka is David to the Goliath of the Liquor World Feb 01, 2024

Listen in today to hear how Tina Karras, the owner of Tina's Vodka, uses her skills as a musician, a bartender, beverage purchaser and her own savvy to battle it out in the heavily saturated market of the Vodka industry. Her organic, gluten-free and non GMO vodka hit the market recently and is coming to a liquor store near you very soon. Check out her latest album on Spotify here:https://open.spotify.com/artist/0p5hbQMWIIXDWYQvVUCZqU?si=962dsThVR0mpGj1m6dYYIA

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MasterChef Junior's Emerson Pauley Shares His Culinary Journey Jan 25, 2024

MasterChef Junior star, Emerson Pauley joins the show to discuss his epic rise to fame on the cooking show, his experiences working with Gordon Ramsay, and his future plans as an aspiring actor, comedian, and cook. From sharing his savory cooking secrets to showcasing his skills as a stand-up comedian, Emerson paints a bright picture of what it means to be part of Gen-Alpha. Our young guest also delights us by bringing in his own baked delights that include blueberry donuts and meatball sliders. 02:42 Emerson's Journey into Cooking 05:28 Emerson's Audition for MasterChef Junior 08:07 Emerson's Experience on MasterChef Junior 14:12 Emerson's Donut Surprise 16:26 Emerson's Experience on Set 23:09 Emerson's Cooking Challenge on the Show 25:53 Fast Food Fiasco: A KFC Story 26:19 The Art of Pie Making: A Savory Tale 26:57 The Secret Recipe: A Grandfather's Legacy 27:56 The Unexpected Chef: Cooking at Home 28:47 The Future Star: Exploring Career Options 29:08 The Standup Comedian: A Glimpse into Comedy 31:42 The Sports Fan: A Discussion on Football 33:21 The Super Bowl Party: Planning the Perfect Menu 40:01 The Aspiring Restaurateur: Dreaming of a Unique Restaurant 43:44 The Future Plans: What's Next for Emerson

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Freestylin' with Chef Diaz of Little Bull in Durham [AUDIO] Jan 18, 2024

Two-time James Beard nominee, Chef Oscar Diaz of Little Bull in Durham, NC joins Matt on this weeks pod. Tune in to learn insights about his unique 'Pocho Cuisine' and future restaurant ventures. Our security-turned-chef guest introduces us to his latest endeavor of transforming airport food culture with his Mexican restaurant. He draws from his experiences as a former airport security worker while discussing his west coast-style business, plans for a taqueria, coffee shop, and potential cocktail bar. The conversation concludes with a creative spin as he reveals plans to incorporate freestyle rap into his new menus. Tune in to discover their journeys, inspirations, challenges, and exciting upcoming projects in the food industry.

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Freestylin' with Chef Diaz of Little Bull in Durham [VIDEO] Jan 18, 2024

Two-time James Beard nominee, Chef Oscar Diaz of Little Bull in Durham, NC Joins Matt on this weeks pod. Tune in to learn insights about his unique 'Pocho Cuisine' and future restaurant ventures. Our security-turned-chef guest introduces us to his latest endeavor of transforming airport food culture with his Mexican restaurant. He draws from his experiences as a former airport security worker while discussing his west coast-style business, plans for a taqueria, coffee shop, and potential cocktail bar. The conversation concludes with a creative spin as he reveals plans to incorporate freestyle rap into his new menus. Tune in to discover their journeys, inspirations, challenges, and exciting upcoming projects in the food industry.

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The Lore of North Carolina Whiskey with Oaklore Distilling Jan 11, 2024

Oaklore Distilling's Matthew Simpkins and Jack Schute join the pod this week. Throughout their discussion, they delve into Oaklore's unique bourbon and whiskey production process, including their commitment to high quality, transparency, and North Carolina roots. They share insights into the distinct characteristics of their four-grain bourbon and honey-finished bourbon, and exciting future releases. The episode also touches on the challenges faced by distilleries in North Carolina. Matthew Simpkins also shares interesting anecdotes about his past as a pastor and their fun tastings.

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The Lore of North Carolina Whiskey with Oaklore Distilling [VIDEO] Jan 11, 2024

Oaklore Distilling's Matthew Simpkins and Jack Schute join the pod this week. Throughout their discussion, they delve into Oaklore's unique bourbon and whiskey production process, including their commitment to high quality, transparency, and North Carolina roots. They share insights into the distinct characteristics of their four-grain bourbon and honey-finished bourbon, and exciting future releases. The episode also touches on the challenges faced by distilleries in North Carolina. Matthew Simpkins also shares interesting anecdotes about his past as a pastor and their fun tastings.

00:48 Unveiling the Lore of the Oaks: Oaklore Distilling

01:23 The Taylor Swift Connection

04:02 The Birth of Oaklore Distilling

06:11 The Art of Whiskey Tasting

10:30 The Journey to Becoming a Distillery

12:01 The Role of Aging in Whiskey Production

16:17 The First Taste of Oak Lore Whiskey

17:17 The Process of Making Oak Lore Whiskey

23:30 The Importance of Being a North Carolina Company

24:44 Discussing Barrel Storage and Production Facilities

25:17 Exploring the Uniqueness of the Aging Process

25:35 The Art of Blending Whiskeys

26:24 The Role of North Carolina in Whiskey Production

26:44 Sharing Personal Experiences and Industry Relationships

29:04 The Distilling Process at the Distillery

29:26 Future Plans for the Distillery

29:46 The Role of the Bar in Expanding the Portfolio

32:59 Reflecting on Past Sales Experiences

33:20 Tasting and Discussing the Rye Whiskey

41:50 The Journey to Joining the Whiskey Industry

46:53 The Impact of Direct Shipping and E-commerce

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Build Your Business in 2024 at The Kitchen Space [AUDIO] Jan 04, 2024

Owner of the Kitchen Space in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina Will Pettis joins Max, Matt & guest Host Kyle Sutton. Offering insights into the growing trend of ghost kitchens and smaller restaurant spaces, they discuss the impact of home and delivery food culture on the industry. They also touch on the transition periods between owning a food truck operation, a commissary kitchen, and now, a unique ghost kitchen facility. The episode presents a lively discussion about the evolution of the food industry and its future trends, driven by consumer habits and technological advancements. 01:43 Will Pettis' Journey: From Kitchen Archive to World Travel 02:07 The Concept of Kitchen Space: A New Venture 02:18 Inside the Kitchen Space: Design and Functionality 04:11 The Evolution of Will Pettis' Career in the Food Industry 06:01 The Challenges of Home-Based Commercial Kitchens 07:56 The Role of Sysco in the Food and Beverage Industry 11:24 The Ghost Kitchen Concept and its Potential 17:19 Will Pettis' Travel Experiences and Their Impact 18:28 The Business Side of Kitchen Space: Funding and Planning 19:58 The Popularity of Dukes Mayonnaise in the Kitchen Space 20:12 The Sweetness of Dukes Mayo 21:11 The Journey from Restaurateur to Business Support 21:43 The Shift from Food Trucks to Ghost Kitchens 22:44 The Future of Dining: Takeout, Delivery, and Ghost Kitchens 23:26 The Evolution of Restaurant Spaces 24:17 The Efficiency of Smaller Kitchens 27:40 The Rise of Pop-Up Concepts 27:51 The Appeal of Change and Variety in Dining 33:41 The Ease of Starting a Food Business Today 36:16 The Potential for Alcohol Partnerships in Ghost Kitchens 38:12 The Role of Ghost Kitchens in Fostering Food Entrepreneurship

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Wrapping up 2023 & Previewing 2024 [AUDIO] Dec 28, 2023

Join the hosts Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, as they reflect on the events and highlights of 2023 and share their hopes and expectations for 2024. This episode includes discussions about their favorite dining and food experiences of the past year, insights on upcoming trends and restaurant openings, and plans for future expansion of their podcasting and video content. The episode also reveals the winner of their annual POTY Award. Tune in for a fun and insightful conversation about North Carolina's food and beverage scene. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome to the Podcast 00:28 Reflecting on the Holiday Season 01:27 Celebrating Partnerships and Events of 2023 03:29 Challenges and Triumphs: The Bubbles and Brats Event 05:48 Venturing into the Video Realm 07:15 Launching 'Where Do We Eat?' Series 13:00 Recap of the Year and Notable Guests 15:50 Looking Forward: Predictions for 2024 22:23 Introducing the Podcast Nominees 23:16 Favorite Food Experiences of the Year 24:24 Memorable Music and Dining Experiences 25:26 Aja: A New Dining Experience 27:19 Other Noteworthy Dining Experiences 28:30 Holiday Celebrations and Traditions 33:36 Announcing the Podcast Award Winner 35:30 Looking Forward to 2024

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Wrapping up 2023 & Previewing 2024 [VIDEO] Dec 28, 2023

Join the hosts Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, as they reflect on the events and highlights of 2023 and share their hopes and expectations for 2024.

This episode includes discussions about their favorite dining and food experiences of the past year, insights on upcoming trends and restaurant openings, and plans for future expansion of their podcasting and video content. The episode also reveals the winner of their annual POTY Award.

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00:00 Introduction and Welcome to the Podcast

00:28 Reflecting on the Holiday Season

01:27 Celebrating Partnerships and Events of 2023

03:29 Challenges and Triumphs: The Bubbles and Brats Event

05:48 Venturing into the Video Realm

07:15 Launching 'Where Do We Eat?' Series

13:00 Recap of the Year and Notable Guests

15:50 Looking Forward: Predictions for 2024

22:23 Introducing the Podcast Nominees

23:16 Favorite Food Experiences of the Year

24:24 Memorable Music and Dining Experiences

25:26 Aja: A New Dining Experience

27:19 Other Noteworthy Dining Experiences

28:30 Holiday Celebrations and Traditions

33:36 Announcing the Podcast Award Winner

35:30 Looking Forward to 2024

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Chef Confessionals: Bubbles and Brats Asheville Edition Dec 21, 2023

Join hosts Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss for some candid chef confessions during Bubbles and Brats in Asheville. Witness hilarious and heartfelt revelations from chefs about their careers, culinary preferences, fears, and their signature dishes. From the favored utility salt to the perils of restaurant ownership in the era of COVID-19, we delve deep into their thoughts. Highlighting the event's challenges, the chefs' career reflections, and their culinary convictions, this unfiltered coverage genuinely captures life as a restaurateur.

Chefs: Bobby McFarland, Scott and April Franqueza of High Hampton, Jay Medford of STORM RHUM BAR, Ben Hester The ODD, Alex Ricci of Prospects Kitchen, as well as Cassie Geiger, Jared Burton and Jacob Cruze.

00:41 Introduction and Overview 01:30 Chef Confessionals: The Questions Begin 03:18 Chefs Discuss Their Career Choices 06:30 Event Reflections and Challenges 12:39 Chefs Discuss Their Signature Dishes 16:40 Closing Remarks and Thanks

Directed and edited by Max Trujillo

Produced by Matthew Weiss

Camera and field production by Jared Burton

Written by Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss

Music provided and licensed by Epidemic Sound

Sponsored by Sysco, New Belgium Ale, Devil's Foot Beverage, Pleb Winery, Metrowines, Winebow, Southern Distilling

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Chef Confessionals: Bubbles and Brats Asheville Edition [VIDEO] Dec 21, 2023

Join hosts Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss for some candid chef confessions during Bubbles and Brats in Asheville. Witness hilarious and heartfelt revelations from chefs about their careers, culinary preferences, fears, and their signature dishes. From the favored utility salt to the perils of restaurant ownership in the era of COVID-19, we delve deep into their thoughts. Highlighting the event's challenges, the chefs' career reflections, and their culinary convictions, this unfiltered coverage genuinely captures life as a restaurateur.

Chefs: Bobby McFarland, Scott and April Franqueza of High Hampton, Jay Medford of STORM RHUM BAR, Ben Hester The ODD, Alex Ricci of Prospects Kitchen, as well as Cassie Geiger, Jared Burton and Jacob Cruze.

00:41 Introduction and Overview 01:30 Chef Confessionals: The Questions Begin 03:18 Chefs Discuss Their Career Choices 06:30 Event Reflections and Challenges 12:39 Chefs Discuss Their Signature Dishes 16:40 Closing Remarks and Thanks

Directed and edited by Max Trujillo

Produced by Matthew Weiss

Camera and field production by Jared Burton

Written by Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss

Music provided and licensed by Epidemic Sound

Sponsored by Sysco, New Belgium Ale, Devil's Foot Beverage, Pleb Winery, Metrowines, Winebow, Southern Distilling

Cocoa Cinnamon's Areli and Leon Barrera Grodski Dec 14, 2023

World class coffee, trash tv, naked attraction!

A Latina-owned, women-forward company.
Livable wages for our diverse and open-hearted team.
90+ small and independent vendors.
Sustained relationships with coffee producers worldwide.

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Cocoa Cinnamon's Areli and Leon Barrera Grodski [VIDEO] Dec 14, 2023

World class coffee, trash tv, naked attraction!

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Livable wages for our diverse and open-hearted team.
90+ small and independent vendors.
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The Sexiest Restaurant in Raleigh & The Padre of Madre Dec 07, 2023

Madre Raleigh is redefining fine cuisine in Raleigh. From design to food this restaurant is teeming with attractiveness! Chef Luis Zouain helms the kitchen and tells us all his secrets! In this episode we learn the secrets of;

What makes a Cauliflower dish memorable
Why cook a French Onion Croquette
Who has Indian Motorcycles

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The Sexiest Restaurant In Raleigh with The Padre of Madre Dec 07, 2023

Madre Raleigh is redefining fine cuisine in Raleigh. From design to food this restaurant is teeming with attractiveness! Chef Luis Zouain helms the kitchen and tells us all his secrets! In this episode we learn the secrets of;

What makes a Cauliflower dish memorable
Why cook a French Onion Croquette
Who has Indian Motorcycles

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Why You Should Be Drinking Israeli Wine Nov 30, 2023

Today's discussion revolved around Israel and its wine industry. We speak about Israel's geographical situation, its people, and the challenges they face, with a particular focus on the wine industry. We highlight the resilience of the Israeli people and the potential of the Israeli wine industry while being faced with the challenges in creating awareness and marketing Israeli wines, especially in the current global situation. Initiatives like organizing trips for sommeliers and buyers to Israel and the 'Sip for Solidarity' program, which donates a portion of proceeds from Israeli wines to support the industry, were introduced. The cultural significance of wine in Jewish practices was also touched upon.

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Why You Should Drink Israeli Wine Nov 30, 2023

Today's discussion revolved around Israel and its wine industry. We speak about Israel's geographical situation, its people, and the challenges they face, with a particular focus on the wine industry. We highlight the resilience of the Israeli people and the potential of the Israeli wine industry while being faced with the challenges in creating awareness and marketing Israeli wines, especially in the current global situation. Initiatives like organizing trips for sommeliers and buyers to Israel and the 'Sip for Solidarity' program, which donates a portion of proceeds from Israeli wines to support the industry, were introduced. The cultural significance of wine in Jewish practices was also touched upon.

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Imagine "One of the Coolest Places to Eat In the World?" With SAAP Laotian Food Nov 23, 2023

Chef Lon & Partner Ann Bounsanga of SAAP are enlightening the new downtown Cary Park! In this episode;

Laotian cooking
A little insight into Bida & Bhavana
Galanga, Le Bec Fin & four daughters

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Imagine "One of the Coolest Places to Eat On Earth!" With SAAP Laotian Food Nov 23, 2023

Chef Lon & Partner Ann Bounsanga of SAAP are enlightening the new downtown Cary Park! In this episode;

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What are The Best Cuts of Meat at The Carolina Butcher Nov 16, 2023

To know thy butcher is divine!

Listen in to learn the secrets of meat buying with the Carolina Butcher Shop

Denver cut vs. Boneless Short rib

Bavette cut

Ostrich Meat

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What Are the Best Cuts of Meat at the Carolina Butcher (Video) Nov 16, 2023

To know thy butcher is divine!

Listen in to learn the secrets of meat buying with the Carolina Butcher Shop

Denver cut vs. Boneless Short rib

Bavette cut

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[AUDIO Companion] Where Do We Eat with jess Sims Nov 09, 2023

Introducing the “Where do we Eat" Audio Companion with Jess Sims, a well-known Peloton instructor, ESPN's College Gameday field reporter, and featured guest on Good Morning America. This episode dives into the world of food, beverage experiences, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle with Jess's expertise in fitness and balance.

The video portion of this show is available on YouTube and Apple Podcasts today, and this companion piece provides an in-depth conversation that takes you behind the scenes. Discover insights on restaurant concepts, philosophies, and tips for maintaining a fitness mindset. Dive in and enjoy this captivating discussion with Max and Matt.

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[VIDEO] Where Do We Eat with Jess Sims Nov 09, 2023

Join fitness celebrity Jess Sims, restauranteur Max Trujillo, and sommelier Matthew Weiss as they embark on a delicious adventure across the country in search of the ultimate dining experience. In the debut episode of "Where Do We Eat?", our trio ventures to the vibrant city of Charlotte, North Carolina. They indulge their taste buds at The Goodyear House in the NODA District, savor the flavors of Supperland in Plaza Midwood, and unwind at the renowned late-night cocktail lounge, Dot Dot Dot, in the SouthPark Neighborhood. With their unique insights and expert palates, these culinary connoisseurs are sure to tantalize your senses and inspire your next dining destination. Tune in and join the mouthwatering journey! Subscribe to their YouTube page HERE

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How to Write A Cookbook: A Conversation with Bri McCoy Nov 02, 2023

Ever wondered what it's like to pivot from a career in digital marketing to becoming a successful home cook and author? Tune into our latest NCF&B Podcast episode featuring Bri McCoy, author of 'The Cook's Book'. Get tips, tricks, and insights into her culinary journey. Check it out now! https://book.brimckoy.com/

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[VIDEO] Sysco Carolina's Protein Specialist, Chef Bryan Hudson Oct 26, 2023

It's no longer "going to the dark side" when a chef works for the big distributor. Not when it's working for Sysco. Better hours, quality of life but also getting your 'proverbial' hands dirty by getting into kitchens with chefs all over town and helping where you can. Listen in to see what life's like as a protein specialist for the largest distributor in the world. We also get into Certified Angus Beef, cheesemaking, taco bell and why teenagers are posers. Max may quote some Drake songs... don't miss out.

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Sysco Carolina's Protein Specialist, Chef Bryan Hudson Oct 26, 2023

It's no longer "going to the dark side" when a chef works for the big distributor. Not when it's working for Sysco. Better hours, quality of life but also getting your 'proverbial' hands dirty by getting into kitchens with chefs all over town and helping where you can. Listen in to see what life's like as a protein specialist for the largest distributor in the world. We also get into Certified Angus Beef, cheesemaking, taco bell and why teenagers are posers. Max may quote some Drake songs... don't miss out.

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How To Become a "Baller" Chef With Ford Fry Oct 19, 2023

This week we discuss restaurant life, expanding concepts, growing smartly in the F&B industry and collecting guitars along the way. Chef Ford Fry comes out of Atlanta with a myriad of concepts that have taken the southeast by storm. Listen in as to why he's entering the North Carolina Market and what's new that he's bringing to the table.

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What's On The Menu At Bubbles & Brat's? Oct 12, 2023

On Saturday October 28th in Asheville, NC we will host the inaugural Bubbles & Brats Festival, A Champtober-fest! This episode features 3 of our fantastic chefs that are participating in Bubbles & Brats. Chef Scott Franqueza of High Hampton in Cashiers. Chef Ben Hester of the Odd in Asheville, and Chef Luke Owens of Native Fine Diner in Greenville, NC join Max and Matt to discuss what they're preparing for this Sausage Party!

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Oktoberfest with Capital Club 16 and Trophy Brewing! Oct 05, 2023

It's all about those Sausages and Brewskis! Listen to Chef Jake Wolf of Capital Club 16 and Trophy co-owner Chris Powers discuss their partnership with the biggest Oktoberfest happening in the Triangle: Oktrophyfest! Join them on October 13th at Capital Club 16 and October 14th at Trophy Maywood https://www.trophybrewing.com/oktrophyfest Plus, Max and Matt give you the inside scoop on our very own Oktoberfest happening at the end of the month in Asheville: BUBBLES & BRATS

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Bootstrapping A Distillery 101- with Aristotle Spirits Sep 28, 2023

"Knowing Yourself Is The Beginning Of All Wisdom" Especially At Aristotle Spirits.

Have you ever thought to yourself, I can make whiskey, I could make a great whiskey! Jake Howland thought it and did it.

Aristotle Spirits creates a drinking experience founded on precision and classical distilling processes, with the highest quality North Carolina ingredients.

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How to Learn Patience With Chef Luke Owens of Native Fine Diner Sep 21, 2023

Chef Luke Owens enters the studio to chat about:

ECU Pirates
History of dreadlocks
NCRLA Chef Showdown
Learning patience
And, The Rain Song

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Meherwan Irani & A Mix Tape of Indian Food Sep 14, 2023

If you sit down with Meherwan Irani long enough you will likely figure out the answers to a lot of nagging questions that have been bothering you. Meherwan is not just a Chef he is a problem solver. Listen to this episode and find out:

The evolution of Chai Pani & chow
How you can marry the boss's daughter
When to know the problem you are solving for?
What is Chow Chow Asheville & Chow Chow on a plate?
Where is the Indian culinary pantheon relevant?

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Cheetie Kumar's latest track: AJJA Sep 07, 2023

What fulfills chef Cheetie Kumar? This episode gives us a glimpse.

Is it writing and performing music for Birds of Avalon or cooking at Garland and now Ajja?
Running The Great Cover Up?
Cooking pan-asian food?
Figuring out how to be the dumbest person in the room?
Going from Garland/Kings/Neptune's 10,800 square feet to Ajja's 1.800 Square feet?
Creating gluten free bread- Imagine That?

You will have to listen in to find out!

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The Next Chapter of Chef Alex Ricci Aug 31, 2023

"Would you rather be noticed for the food you make or simply make great food?' Alex Ricci is wrestling with that question but he's going to find out as he opens his own spot Prospects Craft Kitchenette! Prospects will open in October and inside this episode you will find out the secrets;

Make sure you try the "masa-ball soup"
How do you become a Chef for the community?
What the heck is a shacket?
Matt gives you the secret to fast track your way into heaven!

Listen and enjoy!

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The Master of Pittsboro, Chef Sera Cuni Aug 24, 2023

Sera Cuni is more than a chef, more than a community leader, she is a county leader. Here's how she enlightened the pod!

How win Supermarket Stakeout, Guy's Grocery Games
Why Gay men don't hit on Max?
It's ok for restaurants to be closed at times.
Who are the Les Dames d'Escoffier
What The Community Fridge Program
When was the best vintage in California wine

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Fried Chicken Ice Cream With Cynthia Wong of Life Raft Treats Aug 17, 2023

As serious as we might take food, "it all turns to poop in 24 hours!" Pastry Chef & 6 time JBF nominee Cynthia Wong has a unique perspective on life and business. Here's what you will learn if you listen to Chef Cynthia on this episode?

What is stopping you from reaching your dream?
How is the London dining scene?
Imagine the feeling of drinking champagne inside of a Fabergé egg?
Who is on Goldbelly?
Where to put yourself in order to succeed- a corner.
When growing up Asian in the south wasn't so comfortable.

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The Art of Eating With My Hands with Chef Jason Lawless Aug 10, 2023

Chef Jason Lawless lived at the YMCA for 3 months in order to make ends meet as a chef at Tabla in NYC. Cut to modern day Chef Lawless has now helmed the kitchen at Cafe Parizade the Durham staple for 7+ years. Cafe Parizade is now in it's 33rd year & the OG of the Giorgio restaurant group! Chef Jason pushes the envelope and scratches his creativity itch with epic wine dinners (including the one he is doing with Matt on August 24th!) and;

Far east funk of Krill
Memories of working for Floyd Cardoz
The stigma of ordering Salmon

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The Secrets of Coffee Roasting With Carborro Coffee Roasters Aug 03, 2023

Scott Conary leader of Carborro Coffee Roasters considers the pursuit of quality as the ultimate answer to all business questions. This episode is chock full of coffee cherries pun intended. Learn how to roast coffee and what makes some roasters elite. In this episode:

The World coffee championships
The Cup Of Excellence
Cupping
Coffee fitness program
Does coffee come from a bean or a seed?

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Di Fara Pizza Is Dedicated To Ingredients Jul 27, 2023

Greg and Valerie Norton were living in Cary,NC and craving authentic New York Pizza. Greg is the nephew of the pizza famous Dom Demarco of the original Di Fara's Pizza in Brooklyn and longed to bring Di Fara's to Cary. Listen in to find out how they did it and;

How to get New York Water in NC?

Where to get Mutti Tomatoes

Who is Dave Portnoy?

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Bourbon From North Carolina-Cook's Mill Jul 20, 2023

In this episode Jason Queen reveals the secret to making good Bourbon in North Carolina! Also;

The story behind North Carolina Corn

How is the category of "Bourbon" evolving?

Why is Cook's Mill blending process unique?

What is Appalachian oak?

Click to listen and you will know all about bourbon!

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Find Out Why Your are on This Earth With Counter- CLT Jul 13, 2023

"You better lose yourself in the moment!"

Chef Owner Sam Hart & Pastry Chef Faith Morley have discovered why they are on the earth. Counter Charlotte is constantly pushing the envelope of creativity. Imagine a constantly changing tasting menu and a fully immersive experience from ambience, sound, smell and taste! Listen in to be inspired and learn about:

Sock Sausage

a la minute wine pairings

Malcolm Gladwell and more than 10,000 hours

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The History of The NCF&B Jul 06, 2023

Max & Matt were featured in Our State Magazine to discuss their judgement of the Made In NC Food Competition. For a change of roles, Rebecca Woltz of Our State Magazine interviewed Max & Matt to discuss all the inside information on the NC culinary world, who they are and where they come from, why they came to NC and what is next?

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Revolutionizing How You Buy Seafood Through The Local Catch App Jun 29, 2023

Growing up Landon Hill CEO of The Local Catch App always had a fishing rod in his hand which is why he was compelled to find a way to connect local fishermen directly to you! Local Catch is service that allows for individuals and businesses within the commercial fishing industry to connect with each other to buy and sell fresh local seafood. This episodes spans the seas to find out;

What is the fruit of the sea?

How to spot trends in seafood?

Why Max's dad joke are not funny.

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Roots for Reece Chef's Picnic Jun 22, 2023

Roots for Reece draws some of the best culinary talent in the Triangle and beyond to raise awareness and funds to combat the opiate epidemic. Listen in to hear how the chefs come together over good food and drink to help overcome epidemics. 100% of proceeds from Roots For Reece are donated to the North Carolina Harm Reduction Coalition to aid in the fight against the growing opiate epidemic here in NC.

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The Future of BBQ With Matthew Barry of Midwood Smokehouse Jun 15, 2023

We look into the glass ball to find out what the future holds for BBQ in the south. Pit master Matt Barry of Midwood Smokehouse schools us on:

The BBQ Bubble
Wood Burning Pit's
What is the secret to cooking a beef rib?
Hickory Wood
How to scale craft BBQ into multiple locations

Listen in and enjoy!

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Premium Whiskey From North Carolina? Damn Right, Check Out Southern Distilling Jun 08, 2023

Learn how a distillery from Statesville, NC is taking the whiskey world by storm and changing the game. It's not only us that believes this "Southern Distilling Company burnished that legacy with six medals at this year’s San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Announced today, Southern Distilling brought home double gold for Southern Star Paragon Cask Strength Single Barrel Straight Bourbon Whiskey and gold for Hunting Creek Bottled-in-Bond Rye Whiskey, along with four silver medals."

We sit down with owner Vienna Barger and her associate, Angelique de Buhr to discuss, and taste, some of the best new whiskey in the land. Cheers to Southern Distilling Company.

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Rising to Corporate Chef & Wolf With Dean Thompson Jun 01, 2023

Chef Dean Thompson is the Senior Director of Food & Bev Operations for Concord Hospitality.

Chef Dean sat down with the gents to enlighten them on

what are critical paths to opening a restaurant
Why rooftop bars are so lucrative
who is the best competition chef in the triangle
where to open your next restaurant or hotel?

Listen in for the keys on HOW you can become a corporate chef!

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How to Lose 400 lbs as a BBQ Pit-master May 25, 2023

Corner Boys BBQ James Sampson joined us in studio to talk about his struggles with eating, addiction and recovery, and most important, his friendship with his BBQ partner "the pit King" Jamal Nedd. We also get into his participation in this year's upcoming Bubbles & Brisket #3, happening Saturday, June 3rd in Downtown Raleigh.

The NC F&B Podcast brought back half of James Sampson to check in on his weight loss progress. That’s right, half of James. The former 819 lb pit-master from Corner Boys BBQ in Raleigh, NC has lost over 400 lbs and plans to lose another 200 lbs with the help and support of his BBQ angel Jamal.

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Andia's Ice Cream, Embrace The Texture! May 18, 2023

Andia and George Xouris set out to make the best hard scooped, small batch Ice Cream on the planet! If you don't believe us listen to this episode and then try it for yourself! Inside this episode you will learn:

The ideal air to ice cream ratio
how to become a Grand Master ice cream maker?
What are the key ingredients to making an elite small batch ice cream?

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Inside Vivian Howard's Home May 11, 2023

"Where'd Vivian Howard go?" No where, the truth is Vivian is as entrenched and as much of a visionary in the culinary world of the Carolinas as she ever was. With the new venture Viv's Fridge, the Charleston restaurants Lenoir and Handy & Hot plus Weekend at Vivan's, and all the writing Vivian is omnipresent! Oh and if you listen in to the episode you might get the scoop on what's going on with the new iteration of Chef & The Farmer....

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The Pizza Masters with Mission Pizza and Oakwood Pizza Box May 04, 2023

We sat down with Peyton from @missionpizzaws who arguably makes the best Neapolitan pizza in the country, right here in our great state and precisely in Winston Salem. With Matt on holiday we had to invite our resident pizza expert Anthony Guerra from @oakwoodpizzabox.nc and our friend Magnolia Megan @magnoliamegan joins in to help co-host the show. This episode is full of nerdy pizza talk that you will love to hear.

. There are so many good conversations in this episode, and let’s just say the pizza quality in our state is in good hands with these two experts! Sit down and grab a bag of hot pie for this episode, it’s a great one to tune in to! 🍕

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Beyond The Military Base, Fayetteville Has Delicious Restaurants! Apr 27, 2023

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Yes you read that right, there are some great places to eat in Fayetteville and Brian Graybill is helping pave that path! Brian is a military Veteran who grew up in Massachusetts but stayed in Fayetteville after service and now brings some spice to the food scene in the area.

@napkinsnc and @pansandwiches are the amazing spots that he helped bring to life in the area, and they are offering delicious recognizable meals, but with genuine twists that will keep you hooked!

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SnaCKs Provisions in Clayton, NC Apr 20, 2023

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This week we sat down with Corina Knott of @snacksprovisionco and Lindsay Yarborough of @deepriverbrewco, and yes we talked about cheese🧀 … and beer! 🍺

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Spirit, Bitters & Sweet With Greg Ewan Apr 13, 2023

Gin & Absinthe Bar “Low-key AF” This week we sat down with Greg @spillonpurpose and guest host Diesha @aglassabove_ to talk about gin! Greg runs the amazing @auntybettysbar located in Morgan Street Food Hall, and in this clip we asked him to talk about a few of his favorite gins!

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The Future of Shelf Stable Foods With Sinnovatek Apr 06, 2023

More shelf stable and delicious? This week we sat down with Amanda Vargochik and Michael Druga of @sinnovatek, and we learned A LOT about new food technology! They are helping create a platform for others to bring their products to market using new methods. Out with the old, in the with new and they are doing it right. Tune in to hear the whole story! There is way more that we dive in to including how they are helping entrepreneurs get started with their FirstWave Food Incubator program!

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Chef Steven Devereaux-Greene of The Umstead Hotel & Spa Mar 30, 2023

The epitome of hospitality presides in Chef Steven! This episode is teeming with knowledge nuggets:

What is the secret to making the best caesar salad?
Where is the best Lamb farm in the world
How the wine pairings are created at Herons
Why the spring quail dish kept SDG up at night?
How do you achieve a Forbes Five Diamond rating

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The Common Market Mar 16, 2023

The Common Market isn't so common...

The common market is coming to Durham, NC and people are asking, is it a Deli? A Bodega or simply a neighborhood living room? In this episode find out:

If your a business owner, do you own the business or does the business own you?
What was the bowtie incident at Matt's wedding?
Where is Coddle Creek Farms
How delicious is the Hot Chicken Alabama white grinder?

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Where will Matt be this month...

Saturday 3.25 A Saturday Soiree - The Wines of France at RTP Uncorked

Monday 3.27 Supper Club at Pimiento Tea Room

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Your Authentic Champagne Bar & A Resting B Face Mar 09, 2023

What is Champagne? Are all sparkling wines champagne? Is Champagne wine? Tiffany Welton of RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar joins the pod and all these questions and more are answered in this episode in addition to:

Six Feet Under insider info
What is so cool about Downtown Cary?
Why should you drink Cremant de Bourgogne?

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Takeout Central-Food delivery the myths & facts Mar 02, 2023

Move over Door Dash & Uber Eats, Takeout Central is taking the food delivery game to new heights! Cameron Long the CFO of Takeout Central tells us all about how to run a food delivery service that delivers food and hospitality.

This episode gets deep into;

-Where are your delivery fees going -Why the great debate about gratuity in restaurants and delivery is still raging? -Who should you be ordering food from? -How to do food delivery right?

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NC Chefs Battle It Out - Cooking for the Kids Feb 23, 2023

Cooking for the Kids is a fun, exciting competition among some of the Triangle’s premier chefs where guests and culinary judges decide which chef advances to the next round. The competition raises funds for overflowinghands.org in order to help less fortunate children.

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The following chefs joined the pod to discuss their battle prep:

Preeti Waas of Cheeni
Josiah Halbohm of Young Hearts Distilling
Jaime Adams of Catalan Tapas
Kyle Teears of Craften
Kyle Fletcher of Bodega Tapas

What Ingredients they are most scared of? How will they spend the $10k winnings ?

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Japanese Pizza with Chef Katsuji & V Pizza's Ant Rapillo Feb 16, 2023

Top Chef Katsuji Tanabe and Anthony Rapillo of V Pizza sit down and get wild. Well, wild pizza nerd talk. In this episode find out:

What exactly is Japanese pizza?
The secret to fish sauce?
Who puts soy sauce on their Mexican food?
When to put salt in your pizza dough?
How to do hand made tortillas?
Where is Katsuji's newest restaurant?
Why are they doing a 5 course Japanese pizza dinner with cocktail pairings at the Brier Creek location on Monday February 20th and how to get tix?

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The Talisman of Tapas at Las Ramblas Raleigh Feb 09, 2023

The Secret to cooking octopus is revealed by Chef Brian Jenzer in this episode. Chef Brian is part owner and Chef of both Rosewater and Las Ramblas in North Hills Raleigh. This episode is as rich as morcilla (blood sausage)with knowledge, find out:

What are the 3 must have ingredients for cooking spanish food?
Who was Chepe the pig
How great of a surfer was Chef Brian?
Where does the genesis of a Spanish restaurant begin?
Hedley & Bennet Knives vs Middleton Knives

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(American) Graffiti in Cary Feb 02, 2023

“Some people become cops because they want to make the world a better place. Some people become vandals because they want to make the world a better looking place.” ― Banksy

Podcasts colliding with the gents from the 919 Beer Podcast joining Matt & Max to talk about their new spot in downtown Cary Graffiti Axes and Art! In this episode-

What is a elite Ice Program?
When is Axes for Exes?
Why Axe throwing?
Where are you on your beer journey?
The Secret of PBR
And finally Max reveals his favorite all time beer...

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Eater Carolinas Dishes on How to Find Hidden Gem Restaurants Jan 26, 2023

The power of the pen (err typewriter) is sometimes mightier than the chef knife. In this episode, Eater Carolinas' Editor, Erin Perkins, & writer, Matthew Lardie, enlighten us on:

How to get noticed by the James Beard Foundation
Where Eater finds the next best place to eat
The greatest life hack in whatever you do is, find yourself someone to edit you!

Also- Noma closing, IN-N-OUT in Tennessee & tipped vs salaried wages.

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The Center of Art, Food & Local at Rebus Works Jan 19, 2023

✨Hidden Gem Alert!!✨ We found your one stop shop for locally packaged goods, carefully crafted coffee, and a friendly, welcoming environment. @rebusworks might be tucked away in the Boylan district of Raleigh, but it’s impact on the community and effect on North Carolina small businesses reaches well beyond that. Tune in to learn all about this Raleigh hidden gem.

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The Presidents Cup part 1 Jan 12, 2023

Can you believe they let Max & Matt in to Quail Hollow Golf Club in charlotte? They did! The PGA Tour has made an effort to improve and localize their food offerings. M&M got to go inside the ropes and behind the scenes to experience it!

In these episodes we caught up with;

Chris Coleman- Goodyear House

Andario Johnson- Cuzzo's Cuisine

La Caseta- Marco Gonzales

El Toro Bruto - Hector Gonzales

INIZIO Pizza

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Presidents Cup part 2 Jan 12, 2023

Can you believe they let Max & Matt in to Quail Hollow Golf Club in charlotte? They did! The PGA Tour has made an effort to improve and localize their food offerings. M&M got to go inside the ropes and behind the scenes to experience it!

In these episodes we caught up with;

Chris Coleman- Goodyear House

Andario Johnson- Cuzzo's Cuisine

La Caseta- Marco Gonzales

El Toro Bruto - Hector Gonzales

INIZIO Pizza

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It’s Time to Make Tepuy Donuts Jan 05, 2023

Time to make the donuts so move over Krispy Kreme, Alejandro Contreras is a genius with doughnuts (oh and he is also really talented at pizza...)

Inside this episode;

What is a Tepuy
The power of Sourdough donuts
Why Alejandro is the smitten with donuts

This episode will make you want to go buy more than a dozen!

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The Comeback Year 2022 Dec 29, 2022

From High Hampton to Charleston. Interviewing pillars of the community such as Scott Crawford and Ricky Moore, and judging major food competitions 2022 has been chock full of travel, food and stories. Max and Matt put the year in a nice pretty bow for you. If you missed anything this year, listen to this episode and you will be all caught up! Eat & Drink extremely merrily in 2023!

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Jeremy Norris AKA Jon Hamm Santa of Broadslab Distillery Dec 22, 2022

If you love bourbon, you’ll love tomorrow's episode! Master Distiller Jeremy Norris from @broadslabdistillery came by and not only shared all his distilling secrets, but he also spilled the tea (for the very first time publicly) his new patented aging technique.

Inside the episode;

what is the biggest thing growing in NC right now?
How do you do "strip distilling?'
Who does "FLu'cured bourbon?"

Listen in and get up to date on all things bourbon and rye 🥃 Episode sponsored in part by @visitjoco

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Happy Holidays with Broadslab Distillery Dec 22, 2022

Holiday Events-

What is Hanukkah and why Latkes? Matt teaches us about the Maccabee's
Where is Max going
How does Jeremy cook
Who is drinking what for the holidays?

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The News with Nate Garyantes of Mateo's Dec 15, 2022

Chef Nate weighs in on-

Cannabis Drinks
Sobriety in the industry
What is California Sober

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The Maestro of Mateo's Chef Nate Garyantes Dec 15, 2022

Chef Nate has been at the helm of Mateo's for years and he has now been tapped to re-create/re-invent the new Nana's of Durham. In this episode Chef Nate gets deep into;

What it's like to work for Jose Andres
How it is to be the Chef vs the owner?
When to cook to the concept?

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The News with Fiction Kitchen's Caroline Morrison Dec 08, 2022

Laboratory made meat
EMP Plant based menu
Why you should eat the skin of fruits & veggies

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If Nothing Died For It, I'd Try It." -Fiction Kitchen's Caroline Morrison Dec 08, 2022

This week Chef Caroline Morrison of Fiction Kitchen helps us delve into the world of Vegan food!

Chef Caroline is a Legumes half full kind of person and she schooled us on a few plant based ideas:

Why you should walk the edges of the supermarket
Learn a Vegan fast food hack
How to cook Seitan turkey
The secrets of mushroom powder!

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Roadtrip to Jon G's BBQ! Dec 01, 2022

Hello and welcome to a special episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage podcast. I’m your host Max Trujillo and this week, we took the show on the road!

We ventured to Peachland, NC to visit Jon G’s BBQ. On this journey, I hopped in the SUV with former guest and recurring guest co-host Kyle Sutton of Bestow Baked Goods. This was Kyle’s brainchild of an episode - which was a thoughtfully planned out tailgate party in anticipation of enjoying some of the best brisket in the state - Jon G’s BBQ.

Along for the ride are fellow BBQ enthusiasts Curtis Bradley and Luke Minogue who added great content for the trip.

Matthew Weiss sadly wasn’t able to attend, so we saved some brisket on our journey back home.

What I found to be really interesting, is a tailgate at an NC bbq joint is a slice of Americana most people are unaware of. Kyle did more than enough by assembling breakfast dishes that included memphis style dry runner smoked wings, a savory bread budding, brownies and cold brew coffee. And because he’s a professional and knew there’d be a huge gathering of other BBQ lovers, he actually brought enough to share with dozens of people.

This episode, available both as an audio podcast and on our YouTube station, take you behind the scenes of what it takes a master at the helm of his craft - Jon G himself - or better know as Garren Kirkman. Who joined up with us when we arrived at 8am to discuss his craft and how we created Jon G’s BBQ.

We will get into a celebrity wedding he catered, his type of smoker of choice, wood choice, heck, even the salt and pepper he uses.

There’s a lot of fun BBQ nerd talk so sit back and let the smoke fill your ears.

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Spinning Plates with Chef Steve Day & Chef David Mitchell Nov 24, 2022

Creating a flagship restaurant takes innovation and

stick-to-itiveness! On Glenwood south in Raleigh, where nobody thought elevated cuisine could survive, Steve Day & David Mitchell have thrived. Listen in to find out how a background in English cuisine set Steve and David up for success.

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Fine Wine & Live Bait at Taylor's Wine Shop Nov 17, 2022

A fine wine shop inside of a gas station? Yes you read that correctly. Over the years Taylor's has become one of the finest wine shops in the entire state North Carolina. Listen in to find out the secret of Taylor's success.

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The News with Hatchet Brewing Nov 10, 2022

Non alc beer
Has the bubble burst on craft brewing?
Pete's Wicked Ale?

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Hatchet Brewing Nov 10, 2022

Thanking the veterans of the US Military for their service we welcomed in the gents from Hatchet Brewing!

"Brewing beer is fundamentally a question of art and science. Too much art, and you’re left with chaos. But too much science and you get Budweiser "😉Luckily the guys @hatchetbrewing have found the perfect blend and they stopped in to tell us all about the brewing process.

Also, will Matt & Max make the Saison?

And learn about the original breweries of the Triangle!

"Also, hear the details about Hatchet Brewing Company's collab with the Pineland Underground Podcast @u.s.armyswcs and @charles.p.ritter for Veteran's Day."

Don’t miss this episode!

Events-Wanna drink wine with Matt? He will be pouring some delicious fermented grape juice at Taylor's Wine Shop in Raleigh to go drink wine with Matt! its a wine shop in a gas station and it's awesome!

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The NEWS with Writer Eric Ginsburg Nov 03, 2022

Topics discussed with food writer Eric Ginsburg;

The downfall of downtown Raleigh dining?
Controlled liquor status
Jewish holiday recipes

Events-Wednesday November 9th learn about and drink Argentine wine with Matt and Catena at RTP Uncorked . Luxury wines and food provided by Fullsteam. For more details click link or email rtpuncorked@gmail.com

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Write About Food For A living Like Eric Ginsburg Nov 03, 2022

How do you get paid to write about what you eat? Discover Chefs and restaurants and get compensated for that? Write riveting material about culture and be recognized for it. Writer Eric Ginsburg shares the secrets on how to accomplish the aforementioned seemingly unattainable goals.

Also in this episode-

Why NC ABC is "the relic of a puritanical system." And, the secret recipe to a Borscht Crostini!

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The T.Ruth of Johnny's Pizza and The Raleigh Mayoral Race Oct 27, 2022

What can be done about the growing unhoused population, and inflated housing market? And how can pizza help bring a community together? This week we just have one episode because it’s ALL about current events. We sat down with Johnny from @johnnyspizzanc and Mayoral candidate Terrance Ruth to hear how their partnership #pizzaforpoverty is bringing more life into Raleigh. Listen in and let us know your thoughts on pizza and politics 😏

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Oktoberfest with Capital Club 16 Oct 20, 2022

Chef Jake Wolf has honored the traditions of Bavaria at Capital Club 16 and this episode is Kraut-ful with great information about German food and Oktoberfest!

The story of Oktoberfest and King Ludwig & Princess Therese
Schnitzel Variation
Polka punk rock with Moesl Franzi and the Ja Ja Jas
cold potato salad
what happened to Lowenbrau

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The NEWS with Chef Oscar Gnapi Oct 13, 2022

The kitchen collaboration with La Tour D'Argent & The French Laundry

Incorporating plant based proteins on your menu

Allergy Binder

What to do this month?

Music & Drinks: Oktoberfest at Capital Club 16 Oct 14!

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Oscar Gnapi is Keeping the Wood Fired Oven Running Oct 13, 2022

Fenton in Cary is the new "IT" spot and inside of it is Coletta helmed by Parisian born Chef Oscar Gnapi. Inside the episode contains:

The great debate of Gorogonzola vs Goat Cheese
How you can constantly keep a pizza oven above 400 degrees.
Why doing pull ups in the French Army will allow you to eat.

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The NEWS - with Ex-Voto & Centro Oct 06, 2022

Dia de los Muertos is coming and so is the Day of the Dead 5k, hosted by Centro to support the Brentwood Boys and Girls Club (Oct 29!).It has only been 5 years, 2 months and 3 days since Angela Salamanca and Marshall Davis were on the show, and it felt great hearing about their amazing growth, from Centro - Gallo Pelon, to their latest concept Ex-Voto at the Durham Food Hall. We break up this show into 2 parts to discuss the 5k, losing friends and family, food halls, mezcal, Mexican pizza, hard seltzers, Coco, semi pornographic logos, our Halloween costumes and more.

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Dia de Los Muertes, Crunch Wraps & Mezcal Oct 06, 2022

Dia de los Muertos is coming and so is the Day of the Dead 5k, hosted by Centro to support the Brentwood Boys and Girls Club (Oct 29!).It has only been 5 years, 2 months and 3 days since Angela Salamanca and Marshall Davis were on the show, and it felt great hearing about their amazing growth, from Centro - Gallo Pelon, to their latest concept Ex-Voto at the Durham Food Hall. We break up this show into 2 parts to discuss the 5k, losing friends and family, food halls, mezcal, Mexican pizza, hard seltzers, Coco, semi pornographic logos, our Halloween costumes and more.

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Max & Matt Judge the NC Our State Awards 2022 - Food Category Sep 29, 2022

Have you wondered how food competitions work? Max & Matt take you inside their judgement of the Our State Magazine Made In NC Food Awards. Understand how, what, where and why one food item is chosen over another? Food Category WINNER! Lamb Salami by Sun Raised Foods

Based in Cornelius, Sun Raised Foods was started in 2018 based on the belief that smart people care where their meat comes from and what’s in it. They produce delicious dry-cured salami that is made from lamb raised on the green pastures of North Carolina solar farms. The farmers Sun Raised Foods works with are required to be Animal Welfare Approved and cannot use antibiotics or artificial growth hormones on their lambs. The lambs are domestic breeds, which have more of a mild, less gamey flavor. Family-owned North Carolina companies process the lamb before the cuts are sent to one of the highest quality dry-curing facilities in the country. Sun Raised Foods has two flavors of lamb salami: The Finocchiona salami has a robust flavor with a hint of fennel to balance the pepper, and the Sweet Soppressata salami has a slight cherry note that is complemented by cracked red pepper, which creates a mildly sweet and spicy flavor. Honorable Mentions

Butter Toffee Popcorn by Andia’s Ice Cream in collaboration with Ella’s Popcorn, Durham Toffee, and Chocolatay Confections
Drovers Road by Looking Glass Creamery
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Realizing New Dreams In The Food Industry Sep 22, 2022

What we discuss in Nashville with food writer Mackensy Lunsford:

The Best Hot Chicken
Sean Brock
Best Brewery in Nashville
Best Food Truck in Nashville
The Life of a food writer

Check out her writing here:

Mackensy Lunsford - Food and Culture Storyteller for USA Today Network South

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A State of The NC F&B Pod Union Sep 15, 2022

Who the hell are Max & Matt? This episode takes you behind the microphones of the NC F&B Podcast. All the following questions might be answered;

Where did they come from?

Why should we listen to them?

What do they do now besides podcast?

How have they been doing this show for almost 6 years?

A wild ride, tune in!

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On Top Of The World To Tarboro - Part 2 Sep 08, 2022

Exploring current culinary topics with Stephen Ribustello:

Eco-Green Kitchens

Fenton, Cary

Inflation

Mexican Pizza

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On Top of The World To Tarboro Sep 08, 2022

The genesis of On The Square restaurant in Tarboro, NC is astounding, it's now celebrating 20 years. Stephen Ribustello the Chef at the helm came into the studios to chat about it. We talked about:

Working with Kevin Zraly at WIndows On The World
Being Invited by Jeremy Seysses to work harvest at Domaine Dujac
How 9.11 changed Stephen's life

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What The Heck Is An Indian Gastropub Part 2 W/ Nick Singh Sep 01, 2022

The story of the Viceroy Durham is heart-wrenching and warming all in one. Tune in to listen to the origins of this story and more;

Where did Chicken Tikka Masala get invented?
What is authentic Indian food?
How do you say Birmingham?
Why open a restaurant in Hillsborough, NC?

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What the Heck Is An Indian Gastropub W/ Nick Singh Sep 01, 2022

The story of the Viceroy Durham is heart-wrenching and warming all in one. Tune in to listen to the origins of this story and more;

Where did Chicken Tikka Masala get invented?
What is authentic Indian food?
How do you say Birmingham?
Why open a restaurant in Hillsborough, NC?

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Working in Today's Kitchens with Chef Saif Rahman Aug 25, 2022

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Remember The American Dream? Chef Saif Rahman is Living it Aug 25, 2022

An epic TWO "PARTer" about Chef Saif Rahman. The story about Chef Saif begins as a little boy with barely any hair on top his head growing up in Bangladesh, to his time studying at the Paul Bocuse Institute in France. Now Mr. Rahman is working as the head chef @vidrioraleigh. Rahman’s immigration backstory will have you tingling. What's more is when he lived in a one bedroom New York apartment with all five of his family members, and ultimately still found his passion for food and cooking.

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Queens Orders Honey Aug 18, 2022

Good honey comes from great beekeeping. Justin Orders has got the Bee World buzzing! This episode is so sweet and rich with:

The Hive Host Program

Does organic honey exist?

What is a langstroth hive?

Have you heard of Bee Yoga?

How is Royal Jelly made?

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Washing Dishes In Portugal With Chef Dean Neff Aug 11, 2022

Chef Neff waxes poetic about what he would be doing if not helming the kitchen at Wilmington's Seabird.

Chef Dean has learned a lot in the restaurant business, especially being a disciple from the likes of Chef Hugh Acheson. Chef kindly dropped some knowledge nuggets on the show;

How to choose the name and concept for your restaurant.
What makes a successful soft opening.
Why do oysters with schmaltz?
When to leave a restaurant job.

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Your next Summer "Getaway" With Chef Ashleigh Fleming - Bluejay Bistro Aug 04, 2022

Looking for your next summer getaway? Who knew that Littleton, NC had so much going on?

On top of the list is of course going to visit Chef Ashleigh Fleming at Blue Jay Bistro but on top of that there's:

Lake Gaston

Daphne's Coffee Shop

Lakeland Cultural Center

Last but certainly not least, the Cryptozoology Museum!

Also in this episode is Sarah Hester of Ripe Revival to chat about Reviving the Supper Club Chef series which "revives the community through food!"

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How Nut Butter Can Change The World With Big Spoon Roasters Jul 28, 2022

Do you love peanut butter? This is a story of how a craving for the ultimate snack changed the way we eat. Also in this episode;

The Story of Palm Oil

What is slow food?

Do Almonds or Cows use more water?

Click in to find out the mysteries of nut butters and more.

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French Technique & NC Ingredients With Chef Kyle Teears Jul 21, 2022

Chef Kyle keeps it simple and gets it done. Saint Jacques French Cuisine is a Raleigh institution and a genuine glimpse into France. This episode is packed with so many nuggets of info;

What is the culinary equivalent of going from piloting an Airbus to a cessna?
Can we find North Carolina butter?
Why the Fried Chicken Sandwich is like Hulu's The Bear?

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JewFro Jul 14, 2022

The buzz you’ve been hearing isn’t from a pair of clippers, it’s just the talk of the town cuz Jewfro and Soul Taco are coming from Richmond to Raleigh and we’re here to be your glossary to the inside workings of these two unique concepts. Here are the need to listen points;

Tacos don't have opinions but Gefilte fish do!

Nick Cannon Comments

The Path to a non racial world is to not be color blind

What is cholent?

Note*** The references to Nigerian godess Oshun are for Yemaya

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"Edible North Carolina; A Journey Across A State of Flavor" Jul 07, 2022

Marcie Cohen Ferris is the food historian of North Carolina and she has a new book out that will make you hungry and curious!

Listen in to find out why North Carolina has more pigs than people.

What's the best cocktail in North Carolina?

Who taught Ricky Moore how to cook seafood!

Edible North Carolina: A Journey Across a State of Flavor Forthcoming from UNC Press, Spring 2022

Learn more and order here.

Editor, Marcie Cohen Ferris, Associate Editor, KC Hysmith

Photography: Baxter Miller, and Ryan Stancil—creative producer; UNC Press; ediblenc.com

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I need Good Food Now With Jimmybars Jun 30, 2022

This is the story of how a high protein, low sugar bar punches above it's weight to become a culinary champion!

The CEO of Jimmybars Jim Simon joins us to discuss how to compete in a culinary realm where you eat for function. Topics in this episode include:

Who Cliff Bars sold to?

Why we "eat with our eyes?"

When is a product shelf stable for Amazon?

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Enhance Your Cocktail With Remedy Cocktail Bitters Jun 23, 2022

How can I make my favorite cocktail at home?

Why don't the cocktails at my local bar taste exceptional?

Where can I find a secret ingredient to make my cocktail taste the way I want it to?

All these FAQ"S answered within this episode with Rob & Arianna.

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"Eat Me First Box" with Food Waste Feast Jun 16, 2022

"Waste not want not!" Genius is abundant in this episode.

The brilliance of Mei's "open book management," to help create transparency in the restaurant business.
What is a Certified Master Composter
How simple and delicious a pickle brine is.
recipes to save food in your own kitchen

Click in to hear about how sisters Irene & Mei Li received the JBF award for leadership. Not only are they leaders in their two businesses Food Waste Feast & Mei Mei Dumplings but their family life is so functioning they wrote a book with their younger brother!

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Bonus Episode! Recap of the JBF Awards & Office Talk Podcast from Raleigh Magazine Jun 14, 2022

Hey everyone - here's quick recap of last night's JBF Awards held at the Lyric In Chicago. NC was HUGE! Listen as we recap the winners from the Southeast region to Outstanding Restaurant and Outstanding Hospitality. Spoiler alert... the city of Asheville was a big winner.

And listen to the newly released podcast, Office Talk. Produced by Earfluence Media, Office Talk is a Raleigh Magazine podcast that goes deeper into the stories of the magazine and the happenings around our beautiful capital City of Oaks. Hosted by Gina Stephens with Adam Ginsburg dropping by for this particular episode.

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Bubbles & Brisket 2022 Recap Jun 09, 2022

Bubbles & Brisket was banging, bountiful, brilliant, bedazzled., there rally aren't enough written words so we had to speak about it. You can listen in to get a sense of how beautiful the event was but really you will just need to be there for #bubblesandbrisket23

However, you can find out who won the heated trivia contests between the chefs!

Raleigh descended upon Smoky Hollow for;

10- Q chefs

21-Bubbly wines

Beer, Beats, Games and giveaways.

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Twas the Night Before Bubbles & Brisket Jun 03, 2022

Hey Y'all - If you haven't purchased your ticket to our 2nd annual Bubbles And Brisket... well.... what are you waiting for?

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Getting Salty With Nons Pinching Salts Jun 02, 2022

"I would put this S*^t on everything." Nons salts were created from an old family recipe to bring insane flavor to your food! Nons Salts uses fresh ingredients to enhance the flavor of their salt and bring pleasure to your culinary world. Listen in to hear how they preserve the ingredients and make the salt sing.

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The New School of Chef's with Chef Alex Ricci & Jimmy Kim May 26, 2022

How does a korean dude create delicious Italian food?

This is the story of owner Jimmy Kim and finding his emerging star chef to create his Kortalian kitchen!

Alex and Jimmy enlightened the pod on many topics;

Plating- "every ingredient will find it's home."

Culture- "Work with me not for me."

In the Kitchen motto- "Nothing is stronger than family."

And, finally we get down to the real question of, is Max an old man or a middle aged man?"

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Whisky Time-An Angel's Share of Kentucky Hugs At High Hampton May 20, 2022

A Whiskey Story-The Place - High Hampton, Cashiers, NC.

The Itinerary:

Wild Turkey Rare Breed

Barrell "Dovetail Whiskey"

There was Wheat whiskey, rye whiskey, straight bourbon, & more this episode is "grainful." Plus you have to hear about the insanely delicious chicken sando to line the bellies prior to the tasting.

Download in as Max & Matt go to whiskey school, oh and the wives are there too...

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Living The Dream At High Hampton May 19, 2022

Unless you’ve seen the beauty at High Hampton for yourself, you’ll want reference photos for this podcast. We traveled to Cashiers, North Carolina for a luxurious stay @highhamptonnc and our words alone cannot convey how breathtaking the scenery is! This place isn’t just easy on the eyes, this inclusive resort includes Executive Chef Scott Franqueza running the kitchen and creating innovative, fresh, and dynamic menus for resort guests to enjoy. We sat down with Chef Scott (after enjoying plenty of his food ourselves) and discussed;

What goes into creating a rotating seasonal menu
why he turned down a position at The French Laundry, and
How is Chef life at a resort as prestigious as High Hampton

Listen in and check our IG for more stunning pictures!

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Estrella En Ascenso, Chef Kevin Ruiz May 12, 2022

Have you wondered what it's like to be on Chopped, Chef Kevin Ruiz's Episode Sexy Feast aired on Wednesday May 11th 2022 and he tells all in this episode!

Chef Ruiz also explains what is authentic Puerto Rican Food and how that will play in Bendito.

Click in to find out how Bendito will change the Raleigh Dining Scene.

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What to Plant Now at Smith's Nursery May 05, 2022

You’ve heard a lot of the chefs we’ve interviewed talk about sourcing their food from local farmers; so we decided to talk with a NC farmer and finally learn what goes into growing the food we love to rave about! Chris Smith of @smithsnursery drove out from Johnston County to tell us about his produce greenhouse and how Matt can successfully grow carrots in his own backyard. Listen in for tips and tricks that will surely turn your thumb green!

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New York Times Chief WIne Critic Eric Asimov Apr 28, 2022

Have you heard of a small newspaper called The New York Times? Chief Wine Critic Eric Asimov joined Max & Matt to chat about how one gets to write about wine for a living and what that entails. Mr. Asimov gives us insight into what it's like to be one of the most influential and respected authorities on any subject. However, this episode will fast-track you to being a wine pro, hurry up and listen!

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Stadium Food & Beverage At PNC Arena Apr 21, 2022

Have you ever been to a concert, sporting event, or even Disney on Ice, and enjoyed a snack or two while you’re there? We bet you never thought about what goes on behind the scenes to bring you those brisket tacos (smoked in house) or gourmet hot dogs! The Vice President of Food and Beverage for the @pncarena stopped by The Kitchen, with a case of the highest selling product #stormbrew 🍻 and we dove into what it means to direct 3 prep kitchens, 12 concession stands, and 50 portable food carts.

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Big Texas BBQ With Nick Dampf Apr 14, 2022

We sat down with Nick Dampf himself to talk about his transition from Cisco sales rep to a full-time pitmaster (a term Nick’s too humble to use).We learned:

What do you get when you mix weekend pop-ups, Texas style BBQ, and a 2000 gallon smoker? Dampf Good BBQ of course!
How to work on a behemoth smoker
why the interest in pork steak is.

Listen in to hear for yourself to hear what exciting plans Nick has in store and we guarantee a Dampf good time! Taste Dampf’s BBQ for yourself at this years Bubbles and Brisket -click the link for your tix.

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The Mad Scientist of Sandwiches Dwells At Ish Delicatessen Apr 07, 2022

It is impossible to describe ISH Delicatessen in a blurb, you must listen to get inside of how one becomes a mad scientist of sandwiches. Also;

What the heck is in the fish melt?
Which is the best mayo for which sandwich
How did Boulted Bread help create the outstanding Rye Bread
Where is Bay Cities Deli?

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How A Local Legend Fits An Already Strong Team At The Durham Hotel Mar 31, 2022

If you know the Durham food world, you know Chef Shane Ingram formerly of Foursquare, One and G2B! The Durham hotel had come together as a strong team after the departure of Andrea Reusing. How would a "big name" such as Shane fit into this humble team? Listen in to find out that and;

Why the Food Network changed the world of Restaurants.
When is the Prodigal farm dinner
What it was like to work with Emeril & Charlie Trotter

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How To Be Authentically Chef Ricky Moore Mar 24, 2022

Chef Ricky Moore left behind the life of a Michelin Starred chef to open up a Seafood "Joint."- Saltbox Seafood Joint Listen in to find out why Ricky left his lofty position and the reason he's so smooth...

Also in this episode-

How you get to be a JBF finalist?
Ricky's top hip-hop songs?
What is a classic Fish Sandwich

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Chef Joe Flamm & Richard Gruica Mar 17, 2022

Max and Matt headed down to Charleston Wine & Food to chat with the movers and shakers of the culinary world! In this mini-sode Max caught up with Chef Joe Flamm of Top Chef Fame and Richard Gruica the maven of Croatian cooking.

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Maneet Chauhan talks Chaat Mar 17, 2022

Max and Matt headed down to Charleston Wine & Food to chat with the movers and shakers of the culinary world! In this mini-sode Max invited the 2021 NCFB POTY Preeti Waas to co-host. Max & Preeti caught up with Maneet Chauthan the Queen of Indian cuisine in America.

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2022 Outstanding Pastry Chef Nominee Claudia Martinez Mar 17, 2022

Max and Matt headed down to Charleston Wine & Food to chat with the movers and shakers of the culinary world! In this mini-sode Max and Matt caught up with the pastry chef of Atlanta’s Miller Union Chef Claudia Martinez who is nominated for This years JBF Award for Outstanding Pastry Chef.

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Quintin Middleton's Knives Sharpen our Skills Mar 17, 2022

Max and Matt headed down to Charleston Wine & Food to chat with the movers and shakers of the culinary world! In this mini-sode Max and Matt caught up with Quentin Middleton an expert knife maker to some of the best chef’s in the biz.

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The New Commander Chef Megan “Meg” Bickford Mar 17, 2022

Max and Matt headed down to Charleston Wine & Food to chat with the movers and shakers of the culinary world! In this mini-sode Max & Matt caught up with Meg Bickford the first ever female executive chef of the culinary institution that is Commanders Palace of New Orleans!

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Chef Scott Crawford part 2 Mar 10, 2022

Part 2 of our conversation with Chef Scott Crawford.

Family, cooking, motorcycles and guitars, are the pillars of Chef Scott Crawfords life.

Despite coming close to death and nearly succumbing to addiction Chef Scott carved out a piece of the restaurant industry all for himself and his family! Chef Scott has recieved 5 JBF noms, owns 3 restaurants with a 4th coming yet there is still more he wants from this industry...

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Chef Scott Crawford part 1 Mar 03, 2022

Family, cooking, motorcycles and guitars, are the pillars of Chef Scott Crawfords life.

Despite coming close to death and nearly succumbing to addiction Chef Scott carved out a piece of the restaurant industry all for himself and his family! Chef Scott has recieved 5 JBF noms, owns 3 restaurants with a 4th coming yet there is still more he wants from this industry...

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The Future of Whiskey Is Next Century Spirits Feb 24, 2022

NC State's Dr. Joel Pawlak has created a pseudo DeLorean to bring whiskey into the future. If you love whiskey and spirits there is so mucht to consume in this episode!

How to age spirits.
What is white labeling
Did you know that India is the largest whiskey drinking country in the world?
What is Trap Music?
Who is defining The American Single Malt Whiskey Category?

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Purpose & Fulfillment All In A Little Blue Macaron Feb 17, 2022

The call of making Macaron's gave Allison & Carl Vick new meaning in life! Hear how they left their corporate lives behind to build a Macaron business and a family together!

In this episode Max & Matt learned:

What's the difference between a Macaron & a Macaroon
Who is BTS
Why baking with flour can be a challenge in North Carolina.
How to make nixtatacos

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Is Education Necessary to Succeed In Hospitality? Feb 10, 2022

How can formal education help your carreer in hospitality? Dr. Bob O’Halloran , the Director of the School Hospitality Leadership at @eastcarolinauniv.☠️ talks a about what it means to be a chef and how to run a restaurant. Bob's program teaches you hand on information such as how to actually make it in the industry. Tune in to get schooled and learn more about ECU’s hospitality program!

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Sound Palate with Kitty Kinnin Feb 08, 2022

Here's a bonus episode and a simulcast of the new podcast Sound Palate with Kitty Kinnin of 96.1 BBB on the radio!

Kitty sits down with our co-host of the NC F&B Podcast, Max Trujillo, to discuss his brand new food Hall, Craften - opening up in Knightdale, NC this Friday, Feb 11th.

She also gets into Max's previous music career, how he and Matt Weiss met, then created the NC F&B Podcast and more... There's also a little Raider talk because they're both die hard fans.

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Explosions & Pandemics Can't Keep Chef Matt Kelly Down Feb 03, 2022

Saint James Seafood is ready to reopen despite unforseen barriers for a 3rd time.

"Flavor is critical."

Chef Matt talks about why Saint James is so important to the Durham community and why he had to get it back open!

Also in this episode, chatter about how Matt became a Chef, is it ok to eat octopus and what pairs with sherry?

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The Sultana of Sugar at Wonderpuff Cotton Candy Jan 27, 2022

Who-Jackie Morin is the Queen of Cotton Candy!

Why- Cotton candy is a symbol of happiness, sweetness and color.

When-Jackie walks into a room its like a disco ball went off.

What- was the best quote from this episode, "grief is love perservering."

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Finding Work/Life Balance In A Cloud of Southern Smoke Jan 20, 2022

"On a very special episode" of the NC F&B, the guys sit down with Matthew Register & Rodolfo Sandoval and discover how to find work/life balance in the restaurant industry. Here's some things discovered and discussed;

How do you organize your weekly schedule?
Who to have as a support system?
When to schedule family time?
What is a "tweezer chef" and a Pibil Taco?
Why you should care even if you don't have a family?

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Solving The Restaurant Staffing Epidemic With Gigpro Jan 13, 2022

Do you need more staff? Gigpro is to restaurant staffing what Airbnb is to lodging or Uber to transportation and Tinder to...eh disregard that last comparison. Chef Ben Ellsworth felt the problems from the beginning of the staffing epidemic, a light bulb went off on how to solve it and now the solution is at the tip of your fingers!

Listen in to hear how you can better your business or your career. Also learn:

The entrepreneurial spirit of florists
Why every restaurant person should read Anthony Bourdain's Kitchen Confidential
What will attract a new labor force?

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Devil's Foot Beverages Jan 06, 2022

Ben Colvin is bringing craft brewing to soda! Whether or not you’re partaking in Dry January, you can get down with @devilsfootbrew nonalcoholic beverages (word on the street is they make a pretty good mixer too…)! On this episode, we sit down with founder Ben Colvin to chat about his background in wilderness therapy and conservation. We also learn how Ben transitioned into making nonalcoholic beverages and where the name Devil’s Foot comes from. Actually the process of making DB Brews is very similar to making beer. Tune in to hear more!

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The Best of of 2021 Dec 30, 2021

2021 was an extremely challenging year, yet it proved to be quite fruitful. Max and Matt recap a year of new heights on the pod, the realization of new businesses and the creation of annual events.

While Matt and Max have come to the realization that neither of them are Barbara "Wawa" Walters, it turns out that people feel very comfortable talking with them and sharing their true feelings.

Au revoir 2021, Bon Jour 2022!

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Queeny's of Durham Dec 23, 2021

Queeny's is a place for the community of Durham.

Imagine a "gastropub" located in the heart of Durham, that is a community center. Queeny's is not only great food and drink but there are events like book clubs and live podcasts!

Sean Umstead, Michelle Vanderwalker and King Kenney are the royal triumvirate of behind Kingfisher, Queeny's and soon to be Queen Burger! Sean heads food and drink, Michelle is the design factor and King is leading events and it all works.

Also in this episode learn what momofukation is and if Max Trujillo has been naughty or nice this year?

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Maple Leafs, Hockey and BBQ... We have a Canadian Visitor! Dec 16, 2021

Sometimes a little perspective is all you need to snap it all into focus. A BBQ obsessed Canadian e-mailed us from Edmonton, Alberta with an NC itinerary for the ages.

https://www.pittcountybbq.com

Peter Zukiwski of Pitt County BBQ has been studying NC BBQ for years to understand the beauty and technique of what makes the Old North State so special. Peter traveled to NC to visit all of the best producers in the state and dropped by the studios to talk about it. Listen to a one on one interview with Max and Peter as they talk about the various styles of what makes NC unique in the scope of BBQ across the land.

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Best New Restaurant in America Fonda Lupita (One of 11) Dec 09, 2021

Biridiana and Alondra Frausto of @fondalupitanc in Sanford, NC are one of @eater’s best 11 new restaurants in America this year! Fonda Lupita does not serve your typical Mexican fare, rather everything is made how their mom (Lupita) would make it at home (with recipes inspired by Queretaro Mexico where their mom is from). We talk about their journey in the restaurant biz and how they landed in Sanford, as well as how the Eater article has affected their business.

Find out what Menudo is and how what's the deal with quesabirria?

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Crazy For Cookies With Bites of Sam Dec 02, 2021

Sam Hess will turn you into a "cookie monster!"

Compelled to do something to help during the social unrest of June 2020 Sam decided she would use her baking talents to raise money for the Exoneration Initiative. Not only did this help the Black Lives Matter Movement but it proved to Sam that she could use her baking skills professionally. Sam figured out exactly what it would take to quit her day job and follow her passion of baking.

This is a story of passion, inspiration and diligence. Some have said that Bites of Sam are to cookies what Ben and Jerry's is to Ice Cream.

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Muscadine Time With Hinnant Vineyards Nov 24, 2021

Muscadine, we know this will elicit lots of feelings and opinions but the truth is, lots of folks like and buy these wines. Let's dive into why Muscadine sells.

Hinnant Vineyards is one of the top producers of Muscadine wines in North Carolina!

Muscadine is sweet yes.

Muscadine is a group of grapes that is very comfortable in the humid summers of the south.

Muscadine grows very well in North Carolina.

Muscadine provides the capital for North Carolina's burgeoning wine industry to make all types of wine!

Now lets talk turkey, what are you drinking for for Turkey Day? Max is drinking Blackberry wine, Matt is drinking some bugey Grand Gru Champagne out of magnum.

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Feed The Kids With The Produce Project Nov 18, 2021

Mike Shumake is an "ELI" (Extremely Large Individual) but not just in stature, Mike is large in personality and altruistic endeavors.

It's very important to listen to this episode in order to understand:

How Mike combats food insecurity
Why Felicia Trujillo’s nickname is Hotfooted Henrietta
Who's right in Max and Matt's battle over the best way to feed our children
What the heck is a Rambutan?
And some Yiddish words…

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The Pulse Of The Emerald Isle is at Shepard BBQ Nov 11, 2021

Brandon Bnice Shepard has discovered his culinary identity and its lucky for the citizens of the Emerald Isle, NC! Despite the grind of making world class BBQ, Brandon partners with his wife Elizabeth to run the front of the house and they stay close to their little girl by bringing her to work to stoke the fire!

Listen in to hear Brandon talk about what it means to him to connect with his cultural roots to make BBQ. Also, learn about some of Shepard's culinary heroes like, Helen Turner, Steve Grady and more. It's a tasty episode!

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The fall and Rise of Modern Retail at A Southern Season Nov 04, 2021

Southern Season was a "Mecca" of all fine Southern culinary goods and it was located in Chapel Hill, NC. A Southern Season had the best wine, an impeccable chocolate selection, the finest crafted cooking tools, the pinnacle of all culinary retail, until it couldn't. Unfortunately, it was impossible in this day and age to maintain the success of this large brick and mortar retail shop (also the restaurant Weathervane and the prominent cooking school). This is the story of how fine specialty goods retail survives & potentially thrives in 2021.

We also get the skinny on Almonds, what are the top selling cooking tools and a refresher on regenerative agriculture.

This episode has it all!

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How Kokyu Durham Came To Be. Na' Mean? Oct 28, 2021

Once David started working in a restaurant he knew that was his path. Highschool became an afterthought and the pursuit of culinary excellence went through Puglia, Italy, New Jersey and thankfully for us North Carolinians ended in Durham! Listen to the amazing path/adventure "Flip" went on to achieve Culinary excellence!

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Red Donut Shop in Lexington, NC Oct 21, 2021

Time to make the Donuts 🍩 with brothers Saro and David Vay of Red Donuts in Lexington, NC! These Southeast Asian brothers have been in the doughnut biz for 5+ years, whipping out their own unique kind of California-style doughnuts with a Lexington flavor. The name of the shop stems from the business that previously occupied the space, The Red Pig (a BBQ spot)—plus, red’s their favorite color. Learn more about this dynamic duo and their delicious doughnuts by tuning into the episode tomorrow!

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Mediterranean Jewel In The Triangle - Sassool Oct 14, 2021

The Saleh family has been providing authentic Mediterranean experiences in North Carolina since 1977! Simone Saleh shares the family secrets of bringing the bounties of Lebanon to the Triangle of North Carolina. Hummus, Falafel, Tahini and more, this episode will make you hungry. Grab a piece of pita and fill it up.

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The Key Ingredient With Sheri Castle Oct 07, 2021

The guys sat down with Sheri Castle, TV's budding new star on PBS' The Key Ingredient. Here's what they learned;

What you eat is who you are?
Who is on Sheri's show? Cheeti Kumar, Joe Kwon, Meherwan Irwani, just to name a few.
Why, because a food show should be useful.

Sheri is a living legend, tune into the episode and you will know.

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The Art of Gluten Free Pastry With JP's Pastry Sep 30, 2021

Joe Parker decided that being a dentist was not impactful enough as being a gluten free baker. Here is what Matt and Max learned from him.

When you have gluten allergy and you can feel alienated.
Why most gluten free baked goods taste "gluten free."
What is the gluten free eyeroll & what is truly vegan?
Where does JP make his delicious pastries.
Why multiple flours makes delicious pasty
How Joe manages his business and being a dad to 2year old triplets!
Who? Joe makes his pastry's inclusive for everyone.

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Pimiento Tea Room Sep 23, 2021

Christy & Matt Griffith are using their gifts & talents to make not only downtown Holly Springs, but the world a better place!

Messy sandwiches, infused tea cocktails set in a refurbished 19th century landmark house. Need I say more?

Matt and Christy exude craft and hospitality at the Pimiento Tea Room, Check it out!

Come to their Curesearch for children's cancer dinner on this Monday night 9/27 at 6:30, Matt is providing the wines and guest "somming" for the night! Limited tickets available. Call them to purchase tickets at 984.225.4213.

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How bout' Them Apples at Bull City Ciderworks Sep 16, 2021

Max & Matt are back in Lexington, NC and learning the inns, outs and all about Cider.

What: One of the original fermented beverages, Cider made locally and craftily in North Carolina!
Where: Bull City Ciderworks newish production facility in the depot district of Lexington, NC
When: John Clowney realized Angry Orchard and Woodchuck were only making sweet, mass produced ciders. Bull City Ciderworks began in Durham in 2013.
Why: Because Cider is an alternative adult beverage that is dynamic, thirst quenching and refreshing!

Tune in to hear all about how Bull City makes there cider and why they have risen to the top of the cider market!

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Finding Laughter After Disaster Sep 09, 2021

Inez Rubistello put pen to paper to chronicle her amazing ascend to the literal top of the wine world and the terror that tried to derail it.

Who: Inez Rubistello- Sommelier extraordinaire, friend of Domaine Dujac, creator of Tarboro Brewing Company and owner of On The Square restaurant.
When: The events around 9.11.01
Why: Journaling is a key for many wildly successful people
What: Inez wrote a book called "Life After Windows."

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The Goose and the Monkey Brewhouse Sep 02, 2021

Surviving fires and a pandemic, Ashlee & Brent Moore persevere to make delicious beer, "dream their dreams" and create a community.

Why: Because after great BBQ, you need some beer to wash it down.
What: A brewery that is also a community center.
Who: owners Brent and Ashlee Moore wanted to bring a unique experience and delicious craft beer to their hometown. In the process they found kindred spirits in co-brewers Eric Gibble and Brandon Essick.
Where: The Depot district of Lexington, NC, a revived bohemian location!

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Mama's in The Kitchen...Studios... Aug 26, 2021

Our dear friend Crystal Harris (who you might know as @mamassalsa!) finally joins us on the pod for an amazing convo about all things salsa! Crystal has been making salsa practically her whole life—growing up in a Mexican household she’d watch her mom and grandma make salsa—and got her big break after selling her own at a church event, where it was a hit. She talks to us about how Mama’s Salsa has evolved since then, the inspiration behind her recipes, and what her next step is. 🍅🌶🥑 Support our Sponsors:

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BBQ Center in Lexington, NC Aug 24, 2021

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A "Mecca" Of Cue At Lexington BBQ Aug 19, 2021

The gents go on the road to one of the "Mecca's" of BBQ, Lexington, NC. Their first stop was at Lexington BBQ AKA Monks. Here's what they learned;

What makes Lexington BBQ different than Eastern NC and Texas.
Why pork shoulder became the meat of choice
Who are the major players in the Lexington BBQ game.
When to take your meat off the smoker.
How many pounds of pork get cooked per day? When you learn this in relation to the amount of people there are in the city of Lexington you will be shocked!
Where to put the dip versus the sauce?

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The Craft of Carolina Brewery Aug 12, 2021

How do we define a craft brewery, a micro brewery or a nano-brewery?
"When you put beer in a can, it changes the entire game."
Who is behind the brand of Carolina Brewery
What is an IBU in beer making?
Where do you make the distinction between an ale and a lager?

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Sidedoor Speakeasy with Bob Peters Aug 05, 2021

Bob Peters hates rules. So do we, as many of you probably already know. On this episode, the ~verified~ bartender (and former guest of the pod!) joins us to bust some myths around bartending and give us the scoop on what he’s been up to since the pandemic, including his very own online cocktail classes (go to cocktailclass.com for those) and making drinks for our recent Sidedoor Speakeasy event at @thekitchenraleigh. We also talk about his love of fernet, a DIY bar project in his garage, and what are the best North Carolina spirits!

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The Underground Food Culture Of Raleigh Jul 29, 2021

This episode features some underground food concepts you may not heard of yet… but are most definitely going to want to check out. Introducing @winnerwinnerramendinner, @12pawsicecream and @_919_secret_sauce_! These delicious concepts don’t have a brick-and-mortar (yet), but rather their food is only available through Instagram DM (think of it like a drug deal for ramen, pizza and ice cream?). We talk to the three players behind this punk rock crew about how they got into the business of cooking for people, what kinds of food they’re dishing out now, and more. Tune in tomorrow!

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Adam Carolla On The Pod At Lawrence Barbecue! Jul 22, 2021

Get it on, got to get it on, no choice but to get it on, mandate... GET IT ON! Yes that's right the Ace Man- Adam Carolla met the guys for an epic lunch at Jake Wood's Lawrence BBQ in Boxyard RTP. Adam was joined by Mike August & Chris Laxamana . Max and Matt also asked Lee Katrincic of Durham distillery to join. Lee brought a pony keg filled with a cocktail of American Dry gin and fresh watermelon juice. To say lunch was epic is an understatement. Adam chatted with the boys about;

Brisket
What bbq means to him
why he was in Raleigh
How he approaches the interview.

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Financing The Farmer Jul 15, 2021

Have you really thought about the business of farming? Cape Fear Credit Farm Credit finances farmers to improve rural and agricultural lifestyles. Here's what the guys learned;

Why it's so important to buy local and how it stimulates the neighborhood you live in.
How can small farmers band together to improve the greater good.
Where your food comes from is extremely important
When farmers are able to harvest their crops, impacts farming business in so many ways.

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The Event Of The Summer, Bubbles & Brisket! Jul 08, 2021

Matt & Max got off their asses and out from behind their microphones to stage a momentous event. What happened at Bubbles & Brisket?

18 Sparkling wines and champagne from around the world
17 Tents
7 bad ass chefs/pit masters cooking up their unique take on Brisket
2 Magical musicians in George Hage & Thomas Anderson
2 Of Santa's helpers
1 Monsoon & 1 Master Sommelier - Max Kast

Live & recorded music by Thomas Anderson & George Hage used by permission.

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Just the Tip -The Tell All Restaurant book With Tonya Fritch Jul 01, 2021

This is a Tell all book in the best way possible. It's not just about the behind the scenes in the service industry, it's in the trenches of the service industry. Here's what Max and Matt learned;

How a really good author pieces a story together.
When to take the next step in your life.
What it's like to wanna' f*&K your co-worker.
Why you get into the restaurant industry.

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Talking Taco With The Fighting Spirit of Chef David Peraza-Arce Jun 24, 2021

You want to know about tacos? We will fill your tortilla in this episode. Chef David Peraza-Arce tells Max and Matt why everything fits in a tortilla. Max and Matt also learned:

Who knows what a truly authentic Mexican Taco is
Why Birria Tacos are so on trend?
How to eat a Cabeza Taco?
What is a Lengua Taco

Join us for Bubbles & Brisket a collaboration of chefs, pit-masters, wine producers and sommeliers, pairing sparkling wine with a variety of cooking techniques and side dishes that feature everyone’s favorite: brisket. The event will take place on June 26th from 2pm to 6pm outside of V Pizza Cary. Click here to get tickets.

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Chef Kim Floresca Working With Gwyneth at Goop Kitchen Jun 17, 2021

We’ve got chef @kimfloresca of @goopkitchen on the pod (yes THAT @goop with Gwyneth)! Goop Kitchen is a clean delivery service based in LA that serves delish bowls, salads, soups, summer rolls and other healthy eats—and Max got the chance to meet Kim in person and try out a ton of things from the menu on a trip to California a couple weeks ago! Kim came into the position as Goop Kitchen’s chef with quite an impressive resume, with previous experiences at top restaurants around the world including El Bulli, Per Se, and The Restaurant at Meadowood. She and her husband also opened and ran One Restaurant in Chapel Hill before moving back to Cali. Learn more about Kim, Goop Kitchen and more by tuning in.

Join us for Bubbles & Brisket a collaboration of chefs, pit-masters, wine producers and sommeliers, pairing sparkling wine with a variety of cooking techniques and side dishes that feature everyone’s favorite: brisket. The event will take place on June 26th from 2pm to 6pm outside of V Pizza Cary. Click here to get tickets.

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The Art Of Blending Whiskey At Olde Raleigh Distillery Jun 10, 2021

Brandon McCraney is a man of action. After a career in the Airforce, a successful corporate career, an engineering degree and 2 master's degree (one of those from Harvard by the way) Brandon decided he was ready for something else. He was ready to build a local sustainable distillery. Here's what the boys learned when they sat down with Brandon;

The art of blending whiskey?
How a distillery can revitalize a community.
What an heirloom grain of bourbon is?
Why his bourbon tastes so DAMN good!
Where in the hell is Zebulon

Join us for Bubbles & Brisket a collaboration of chefs, pit-masters, wine producers and sommeliers, pairing sparkling wine with a variety of cooking techniques and side dishes that feature everyone’s favorite: brisket. The event will take place on June 26th from 2pm to 6pm outside of V Pizza Cary. Click here to get tickets.

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A Chef & A Sommelier, Oh Also An Author, Doreen Colondres Jun 03, 2021

The guys sat down with Chef and Sommelier Doreen Colondres of Vitis House. Oh, you are wondering how you can become both a chef and a Sommelier? Listen in and find out. Here's what else they learned;

How honey can make crispy yet healthy chicken wings.
What is Lechon
Why Max is the Jason Bourne of food service
How to make your favorite dishes healthy?
When to expand your palate?
Who wrote The kitchen Doesn't Bite?

Join us for Bubbles & Brisket a collaboration of chefs, pit-masters, wine producers and sommeliers, pairing sparkling wine with a variety of cooking techniques and side dishes that feature everyone’s favorite: brisket. The event will take place on June 26th from 2pm to 6pm outside of V Pizza Cary. Click here to get tickets.

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Madam Publisher - Gina Stephens May 27, 2021

Gina Stephens is the Publisher and creator of Raleigh Magazine. Gina sat down with Max and Matt to discuss;

What does journalistic integrity mean today?
Where can I get the best chicken sandwich in Raleigh?
Why did Raleigh need it's own magazine?
How does it feel to go on a sting operation?
Who is Sarah Weiss' biggest fan?

Join us for Bubbles & Brisket a collaboration of chefs, pit-masters, wine producers and sommeliers, pairing sparkling wine with a variety of cooking techniques and side dishes that feature everyone’s favorite: brisket. The event will take place on June 26th from 2pm to 6pm outside of V Pizza Cary. Click here to get tickets.

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Travel The World With Your Family & Get Paid For IT May 20, 2021

Caz & Craig Makepeace have figured out how to travel for a living! Here's what else they figured out;

Why to start the This Is Raleigh Podcast
When to and when not to travel with your kids?
Where's places near Raleigh that are cool to road trip to?
How to find parking in Wrightsville beach?
What's up with the seaside dining in Beaufort, NC?

Listen in for a tour around North Carolina!

Join us for Bubbles & Brisket a collaboration of chefs, pit-masters, wine producers and sommeliers, pairing sparkling wine with a variety of cooking techniques and side dishes that feature everyone’s favorite: brisket. The event will take place on June 26th from 2pm to 6pm outside of V Pizza Cary. Click here to get tickets.

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Female Indian Rebel Warrior May 13, 2021

Max & Matt sat down with an incredible woman. Preeti Waas (Cheeni & Sugar & Spice) is of Indian descent and a force to be reckoned with. Preeti let the boys in on many Indian cooking secrets, here's what the gents learned:

What is curry?
How heat is supposed to excite the palate and not fatigue it?
What is einkorn wheat ?
Which takes longer, opening a restaurant or getting married?
Why you should help Khaana Chahiye to fight hunger?

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What Do An NFL Kicker, A Chief & A Blue Shark Have In Common? May 06, 2021

The guys sit down with UNC Football's 2nd leading all time scorer Connor Barth and CEO Mark Bloomquist to discuss Wilmington, NC's own, Blue Shark Vodka. Here is what they learned;

Why North Carolina Sweet Corn makes delicious vodka.
What is it like inside the mind of an NFL kicker when the game is on the line?
How to scale a homegrown product to national levels?
Did Connor Barth have any tackles in his NFL career?
Which of Mac or Matt's children will grow up to be NFL kickers because of the Barth Brothers annual kicking camp.

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Whole Hog BBQ Champion & Newly Crowned Prince of BBQ Apr 29, 2021

As the legendary Sam Jones said, "That's some good fuckin' BBQ!" Max and Matt got to chat with the champion of the Discovery Plus Channel's Moonshiner's Smoke Ring BBQ competition. Here's what the guys learned;

How a career in transportation and a conversation with U2's The Edge led to a career in BBQ.
It's all about the "MOP."
When a rehearsal dinner sets off a marriage and a business.
Why it's important to not fall asleep when heating up your cast iron skillet.
What inspiration a baby sitter named Grace provided.
Why Hog cheek is delicious

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Bourbon In A Time Machine Apr 22, 2021

Aeva Labs rapidly ages distilled liquor. Steve Guido and Zach Fearnside have invented a way to greatly accelerate the aging process of distilled spirits. Imagine you could have 10 year old bourbon in 5 days? This discussion was controversial and here's what was bantered about;

Is Matt Weiss a hater or a traditionalist?
When liquor is enhanced in a lab, is it the precipice of creativity or the death of craft?
What is Cavitation?

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From A Street Corner Tricycle to Happy + Hale Apr 15, 2021

The gents sit down with a pillar of the Raleigh community, Tyler Helickson, the owner of Happy + Hale. Here's what they learned;

What does leadership truly mean?
When can you scale to 100 locations?
How to make healthy food that doesn't sacrifice flavor?
Where do you go to get staff in these times?
Why "Love is Free. Guac is Extra."

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A Jersey Journey To Southern Cooking Apr 08, 2021

The guys sit down with Chef Schleiffer to talk about it what it's like to take over a Southern cooking institution such as Crook's Corner. Here's what they learned;

What was it like to work with Floyd Cardoz?
How to make food without a hood?
Which mayo went on the famous tomato sandwiches of Chef Bill Smith?
What is an Afoiecalypse?
Will Danny Dimes be a franchise quarterback in the NFL?

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Ripe Revival-What To DO With Excess Produce Apr 01, 2021

Do you often crave a healthy yet filling snack? CEO of Ripe Revival Will Kornegay sat down with the guys to discuss the ways that he helps farmers by using their excess produce. Here's what the guys learned;

How to make a healthy protein gummy aka fruit chewable from all natural produce?
The fact that polyphenols are proven for better absorption (of nutrients) and bio-accessibility as well as demonstrate anti-inflammatory and anti-diabetic properties.
What is Vitero?
Why is Pectin used?
Where do gelatin and agar agar come from?

This is a chewy episode!

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How Much Should I Tip & Waging The War Over Minimum Wages Mar 25, 2021

How should restaurant industry people get paid?
Who is responsible for compensation, the restaurant owner or the patrons?
How should "T.I.P.S be distributed?

- Should tips be pooled?
- should each person earn their own tips ( ala an independent contractor) and be mandated to tip out other staff a certain percentage?

What is an appropriate living wage?
How do patrons, owners, front of house and back of house feel about additional service charges?

All of these questions and more get answered on this episode by the following industry leaders;

Francesca Mason of Damn Good Food (Acme, Heyday Brewing, Plum) Shannon Healy (Alley 26 and Crook’s Corner) Jim Wald (Glasshalfull and Napoli Pizzeria Hillsborough) Leif Magnuson (CEO of Tiphaus.com)

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Inside The Hive With Cloister Honey Mar 18, 2021

Are you fascinated by honey bee's? You will be after this episode!

The boys sit down with Joanne de la Rionda and Randall York of Cloister Honey and here's what they learned;

Why Max and Matt are opening a bar called the Drone Congregation Area
What is the life cycle of bee's?
When the mating flight occurs?
How the "Royal Jelly" is distributed?
Why a male bee's are only 3% of the hive population?

Fascinating is an understatement for this episode. Give it a listen and I promise your brain will be buzzing!

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All about Moonshine and Bootlegging With Call Family Distillers Mar 11, 2021

The last episode of our @visitwilkesnc series features @callfamilydistillers! We take you all on a tour through the distillery while learning its history from owner Brian Call, the 7th generation distiller of his family’s distillery. Brian talks to us about his dad, Willie Clay Call (aka The Uncatchable), one of the most famous moonshine haulers in the biz. First we check out the cars and then we sample some product from Brian’s wife, who runs the upcoming full bar at the distillery. This is a wild episode Tune in!🥃

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Bridgerton? No Brij Empowering Small Business Mar 04, 2021

Imagine you as a business owner had a Brij (Gaelic for bridge) to your audience/customers that they would actually cross to meet you? Matt and Max sit down with the gents from Brij who know how to create that, here's what they learned;

How to Empower Small Business with Big Dreams
Why social media has become a pay to play scenario
What the small business owner can do to collaborate and thus circumvent the pay to play options.

Hey you small business owner, listen in, it will help you!

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Wonderful Wines of Wilkes County With Raffaldini & Elkin Creek Vineyards Feb 25, 2021

Max and Matt continue their tour of Wilkes County! Here's what they learned;

Jay Raffaldini of @raffaldini Vineyards specializes in Italian-style dry white and red Appassimento wines.
How Jay tbrought Wall Street to Wilkes.
Louis Jeroslow of @elkincreekvineyard! helped elevate the property in 2001 and in addition to wine offers up some pretty dank brick-oven pizzas that they prepare from scratch every Sunday.
Why Blue Man Group moved to the Blue Ridge Mountains

Tune in to learn more about these @visitwilkesnc wineries!

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American Single Malt Whiskey From Virginia Distillery Co. Feb 18, 2021

Max had a serendipitous moment when traveling to Luray caverns in Virginia which introduced him to Virginia Distillery Co. and Gareth Moore. Here's what the Max and Matt learned;

Who is Doctor Jim Swann
What does it mean to be single malt whiskey
How to artfully blend whiskey
Why Aberlour Scotch is a muse
When should we conduct a Scotch vs American single malt blind tasting ala The Tasting of Paris

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Apple Brandy Beef and Amalfi's of Wilkesboro Feb 11, 2021

Max and Matt continue their tour through Wilkes County, NC. Here's what they discovered:

Apple Brandy Beef is a 100+ year old cattle farm that dry ages the entire carcass.
What are best practices for marbling beef and why that's important.
Did you know that Wilkes is the largest corn producing county in the state? BTW, the cows love it!
Amalfi's of Wilkesboro- taught us how to balance what a chef wants to cook (fresh seafood/Napoli cuisine) vs what the guests want/ expect (central Italian cuisine)
The best way to cook Octopus
Why an Italian immigrant who happens to be a talented chef, ended up in Wilkes County.

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Cigars Paired With Craft Cocktail @ The Vintage Charlotte Feb 04, 2021

This episode gets smoky as we discuss the modern cigar lounge. Here's what we learned;

Which cocktails go with which cigars?
Where do the best cigars come from?
What is a Catador?
When you leave a cigar lounge how can you not not reek of cigar smoke?
How do you decide what type of cigar you would like?

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It's In The Cosmos at Stardust Cellars Jan 28, 2021

Max and Matt journeyed to Wilkes County North Carolina and discovered some absolute gems! Here's what they found in this episode;

The man the myth the legend Nico Von Cosmos, owner, winemaker, brew master and Mead Maker of Stardust Cellars!
The only bio-dynamic farm in North Carolina.
How to be cooler and more bohemian than Brooklyn, NY
Why is North Carolina perfectly suited for growing certain plants.
What the heck is Mead anyway?
How is Pet-Nat truly made?
Is Methode Ancestral different from Pet- Nat?
Nico might be the next Elon Musk, so pay attention to this episode.

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Hank's Downtown Dive Jan 21, 2021

We love "dive bars." Imagine within your favorite dive bars there was just a little something more? Food driven by a bad ass chef and spirits selected by a dude who has walked the wood more than anyone cares to count. This "Dive" is a jump into comfort with class.

Wow Downtown Cary!

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CHEEE-EEEESSSEEE Jan 14, 2021

We finally dive deep into cheese! Samantha and Austin Genke from Boxcarr Handmade Cheese guide us through the cheese making world. Here's what we learned;

How to raise and name 150 Kids (goats)
What is rennet?
The difference between American, French and Italian cheeses.
When in the cheese making process can you define the texture?
What is the importance of a washed rind.

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The Duke of Durham Cocktails Jan 07, 2021

Matt & Max sit down with the owner of Bar Virgile, one of the best business minds in the craft cocktail game. Here's what they learned:

How to perfect a Ramos Fizz
Why and how to buy out your partners
What's the deal with Alcohol to go during Covid.
Whatever happened to pre-shift lineup?
The reason we all need to #sitthehelldown

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Beer Nerds Beware Dec 24, 2020

Howard Sider and Ryan Cummings help you sift your way through the hippest and nerdiest craft brew, with 90 Second Beer Review. Here's what we learned;

Why it only takes 90 seconds to know if you should buy a beer.
How to drink beer and tell others about it?
Why Pints of Love is the best virtual beer fest going & why you need to attend!
How you get your wife to install a urinal in your man cave.

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Moving To Asheville, NC To Repurpose A Legend Dec 17, 2020

Jesson Gil has golden nuggets of restaurant knowledge. He joined the pod to chat about what it was like to take the reigns of a legendary Asheville restaurant. Here's what we learned from Jesson;

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A Taste of Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon With Wright Thompson Dec 10, 2020

Wright Thompson has been the journalist of choice for the likes of Michael Jordan, Urban Meyer and Julian Van Winkle 111. Wright wrote a book about the life and times of the Van Winkle family and I swear if you listen to it, it's as good as tasting Pappy! Here's what we learned;

Wright is the next great American author!
The history of bourbon and why Kentucky became its homeland.
How Julian Van Winkle truly felt about his father losing the legendary Stitzel Weller distillery.
Who is the best QB to come out of Ole Miss
Inside scoop into True South, Wright Thompson's show with John T Edge.

Grab a tumbler of your favorite bourbon and listen!

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We Have The MEATS!! Dec 03, 2020

Wait, what the NC F&B sat down and talked to a large/corporate fast food chain? Here's why;

We learned the difference between quick service casual/ fast food and fast casual.
Why it's important to 'lead with sincerity."
The craft of an Arby's roast beef sandwich.
Understanding that whether you work in a Michelin 4 starred restaurant or a "fast food chain," taking pride in your work and bettering your environment is the key to success.
Also, Matt makes a classic Coming to America reference.

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Living and Breathing Neapolitan Pizza Nov 25, 2020

V Pizza Cary's Anthony Rapillo sat down with the Max and Matt to discuss how authentic Neapolitan pizza literally guides his life. Here is what we learned:

What is O and OO flour?
Why Stefano Ferrara is the godfather of pizza ovens.
The meaning of real buffalo mozzarella?
How a San Marzano tomato sauce can be sweet without adding a gram of sugar.
Learn how to drive stick shift?

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Jewels of North Carolina Nov 19, 2020

Do you know how much cool stuff there is Johnston County which, by the way is right next door to Raleigh? Check it out for fun and also great gift ideas!

One last thing, what do you put on your hot dog?

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Tired of Working For The Man Nov 12, 2020

Jared Burton was ready to call himself "boss." J. Lights Market & Cafe in Durham, NC next Highwire Brewing is going to unhinge your thoughts about what is a cafe and here's why;

J Lights is part bodega, part cocktail bar and part gourmet retail shop.
Opening during a pandemic.
They presume to offer "simple" food yet, Chef Carly Adelman is a badass and boasts a resume of working for the likes of Daniel Boulud, Scott Crawford and Ashley Christensen!
Ryan Grover the GM also knows a thing or two about running front of house.

Get ready Durham!

Oh disclaimer, we get slightly political and we are not apologizing.

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Appalachian Mountain Brewery Nov 05, 2020

we crack some beers with the founders of @appalachianmountainbrewery, @c.zieber and @nakelischek, as well as special guests @kevintyndall and Zac Rogerson

Here's what we learned;

The secret to the IPA
Where to get a taco in Boone
What's it like to work for Anheuser Busch

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Burny Wild's Adventure Sauce Oct 29, 2020

Mike Rosado of MRC and Bobby Mcfarland have committed to making an adventure sauce. Here's what we learned;

What is an adventure sauce and how does one create it?
Applications for adventure/hot sauce?
How to make a sauce with heat as a component but not the main "flavor."
Is Trader Joes Sriracha as good as Sriracha?
Weiss uses his super palate to identify a key ingredient.

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Replacing A Legend Oct 22, 2020

Stephen Koster and his wife Anne Stuart Koster have accepted the daunting task of replacing a legend in Chef John Toler of Bloomsbury Bistro. Despite the challenges of replacing a legend, reopening during Covid and all the financial burdens of opening a restaurant during any period, the Kosters believe this is what they were meant to be doing! Here's what we learned;

What it means to be a chef run restaurant?
The confusion of French bistro vs New American fare?
When we truly learn, it's often from our mistakes.
Matt fumbles the famous Steve Jobs quote but here's what he meant to say- “It doesn't make sense to hire smart people and tell them what to do; we hire smart people so they can tell us what to do.”

This one is an inspiration!

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Blue Shark Vodka Doesn't Bite Oct 15, 2020

How a marketing strategy can inspire a top notch product.
How to get the shark in the bottle.
How bobbleheads were invented.
How to scale your business from small to large and still stay true to your local roots.
Discover what makes Polkton, NC corn so special.

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Wicked Weed's Walt Dickinson Oct 08, 2020

How do you sell your business to a huge corporation yet, maintain your integrity and continue to feel the funk? This episode features a CRUCIAL fixture in NC’s craft beer industry, @wickedweedbrewing’s co-founder @wickedwalt32! Walt is a So- Cal native who turned his passion for home brewing into a nationally acclaimed brewery headquartered in Asheville. Wicked Weed specializes in West Coast-style beers and ~wicked~ cool sours. We talk about Wicked Weed’s journey of growth, the @wickedweedfunkatorium, Walt’s keys to success and more. Tune in!

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Master Distiller of George Dickel Tennessee Whiskey Oct 01, 2020

The incomparable Nicole Austin joined the pod to talk all things whiskey and George Dickel. Here's what we learned;

How did she make/blend the #1 whisky in the world when she made George Dickel Bottled In Bond?
Why Tennessee Whisky is in fact bourbon.
What is the Craft Modernization & Tax Reform Act and how it revolutionized the industry.
The feeling and barriers to being a female distiller in a male dominated industry.
How Nicole perfectly balances the production of a large distillery while still championing the plight of the craft distiller.
What is the the Lincoln county process ?
The secrets of charcoal filtering.

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Powering Through The Pandemic With Chef Kevin Callaghan Sep 24, 2020

We chatted with Chef Kevin Callaghan about starting the Carrboro Community Food Hub to help restaurants during the pandemic. Also, chatted about his restaurants Acme and coming soon Plum. Here's what we learned;

A new way to pay restaurant employees.
Why sous vide cooking makes so much sense.
How a patio and outdoor dining is king right now.
When starting a restaurant the most important things are food, location, hospitality and PARKING! Yes parking.
Opening a restaurant during a pandemic and what Plum Durham will be?

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Amaro, Fernet and Nocino with Eda Rhyne Distilling Company Sep 17, 2020

Chris Bower schools us on:

The ghost story of Eda Rhyne.
The wealth of bio-diversity in North Carolina.
His penchant for finding plants containing medicinal benefits and why he distills them.
What is a cochineal beetle ?
Have you ever heard of Rabarbaro?
A new aperitivo arriving...

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Chef David Burke Sep 10, 2020

We talked to a legend in Chef David Burke & here's what we learned:

The secret behind Chef Burke's patented pink Himalayan sea salt dry aging beef technique.
How to build a culinary empire lose it and rebuild it.
What was it like to participate in Top Chef Masters.
How the old school chef evolves into modern day restaurateur.
Who is Lefto?
Why are "celebrity chefs" targeting North Carolina for their new restaurants?

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Good Things need to be Shared Sep 03, 2020

We sat down with the wonderful human beings Kyle and Heather Sutton of Bestow Baked Goods. Here's what we learned;

The difference between American Butter Cream and Italian American Butter Cream
Why you need to read The Flavor Bible and how r&d will make you much better at your job!
What you need in your home kitchen is MSG or "Accent."
Why proximity brings empathy.
The reason sweet potato donuts make so much sense.

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White Collar BBQ Aug 27, 2020

We sat down with Wyatt and Ryan to get to know what makes their BBQ different. Here is what we learned:

Both Wyatt and Ryan came to BBQ from white collar jobs, Wyatt was in Law school at UNC (he left the law for slaw.) & Ryan was in finance at Morgan Stanley.
Ryan knows how to raise a hog!
Wyatt knows how to pick a quality hog.
We learn the definition of BBQ and all it's intricacies.
What wine goes with BBQ?
The reason that North Carolina is so special when it comes to food and agriculture.
What Wyatt's BBQ in Raleigh is going to be like.

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The Unsung Hero Of Southern Cuisine Aug 20, 2020

We zoomed with 5 time JBF Award semi-finalist for Best Chef South East, owner of Rhubarb and Benne On Eagle, Chef John Fleer.

Here's what we learned;

What is Appalachian cooking.
What it means to truly be a craftsman.
The definition of a wonderful human being (in addition to being a great chef)
Who put Blackberry Farm on the map and why it became a Relais Chateau
What is Ogbonna
Who is Hannan Shabazz
What is Peri peri

We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as Matt and Max did.

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The Keymaster & The Cardinal Aug 13, 2020

Jason Howard is an innovator. He looks at a town, he thinks about the type of place that he would like to frequent and if it's not in that town, he builds it.

Here's what we learned:

What can restaurants in Raleigh do to survive covid.
How simplicity well executed is magical, example good beer & amazing hot dogs= The Cardinal Bar.
How to make the best hot dog in town and what bun that belongs in.
What's coming next from the mind of Mr. Howard.
Why 1500 square feet is the biggest a restaurant/bar needs to be.

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Saintly Ale Aug 06, 2020

We chatted with Joel Mcloskey the CEO of Four Saints Brewing in Asheboro and here's what we learned;

What is a classic style of beer
How to do your own canning.
How to go from a school teacher to brewery owner.
How to convince your wife or partner to let you leave your job to open a brewery.
How to turn a dry county into a wet city.
What to do when you are finished at the Asheboro zoo.

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Brewing Beer, Owning Land With Danes & Saxons Jul 30, 2020

Norse Brewing Company is realizing the dreams of brewer Brad Wynn and owner Chris Jorgensen.

Here's what we learned:

Large Danes can drink like no other.
Work hard in another industry and then realize your dream.
Sometimes owning a building is less expensive than leasing.
The history of classic brewing recipes.
How to balance your wants with those of your customers, think beer cheese.
The logistics of beer distribution.

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How To Travel the World Writing About Food & Get Paid For It Jul 23, 2020

On this episode the one and only @jennricewrites, a highly social, internationally known food writer who, before the pandemic, traveled all over the world to write about food, wine, hotels and more! Sounds like a pretty great life, right? Before her days traveling and eating great food, we learn that Jenn worked in PR and copy writing in New York City, before moving out west with a former hubby. However, her success in culinary writing came from the South, and so she moved back to North Carolina in 2018, where her career really took off. In this episode we talk to Jenn about what life is really like as a traveling food journalist (it’s actually a lot harder than you may think). Tune in!

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Restaurant Gratuity, The Great Debate With kō än & so•ca Jul 16, 2020

The restaurant business these days is muddled with confusion. We sat down with owner Sean Degnan, Chef Drew Smith and Freelance Writer Jenn Rice to make some sense of it. Here's what we learned:

Ceviche proper cook times
What is the kō än community hub
What is the most fair way for restaurant workers to be compensated & should back of the house and front of the house workers have the same pay structure
What it's like to and why align yourself with a legendary restaurant
Where did $2.13 minimum wage come from

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First There Was Zorba & Then There Was Giorgios Jul 09, 2020

Giorgios Bakatsias is a James Beard Awarded restaurateur and a passionate man. Here's what we learned from him;

How one can include large amounts of information and knowledge into one question answered yet, skillfully answer the question. Much like Giorgios' answers his food is layered with flavor and conclusions.
How to make wine, "become the grape."
Every restaurant has a soul and knows what it's supposed to be.
Giorgios' penchant for hiring/discovering great chefs.
Why there aren't any Greek diners in North Carolina?
How being a midfielder in "futbol" helped him to see the world in 360 degrees.

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Morris BBQ Jul 02, 2020

The next stop on our unofficial barbecue tour is @morrisbarbeque in Hookerton, NC! This episode features William Morris, his daughter Ashley and her husband Ryan Godley, and Pete Kindem of @originalgrills (also a barbecue expert and super fan of the podcast!). Throughout everything that’s happened this year, we still believe that 2020 is the year of barbecue, and Morris Barbeque is just one example of that. We talk to William Morris about why the restaurant is only open on Saturdays, their unique pit room and their 7-hour-long cooking process. Tune in for more!

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For The Love of Wine, Vintage 59 Jun 25, 2020

"Find a job you enjoy doing and you will never have to work a day in your life."- Mark Twain

Some are persistent enough to create their own work/love scenario reality such as Roy Cloud and Mike Daniels.

Here's what we learned:

How to get a job that allows you to travel to France and drink wine.
How to start a wine import company of the highest integrity and quality.
What is happening in the world of imported wines regarding tariffs, Covid-19 and exciting regions.
How to write a book about a trip that incorporates burgundy and a father's near fatal accident.

This was the article referenced in the pod- https://winereviewonline.com/franz_on_vintage_59_imports.cfm

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Durham Food Hall Jun 18, 2020

What does it take to start a food hall? How about opening a food hall in the middle of a global pandemic?

Find out what @adairm13 of @durhamfoodhall did to be different. We talk to Adair about why she and millions of people love food halls? How she chose a location and vendors for her own food hall, as well as the inspiration behind the building design.

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Cooking Up Culture & Ethnicity With Boricua Soul Jun 11, 2020

This is an inspirational story about a family who used culture, ethnicity, old fashioned hard-work and stick-to-itiveness to create a successful business and beautiful food.

Here's what we learned:

How to create a food truck and a restaurant with no background in the hospitality industry.
What is Puerto Rican food?
What is Mofongo?
Whats the difference between an empanada and a pastelillos?
What happens when your sick of cleaning a ballast tank?
How to follow your dreams.
How your children inspire you.
How a great couple works together.

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Racial Injustice In the Culinary Realm Jun 05, 2020

Amidst protests, riots and racial injustice, Chef owners Ricky Moore of Saltbox in Durham, Michael Bowling of Hotbox NC in Charlotte and Sherif Fouad of Raleigh Raw join the pod to make some sense of it all. Here is what was learned;

A small understanding of what it's like to be a black person in America and in a professional kitchen.

What it's like to be privileged.

What is a micro-aggression.

Silver linings of the Raleigh riots.

Ideas of how white people can be an ally to Black People at this time.

Follow this link to support Black owned businesses:

https://www.foodcravingz.com/post/black-owned-restaurants-food-trucks-and-food-markets-in-the-triangle

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The Mystery Behind Malbec May 28, 2020

Sebastian Zuccardi sees the wine business as such;

"Some wineries go to the market see what is popular and then they go make wines to meet that demand. Other wineries (Zuccardi) look at their terroir and make wine that the land dictates, then go to market to educate consumers on what they do."

In this episode we learned;

Why Malbec has become so popular and delicious and how it's much more complex than you think.
Why Sebastian Zuccardi is so driven to make wines that tell the story of his land.
How to and why to, introduce your children to wine at a young age.
Did you know Mendoza is a cool climate, high altitude, dessert?
How to make wine in high elevation.
Why some of the best chardonnay in the world right now is coming from Argentina.

We made WINE with Botanist & Barrel and have a virtual tasting on May 28th at 7pm EST. We'd love to open the bottle together with our NC F&B Community, SO click the link to order the wine in time to have for our tasting: GET WINE HERE

Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at Max Trujillo& Matthew Weiss

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The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about the show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Hydro Baby- Well Not That Kind... May 21, 2020

Hydroponics!.. lettuce that is. We chat with Mary Cove, co-founder and co-owner of @blue_thumb_farms, about what the heck hydroponics is, how it’s useful and how it differs from traditional soil farming. You’ll be surprised to know that hydroponics is more sustainable and actually uses less water than traditional farming! Learn more by tuning in tomorrow!

We made WINE with Botanist & Barrel and have a virtual tasting on May 28th at 7pm EST. We'd love to open the bottle together with our NC F&B Community, SO click the link to order the wine in time to have for our tasting: GET WINE HERE

Follow the show @ncfbpodand hosts at Max Trujillo& Matthew Weiss

Support our Sponsors: The Folks Foundation

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The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about the show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Imagine Buying Wine for Matt Kelly's Restaurants? Jeff Bramwell Does That! May 14, 2020

We made WINE with Botanist & Barrel and have a virtual tasting on May 28th at 7pm EST. We'd love to open the bottle together with our NC F&B Community, SO click the link to order the wine in time to have for our tasting: GET WINE HERE

In this week's episode Jeff Bramwell is a true renaissance man of wine, business and photography. Here's what Jeff, Max and Matt chatted about;

Earning the title as "the worlds worst self promoter."
Buying wines that he likes but that guests of Matt Kelly's restaurants will love.
Writing the book that pairs burgers with wine- Vinoburger
The photography of vineyards.
The Secret of how to stay healthy & lean while working in the food and wine business.
Opening the Raleigh Wine Shop.
Selling wine to the Raleigh Wine Shop.

Follow the show @ncfbpodand hosts at Max Trujillo& Matthew Weiss

Support our Sponsors: The Folks Foundation

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The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about the show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

The Up and Commence of Big City Charlotte May 07, 2020

We made WINE with Botanist & Barrel and have a virtual tasting on May 28th at 7pm EST. We'd love to open the bottle together with our NC F&B Community, SO click the link to order the wine in time to have for our tasting: GET WINE HERE

5Church's Patrick Whalen & Jamie Lynch

Listen in to find out;

how you achieve a 360 degree view of restaurant from Patrick Whalen
Hear about Chef Jamie Lynch’s controversial turn on Top Chef
What are the differences from opening a restaurant in Charleston vs Charlotte vs Nashville?
And, F*&k chicken!
How do you balance a menu with your poppy hits vs your heartfelt artistic ballads
Why having every word of The Art of War by Sun Tzu on your ceiling is essential

Follow the show @ncfbpodand hosts at Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss

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The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

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Brandon The Builder Apr 30, 2020

If you were a Game of Thrones fan, you know it was nearly impossible for a non-noble to realize his dream. Brandon Sharp did, from Cali to North Cackalacki

Topics discussed in this episode include;

The importance of Michelin stars and the stress they create
Working at the French Laundry
The inner workings of the CIA
Starting out as a busboy in a Chi-chi’s
Achieving California dreams and then giving them up for North Carolina
Should a burger be on the menu at a fancy restaurant?
Purchasing power of great chef’s
The differences between east coast chef's & west coast chef's

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Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss

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The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about the show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B Podcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina four years ago and works as a wine distributor.

Eat & Drink Merrily!

How To Be Successful During A Global Pandemic Apr 23, 2020

Innovation and sticktoitiveness are just a few words that come to mind when you consider what these 4 businesses are doing to battle against Covid-19. This episode shines a light on four Triangle-area food industry professionals who are stepping things up during quarantine to provide for the community. We talk to Jacob Boehm of Snap Pea about how he cooked Passover dinner for 50 plus family and friends on his own dime and continues to pay his salaried employees. Chef Jake Wood of Lawrence BBQ talks about what it’s like to roll out a new business in a curbside capacity. Neal Benefield of Hawthorne & Wood discusses about how they’ve pivoted their fine dining menu into one that makes sense for takeout. We then go to downtown Cary where Chef Christoper "coco' Lopez and GM Hayden Hall of Postmaster tell us why they changed their entire concept into @govt.cheeseburger. Make sure to tune in tomorrow to hear more! Oh, and there might be a Brisket Block Party in the future!

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The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about the show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina four years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Steve Palmer of Indigo Road Hospitality Apr 16, 2020

Steve Palmer is a beacon lighting the way for how restaurants should be run. Steve creates an environment that is employee centered. Indigo Road Hospitality has 24 restaurants across the south that have all become integral parts of their community. On top of running restaurants, Steve created Ben's Friends a restaurant industry support system for those struggling with addiction. Oh, and by the way he's also a two time JBF award nominee for outstanding restaurateur! This is more than worth the listen!

If you want to buy a gift card to help Indigo Road employees, 100% of the purchase goes to the employees while Indigo Road bears the actual cost of the meal: theindigoroad.com/giftcards/

If you are struggling with addiction and you are in the food and beverage industry: bensfriendshope.com/

Get Steve Palmer's book 'Say Grace: How the Restaurant Business Saved My Life'

https://www.amazon.com/Say-Grace-Restaurant-Business-Saved-ebook/dp/B07ZQW2XSB

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Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss

Support our Sponsors: The Folks Foundation! https://www.folksfoundation.org

Our newest sponsor ehungry.com! Join up with their services and receive a free 60 day grace period and only 1.9% of sales after that!

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Triangle Wine Company https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about the show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina four years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Oak City Amaretto Apr 09, 2020

Anthony Scalabrino, founder of @oakcityamarettoco, joins us to give you a little break from coronavirus-related content and to appreciate how awesome our previously "normal" lives. We talk to Anthony about how he got the signature amaretto recipe from his Sicilian grandmother, who brought the family recipe over to Michigan where Anthony grew up. (Fun fact - His badass grandma also worked in the Keebler factory!) Anthony also gives us the basic formula and process for making amaretto and generously lets us add some into our coffee while we chat (a fantastic combo, btw). Might we recommend a splash in your own coffee tomorrow morning while you listen?... We’re in quarantine, who cares!

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Fun Instagram Follows:

Lydia Santogade for great food ideas and hilarious movie reviews and dating drama @lydiasantogade

Kingfisher in Durham is doing fantastic virtual Happy Hours most nights. Follow them @kingfisherdurm

Raleigh Magazine for great live chef demos. Follow them @raleighmagazine

Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss

Support our Sponsors: The Folks Foundation! https://www.folksfoundation.org

Our newest sponsor ehungry.com! Join up with their services and receive a free 60 day grace period and only 1.9% of sales after that!

Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com

Triangle Wine Company https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about the show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina four years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Titans of the Industry Illuminate A Path Forward Apr 07, 2020

This episode features 9 captains of our the culinary industry from all over the state. Max and Matt brought these fine folks together with the hope of finding some light at the end of the Corona Virus tunnel. Guests include Real Estate Developer Marty Kotis/Greensboro, Mike Lee of M Restaurants/Durham, Chef Travis Myers formerly of Willow in Winston Salem, Chef Jeff Bacon of Providence /Winston Salem, Leah Howard of Cultivated Cocktails/Asheville, Ben and Gabe Barker of Pizzeria Mercato, Billy Mellon of Manna/Wilmington.

How to apply for the loan discussed click here.

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Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss

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Our newest sponsor ehungry.com! Join up with their services and receive a free 60 day grace period and only 1.9% of sales after that!

Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com

Triangle Wine Company https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about the show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina four years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Do You Know The Price of A Gallon of Milk? Apr 02, 2020

As close as you can get to drinking from a cow's utters. Cream on top and no homogenization, that's the key to Ranlew Dairy's milk!

In this episode, we find out how the price of milk came to be, what happened to all the dairy farms and who is the best square dancer in the Trujillo family. Also, remember when the milkman use to deliver? Most of you probably don't but find out what happened to that anyway. Pull up a cold glass and tune in!

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Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss

Support our Sponsors: The Folks Foundation! https://www.folksfoundation.org

Our newest sponsor ehungry.com! Join up with their services and receive a free 60 day grace period and only 1.9% of sales after that!

Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com

Triangle Wine Company https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about the show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina four years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Delicious To Your Door Mar 26, 2020

We welcome Jill Donovan, the leading lady behind Donovan's Dish. You might recognize the name from the AMAZING shrimp and grits they brought to our This Is Not A Happy Hour event two weeks ago. (Yes, we still think about it almost every day.) During the episode, we talk to Jill about how coronavirus is affecting the catering and event industry, as well as what she’s personally doing at Donovan’s Dish to maintain a safe, non-contact “Dish to Door” delivery system. We also talk about her time in college studying fashion merchandising and how it set her up for the retail aspect of her business, the tanning salons she started with her mom called Jill’s Beach, and what a typical dinner at home looks like for her and her kids. Make sure to tune in tomorrow to hear the rest of our conversation!

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Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss

Support our Sponsors: The Folks Foundation! https://www.folksfoundation.org

Our newest sponsor ehungry.com! Join up with their services and receive a free 60 day grace period and only 1.9% of sales after that!

Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com

Triangle Wine Company https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about the show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina four years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Remembering Floyd Cardoz Mar 25, 2020

Our friend Bobby McFarland once worked for Chef Floyd Cardoz in New York. Floyd was Bobby's mentor and taught him how to be a great cook. On our journey to up north for "New York Week", Bobby reached out to Floyd to ask if we could interview him for our podcast. Not only did he agree, but he invited us to his home. His wife made us tea, we pet his dog, he gave us the best tasting asparagus from his garden. It was unreal.

Floyd Cardoz passed away today, reportedly from the COVID virus. Our hearts are broken and there is a sense of helplessness occurring. Our instinct is to remember Floyd today, by re-releasing our interview with him from August 2nd, 2018.

Rest in Peace Chef...

This is NOT A Happy Hour - Friday Mar 20, 2020

It's night one of a 5-part series highlighting our studio/offices at The Kitchen, for the 2nd annual This is NOT a Happy Hour event series.

The podcasts this week are more of a talk-show environment with people from all over the industry stopping by the podcast to chat about what they do and what's going on in the Food and Beverage community right now.

Why isn't this a Happy Hour? NC ABC Liquor laws do not allow alcohol to be discounted at any specific time during the day, thus we aren't allowed to have that magical discounted time from 4-7pm when people gather at their local eateries/bars to network, socialize or just satiate their bellies, at the end of a long workday.

It's a fun, short listen each day, packed with information and entertainment. Eat & Drink Merrily!

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Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss

Support our Sponsors: The Folks Foundation! https://www.folksfoundation.org

Our newest sponsor ehungry.com! Join up with their services and receive a free 60 day grace period and only 1.9% of sales after that!

Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com

Triangle Wine Company https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about the show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina four years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

State of the Industry RE: COVID 19 Mar 19, 2020

Due to the government shutdown of restaurants and bars, we’d like to use our platform to bring our industry together for the purposes of solutions, shared ideas and community.

In a virtual town-hall format, we speak with about 10-15 leaders in the community such as: Lynn Minges of the NCRLA, to Chefs Teddy Diggs, Beth Littlejohn, Jake Wood, as well as Russell Solovay and Brian Hudson of Sysco Foods, Melissa Katrincic of Durham Distillery, Kevin Barrett of Dram & Draught, Chris Roche of Triangle Wine Company, Candice Herriott of Something ELSE About Food, Forrest Mason, Kristin Baughman Taber of Tabletop Media and David Shaner of Offline Media, Trish Wytek and the Professor and Mary-Ann... here on the NC F&B Podcast!

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Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss

Support our Sponsors: The Folks Foundation! https://www.folksfoundation.org

Our newest sponsor ehungry.com! Join up with their services and receive a free 60 day grace period and only 1.9% of sales after that!

Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com

Triangle Wine Company https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about the show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina four years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

This is NOT A Happy Hour - Thursday Mar 19, 2020

It's night one of a 5-part series highlighting our studio/offices at The Kitchen, for the 2nd annual This is NOT a Happy Hour event series.

The podcasts this week are more of a talk-show environment with people from all over the industry stopping by the podcast to chat about what they do and what's going on in the Food and Beverage community right now.

Why isn't this a Happy Hour? NC ABC Liquor laws do not allow alcohol to be discounted at any specific time during the day, thus we aren't allowed to have that magical discounted time from 4-7pm when people gather at their local eateries/bars to network, socialize or just satiate their bellies, at the end of a long workday.

It's a fun, short listen each day, packed with information and entertainment. Eat & Drink Merrily!

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Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss

Support our Sponsors: The Folks Foundation! https://www.folksfoundation.org

Our newest sponsor ehungry.com! Join up with their services and receive a free 60 day grace period and only 1.9% of sales after that!

Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com

Triangle Wine Company https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about the show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina four years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

This Is NOT A Happy Hour - Wednesday Mar 18, 2020

It's night one of a 5-part series highlighting our studio/offices at The Kitchen, for the 2nd annual This is NOT a Happy Hour event series.

The podcasts this week are more of a talk-show environment with people from all over the industry stopping by the podcast to chat about what they do and what's going on in the Food and Beverage community right now.

Why isn't this a Happy Hour? NC ABC Liquor laws do not allow alcohol to be discounted at any specific time during the day, thus we aren't allowed to have that magical discounted time from 4-7pm when people gather at their local eateries/bars to network, socialize or just satiate their bellies, at the end of a long workday.

It's a fun, short listen each day, packed with information and entertainment. Eat & Drink Merrily!

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Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss

Support our Sponsors: The Folks Foundation! https://www.folksfoundation.org

Our newest sponsor ehungry.com! Join up with their services and receive a free 60 day grace period and only 1.9% of sales after that!

Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com

Triangle Wine Company https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about the show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina four years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

This Is NOT A Happy Hour - Tuesday Mar 17, 2020

It's night one of a 5-part series highlighting our studio/offices at The Kitchen, for the 2nd annual This is NOT a Happy Hour event series.

The podcasts this week are more of a talk-show environment with people from all over the industry stopping by the podcast to chat about what they do and what's going on in the Food and Beverage community right now.

Why isn't this a Happy Hour? NC ABC Liquor laws do not allow alcohol to be discounted at any specific time during the day, thus we aren't allowed to have that magical discounted time from 4-7pm when people gather at their local eateries/bars to network, socialize or just satiate their bellies, at the end of a long workday.

It's a fun, short listen each day, packed with information and entertainment. Eat & Drink Merrily!

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Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss

Support our Sponsors: The Folks Foundation! https://www.folksfoundation.org

Our newest sponsor ehungry.com! Join up with their services and receive a free 60 day grace period and only 1.9% of sales after that!

Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com

Triangle Wine Company https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about the show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina four years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

This Is NOT A Happy Hour - Monday Mar 16, 2020

It's night one of a 5-part series highlighting our studio/offices at The Kitchen, for the 2nd annual This is NOT a Happy Hour event series.

The podcasts this week are more of a talk-show environment with people from all over the industry stopping by the podcast to chat about what they do and what's going on in the Food and Beverage community right now.

Why isn't this a Happy Hour? NC ABC Liquor laws do not allow alcohol to be discounted at any specific time during the day, thus we aren't allowed to have that magical discounted time from 4-7pm when people gather at their local eateries/bars to network, socialize or just satiate their bellies, at the end of a long workday.

It's a fun, short listen each day, packed with information and entertainment. Eat & Drink Merrily!

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Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss

Support our Sponsors: The Folks Foundation! https://www.folksfoundation.org

Our newest sponsor ehungry.com! Join up with their services and receive a free 60 day grace period and only 1.9% of sales after that!

Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com

Triangle Wine Company https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about the show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina four years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Vivian Howard Is Somewhere South Mar 10, 2020

Cooking in the South doesn't necessarily mean being from the South. Vivian takes her experience and credibility from "A Chef's Life "and uses it to shed light on other cultures that have brought their food to the south. Listen into this show and watch "Somewhere South", you might not find it all that dissimilar. Hand-pies, porridge, dumplings and more.

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Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss

Support our Sponsors: The Folks Foundation! https://www.folksfoundation.org

Try eHungry for your restaurant's mobile & online ordering. Free setup, free 60 day trial and only 1.9% per order after! www.ehungry.com/ncfb

Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com

Triangle Wine Company https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

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The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about the show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina four years ago and works as a wine distributor.

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Dark, Sweet and Salty Doesn't Simply Define Chocolate Mar 05, 2020

On the outside Videri Chocolate Factory and Sam Ratto were the preeminent small family business. On the inside something very different was happening. In April 2019 Sam was named CEO of The Year, in May he was too depressed to get out of bed. Click in to find out how Sam put ego and depression aside in order to put his business and family back on the path to success. Huge credit goes to Zingermans Zing Train and this very podcast for helping Sam to connect with his new better half!

Be, Rather than seem...

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Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss

Support our Sponsors: The Folks Foundation! https://www.folksfoundation.org

The Butchers Market! https://www.thebutchersmarkets.com

Try eHungry for your restaurant's mobile & online ordering. Free setup, free 60 day trial and only 1.9% per order after! www.ehungry.com/ncfb

Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com

Triangle Wine Company https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina four years ago and works as a wine distributor.

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Inside The Pentagon With Local Icon Jon Seelbinder Feb 27, 2020

One guy 6 businesses. 2 careers, one in the air force and one as a hospitality entrepreneur. 6 years of sobriety, 1 Bartender of The Year Award and a wonderful deep raspy voice that would render Harvey Fierstein jobless, to tell you about it all!

Jon Seelbinder, is the owner and creator of Local Icon Hospitality in Raleigh, NC. Lets just say Jon lives up to the title of his company. Tune in to find out what it's like to create a mini hospitality empire. Also find out what it's like to maintain that empire during crisis.

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Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss

Support our Sponsors: The Folks Foundation! https://www.folksfoundation.org

The Butchers Market! https://www.thebutchersmarkets.com

Try eHungry for your restaurant's mobile & online ordering. Free setup, free 60 day trial and only 1.9% per order after! www.ehungry.com/ncfb

Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com

Triangle Wine Company https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

Eat & Drink Merrily!

New Orleans Flavor and "No More F%$^&n' Sandwiches!" Feb 20, 2020

What is going on inside the head of Chef Sunny Gerhart?

Sunny turned the tragedy of his dad's death into the beginning of a culinary career. Download this episode to learn about New Orleans styled cuisine, North Carolina Oysters and how to conceive and create your own restaurant.

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Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss

Support our Sponsors: The Folks Foundation! https://www.folksfoundation.org

The Butchers Market! https://www.thebutchersmarkets.com

Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com

Triangle Wine Company https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about the show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

The Rum (Rhum) Diaries of Instill Distilling Co Feb 13, 2020

Bad boys, bad boys 'whatchu gonna do when they rum for you...?This episode features Eric Tansey, founder and owner of Instill Distilling Company in Visit Johnston County ! Eric tells us that the most important values the distillery tries to instill are hard work and putting family first, as well as promoting a healthy lifestyle - no “take shots and get wild” action here. We also talk to Eric about how he, along with two friends, built the distillery from the ground up using YouTube videos, and how opening it conflicted with his former position as a Raleigh police officer. Tune in tomorrow to hear all of Eric’s riveting story!

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Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss

Support our Sponsors: The Folks Foundation! https://www.folksfoundation.org

The Butchers Market! https://www.thebutchersmarkets.com

Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com

Triangle Wine Company https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about he show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Tour The Finger Lakes With JBF Nominee Nancy Irelan Feb 06, 2020

Nancy Irelan left a cushy corporate and sunny California job with E&J Gallo. Why did Nancy leave? Nancy and her husband Mike wanted to touch the dirt, and see grape vines again. They gave up sunny California for the cool and glacial winds of Western New York's Finger Lakes Region to make wine.

In 2005 Nancy and her husband began Red Tail Ridge Winery. In the last 14 years not only has Nancy notched a James Beard Award nomination, additionally titans of the wine industry have followed on Nancy's heels to make wine in the finger lakes. Folks such as Paul Hobbs, Johannes Selbach, Louis Barruol and more.

Learn about Pinot Noir Pet-Nat, grape genetics and why riesling is so damn exciting!

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Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at @trujillo.media & @weisswine

Support our Sponsors: The Folks Foundation! https://www.folksfoundation.org

The Butchers Market! https://www.thebutchersmarkets.com

Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com

Triangle Wine Company https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about he show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

The Next Lt. Governor of North Carolina Jan 30, 2020

Change the world through a hospitality lens. Buddy Bengel (who could be the next Lieutenant Governor of NC) believes he can better North Carolina by attacking issues from a restaurant industry perspective. Learn about how and why to run for Lieutenant Governor. Hear how do we continue to evolve North Carolina.

We also learned:

How delicious is butter syrup? Why, laying off the slider and hitting the first pitch fastball will make you a .500 hitter. Will cannabis help NC? Will liquor be privatized in NC? Why You must go to a Coastal Plain League baseball game.

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Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at @trujillo.media & @weisswine

Support our Sponsors: The Folks Foundation! https://www.folksfoundation.org

The Butchers Market! https://www.thebutchersmarkets.com

Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com

Triangle Wine Company https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about he show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Talking Shop with Weaver Street Markets Jan 23, 2020

We’re talking ~shop~ (grocery shopping that is) with Weaver Street Market’s merchandising manager James Watts! The market was founded in 1988 (Watts has been there since 1992) as a pioneer for modern grocery store co-ops that allowed duality of ownership between shoppers and workers. We speak to Watts about how Weaver Street Market creates an empowering workplace and engages consumers with interesting products. Tune in to hear more!

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Follow the show @ncfbpod and hosts at @trujillo.media & @weisswine

Support our Sponsors: The Folks Foundation! https://www.folksfoundation.org

The Butchers Market! https://www.thebutchersmarkets.com

Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com

Triangle Wine Company https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media

For booking or questions about he show, contact: max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Preserving A North Carolina Tradition with Ed & Ryan Mitchell Jan 16, 2020

Today we feature legendary pitmaster Ed Mitchell and his son Ryan! Ed tells us that he got into the bbq business after making a whole hog for his mom one day for lunch at their mom and pop grocery store in Wilson, which quickly got the attention of customers and became incredibly popular even outside of town. Ed and Ryan went on to open The Pit, which delivered barbecue cooked in the way that it was traditionally done, creating a new market for meat in Raleigh and Durham. Tune in to hear more about the incredible father-son duo and their new venture, The Preserve!

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Women Owned Wineries with Amy Bess Cook Jan 09, 2020

The tide is beginning to rise for the Female winemaker and the women who own wineries. Find out from Imbibe Magazine's 2019 Wine Person of The Year, Amy Bess Cook on why that's important. This episode speaks to anyone who hasn't been given a fair/equal chance because of their gender, color or creed. Listen up and you will be aware. Once awareness sets in, get ready for action.

One more treat for you, this episode is guest hosted by two of the top wine professionals in our fine state of NC, enjoy!

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Welcome our newest sponsor of the podcast, The Folks Foundation! Learn more here: https://www.folksfoundation.org
And check out The Butchers Market! Your Neighborhood Butcher & Specialty Grocer. Providing premium meats, local products and excellent hospitality every day. https://www.thebutchersmarkets.com
Thirsty for a sweet bite? Well then, we've got your covered. Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com allows you to Eat & Drink Merrily all at once!
**Need wine or beer... or Proof Alcohol Ice Cream? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

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https://www.ncfbpodcast.com/about

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

A 2019 North Carolina Food and Beverage Year In Review Jan 01, 2020

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Welcome our newest sponsor of the podcast, The Folks Foundation! Learn more here: https://www.folksfoundation.org
And check out The Butchers Market! Your Neighborhood Butcher & Specialty Grocer. Providing premium meats, local products and excellent hospitality every day. https://www.thebutchersmarkets.com
Thirsty for a sweet bite? Well then, we've got your covered. Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com allows you to Eat & Drink Merrily all at once!
**Need wine or beer... or Proof Alcohol Ice Cream? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

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https://www.ncfbpodcast.com/about

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Happy Holidays from the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast Dec 26, 2019

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Welcome our newest sponsor of the podcast, The Folks Foundation! Learn more here: https://www.folksfoundation.org
And check out The Butchers Market! Your Neighborhood Butcher & Specialty Grocer. Providing premium meats, local products and excellent hospitality every day. https://www.thebutchersmarkets.com
Thirsty for a sweet bite? Well then, we've got your covered. Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com allows you to Eat & Drink Merrily all at once!
**Need wine or beer... or Proof Alcohol Ice Cream? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

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https://www.ncfbpodcast.com/about

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Fullsteam Ahead With Sean Lilly Wilson Dec 19, 2019

It's not impactful enough to start a hyper local brewery using all local ingredients. Inspire and stimulate an entire southern brewer economy based on local agriculture, now that begins to scratch Sean Lilly Wilson's itch. If spending over $500k in local agriculture wasn't enough for Sean and Fullsteam, was spearheading the Pop The Cap Movement? What about being a 4 time James Beard Award nominee for Outstanding Beverage Professional? Multiple Good Food Awards? What makes Sean tic and what is next for him, click to listen and find out!

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Welcome our newest sponsor of the podcast, The Folks Foundation! Learn more here: https://www.folksfoundation.org
And check out The Butchers Market! Your Neighborhood Butcher & Specialty Grocer. Providing premium meats, local products and excellent hospitality every day. https://www.thebutchersmarkets.com
Thirsty for a sweet bite? Well then, we've got your covered. Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com allows you to Eat & Drink Merrily all at once!
**Need wine or beer... or Proof Alcohol Ice Cream? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

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https://www.ncfbpodcast.com/about

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Life after the explosion with Chef Matt Kelly Dec 12, 2019

The true "Duke of Durham" lets us in on what happened during the Durham gas explosion. Chef Matt also lets us peek inside his brain for a few secrets to success;

Use your imagination and write things down

Take inspiration and learn lessons from your family

Empower your employees

Be aware of simple tasks

Prepare your mental mise en place

Thoughts on being a chef vs a restauranteur

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Welcome our newest sponsor of the podcast, The Butchers Market! Your Neighborhood Butcher & Specialty Grocer. Providing premium meats, local products and excellent hospitality every day. https://www.thebutchersmarkets.com
Thirsty for a sweet bite? Well then, wee've got your covered. Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com allows you to Eat & Drink Merrily all at once!
**Need wine or beer... or Proof Alcohol Ice Cream? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

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https://www.ncfbpodcast.com/about

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

The Goodyear House with Chris Coleman Dec 05, 2019

Listen in as Max and guest-hosts Bobby McFarland and Lauren Kruchten chat with Chef Chris Coleman of the soon-to-be-open The Goodyear House in Charlotte! Tune in tomorrow to hear our convo about Chris’s experiences cooking at The McNinch House, Asbury and Stoke, the evolution of Charlotte’s food scene and how The Goodyear House will contribute to the burgeoning NoDa neighborhood. _________________________________________________________

We are proud welcome our newest sponsor to the show, Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com where you can Eat & Drink Merrily all at once!
**Need wine or beer... or Proof Alcohol Ice Cream? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

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https://www.ncfbpodcast.com/about

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Bringing Cajun to Carolina & Thanksgiving with NanaSteak Nov 27, 2019

Open a steak house with a legendary chef, right next door to an illustrious performing arts center. The Weddington brothers did it! Listen in to find out what it likes to make a steakhouse fit the foodie culture of Durham, NC.

Also, all the answers to:

How to properly brine a turkey.

Who you should be rooting for, football wise on Thanksgiving?

The never ending question of, what to drink with Thanksgiving?

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house veteran/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Champagne Wishes and Caviar Dreams Nov 21, 2019

Caviar, some of us think, delicacy and the peak of culinary excellence. Some of us think caviar and we think "fishy egg crap."

Marshallberg Farm right here on the coast of North Carolina thought caviar equals a sustainable and farm-able protein source. Beyond all the other attributes let me validate this episode and clarify by letting you know that the caviar and smoked sturgeon meat was simply delicious, you must try it! By the way caviar doesn't only come from Russia.

Did you know that caviar dates back to ancient Greece? Did you know that the USA imports 90% of our seafood? Did you know that there are multiple types of Sturgeon fish and only 3 are ideal for making caviar. Do you know what vodka or beverage pair best with caviar? Listen in to find out all the answers and what it takes to make caviar and the technology Marshallberg Farm uses to make it efficient and delicious.

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Barolo and It's Social Purpose Nov 14, 2019

We sit down with the princess of the Vajra Winery Francesca Vajra, who produces the king of wines, Barolo. Vajra is arguably the most influential producer of Barolo and Piemonte wines in the last 15 years. Francesca visited NC and sat down with us to share the secrets to producing delicious Barolo. Francesca provides insight into how to respect your land and understand it's purpose. Oh, also how to work with and still love your family.

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We are proud welcome our newest sponsor to the show, Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com where you can Eat & Drink Merrily all at once!
**Need wine or beer... or Proof Alcohol Ice Cream? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

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https://www.ncfbpodcast.com/about

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

For any form of negative criticism, email:matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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The Gingerbread Benefit by Triangle Family Services Nov 12, 2019

Here's a short bonus episode to feature the Gingerbread Benefit that supports Triangle Family Services. Podcast link in the comments section. Click here to get tickets: https://tfsnc.org/event/gingerbread-benefit We speak with the CEO of The Triangle Family Services, Alice Lutz & Pastry Chef Tiesha Whittaker of Buttermilk Boutique. (Recently voted People's Choice Winner for best pastry chef at the NCRLA Chef Showdown) https://www.buttermilkboutique.com

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We are proud welcome our newest sponsor to the show, Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com where you can Eat & Drink Merrily all at once!
**Need wine or beer... or Proof Alcohol Ice Cream? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

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https://www.ncfbpodcast.com/about

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

For any form of negative criticism, email:matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Dinner with Chefs Greg Collier and Joe Kindred Nov 07, 2019

We travel to Cornelius, NC for an exclusive conversation with Chef Greg Collier of The Yolk, Soul Food Sessions and the upcoming Leah & Louise.

https://theyolkcafe.com/about-the-chef/

As well as the host of the evening, Joe Kindred of Hello, Sailor and Kindred.

https://hellosailornc.com

https://kindreddavidson.com

Guests co-hosts Chef Bobby McFarland and Lauren Kruchten join Max as we discuss the South, Calabash, Mentors and the culture in the kitchen while on the patio of Hello, Sailor!

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

For any form of negative criticism, email:matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Mistress of Mycology Oct 31, 2019

This episode gets fungi-ly! Did you now that Oyster mushrooms have more protein than chicken? Tune into to find out the secrets behind farming mushrooms. Why do some mushrooms taste better than others? Laura Stewart has all the answers and she makes Mushroom Jerky!

We are proud welcome our newest sponsor to the show, Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com where you can Eat & Drink Merrily all at once!
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GET TICKETS TO Taste of the Wild HERE:Â https://www.eventbrite.com/e/taste-of-the-wild-tickets-67251157021

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https://www.ncfbpodcast.com/about

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

For any form of negative criticism, email:matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Botanist & Barrel Oct 24, 2019

Today’s episode features Lyndon Smith and Amie Fields, founders of the funky @botanistandbarrel! The couple tells us the story of how they got their cidery in Cedar Grove started and their first experiment with blueberry wine, then we talk about their background in the wine business, what they’re currently offering and what new and exciting ciders are in the works.

We are proud welcome our newest sponsor to the show, Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com where you can Eat & Drink Merrily all at once!
**Need wine or beer... or Proof Alcohol Ice Cream? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!
GET TICKETS TO Taste of the Wild HERE:Â https://www.eventbrite.com/e/taste-of-the-wild-tickets-67251157021

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https://www.ncfbpodcast.com/about

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&Bpodcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

For any form of negative criticism, email:matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Redneck BBQ Lab's Jerry Stephenson Oct 17, 2019

Why go to Johnston County for BBQ? Redneck BBQ is scientific, it's for "people who were picked last at dodgeball." It doesn't matter how it's supposed to taste, what matters is how does it taste?

Jerry Stephenson isn't scared of anything, except for maybe his Momma's opinion of his food, listen into find out if she likes his BBQ.

Also in this episode;

Banana Pudding Cannoli

Ugly Drum Smokers

Redneck Science

Be sure to Visit Johnston County to find Redneck BBQ Lab along with so many other amazing North Carolina establishments. For details, go to https://www.johnstoncountync.org.

We are proud welcome our newest sponsor to the show, Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com where you can Eat & Drink Merrily all at once!
**Need wine or beer... or Proof Alcohol Ice Cream? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!
GET TICKETS TO Taste of the Wild HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/taste-of-the-wild-tickets-67251157021

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Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

For any form of criticism, email: matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

The Irish Tycoon Oct 10, 2019

Bartender to businessman, Niall Hanley is the American dream. He came to Raleigh as a bartender, and is now a community leader. Niall's most recent project was bringing the Morgan Street Food Hall to Raleigh, before that he brought the Hibernian pub, the world renowned Raleigh Beer Garden and many more to Raleigh. Listen in to find out his keys to success and what's next, oh and how to achieve a Guinness World Record!

We are proud welcome our newest sponsor to the show, Proof Alcohol Ice Cream https://proofalcoholicecream.com where you can Eat & Drink Merrily all at once!
**Need wine or beer... or Proof Alcohol Ice Cream? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!
GET TICKETS TO Taste of the Wild HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/taste-of-the-wild-tickets-67251157021

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https://www.ncfbpodcast.com/about

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

For any form of criticism, email: matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Asheville Week Finishes with Chefs Steven Goff & Travis Milton Oct 04, 2019

It's Asheville Week as the NC F&B Podcast travels to the mountains for Chow Chow, An Asheville Culinary Event.

This episode features:

Listen all week for new episodes dropping, all about Asheville!

**Support Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

**Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!
https://www.ncfbpodcast.com/about
Hospitality industry veterans,Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

For any form of criticism, email: matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Asheville Week, The Gin Show Oct 03, 2019

It's Asheville Week as the NC F&B Podcast travels to the mountains for Chow Chow, an Asheville Culinary Event.

This episode features Gin! Geek out as we discuss, Juniper, Old Tom, Genever, the history of Gin and the future of it in North Carolina

Listen all week for new episodes dropping, all about Asheville!

**Support Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

**Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

https://www.ncfbpodcast.com/about
Hospitality industry veterans,Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

For any form of criticism, email: matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Asheville Week with Sasha Shreders & The Montford Rooftop Bar Oct 02, 2019

It's Asheville Week as the NC F&B Podcast travels to the mountains for Chow Chow, An Asheville Culinary Event.

In this episode we chat cheese finally! Then, we go high atop downtown Asheville to the Montford Rooftop Bar to discuss the inns and outs of Asheville.

This episode features:

Sasha Shreders -Cheese Expert for Cheney Brothers
Philip Bollhoefer (exec chef) and Miranda Escalante (bev manager) at The Montford Rooftop Bar.
Jen Rice- freelance writer for Eater, Food and Wine
Stephanie Burnette- of Eat Drink Carolinas & Editing Manager of At Home Magazine
Catherine Campbell- director of Bright Planning

Listen all week for new episodes dropping, all about Asheville!

**Support Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

**Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans,Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

For any form of criticism, email: matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Asheville Week with Foothills Meats Oct 01, 2019

It's Asheville Week as the NC F&B Podcast travels to the mountains for Chow Chow, An Asheville Culinary Event.

Throughout the week, we will release episodes featuring those who participated in bringing the inaugural Chow Chow event too Asheville.

In this episode, it's all about the meats. We have Casey McKissick & Meg Montgomery of Foothills Meats. We get into butchering, sustainability and responsible practices for purchasing meat. We learned a few things, listen up!

Listen all week for new episodes dropping, all about Asheville!

**Support Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

**Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Asheville Week with Dot Dot Dot Sep 30, 2019

It's Asheville Week as the NC F&B Podcast travels to the mountains for Chow Chow, An Asheville Culinary Event.

Throughout the week, we will release episodes featuring those who participated in bringing the inaugural Chow Chow event too Asheville.

First up, it's the famed Charlotte establishment Dot Dot Dot, run by Stefan Huebner and his chef, Daniel Wheeler. We discuss the food scene in both Asheville and Charlotte, cocktails, menu design, all while nestled up cozy in a thunderstorm.

Listen all week for new episodes dropping, all about Asheville!

**Support Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

**Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Papa Shogun’s Chef Tom Cuomo Sep 26, 2019

Chicken Parm-Ramen, need I say more? That dish is just a hint of what this Papa is cooking up. Tom Cuomo, had a vision of what he wanted to cook and where. Listen in to understand how he learned by the side of Wylie Dufresne. Find out where Chef Tom gets his inspiration to come up with dishes such as tonkatsu milanese and Kombu gnocchi. Surprisingly, Chef Cuomo did not use Itameshi as a resource but more of a point of validation. Have this episode fuse your mind and your appetite.

**Support Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

**Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Know Thy Farmer, Know Thy Chef and Thus Know Thy Self Sep 19, 2019

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CLICK ABOVE to RSVP for Tony’s Taco Tube!!

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A Jersey girl becomes an activist and an accidental chef and then wins a James Beard award for Best Chef Southeast. From the Lantern in Chapel Hill, to The Durham Hotel in Durham, to writing her own "Cooking In The Moment," cookbook Chef Andrea Reusing is Dynamic!

Also heard in this episode;

Interview tips from Max as he reveals why he tanked his interview with Chef Andrea

Opening a restaurant right after 9-11.

Asian fusion

Mathematical answers to emotional questions

Why Max thinks that Andrea thinks he is a crazy person

**Support Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

**Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

NCRLA's Chef Showdown 2019 Sep 12, 2019

On tomorrow’s episode we speak with five of the talented chefs who will be competing for the title of Best Chef in NC at the NCRLA Chef Showdown on September 30! Get your tickets HERE!!

Hear from Kyle Teears of Whiskey Kitchen, Tie Whitaker of Buttermilk Boutique, LLC., Brandon Shepard of Urban Street Eats, Amanda Ezzell of Ezzel’s Catering and Jamie Turner of Earl's Grocery and Soul Food Sessions on how they got into the competition and what they’ll be making for the finale! Tune in tomorrow to hear more!

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**Support Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

**Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

The Future of BBQ Sep 05, 2019

Raleigh is up in smoke!

Esquites (Mexican street corn) on the side of a classic double patty burger done on a flat top with American cheese and dill pickles all on a potato bun. Hungry yet? I haven't even talked about BBQ yet. Adam Cunningham and Marc Russel are fusing Eastern North Carolina, Texas and Kansas City BBQ's all in one. As if melding different BBQ cultures wasn't enough, these mad-bbq geniuses introduce latin flavors (barbacoa) into their whole hogs, smoked meats and sides.

We nerd out on BBQ, why you have to use a flat top to cook burgers, how to use smokers inside. You can listen to this now and go experience it all soon at Longleaf Swine BBQ inside the Transfer CO food hall!

**Support Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

**Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

THC, CBD, Does It Get You High or By? Aug 29, 2019

Weed, marijuana, CBD Oils, vapes, hemp. What is the deal with all these cannabis based products? Nick Sagan of Flat River Infusions shares the knowledge of all things cannabis. We discuss the evolution of cannabis into the wellness realm. If you are wondering what are the legal ramifications of CBD and THC, we cover that, so find out what’s legal, medicine, and recreational.

Warning, this show will get you high emotionally and intellectually!

**Support Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

**Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Boozy Ice Cream & Chow Chow Aug 22, 2019

How do I get Ice cream into my liquor? Or," I'm done eating, I want something sweet, I want one more drink, I don't have any after dinner drinks," Proof Ice Cream solves all your first world problems! Listen into the CEO and former Gamecock's basketball star Jen Randall Collins tell her story of creating this wonderful Ice Cream that will solve all the worlds problems!

Bonus time- we also chat with Angel Holmes about the brand new Asheville festival Chow Chow! Chow Chow, involves the likes of Katie Button, Jose Andres, Ashley Christensen and so many more! Hope to see everyone there September 12-15th!

**Support Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

**Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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A Vintage Grinder Throwback Aug 15, 2019

"I took braised short rib, added pork belly, fried it and added mashed potatoes!" That dish was the decadent side of Chef Daniel Schurr, but what makes him genuine is his Class, precision and dedication to making his restaurant the the best place you can dine.

Chef Daniel doesn't need to be known, but he wants you to experience his restaurant. We discuss the "why" of fine dining, the strategy of a chef driven wine program and the secrets of service.

**Support Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

**Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Transformers of Brew Aug 08, 2019

For years anybody who owned land or a restaurant or a bar in Raleigh wanted to get their hands on the space atop Boylan Street. Chris Borresson (aka Cap'n Redbeard, aka Magic maker) and his wife Sara Abernethy were not in Raleigh and did not seek this potential pot of gold that sat atop the Boylan Bridge. However, because they did not seek it, much like the Sorcerer's Stone, they were awarded it.

Chris and Sara acquired the sleepy "also-ran" known as the Boylan Street Brew Pub in August of 2018. On this episode we hear how Chris and Sara brought in the likes of the one and only Max Trujillo, Bobby McFarland to help transform this majestic location high atop Raleigh into a brewery and kitchen that is befitting of it's location. This episode, has restaurant creation, entrepreneurial business wisdom and some delicious cooking and brewing tips.

**Support Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

**Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Craft Cocktails, Ghosts and Naked Women @ Revival 1869 Aug 01, 2019

In this episode we learn about sneaking booze into Iraq, banana curry cocktails and why Whistle Pig 15yr and Old Weller Antique 107 are floating Mike Stojic and Maleah Christie's boat. We get into some heavy vetting... of cocktails that is. We also eat booze filled ice cream and discuss why Johnson County and specifically Clayton, NC are rad! _________________________________________________

**Explore North Carolina one county at a time. And put Johnston County at the top of your next excursion! Check out https://www.johnstoncountync.org for more information about a growing area of NC!

**Support Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

**Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Booze, to Privatize or Not to Privatize, That Is the Question; Jul 25, 2019

Whether 'tis nobler in the mind to suffer the slings and arrows of outrageous fortune (I.E. State controlled liquor) or to take arms against a sea of troubles. And, by opposing them, we go down the the arduous road of privatization. This is the conundrum, it is not all roses with a free market, there will be growing pains, but there will also be great gains. In the meantime house bill 971 & senate bill 290 have offered some upgrades to our current system. Listen in to find out what goodies our industry just received. We discuss in the bills and the benefits in depth with the NCRLA Director of Communications and lobbyist Margo Metzger.

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Welcome our newest sponsor, Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com

Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Raft Wines Winemaker Jennifer Reichardt Jul 18, 2019

We shake up the format of the show from the get-go with a live, impromptu theme-song with musicians George Hage and Mike Rosado of the Pencil Pushers Podcast. (http://pencilpusherspodcast.libsyn.com)

Then the show gets deep into California wine with winemaker Jennifer Reichardt of Raft Wines (https://drink.raft.wine) and, filling in for Matt Weiss, friend of the show, Swarup Bandyopadhyay.

Listen to how the daughter of the a duck farmer becomes an entrepreneur in the wine industry. Her usage of unique varieties of grapes, coupled with a small budget, creates more than just delicious wine.

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Welcome our newest sponsor, Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com

Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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The M-E-T-H-O-D Of The M-E-R-C-A-T-O Man Jul 11, 2019

Gabe Barker is the offspring of culinary royalty, JBF Award winners Karen and Ben Barker. Hear how Gabe created a farm to table "neapolitan style" pizza. Pizza with a thin crust but a New York chew. Chef Gabe has taken advantage of his roots to become a chef with a 360 degree of his food and his business. Everything inside of Pizzeria Mercato is meticulously considered, from the bread to the guest.

Also-hear why;

Octopus is a sentient being and needs to be cooked very carefully

How to cook/create with a 31 year old sourdough starter

How to gift your child a dynamic palate

How to get kissed on the lips by Gabe Barker

Welcome our newest sponsor, Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com

Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Female Empowerment In The Vineyards of France Jul 04, 2019

While the Women's FIFA World Cup is taking place in France 3 of France's top Female Winemakers from @vintage59imports joined us in studio in Raleigh. Francoise Le Calvez of Coupe Roses in Minervois, Francoise Ollier of Ollier-Taillefer in Faugeres and Melanie Pfister of Domaine Pfister in Alsace. In honor of national women’s month, we talk about how female winemakers are perceived in France and how each came to be leaders of their domains. We also talk about their families and the history of their domains, as well as grapes, varietals and how weather affects taste. Tune in to hear more!

Welcome our newest sponsor, Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com

Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Cooking On The Straight and Narrow Jun 27, 2019

Women in crisis now have a road map to success. Carroll's Kitchen in downtown Raleigh is a top lunch destination, what many who patronize the cafe don't realize about it, is the fact that it is not just a restaurant. Carroll's Kitchen is a non-profit cafe that employs women in crisis, whether these women went through incarceration, addiction, domestic violence or something else horrific, a job at Carroll’s Kitchen is an opportunity to resurrect their lives. Oh and by the way, the food is absolutely delicious, just try a Kolache!

Welcome our newest sponsor, Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com

Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Sneaking Back Into Mexico Jun 20, 2019

We sit down with James Beard Nominee chef Oscar Diaz and the owner of the Cortez Raleigh, Charlie Ibarra. Oscar tells the story of sneaking back into Mexico on a research trip. Chef Oscar’s story symbolizes both his and Charlie's mission of fusing the flavors and culture of Mexico with the produce and bounty of North Carolina.

We explore the rise and quality evolution of the Mexican restaurant in America, and the identity crisis of the South Eastern America Latino. In addition to ethnic identity we learn the secret to the Cortez's famous butter beans and what it's like to find out you've been nominated for a JBF award!

Welcome our newest sponsor, Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com

Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

Need legal help in the Food and Beverage industry? Reach out to the Forrest Firm and tell them Max and Matt referred you.

http://forrestfirm.com Forrest Firm, Business Attorneys Across North Carolina

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Stop Plowing and Save the World With Regenerative Agriculture Jun 13, 2019

This might be the most important episode ever. Make more money, make food taste better, oh and save the world. If 10% more of the worlds farms would practice regenerative agriculture, it literally would save the world.

This episode explores the evolution of American farming and why the industry has become so problematic. This pod is for the history books and the history buffs. We discuss everything from the dust bowl, to World War 2 and modern day farming.

A few guidelines to regenerative agriculture:

DO NOT PLOW OR TIL

Plant and crop diversity

keep roots in the ground year round

Multi Paddock Grazing

No need to have extreme yields

No pesticides and herbicides or any synthetics

Welcome our newest sponsor, Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com

Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

Need legal help in the Food and Beverage industry? Reach out to the Forrest Firm and tell them Max and Matt referred you.

http://forrestfirm.com Forrest Firm, Business Attorneys Across North Carolina

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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PBR & Punk Rock With Chef Bill Smith Jun 06, 2019

Here's why you want to listen to this episode;

You will find out how to become an effective leader and also learn the following:

Learn about the potato salad divide

How you should choose mayonnaise

How to easily make the most delicious Mexican corn that has ever graced your lips.

How to become an executive chef.

Why you can effect social change as a chef.

Do you need any more reasons?

Ok here is one more, learn to gracefully and happily ride off into the sunset (retire) without being put out to pasture AKAhttp://www.crookscorner.com/bill-smith-1 http://www.crookscorner.com/ maintaining relevance and self worth.

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If you are a female in the culinary world, you should go to FAB FAB is educational and inspirational workshops created by women, for women in the hospitality industry.

Welcome our newest sponsor, Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com

Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

Need legal help in the Food and Beverage industry? Reach out to the Forrest Firm and tell them Max and Matt referred you.

http://forrestfirm.com Forrest Firm, Business Attorneys Across North Carolina

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Creating Cocktail Culture in Raleigh May 30, 2019

Foundation Bar is the epicenter of North Carolina Cocktail culture! All domestic and all delicious. Architecture and cocktails that are meticulously organized and functional. This is your cocktail bar, your whiskey bar or your wine bar, whatever you want it to be.

We celebrate with the owners of Foundation Will Alphin & Vincent Whitehurst. Their “show runners” Garrett Waddell & Kyle Hankin also join us to describe the importance and impact of working at Foundation! Listen in and cheers to 10 years of cocktail culture creation!

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If you are a female in the culinary world, you should go to FAB FAB is educational and inspirational workshops created by women, for women in the hospitality industry.

Welcome our newest sponsor, Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com

Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

Need legal help in the Food and Beverage industry? Reach out to the Forrest Firm and tell them Max and Matt referred you.

http://forrestfirm.com Forrest Firm, Business Attorneys Across North Carolina

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Stem Ciders and The Northern Spy May 23, 2019

Why are you not drinking Cider? Do you think Cider is a "sweet, wussy" drink? Cider is craft, Cider is regional, Cider is fascinating! Cider is so good, we had to delve back into a second episode with Mattie Beason to find out why he thought Stem Ciders was so delicious that he needed to bring them to NC.

Stem Ciders is coming to NC in a big way, not only with distribution but with a dynamic bottle shop and tap room called The Northern Spy! Stem Ciders has something for everyone, from a salted cucumber cider, to bone dry cider to off dry and even a bourbon barrell aged edition. Drink Cider, it will improve your life!

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If you are a female in the culinary world, you should go to FAB FAB is educational and inspirational workshops created by women, for women in the hospitality industry.

Welcome our newest sponsor, Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com

Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

Need legal help in the Food and Beverage industry? Reach out to the Forrest Firm and tell them Max and Matt referred you.

http://forrestfirm.com Forrest Firm, Business Attorneys Across North Carolina

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Thrive NC 2019- The Most Impressive Gathering of NC Culinary Talent May 16, 2019

It's as if you were there, at Thrive NC with Max and Matt as they provide full access to everything.

The Summit: "150 community leaders will explore unique solutions to food insecurity from across the country, engage in meaningful conversations about the state of food insecurity in North Carolina, and identify tangible next steps."

to the Festival: "The two-day festival celebrates North Carolina’s culinary roots by bringing together top chefs and restaurants with live music. All ticket proceeds benefit organizations committed to improving food insecurity in North Carolina."

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If you are a female in the culinary world, you should go to FAB FAB is educational and inspirational workshops created by women, for women in the hospitality industry.

Welcome our newest sponsor, Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com

Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

Need legal help in the Food and Beverage industry? Reach out to the Forrest Firm and tell them Max and Matt referred you.

http://forrestfirm.com Forrest Firm, Business Attorneys Across North Carolina

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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The Story Of How To Be A Power Couple May 09, 2019

Nick and Rochelle Johnson have authored the fairytale, how you transition creative to corporate and have a successful marriage! Nick is a wild-man, he went from acupuncture in India and Australia to sailing a boat to Cuba and finally coming home to Durham to regenerate homes and neighborhoods. Rochelle provides the fortress of solitude where the ideas can rest and evolve in order to be effectively implemented with super strength.

This power couple has created a commissary kitchen/event space, a brewery/tap room, a Ramen hotspot and a food truck! On top of their own businesses the Cookery has been the incubator for many other wonderful businesses for other aspiring entrepreneurs. Listen into to for blue print on how you and your special someone can be a creative force in your community!

Welcome our newest sponsor, Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com

Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

Need legal help in the Food and Beverage industry? Reach out to the Forrest Firm and tell them Max and Matt referred you.

http://forrestfirm.com Forrest Firm, Business Attorneys Across North Carolina

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Outstanding Chef of the Year 2019: Ashley Christensen May 07, 2019

Hooray! Our state's driving force in the culinary industry was recognized as the Outstanding Chef of the Year by the James Beard Foundation for 2019.

Ashley's contributions to our state's food culture are unparalleled. We say thank you for the hard work and vision you have brought our state.

Watch:

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Pizzeria Faulisi & Big Doms Bagels May 02, 2019

Hop on the Faulisi magic carpet from Pittsburgh to Cary to NYC to Miami, back to NYC, then to Durham, and finally to Cary, it's a wild one. Between working for the likes of Andrew Carmellini, Joe's Pub, the W Hotel Miami and Andrea Reusing, Zach and Amber Faulisi formulated their dreams of opening an authentic Neopolitan pizza restaurant.

What do you do during the day while you are running a successful pizza restaurant, you work on a bagel recipe! Big Dom's Bagel is the real deal and captivating breakfast eaters of Cary, North Carolina. Tune in to hear the Faulisi's path to becoming Cary culinary royalty. Learn a thing or two about how they make their pizza and bagels. Most impressively, find out how the Faulisi's were able to carve out a well functioning family through all of it!

Welcome our newest sponsor, Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com

Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

Need legal help in the Food and Beverage industry? Reach out to the Forrest Firm and tell them Max and Matt referred you.

http://forrestfirm.com Forrest Firm, Business Attorneys Across North Carolina

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina three years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Ashley Christensen & Vivian Howard Together for Thrive NC May 01, 2019

Christensen and Howard Bring All-Star Talent to Thrive NC Demo Stage

Chefs from across the state bring diverse their talent and stories to the stage

Ashley Christensen and Vivian Howard have announced their star-studded chef demo lineup for May 9 and 10 at Thrive NC presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) at City Market in Downtown Raleigh. Thrive NC is a two day event to raise awareness of food insecurity in North Carolina and to elevate organizations addressing this statewide crisis.

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Welcome our newest sponsor, Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com

Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

Need legal help in the Food and Beverage industry? Reach out to the Forrest Firm and tell them Max and Matt referred you.

http://forrestfirm.com Forrest Firm, Business Attorneys Across North Carolina

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Durham's Own Nano-Brewery Apr 25, 2019

We celebrate North Carolina Beer Month with creator of Glass Jug. The Glass Jug is not just a brewery or a tap room, Chris and Katy Creech are pioneers in the local craft beer movement. Chris and Katy were at the forefront of pushing across house bill 829, which enhances the flavor, freshness and accessibility of your growlers.

This episode is like a juicy IPA, we talk local hops, pressure filled growlers and give you fair warning for the upcoming Brewgaloo! Grab yourself a cold one and a listen.

Welcome our newest sponsor, Bestow Baked Goods, currently located in Fuquay-Varina but soon to open in Holly Springs! https://bestowbakedgoods.com

Follow them on Instagram @bestowbakedgoods

Need legal help in the Food and Beverage industry? Reach out to the Forrest Firm and tell them Max and Matt referred you.

http://forrestfirm.com Forrest Firm, Business Attorneys Across North Carolina

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving toÂ North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Heirloom Kitchen, Heritage Recipes and Family Stories From Immigrant Women Apr 18, 2019

Imagine all the great family recipes in the world not being written down or shared with others. The extinction of great food recipes, was a gap in evolution that Anna Francese Gass needed to fill. After getting advice and guidance from the likes of Martha Stewart , Anna went to work.

Anna traveled across the country to cook with immigrant grandmothers who had a reputation for making delicious and authentic food from their homelands. Listen in as we get the inside scoop of cooking in the kitchens of 40 different immigrant grandmothers. We have everything from the "meatball project" to the difference of Borscht from the Ukraine to Queens.

Oh we also learn how to get a book deal!

GET TICKETS TO "Hey Neighbor" in Cary for April 29th - heyneighbor.eventbrite.com

http://forrestfirm.com Forrest Firm, Business Attorneys Across North Carolina

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving toÂ North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Whiskey Kitchen Part 1 - The Thors Apr 11, 2019

Fair warning, this episode can be difficult to listen to at times. Michael and Sarah Thor were on the cusp of realizing their dreams when all of the sudden Michael suffered a horrific motorcycle accident.

Michael is now in a wheelchair with C2 spinal cord injury and Sarah is his main caregiver. The Thor's nonetheless consider themselves lucky! Michael is a chef who is thankful for having regained his senses of smell and taste. Sarah considers themselves lucky that Michael was found in enough time after the accident in order to keep him breathing, and the Thor's are thankful there dream, The Whiskey Kitchen is still alive and well.

GET TICKETS TO "Hey Neighbor" in Cary for April 29th - heyneighbor.eventbrite.com

http://forrestfirm.com Forrest Firm, Business Attorneys Across North Carolina

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving toÂ North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Whiskey Kitchen Part 2 - The Team Apr 11, 2019

Whiskey Kitchen was not going to fail. This is the story of how co-creator Jeff Mickel carried out Michael Thor's vision for Whiskey Kitchen. Also, hear about the first time Michael came back to see the spot he had dreamed of and meet the team.

Let's talk a little whiskey also!

GET TICKETS TO "Hey Neighbor" in Cary for April 29th - heyneighbor.eventbrite.com

http://forrestfirm.com Forrest Firm, Business Attorneys Across North Carolina

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving toÂ North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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In Pursuit Of Flavor With Joyce Farms Apr 04, 2019

Imagine farming chickens that take twice as long to grow and are half the size as a commercial chickens. Not an ideal business plan huh? Ron Joyce didn't want to grow the biggest chickens, he wanted to grow the best taking chickens. Ron's pursuit of flavor has led him to establish the domestic version of France's Label Rouge program. Joyce Farms Poulet Rouge is the only program of it's kind in the USA.

Finding flavor also led Ron to Dr. Allen Williams, grass fed Aberdeen Angus Beef and Adam Grady with local Gloucestershire Old Spot. One other thing Ron Joyce found, regenerative farming....

http://forrestfirm.com Forrest Firm, Business Attorneys Across North Carolina

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving toÂ North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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**Bonus** The News & Observer Community Voices Apr 02, 2019

Today’s bonus episode is in conjunction with the New & Observer’s Community Voices that happened last week, March 27th, at the Raleigh Museum of History.

The evening was led by Ned Barnett, the associate opinion editor for the News & Observer, and featured a food-focused Community Voices panel consisting of chef/owner of Garland Cheetie Kumar, Chef Robert Copa Matos of COPA in Durham, Food Writer Drew Jackson of The News & Observer and your’s truly, Max Trujillo.

We answer the question:

"What's on the menu of for Triangle restaurants?"

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Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving toÂ North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Oakwood Pizza Box Mar 28, 2019

Oakwood Pizza Box is the best version of the neighborhood pizza joint you grew up with. Anthony Guerra is a perfectionist of everything from Air Jordans to tomato sauce. Listening to this podcast will help you understand why and how Anthony Guerra was so successful at Bella Mia, An, and with opening Crawford & Son.

Remember when you were a kid and you went to the local pizza spot to grab a slice, a coca-cola and celebrate your little league game. Remember, where you went after the high school dance to debrief about all the gossip that just went down, this is that place but on steroids.

We get into why Anthony decided to go simple NYC style pizza, why this place is so important to him, his wife and his daughters, and why cheese is first.

http://forrestfirm.com Forrest Firm, Business Attorneys Across North Carolina

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving toÂ North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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MATI Energy Brewed In Clayton, North Carolina Mar 21, 2019

CEO of MATI Energy drink Eric Masters gives Max and Matt a "pick me up?"This episode dives deep into beverages and the healthy options available.

We discover the effects of the Guayusa leaf and what the heck is Theobromine. You will also learn how bottled water came to be a staple of American society.

Listen in, drink MATI, you will want to "Do More, Be Better!"

Join Max at the News & Observer Community Voices Panel Wednesday, March 27th at the NC Museum of History. Get Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-voices-tickets-55787010450?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

http://forrestfirm.com Forrest Firm, Business Attorneys Across North Carolina

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving toÂ North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Ancillary Fermentation With Sean Mckinney Mar 14, 2019

Sean McKinney raises the wand to his temple, then to Whit Baker's temple, they draw out their thoughts into the pensieve and it ultimately goes into your brew. Words cannot aptly describe how thoughtful and avant-garde the beers from Ancillary Fermentation are. Ancillary Fermentation is a side project or little sibling to Bond Brothers. In 2017 USA Today named Bond Brothers the best new brewery in the USA! Just a short 2 years later Ancillary Fermentation is a nominee for that same recognition!

Sean McKinney (creator of Ancillary) joins us in studio, we taste some delicious beer, discuss flavors of beer, why IPA's are actually still cool and the re-emergence of the Lager. So, I guess many words can in fact describe how fantastic Ancillary Fermentation is!

http://forrestfirm.com Forrest Firm, Business Attorneys Across North Carolina

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Restaurant owners, go to trycake.com/ncfb and take a look. CAKE makes it easy.

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving toÂ North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Investing our time at the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina Mar 07, 2019

"To ensure no one goes hungry in Central and Eastern North Carolina," this is the clear mission of the CENC Food bank. Have you ever wondered why it is in our state, with a bounty of agriculture and produce, we have so many hungry?

Listen in to find out how the CENC is facilitating the connection between food produced and food consumed. How do we get food to people in need?

How does the food bank get food?

How are food banks funded?

How many people are hungry?

All of these questions, get answered on the pod!

http://forrestfirm.com Forrest Firm, Business Attorneys Across North Carolina

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Restaurant owners, go to trycake.com/ncfb and take a look. CAKE makes it easy.

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving toÂ North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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The NC Pope of Pizza Tonda Feb 28, 2019

When opening a "Pizza Joint" one must give major thought to

Which pizza oven? this is a hot button issue, do you go wood burning? Brick? Or dare I say electric deck like a Moretti Forni?

What style of pizza? Neopolitan? Romano? Deep Dish? New York Style? Or maybe something new and different that I've never heard of?

What's the crust like? Is it cracker thin? Fluffy? Does it have a good chew?

Culture and quality of life - well if you need us to expand upon this, then you simply need to listen to Chef Teddy Diggs, he has given major consideration to it all.

http://forrestfirm.com Forrest Firm, Business Attorneys Across North Carolina

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Restaurant owners, go to trycake.com/ncfb and take a look. CAKE makes it easy.

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving toÂ North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Hey ABC Commission, Don't Be a Buzzkill... Feb 21, 2019

After the honestly accurate article in last week's Indy Week, writer Leigh Tauss joins the podcast to discuss the ABC Commission and how they can either be part of the solution or the problem with the growth of the NC Craft Distiller movement.

Also, Gentry Lassiter, the owner of Lassiter Distilling, weighs in on the topic from the perspective of a small business owner in the North Carolina Distilling industry.

There's progress to be made with liquor in this state and people are voicing their opinions a little louder every day.

http://forrestfirm.com Forrest Firm, Business Attorneys Across North Carolina

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Restaurant owners, go to trycake.com/ncfb and take a look. CAKE makes it easy.

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving toÂ North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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Taking Over The World, One Lick of Ice Cream at a Time Feb 14, 2019

When you think of ice cream, you think of Vanilla, Rocky Road, Mint Chip, etc… But what about Cinnamon & Chocolate Molé Bark, Chocolate Covered Potato Chip, Coffee Bourbon or even Pizza…? Well, if you’re Jared Plummer, that’s what you dream of when you create the best new ice cream joint in North Carolina. Listen to his perspective of the industry and how he designed a comfortable life as an ice cream entrepreneur. To learn more about his cold creations, check out: http://www.tworoosters.com

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Restaurant owners, go to trycake.com/ncfb and take a look. CAKE makes it easy.

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving toÂ North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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This Is Not A MONDAY Happy Hour Feb 07, 2019

Welcome to the 5-part series of The Kitchen Raleigh's This Is Not A Happy Hour Series.

Guest appearances from Chef Bobby McFarland, Matthew Bettinger, The Triangle Explorer John Huisman, Mike Rosado, John Lambrakis, Parkside's Jenessa Mitchell & Todd Henderson, Gene & Julie Gates, Will Alphin & Vincent Whitehurst of Foundation Bar, Clifford & Jen Truman.

*What is the Kitchen Raleigh? Last September, four companies assembled to build a creative environment unique to the city. An Architect, a Photographer, a Designer and a Podcaster, along with their respective team members, created what they affectionately refer to as ‘The Kitchen’. We got together because we love and support the food and beverage industry and embody the creative nature of a kitchen. The four businesses are: Matthew Konar Architect Food Seen MRC The NC F&B Podcast

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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This Is Not A TUESDAY Happy Hour Feb 07, 2019

Welcome to the 5-part series of The Kitchen Raleigh's This Is Not A Happy Hour Series.

GUEST HOSTS Steven Such & Terrence Caufield!!

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Guest appearances from Eric Montagne, Adam Eckhardt, Brian Habeeb, Felicia Trujillo, Wake Tech's Culinary and Hospitality Faculty, Jacob Boehm, Key City Spirits' Kathleen Smith, Pinetop Distilling' Gabe & Amanda Guillois.

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*What is the Kitchen Raleigh? . Last September, four companies assembled to build a creative environment unique to the city. An Architect, a Photographer, a Designer and a Podcaster, along with their respective team members, created what they affectionately refer to as ‘The Kitchen’. We got together because we love and support the food and beverage industry and embody the creative nature of a kitchen. . The four businesses are: Matthew Konar Architect Food Seen MRC . The NC F&B PodcastNeed wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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This Is Not A WEDNESDAY Happy Hour Feb 07, 2019

Welcome to the 5-part series of The Kitchen Raleigh's This Is Not A Happy Hour Series.

Guest appearances from Drew Schenck, Kevin Barrett and Ian Murray of Dram & Draught, Florence Melin of Sucre & Sel, Whiskey Kitchen's Sarah Santoro Thor, Sean Patrick Tario, Forrest Firm's Jen Hoverstad, Drew Jackson of the News & Observer, Sarah Getsinger, and many more...

*What is the Kitchen Raleigh? Last September, four companies assembled to build a creative environment unique to the city. An Architect, a Photographer, a Designer and a Podcaster, along with their respective team members, created what they affectionately refer to as ‘The Kitchen’. We got together because we love and support the food and beverage industry and embody the creative nature of a kitchen. The four businesses are: Matthew Konar Architect Food Seen MRC The NC F&B Podcast

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

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This Is Not A THURSDAY Happy Hour Feb 07, 2019

Welcome to the 5-part series of The Kitchen Raleigh's This Is Not A Happy Hour Series.

Guest appearances from Old North Meat & Provision's Joel Schroeter & Kevin Donnelly, Craig Rudewicz, Jeremiah Bacon, Todd Woods, Kim Hammer and Lewis Norton of Bittersweet, Jen Peeler Truman, Forrest Mason, Mike Rosado, Troy Wallace, Nick Sagan and more and more...

*What is the Kitchen Raleigh? Last September, four companies assembled to build a creative environment unique to the city. An Architect, a Photographer, a Designer and a Podcaster, along with their respective team members, created what they affectionately refer to as ‘The Kitchen’. We got together because we love and support the food and beverage industry and embody the creative nature of a kitchen. The four businesses are: Matthew Konar Architect Food Seen MRC The NC F&B Podcast

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

This Is Not A FRIDAY Happy Hour Feb 07, 2019

Welcome to the 5-part series of The Kitchen Raleigh's This Is Not A Happy Hour Series.

Guest appearances from Chef Brian Jenzer & GM Jennifer Kessing of Trophy Tap + Table, Matthew Konar Architect, Brooke West of SOFlete, Randy Lewis of RanLew Dairy, Daniel Lewis of Coastal Seafood Provisions, Lewis and Cindy Sheets of Short Walk Wines, Jen Peeler Truman and much more!!

*What is the Kitchen Raleigh? Last September, four companies assembled to build a creative environment unique to the city. An Architect, a Photographer, a Designer and a Podcaster, along with their respective team members, created what they affectionately refer to as ‘The Kitchen’. We got together because we love and support the food and beverage industry and embody the creative nature of a kitchen. The four businesses are: Matthew Konar Architect Food Seen MRC The NC F&B Podcast

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

The Player’s Retreat with Gus Gusler & Chef Beth Littlejohn Jan 31, 2019

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

*Bonus Episode* Something ELSE About Food with Candice Herriott-Townsend & Sean Brock Jan 29, 2019

CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/something-else-about-food/id1449060383?mt=2

Today is a bonus episode featuring the new podcast from food writer/author Candice Herriott-Townsend and NC F&B Podcast co-host Max Trujillo.

It’s called ‘Something ELSE About Food’

In the inaugural episode, Candice contacted iconic chef, Sean Brock to discuss his decision to move from Charleston to Tennessee, his new restaurant, his sobriety, becoming a father and his motivation in the kitchen.

The conversation ignited a journey through the state of Tennessee that expands upon a 6 part series. We speak with industry leaders, such as Allan Benton of Benton's Country Ham, Roy Milner of Blackberry Farms Brewery, The Barefoot Farmer and others.

Today’s show is first of the six episodes series. Something Else About Food is its own new podcast, so click the link to subscribe. The following episodes will drop once a week. And tell a friend to subscribe, so they too can listen to Something ELSE About Food…

Host: Candice Herriott-Townsend @CHSFoodWriter

Produced by: Max Trujillo @mxtrjll

A Brewing Muse in Raleigh with Crank Arm and Trophy Breweries Jan 24, 2019

You love Beer and we love you. Max went out of his way to physically drag Chris Powers (Owner and Muse Master of Trophy Brewing Co) & Adam Eckhardt (Owner and Creative Crusader of Crank Arm Brewing) into the studio to share the news about their brews.

This episode is frothing with information. We chat about what it's like to win an award from the Great American Beer Festival. How to scale & schedule your barrel system. Why these guys beers (and Pizza btw) are so damn tasty.

We also learn that when it comes to buds and brews in Raleigh, it's not competition & it's not cooperation, it's coopetition. Learn what a Rickshaw bar is and finally we serve up some breaking news that Ale's are out and Lagers are in!

Grab a cold one and listen up!

Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Joan Of Arc & Kris Of The Food Shed Jan 17, 2019

How do we fix the labor shortage in the food service industry? Are restaurants truly successful? Why does the whole chicken at the local farmers market cost so much? What you can do with 10% of your grocery store budget that will change the future for the better of our farmers.

Kris Reid knows.

Chef Kris Reid knows a ton about food. Chef Reid has been referred to as the Joan of Arc to the local Charlotte food movement.

This episode is rich with topics affecting our "food shed." We talk about the price of food, what you pay for it at the grocery store and at restaurants is not accurate. Listen, learn, do something to affect positive change!

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Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus and now produces multiple podcasts.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

This Ain't No Soup Kitchen Jan 10, 2019

Maggie Kane has made a place at her table for everyone. Despite all the nay-sayers telling Maggie that it wasn't possible to run a "pay what you can" restaurant. Not only is it possible to run a pay what you can restaurant, but it's profitable for the community.

Listen in to find out what "Pay what you can" really means. Hear about how A Place At The Table Cafe has contributed thousands of meals to those struggling with homelessness. And, by the way this isn't just slop, this is high brow food that is either paid for or worked for! Most importantly, if you are similar to Maggie and feel a need to lift people up and give back to your community and simultaneously run a business, then pay attention to find out how you can do it in your town!

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Need wine & beer? Of course you do, get it at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

How and Where Do I Start My Own Food Truck Jan 03, 2019

Imagine you could find all the kitchen space you needed at a fair price. The space had all the tools and machines, plus like minded people to riff off of and be creative with! This wonderful place exists in two locations and a third is coming soon!

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Will Pettis was determined to be a successful business owner and nobody was going to get in his way. Neither people, money or even trouble with the law. https://www.thekitchenarchivenc.com

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Looking for a home in the Triangle? Contact Lora Harris - your Restaurant Industry Preferred Agent https://ncfbhomes.com

And get your wine & beer at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Weddings For Real Host Megan Gillikin Dec 27, 2018

If you are into food and drink, which you are if you're listening to this podcast then you like us are likely sick of weddings with crappy banquet food and a whack cash bar. Listen in as we chat with Megan Gilikin of Weddings For Real https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/weddings-for-real/id1364434224?mt=2

and A Southern Soiree www.asouthernsoiree.com to learn about the coolest weddings. As we learned it's not about the most money or even the coolest wedding, it's about the most authentic celebration for you. If you are planning a wedding or have a buddy/gal pal that is and you don't want to be stuck at another boring/awful food affair then listen into get tips.

Also, in this episode Max and Matt discuss their own weddings, what went right, what went wrong and who got burned.

Looking for a home in the Triangle? Contact Lora Harris - your Restaurant Industry Preferred Agent https://ncfbhomes.com

And get your wine & beer at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Copa Durham - Pre Castro Cuban Cuisine Dec 20, 2018

Roberto Copa Matos was a bio-chemist and a political Cuban refugee. Elizabeth Turnbull born in Haiti, was/is a publisher of rare books. How did this combination end up in Durham to produce a 100% farm to table, authentic Cuban restaurant in Durham, North Carolina. Written words do not do justice to the passion, integrity and respect for history these to have for their food but the spoken word does!

Listen in to discover the wonders of Cuban Cuisine, and classic Havana cocktail culture. Hear how a recipe book written by JP Legran and published in 1864 comes alive every night in the kitchen of COPA.

Looking for a home in the Triangle? Contact Lora Harris - your Restaurant Industry Preferred Agent https://ncfbhomes.com

And get your wine & beer at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Wine Authorities with Craig Heffley Dec 13, 2018

Stop buying your wine at the grocery store, here's why; when you listen to local, thoughtful and knowledgeable wine shop owners like Craig Heffley they connect you to your bottle. Wine Authorities has an intimate knowledge of their wines, that knowledge ultimately benefits you the consumer because they can find the exact style or type of wine you are looking for.

This episode is filled with great stories about winemakers, wine education, tales of starting your own business and the evolution of the North Carolina wine industry.

Looking for a home in the Triangle? Contact Lora Harris - your Restaurant Industry Preferred Agent https://ncfbhomes.com

And get your wine & beer at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Episode 127 - Humanitarian Coffee=Farmer's First Coffee Dec 06, 2018

Do you know where your coffee comes from? Do you know who your coffee comes from? Do you understand the process behind farming and making coffee beans. Matt Hohler will help you answer all these questions. Matt has built a bridge that connects you directly with your coffee. Beyond knowing where your coffee comes from, if you buy from Farmers's First, you know exactly which Honduran or Peruvian hardworking farmer will receive the dollars from your purchased coffee! You will also be assured that the coffee farmers who are farming your coffee are receiving a more than fair wage.

Matt Hohler's story is uplifting and genuine. We learned so much from his story:

What is a cupping score as it pertains to coffee

"What if you only had 10 years to live?"

What to do when your body feels inflamed.

Grab a hot cup, drink it how you like it and enjoy!

Looking for a home in the Triangle? Contact Lora Harris - your Restaurant Industry Preferred Agent https://ncfbhomes.com

And get your wine & beer at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Let's start a conversation against drug-facilitated sexual assault Nov 29, 2018

-We take a break from our typical food and beverage conversations to talk about a serious, yet sadly under-reported crime happening in restaurants all over the world: DFSA, or Drug Facilitated Sexual Assault.

-Sophia Woo, owner of https://www.mofushoppe.com, sits in as guest host as we open up the conversation to DFSA with CEO Barbara Cook and Director of R&D Dr. Nick Letourneau of Undercover Colors (https://www.undercovercolors.com).

-Undercover Colors is a unique portable product that has the power to detect if your drink has been drugged, whether it's alcoholic or nonalcoholic. The test comes in the form of a small medallion, slightly bigger than a quarter, that you can simply place a drop of your drink on to detect whether or not your drink has been spiked with date rape drugs. On the podcast, we test the product and dive into a deeper discussion as to why Undercover Colors is so important. While the test doesn’t solve the complicated problem of sexual assault within the food and beverage industry, it is extremely useful in protecting ourselves and others when we go out to restaurants and bars.

-As members of this industry, it's our responsibility to educate and protect our community in matters of this kind. We hope we didn't veer too far out of our lane, but we think you can all agree that this is a subject that needs attention.

Looking for a home in the Triangle? Contact Lora Harris - your Restaurant Industry Preferred Agent https://ncfbhomes.com

And get your wine & beer at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Episode 125 - Locals Seafood Nov 21, 2018

-How two gentlemen Ryan Speckman and Lin Peterson went from selling local shrimp on the side of the road to becoming the preeminent purveyor of high quality North Carolina seafood in the RDU triangle.

-We discuss the evolution of http://localsseafood.com from wholesaler to restauranteur. The luck of hiring chef Eric Montagne and all the cool things you can do with Red Mullet. People talk about no waste in restaurants, this is legitimately using the entire fish with ZERO waste!

-Eat local, buy local, listen locally!

-Looking for a home in the Triangle? Contact Lora Harris - your Restaurant Industry Preferred Agent https://ncfbhomes.com

-And get your wine & beer at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Episode 124 - Tribucha Kombucha's Adrian Larrea Nov 15, 2018

-Find out exactly what Kombucha is and how it's made. Learn about the connection of your gut to your brain, seriously. Plus, there is a surprise story of how a shaman helped shaped this beverage business. Finally, as if you needed other reasons to listen Max and Adrian (founder of Tribucha) have an "idea off!" #camoyogapants

-Grab a few different Kombucha's to try while you are listening, the episode will help you discern differences between each gut benefiting beverage.

-Looking for a home in the Triangle? Contact Lora Harris - your Restaurant Industry Preferred Agent https://ncfbhomes.com

-And get your wine & beer at https://trianglewineco.com Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout!

Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.

Max is a front-of-house vet/sommelier that moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina in 2013. Since moving to North Carolina, he's run restaurants, designed wine programs and builds craft cocktail menus.

Matthew is a certified sommelier from New York. His experience ranges from restaurant/bar to importing some of the finest wines in the world. He moved his family to North Carolina two years ago and works as a wine distributor.

For questions, comments and booking, contact us at max@ncfbpodcast.com

Eat & Drink Merrily!

Episode 123 - Andrew Ullom of Union Special Bread Nov 08, 2018

Baking, bread, pastry, opening a restaurant all in this episode.

Andrew was at the top of the baking game working for Ashley Christensen as the executive pastry chef for AC Restaurants. However, Andrew felt the need to do more, to do something all his own. Andrew explains technique but also intention. Union Special Bread is an understatement. Take a listen to find out why this guys bread is so sought after and why his cafe opening is so highly anticipated.

Episode 122 - Sean Umstead & Michelle Vanderwalker of Kingfisher Durham Nov 01, 2018

How to conceive a cocktail bar? Sean Umstead and Michelle Vanderwalker of Kingfisher Durham have thought it all out, or at least they sounded like they had. Sean and Michelle share the lessons they learned while attending Tales of the Cocktail. We even get a tip on the cocktail scene in Africa.

We delve deep into how to open a high end cocktail bar. No stone was left unturned, we got into everything from writing the correct job posting that leads to cultural diversity amongst your staff. Menu creation and design and how to not alienate guests by creating an inclusive cocktail menu. We even discuss business leadership as Matt uses the Urban Meyer scenario as a hypothetical obstacle for a bar owner. This episode is deep and thoughtful, grab the appropriate beverage!

Get your tickets for Social House & the Carolina Hurricanes All-Star Chef Series HERE

TerraVita in Chapel Hill, Vol.1 - Carla Hall Oct 25, 2018

Carla Hall is simply the real deal, honest, hardworking and authentic!

In Pittsboro, NC we caught up with Carla at the comfy digs of the The Fearrington House Inn to discuss her personal life, being on Top Chef and her new book Carla Hall's Soul Food: Everyday and Celebration.

Listen in to get a sneak preview into Carla's book and what it's like to trip at the James Beard Awards.

TerraVita in Chapel Hill, Vol. 2 - Fall Fete Oct 25, 2018

Join Matt and Max under the tent at Terra Vita's Fall Fete. In listening to this star studded lineup of F&B excellence you will feel as if you are there. Virtually smell the scents, taste the treats, and understand what makes this event the top food festival in North Carolina.

Talent includes Jason Smith, Scott Crawford, Miranda Brown, Brandon Shepard, Peyton Smith and Sean Lily Wilson.

Episode 120 - A Chef's Life Finale & East NC Distillers Oct 18, 2018

We shake things up with a special guest host, none other than Vivian Howard! We are in Kinston at VHQ (Vivian Howard Headquarters) to discuss the ending of the award winning show A Chef’s Life. The finalé was being shot as we conducted the podcast.

With Matthew out of town, Max and Vivian sit down with four North Carolina distillers east of I-95 to talk about booze and the history of their businesses. Hear from Jeremy Norris of Broadslab Distillery in Benson, Kevin Graham of Mother Earth Brewery in Kinston, G Patel of Social House Vodka also in Kinston and Scott Smith of Outer Banks Distilling in Manteo. You’re going to want to make sure your glass stays full for this one!🍻

ALSO!

Click Here to purchase tickets to our Road Trip to Kinston!!!

We are heading down to Kinston, NC on a bus to watch the series finale of A Chef's Life with Vivian Howard. Our friends from Social House Vodka, Mother Earth Brewing & Michael's English Muffins are providing food and drinks on the Luxury Bus!

We will also take a tour of Three Stacks Distillery & Mother Earth Brewing before heading to Grainger Stadium to watch the finale of A Chef's Life in the Outfield!

Tickets are $85 and include transportation to and from Kinston, complimentary drinks & food on the bus, tour visits of the distillery and brewery, and entrance to Grainger Stadium for the show.

Episode 119 - San Giuseppe Salami Co. Oct 11, 2018

Giacomo Santomauro owner of San Giuseppe Salami joins us in the old studio to discuss how he was trying to get out but, his roots kept pulling him back in. Giacomo has infused North Carolina with authentic Italian-American culture by creating Giacomo's Italian Market. The market has grown into a leading salami brand and additionally Giacomo is one of the founding members of the NC Dept. of Agriculture’s Goodness Grows program. Listen in to find out about creating culture, building business and how to cure meats, oh and how to get an Alfa Romeo!

Click Here to purchase tickets to our Road Trip to Kinston!!!

We are heading down to Kinston, NC on a bus to watch the series finale of A Chef's Life with Vivian Howard. Our friends from Social House Vodka, Mother Earth Brewing & Michael's English Muffins are providing food and drinks on the Luxury Bus!

We will also take a tour of Three Stacks Distillery & Mother Earth Brewing before heading to Grainger Stadium to watch the finale of A Chef's Life in the Outfield!

Tickets are $85 and include transportation to and from Kinston, complimentary drinks & food on the bus, tour visits of the distillery and brewery, and entrance to Grainger Stadium for the show.

Euphoria Greenville Vol. 1 - Joe Urban Oct 04, 2018

Our first volume of the @euphoriagreenville series of podcasts features Joe Urban AKA @schoolfoodrocks the Director of Greenville County Schools Food and Nutrition Services. We talk about how he’s making an incredible impact on school lunch programs by incorporating high quality meals for example Certified Angus Beef® Short Rib Sliders!

Euphoria Greenville Vol. 2 - Anthony DiBernardo of Swig & Swine Oct 04, 2018

We’re getting ~saucy~ on volume two of Thursday’s @euphoriagreenville mini series with Pitmaster Anthony DiBernardo of @swigswinebbq in Charleston! We speak with him about his time serving in the U.S. Navy, learning how to cook while on a submarine and the variables of BBQ sauces.

Euphoria Greenville Vol. 3 - Tory McPhail Oct 04, 2018

On volume three of the @euphoriagreenville mini-series, we talk to Chef @torymcphail of @commanderspalace about the food and culture of New Orleans, including Creole and Cajun cooking, and @commanderspalace’s infamous Turtle Soup🐢. Plus we learn how to prep gumbo, and hear about a special dish with hog jowls.

Euphoria Greenville Vol. 4 - Candice Townsend @CHSFoodWriter Oct 04, 2018

on volume four, one of Charleston’s coolest food bloggers, Candice Herriott-Townsend of @chsfoodwriter, who has also just released her first book, Provisions to Plate, discusses low-country cuisine and the potential of franchising the NC F&B Podcast to South Carolina (!!)

Euphoria Greenville Vol. 5 - Matthew Register & Rodolfo Sandoval Oct 04, 2018

This dynamic duo stars in volume five of our @euphoriagreenvile mini-series for Thursday’s podcast! We talk with Rodolfo Sandoval @mr.rodolfo_ssbbqnc and @matt_ssbbq of @southernsmokebbqofncabout Mexican food and Matthew’s cookbook, coming out in the Spring, which we’re also doing a separate podcast on about the making of a cookbook!

Euphoria Greenville Vol. 6 - Teddy Diggs of Coronato Pizza Oct 04, 2018

On tomorrow’s podcast! The 6th volume of our @euphoriagreenville mini-series will feature Chef Teddy Diggs of @coronatopizza, who discusses his upcoming pizza joint and collaborating with @lucettegrace and @veralucefarm.

Euphoria Greenville Vol. 7 - Virgil Kaine's David Szlam Oct 04, 2018

David Szlam founder and owner of @virgilkaine talks bourbon, #bevcon and sourcing whiskey from all over the country. We can’t wait for you to listen to all 7 mini-episodes tomorrow!

Episode 117 - The Evolution of Durham as a Food Town Sep 27, 2018

Tobacco to treats, summarizes the story of Durham. This weeks episode highlights Durham as a food town via the lens of the upcoming PBS documentary "Food Town: Durham, N.C." Producer Andrea Weigl (Markay Media who also produces A Chef's Life) and Gray Brooks (owner of Pizzeria Toro, Littler, Jack Tar & The Colonel's Daughter) step into the studio to give us the behind the scenes of the PBS piece.

The documentary features a day in the life of 7 prominent Durham Chefs ( Mike Lee, Scott Howell, Phoebe Lawless, Billy & Kelly Cotter, Gray Brooks, Ricky Moore). Watch the video on PBS Food or UNC-TV and then listen in for the juicy details.

Episode 116 - Aspiring chefs, listen up to Thomas Card Sep 20, 2018

This is a great show for those who want to be chefs! We hear what it's like to learn from and cook with Chef's Scott Crawford and Colin Bedford. Plus, we get the details on how to rock a cook test (an interview for a chef where he or she prepares food for those hiring) for an aspiring job, so all you aspiring EC's listen up!

Chef Thomas Card has worked his way up the ranks through some of the best dining establishment in the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area and now he's running his own kitchen at the 21C hotel. Thomas likes the challenge of creating food for multiple menu's and revenue centers. We also get into how you elevate a "hotel restaurant" into something that is a beacon of the Durham culinary community.

To top it off we get top tips on French Fries technique, how to make the ultimate bread pudding, and find out what's the deal with the pink penguin!

Plus, we speak with Chefs Bud Taylor & Regan Stachler about the aftermath of Hurricane Florence and the multiple popup dinners planned by ChickenWire to support the relief. Click HERE for more information.

*Bonus Episode* Help Wilmington from Hurricane Florence Sep 14, 2018

We are home for the Hurricane and figured everybody could use some extra entertainment during this time. With Wilmington, NC being affected most by Hurricane Florence, we thought it would be a good time to highlight some of the best moments from our earlier Wilmington episodes. On this show we take the best snippets from our conversations with Dean Neff and Lydia Clopton of Pinpoint Restaurant, Vivian Howard at Benny's Big Time, Billy Mellon of Manna and Keith Rhodes of Catch.

Hopefully this helps you find some respite from the storm. Remember you can download this episode so even if you lose power you still have some listening entertainment.

To help Wilmington and others affected by Hurricane Florence, donate to the American Red Cross by clicking this > redcross.org.

Episode 114 - Hurricane Florence & OystoberFest 2018 Sep 13, 2018

Gear up for Hurricane Flo with Chef Daniel Lewis of Coastal Provisions in the outer banks. Max and Daniel get into hurricane prep, the geography of oysters and it's parallels with wine. Also find out what everyone is talking about regarding Oystoberfest in OBX!

Episode 113 -Sam Suchoff of Lady Edison Ham & The Pig Sep 06, 2018

This is the ultimate pork show. Sam Suchoff dives deep into how his Lady Edison Ham has distinguished itself from so many other hogs. We discuss everything involved into producing delicious pork from choosing the right breed like Chester White's and Bershire's, using Animal Wellfare Approved farms, and of course tips for curing the meat.

Sam's success has been recognized by winning two Good Food Awards for his sweet sopressata and spanish style chorizo. On top of everything else Sam does, he finds time to run The Pig, one of the top BBQ joints in the Triangle and be an integral part of The North Carolina Natural Hog Growers Association.

Episode 112 The Chef and the Padawan Aug 30, 2018

Chef Jason Smith has been at the forefront of the Raleigh-Durham "finer" dining scene for many years. Chef Jason has never shied away from hard work or mentoring future chefs. Over the last 12 years Jason Smith has successfully opened four restaurants throughout the Triangle. In June of 2017, Chef Jason felt things were becoming stagnant at his flagship restaurant 18 Seaboard. Never one to be complacent, chef Jason hired on a local maverick, chef Jake Wood to give his downtown Raleigh staple restaurant a shot in the arm.

Jake Wood has used his vast experience to bring a refreshed and dynamic new menu and vibe to 18 Seaboard. We chat about ceviche, hospitality, local politics and cocktails. Warning, listening to this episode will cause you to be hungry and motivated!

Episode 111 - Cooking on Tour With the Avett Brothers Aug 23, 2018

Discover how an unfulfilled IBM engineer resuscitates a childhood music career to become an integral member of the Avett Brothers band. Then, that Avett Brothers cellist becomes a champion of the North Carolina culinary community. Joe uses his enthusiasm, charm, humility and some of his moms native Korean cooking skills to ingratiate himself with titans of our industry such as Ashley Christensen, Matt Kelly, Sam Jones and Vivian Howard. Listen in, it will make your heart and ears happy plus some great recipes for your tummy.

Episode 110 - Country to Cosmopolitan, downtown Cary,NC (Postmaster Restaurant) Aug 16, 2018

Tyler Watt and Chris Lopez are crushing it in downtown Cary, North Carolina. Tyler (Owner) and Chris (Chef) opened Postmaster Restaurant and Bar in November of 2017, by doing so they essentially have linked the Triangle by taking slices out of downtown Raleigh and downtown Durham and placing them in downtown Cary. Postmasters is providing food, beverage and service to a level of quality and hipness that Cary has never seen.

Listen to this episode and find out how and why a sleepy little suburb can turn into a culinary destination. Within a few blocks you have La Farm Bakery, Chatham Street Wine Market, Sidebar, Bond Brothers Brewery, Pizzeria Faulisi and of course Postmasters. Go to Cary, seriously.

Episode 109 - Roman Pizza with NYC Chef Nick Anderer of Maialino, Martina & Marta Aug 09, 2018

We take our last bite of the big apple with Chef Nick Anderer, who is the Executive Chef and partner of Danny Meyers Roman triumvirate of restaurants in NYC, Mialino, Marta and Martina. Chef Nick takes us deep into Roman cooking, what it's like to run 3 restaurants simultaneously and how to rise through the ranks of Union Square Hospitality Group.

Did you know that Pecorino, Guanciale and Black Pepper are the tenets of Roman cooking? Also, Find out what type of cuisine Chef Nick would want to cook next.

Episode 108 - The Master of Spice, Chef Floyd Cardoz Aug 02, 2018

Floyd Cardoz is the master of spice and the Champion from Top Chef Masters season 3. Chef Cardoz invited us into his home to discuss cooking high- brow Indian Food in a NYC Fine dining restaurant versus cooking in his native Bombay, India (now called Mumbai). We chat about working for Danny Meyer, the success of Tabla and how Chef Floyd is furthering awareness of fine Indian food in America with Bombay Bread Bar. Oh, we also discuss conquering fears of dogs!

Episode 107 - How to cut the line at Shake Shack with CEO Randy Garutti Jul 26, 2018

We take the show up a notch to the C-Suite level when we talk to the leader of Shake Shack CEO Randy Garutti. This episode takes us beyond "Setting the Table," for one restaurant, this is about establishing a hospitality and leadership culture that transcends all over the world. With strong leadership, a vivid idea of who you are and what you do, Shake Shack is able to re-create your neighborhood burger stand in any city in the world, specifically Charlotte, North Carolina.

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Episode 106 - Tour de France, Culinary Speaking of course Jul 19, 2018

It is as if Clark Griswold did a culinary tour of just France instead of a whole European Vacation. Thankfully no dogs were thrown off the Eiffel Tower and zero monuments were harmed in the recording of this podcast. Max and Felicia (plus les enfants) ate it all while traveling through France. Discover the wonder of a French Baguette, the beauty yet simplicity of French coffee, and also what to eat while shopping on the Champs Elysees. We delve into regional cuisine differences between Paris, Lyon and the Dordogne and very importantly understand what to imbibe while in France.

Find out why the Trujillo's went to France, how the French live and eat and what will life be like back in the good ole USA.

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Episode 105 - Never Work A Day In Your Life Jul 12, 2018

Never Work A Day In Your Life

That’s what Tina Vaughn and Chef Chip Smith have accomplished by opening The Simone in the Upper East Side of NYC. Never before will you hear a story of such genuine dedication to hospitality. Tina left her career as a Rockette to work with Chip when she realized his talent and attention to detail, she knew she they would “Kick” it higher than ever imagined. The Simone is Chip and Tina’s third child, after having two prior restaurants in Kitty Hawk, NC and Bonne Soiree in Chapel Hill, NC they decided they were ready to take on the big city where their culinary training was honed.

Chip bakes the bread every morning, Tina shops at the farmers market daily, she also hand writes the menu every day and takes reservations over the phone and uses an old school reservation book. When you eat at the Simone there is no expense or detail spared, the cocktails are made to fit the person, even the coffee is a special blend selected by Tina to energize you but also limit the acidity in order to help digestion after a big meal. Chip is sincerely influenced by the season and the ingredients available and also the abilities of his kitchen. Tina executes front of the house service as if you were not just a guest in her home but an extremely important guest and her wine pairings are simply the best I’ve ever experienced! (Not to toot my own horn but I’m extremely skeptical of most pairing menus but this is divine!) By the way all of this is for 12 tables and 36 seats!

For anybody that has ever worked in the restaurant business, considered a career in the restaurant business, or simply admired the business, this episode is a must listen. Tina and Chip put their heart and soul into The Simone in order to provide you the guest with a fantastic evening. It's a true restaurant love story.

It may sound cheesy, but you will laugh, cry and be compelled to experience The Simone.

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Episode 104 - Running a Wine Program with Michael Maller Jul 05, 2018

In this episode, we speak to the Beverage Director of Giorgios Group, as well as many of Chef Matt Kelly’s restaurants in Durham, Michael Maller.

Micahel reveals his secrets of how to get hired at top restaurants, how he manages multiple properties while building one of the best wine programs in North Carolina, and the value of collecting aged wine and verticals.

Later, Max brings up an embarrassing moment being interviewed by Chef Matt Kelly and Michael Maller.

All on The North Carolina Food & Beverage Podcast!

Episode 103 - Wine and Art, and how to make it work for you Jun 28, 2018

How to create a successful wine bar franchise?

Lindsay Rice fused passion and education into a profession. As if achieving a masters degree in Art and Museum studies from Georgetown University wasn’t enough, Lindsay went on to complete WSET Sommelier level 1 certification! Putting her formidable education into practical application, Ms. Rice created Vita Vite wine bar in downtown Raleigh. Vita Vite is the perfect fusion of non stuffy art gallery meets chic non intimidating wine bar. With all the success of Vita Vite, Lindsay was approached to open up a second location in the North Hills area of Raleigh. The people of North Hills are stoked!

This episode is packed with #girlpower, #entrepreneurship, #artwork and #winetalk. Oh, as a bonus Max and Matt reveal the details of their first man-date! Take a listen and get inspired!

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Episode 102 - Distilling it Down in North Carolina Jun 21, 2018

Want to start your own Vodka Company?

You will find all the answers you need by listening to this episode with the founders and creators of Social House Vodka! We cover everything from how to create a Vodka recipe, to sourcing local corn and dealing with state and federal distribution laws. Social House isn’t just a Vodka label, it’s a brand new distillery located in Kinston, North Carolina. You will learn how Gaurav Patel, Cary Joshi and Mark Mullins cut zero corners in order to create a premium North Carolina Vodka.

Science, Math and literature are integral parts of making Social House Vodka one of the best new #graintoglass distilleries in the South. Listen, sip and enjoy!

Episode 101 - Streamline Kitchen Food Truck Jun 14, 2018

These two not only do, they teach too.

You would have to be out of your mind to convert a 1959 Airstream Tradewind trailer into a food truck, wouldn’t you? Well, when Chef Paul Malcolm and Chef Brian Campbell are not instructing perspective chefs (at Johnson and Wales Charlotte) they are retrofitting their historic RV into being one of the top food trucks in Charlotte, NC!

Hear how Chefs Paul and Brian plotted to win the ACF culinary cup in Orlando, Florida, that victory would be the impetus for Streamline Kitchen Food Truck. Listen closely for tips on grilling, food organization and cooking education.

Episode 100 - Pinehurst Chef & Maker Series part 2 - The Makers Jun 05, 2018

#Golfanyone? Well, sort of. Max and Matthew ventured out to Pinehurst North Carolina to experience the Chef & Maker series. These two episodes paint a picture of an ideal Pinehurst weekend. The evenings and afternoons consist of serious culinary treats and seminars, Posh cocktails, beer and wine but before all that, in the morning you play golf. During this culinary extravaganza we were able to catch up with a few culinary superstars; first up Chef Thierry DeBailleul who explains the process of working with the chefs to create thought provoking delicious dishes. After Thierry we talked with The Godfather of Charlotte cuisine Chef Paul Verica. The interview with Mr. Verica took place days before the opening of his new restaurant the Stanley. Nonetheless, Chef Paul was as cool, calm and collected as only a “Don” could be.

On part two we learned about the existence of an ancient underground ocean in West Virginia that is providing some of the best sea salt in the country. Nancy Bruns of JQ Dickinson Salt Works revived her family’s business and is helping chefs across the south Season their food.

Finally, we got around to golf. We played golf with the #spiritguide of TOPO distillery, Mr. Esteban McMahan. Esteban is an intriguing character, we sat down after our round at the cradle and discussed how he went from a career in the military, to finance and then co-owning a true North Carolina #graintoglass distillery.

Listen, learn, golf, eat and drink!

Episode 99 - The Pinehurst Chef & Maker Series part 1 - The Chefs Jun 05, 2018

#Golfanyone?

Well, sort of. Max and Matthew ventured out to Pinehurst North Carolina to experience the Chef & Maker series. These two episodes paint a picture of an ideal Pinehurst weekend. The evenings and afternoons consist of serious culinary treats and seminars, Posh cocktails, beer and wine but before all that, in the morning you play golf. During this culinary extravaganza we were able to catch up with a few culinary superstars; first up Chef Thierry DeBailleul who explains the process of working with the chefs to create thought provoking delicious dishes. After Thierry we talked with The Godfather of Charlotte cuisine Chef Paul Verica. The interview with Mr. Verica took place days before the opening of his new restaurant the Stanley. Nonetheless, Chef Paul was as cool, calm and collected as only a “Don” could be.

On part two we learned about the existence of an ancient underground ocean in West Virginia that is providing some of the best sea salt in the country. Nancy Bruns of JQ Dickinson Salt Works revived her family’s business and is helping chefs across the south Season their food.

Finally, we got around to golf. We played golf with the #spiritguide of TOPO distillery, Mr. Esteban McMahan. Esteban is an intriguing character, we sat down after our round at the cradle and discussed how he went from a career in the military, to finance and then co-owning a true North Carolina #graintoglass distillery.

Listen, learn, golf, eat and drink!

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Episode 98 - Soft Shell Crab and Plight of the Fisherman May 31, 2018

Soft shell crabbing starts early in the morning. The alarm rang at 2:15am so Max and Matt could get to Colington, North Carolina and the Ablemarle sound (in the OBX NC) early enough that the water was still the right temperature. Additionally, crabbing is a very short season so you “gotta get while the gettin is good,” in order to capitalize on the product.

In this episode Chefs Bill Hartley and James Clarke of Postal Fish Company bring us into their world of highlighting the local fishermen and crabbers. Also, Chef Serge Falcoz-Vigne, of Saint Jacques in Raleigh, joins the fray. It’s a crazy existence out their in WATER-WORLD and this episode gives you the goggles to see under the water. We learn the art of crab shedding. Most importantly, it becomes clear just how hard our local fisher-people work, the quality of seafood they provide and why it’s so important to support them.

Take a listen, learn and buy local!

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Episode 97 - Fayetteville Beer Trail May 24, 2018

“Be all you can be!” “Fort Bragg, North Carolina is a military installation of the United States Army and is the largest military installation in the world with more than 50,000 active duty personnel.” After serving in the army many of the veterans stay in the Fayetteville area after serving, they see Fayetteville as an up and coming area. Fayetteville has growing job and thriving housing markets. One of the major entities driving the Fayetteville economy are the veteran owned nano-breweries.

Max and Matt were invited by Melinda “sorry Ms.” Jackson to complete the Cumberland County North Carolina brewery passport. This episode pays respect and highlights veteran owned businesses. It should be noted though, these breweries are more than just paying respect, there are cutting edge brews coming out of Fayetteville. Listen to the stories and sip on beers like blood orange kolsch ( dirt bag ales ) or the The Irishman Brown Ale ( Bright Lights Brewing Company). Give this episode a listen and "De Opresso Liber,” regarding your beer palate!

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Episode 96 - How you can be a part of the “food solution” and Thrive NC May 17, 2018

Thrive NC

Ashley Christensen, Vivian Howard and Sam Jones were just a few of the many chefs to lend their time and efforts to Thrive NC. Thrive NC is a two day summit and food festival that “brings together more than 150 food system stakeholders from across North Carolina to discuss how we can impact our communities” most pressing issues through a focus on food as an economic development tool and childhood nutrition.”

Max and Matt bring you into the Thrive NC summit and festival by chatting with the likes of Bryant Terry, Kris Moon ( VP of the James Beard Foundation), and Sam Jones. Thrive NC is a prime example of how big business such as Blue Cross/ Blue Shield of North Carolina can use their resources to effect change for the greater good. Additionally the festival is a wonderful time filled with some of the best food and beverage in our state, plus live music and it all happens right in downtown Raleigh!

This episode will raise your awareness and peak your interest. Discover how we can help to eliminate food waste, lessen food insecurity and create sustainable food systems. North Carolina is actually leading the way in the south for many of our community food issues however there is so much more to be done. Listen to this episode to find tips on how you can be a part of the “food solution” and go to Thrive NC next year!

Episode 95 - 2018 James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago May 10, 2018

You cannot miss this episode. Max and Matt ventured to the Windy City in order to bring you behind the scenes of the 2018 James Beard Awards! This episode takes you into the press room in order to hear from the likes of Dominique Crenn (winner for best chef West region) and her love for North Carolina. Actress Zooey Deschanel chats about her efforts to end food waste with The Farm Project, oh and rapping with Justin Timberlake. The vivacious Vivian Howard makes her 3rd appearance on the show. Max caught up with his old client and newly dubbed Restaurateur of the year Caroline Styne. After Rodney Scott picked up his best chef southeast award he stopped by to talk with us about his brother from another mother Sam Jones and his love for NC! Finally, we got close to canonization when we spoke with José Andrés and he discussed what he does for humanity. Chef José humbly attributes much of his success to simply being at the right place at the right time.

If you’re still reading this, you’re intrigued so just click the listen button already!

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Episode 94 - On the cusp of the James Beard Awards 2018 with Chef Katie Button May 03, 2018

On the cusp of the James Beard Awards 2018 with Chef Katie Button.

Katie Button went from being a PHD candidate in biomedical engineering to becoming a finalist for a James Beard Award as best Chef Southeast! In this episode we identify the “aha” moment when Katie decided it was time to enter the culinary world! We learn about what it’s like to work with Jose Andres, and work at the best restaurant in the world El Bulli.

As if that wasn’t enough we get the skinny on the next project Chef Button is working on and what she will he cooking at the JBF awards this coming Monday! Oh and finally we reveal the gender of her soon-to-be arriving second child.

Wow, this episode has lots of info but, it’s just the beginning of our foray into the James Beard Awards extravaganza. Listen to this episode and follow along with us on all of our social media outlets in order to discover what its like to be a North Carolinian at the JBF awards!

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Episode 93 - April is NC Beer Month - Wooden Robot Brewery Apr 26, 2018

We are celebrating North Carolina Beer Month by chatting with one of the top brewers in Charlotte Mr. Dan Wade of Wooden Robot. Dan is not just a brewer he has a master of science in brewing and distilling. Dan knew early on that he had a desire to brew and understand the ins and outs of beer making so he ventured to Scotland to study at the prestigious Heriot Watt School for Brewing and Distilling.

Sour beers, Belgian style farmhouse ales and more this episode delves into all of it. The science of beer, the business of building a brewery and finally creating a tap room around your brewery. After listening to this episode we might have to have Whit Baker of Bond Brothers square off in a brewing and arm wrestling competition versus Dan Wade. Grab a pint and enjoy!

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Episode 92 - Can We End Food Insecurity? Apr 19, 2018

What can you do to eliminate food waste and hunger? Evan Lutz created Hungry Harvest. Literally, billions of pounds of food goes wasted annually while 50 million people are hungry in America. By the way, North Carolina wastes 1.2 million tons per year. Thankfully Hungry Harvest has set up shop in North Carolina. Listen in to our conversation about how CEO Evan Lutz and his company is revolutionizing the use of produce in this country.

In this episode you will also get some tips on how to limit food waste in your own home. How and where to buy produce and what happens to all the food not purchased by grocery stores. For the most fun part of the conversation pay attention to when Evan gives us the skinny about being on shark tank!

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Episode 91 - The Return of ChickenWire Apr 12, 2018

Soup for Syria raises money for over 3.8 Million Syrian Refugees through culinary collaboration. Regan Stachler of Hull Foods resurrected the famed ChickenWire event in order to donate to the cause! Regan wrangled 18 top chefs in North Carolina to collaborate and create soups for Syria. We got the skinny from each chef about their inspiration for their soup, why they donate their time and creativity to this cause and what the heck they’re up to in general!

Eat this up with a spoon!

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Episode 90 - OBX Taste of the Beach & Max on the Adam Carolla Show Apr 05, 2018

Get it on. Got to get it on. No choice but to get it on. Mandate, get it on.

State of the Podcast Union

In this episode Max and Matt step away from conventional guest driven show to update you the listener on recent events and future happenings.

Max, Matt and families ventured out to the outer banks to judge a few cooking competitions during taste of the beach. Max also let’s us in to his thoughts and fears about checking off a huge box on his personal bucket list by speaking with Adam Corolla on the Adam Corolla podcast.

Additionally, the guys divulge some exciting news about the future of the Pod. Listen in and enjoy.

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Episode 89 - A Musician's Journey to Farming Mar 29, 2018

Listen to the science of farming, music, visual art and food, all in one episode. To say David McConnell is a renaissance man would be short changing him. David sees the world and his time on this planet as a blank canvas and seeks to make his mark on it.

You wouldn’t believe this story if I told you it, so let Dave tell it to you. In summary Mr.McConnell went from producing the music of legendary musicians such as Elliot Smith, to tending farms and producing food and herbs for legendary chefs. Along the way he also won a fellowship for his visual art. Whatever Dave focuses on begins to grow and now it’s about sustainable farming and work herbs into your daily lives. Most importantly Dave McConnell uses herbs and other plants to keep his son Fox healthy and thriving. Listen and be inspired!

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Episode 88 - How to Grow Mushrooms Mar 22, 2018

How to grow mushrooms. Fox Farm & Forage

If you are ever concerned about living in a post apocalyptic world or you just want to know lots about much, listen to Amy Fox of Fox Farm & Forage. Mrs. Fox has figured out how to turn a degree in nursing into becoming a mushroom farmer. Not only is Amy a mushroom farmer, she is the darling mushroom grower/supplier to many of the elite chefs in the Raleigh-Durham area. Oh on top of everything else she does, Amy is a laugh a minute as an example she is a self-proclaimed, “Tricky Bitch.” (Not our words)

Amy Fox gives us insight into how to grow your own mushrooms, some of the science behind different mushroom species and she distills down why some mushrooms taste better than others. Mrs. Fox doesn’t have time to forage much anymore as her mushroom growing, being a wife and being peer pressured by her kids to skate board take up most of her time however, she gives us plenty of sound advice into which mushrooms we should not be eating. Get in on the fun…guys!

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Episode 87 - The Elite Barkeep Mar 15, 2018

The elite barkeep is just one of Shannon Healy’s many monikers. Shannon is proud to be a barkeep but he is so much more. Mr. Healy helped put Durham on the map of the national culinary scene by creating one of the top cocktail bars in the triangle, in what was previously a deserted dark alley. Recently that cocktail bar Alley 26 has been expanded into one of the Triangle’s top restaurants garnering 4 stars from the Alley 26 review in the news and observer.

Shannon Healy knows so much about so many things. He was a somewhat successful musician and band leader before his career in hospitality. You can say that Shannon Healy is a certified authority on spirits, mixology, wines, hospitality oh and he can even read real estate documents. Finally, he makes a damn good cocktail, try it, on this week’s edition of the NC F&B.

We have some stuff going on...

March 22-25th - We will be at the OBX Taste to the Beach Festival

Sunday April 8th - We're slinging drinks with CHICKENWIRE + friends present Soup for Syria

Thursday, April 12th - We are behind the stick for Dames in the Kitchen: Celebrating Community & Food · Hosted by Les Dames NC

Episode 86 - Triangle Wine Experience Part 2 Mar 08, 2018

We dedicate this week of the NC F&B Podcast to a 2-part Series celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Triangle Wine Experience, benefiting The Frankie Lemmon School.

TWE part 2

1:00 Jasmine Hirsch

35:56 OBX Taste of the Beach Festival

40:03 Rajat Parr

We speak with General Manager of Hirsch Vineyards, Jasmine Hirsch and 3 time James Beard Award Winner: author, winemaker/sommelier Rajat Parr

For more information: Triangle Wine Experience

Episode 85 - Triangle Wine Experience - Part 1 Mar 07, 2018

We dedicate this week of the NC F&B Podcast to a 2-part Series celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Triangle Wine Experience, benefiting The Frankie Lemmon School.

In the early 1990's a group of friends gathered to celebrate their love of wine and to raise money for the Frankie Lemmon School. The gathering became a tradition that eventually resulted in the formation of The Frankie Lemmon Foundation, a non-profit organization that is the school's primary funding source.

Each year the foundation organizes a series of wine related charitable events, including the Triangle Wine Experience to generate proceeds, which fund the tuition-free school.

TWE Part 1

9:24 St. Roch & Lioco

18:38 Jim Clendenen of Au Bon Climat

42:14 OBX Taste of the Beach Festival Announcement

46:24 Winemakers of RYME Cellars, Ryan & Megan Glaab

We speak with contributors of the event from legendary winemaker Jim Clendenen of Au Bon Climat, New Orleans inspired local chef, Sunny Gerhardt, owner of Lioco Matt Licklider and the married winemaking team of RYME.

For more information: Triangle Wine Experience

Episode 84 - When you're not The Man anymore? Mar 01, 2018

What do you do when you are not the man anymore? Chef Scott Howell had to learn the answer to that question after a 1,500lb grill fell on him and mangled his leg. Chef Scott is an 8 times James Beard Award semifinalist for best chef in America, Mr. Howell earned those nominations with elbow grease. This is not your typical story of how rockstar chefs work hard and get praise. More so, this is a tale of how a chef with all the gifts and determination to be a great chef discovers 3 absolutes:

He cannot work like he used to.
He must rely on his wife and team, trusting he put them in a position to succeed.
Discover new ways he can lead and still be effective.

In addition to the inner conflict of a great chef that’s been injured, here is the story of the dynamic women (Aubrey Zinaich-Howell) by his side. This story reads like a Shakespearian drama; we learn how a husband and wife can no longer be married yet continue as wonderful and caring partners in business. We hear how students are groomed and eventually become successful business owners and partners to the Howell’s. We even hear about the origins of Nana and how to properly make cornbread in a cast iron skillet.

The Howell’s story is inspirational and educational. You are very likely to shed a tear when you are listening to Scott realize his future, or how the Howell’s coordinated with Global Breath to provide free yoga to their entire staff. Nana’s restaurants continue even today to lead the way for the culinary movement of Durham, NC, this episode makes it clear as to how and why.

Episode 83 - How to Start Your Own Distillery Feb 22, 2018

Want to start your own distillery? The first step is to resolve to make at least one bottle of liquor, that’s what the Pinetop Distillery team did. This is the story of how four neighbors with engineering backgrounds created a grain to glass distillery in Raleigh, NC.

In this episode Jon Keener and Grady Knight put the shine on Moonshine! They tell a classic story of, have you ever had one of those days at your job where you say to yourself “geez I wish I was doing something else?” We all have and the guys and gals behind Pinetop put “substance behind passion.” At first everything was handmade and operated until they used some science savvy to automate a few things. Jon, Grady and the rest of the team put pen to paper, hashed out logistics and maximized strengths of each individual to create a genuinely successful Raleigh distillery that is currently producing 750 bottles per month, of high craft grain to glass liquor booze.

This episode will give you insight into the science and the art of distilling. Additionally, you will get a sense of how to organize a business successfully with buddies. Finally, you will also get a couple of cool cocktail ideas, “sip” back and enjoy.

Episode 82 - From Ski Bum to Chef... A Chef's Story Feb 15, 2018

How does one fuse creative drive with practicality? How about be a ski bum for a few years then decide to go to culinary school?

Growing up, Sean’s father made Golden Corral a successful national restaurant chain, but that didn’t push Sean into restaurants. Sean worked restaurant jobs to support his skiing habit and after a few years realized he needed a steady job. He decided to go to the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY and hone his culinary skills there. While in New York City he worked at some notable establishments, most impressively, was the time he spent learning from Chef Eric Ripert at Le Bernadin.

After working at Le Bernadin and sharpening his technique, the call of home, North Carolina began to ring. Eventually, Sean used both practical and creative parts of his brain to run his own business. In order to learn how to become a business owner in North Carolina, Chef Sean worked his butt off at the Fearrington House for seven years; eventually he became the Catering Chef. During his time, Fowler met his wife Lizzie by wooing her with his culinary delights.

Lizzie and he were ready to strike out on his own when the Fowlers created Mandolin. The location for their new project serendipitously happened to be Sean’s childhood stomping ground.

Since 2011, Mandolin has been a staple of the Raleigh farm to table culinary world. The Fowlers planted a farm in order to supply the restaurant with all sorts of produce. Mandolin is in elite company in the Triangle of North Carolina as one of the few restaurants to be awarded 4.5 stars from the News and Observer. Enjoy Chef Sean Fowler's song on his Mandolin...

Episode 81 - Being a Female Business Owner in the F&B Industry Feb 08, 2018

Learn how to plan your life. Coleen Speaks has it all mapped out. Coleen knew that she wanted to live in New Orleans after high school so she found a university in New Orleans that would accept her and fit her needs. She knew accounting would be a major part of running a business so she decided to major in it in college. While in college she strategically decided that working front of the house at NOLA for Emeril Lagasse would be more knowledge she could bank for her own future business.

After New Orleans, Coleen intentionally went to a city that was on the rise as a culinary destination. Not only did Coleen move to Raleigh but also when she got here she worked for none other then Ashley Christensen, waiting tables at the cutting edge Enoteca Vin. While working at Enoteca she also began her catering business, oh and by the way she was five months pregnant!

Mrs. Speaks is the ultimate juggler however it’s evident that when you love what you do, and you know where you want to go, you grow extra hands to juggle with. Coleen grew Posh Nosh catering from a small kitchen in her home to today where she has three businesses at the ultra-cool dock 1053 adjacent to downtown Raleigh. Three businesses aforementioned are Hummingbird Café, Posh Nosh Catering and the party venue for catering events Whitaker and Atlantic. Impressive would be an understatement in describing Coleen Speaks. I recommend that unless you are Kasparov; do not challenge this woman in chess!

Episode 80 - Blake Gotliffe of Under the Oak Farm Feb 01, 2018

Blake Gotliffe doesn’t stop. After Blake regained consciousness from a heroin overdose to find himself in his mother’s arms and alive he regained control of his life. His near death experience was the catalyst for him to be able to juggle so many businesses and activities. Whether Blake is curing meat to end up at your next dinner party or perhaps on your sandwich order from Meats and Pickles, he doesn’t stop. Blake might be pickling vegetables picked from his own garden so that he can use that in a future Under the Oak Farms dish. It doesn’t end there as Blake might be helping his expecting wife Megan create a new icing for her I Do Cakes business or he might be reaching out to colleagues to help him out in a Roots For Reece charity dinner. At this juncture of the story you get the point, Blake Gotliffe is not only a tenacious worker but a talented and resourceful chef. Hear how darkness turns to light in this story of an addict revived!

Episode 79 - Chef Keith Rhodes of Catch Wilmington Jan 25, 2018

“Cheap seafood ain’t good & good seafood ain’t cheap!” Listen to the silky tones of the Steward of North Carolina Aquaculture aka our original fan, Top Chef contestant Keith Rhodes explain that statement. Chef Keith walks the walk and talks the talk. He literally eats, breathes and sleeps (in that order by the way) the North Carolina food culture. Rare is it to find such humility, passion and sincere zeal for others’ success, in such an accomplished chef.

Chef Keith Rhodes is a 3 time best chef Wilmington award winner and a James Beard Award nominee for best chef in the Southeast. Keith discuses the high level of work, dedication and focus it takes to be successful in the restaurant business. We delve into how a prospective chef should build their resume. We come to understand how the culinary culture has ethnically evolved in this country; thanks to television minorities can see chefs of the same ethnic background become successful in the culinary world, it becomes a “if you can see, I can be” mentality.

There are so many valuable lessons learned in this episode. Find chefs who go beyond cooking, their soul speaks to the community. Understand why it’s important to eat local and support your neighbors. Finally, answer the question, are we experiencing a turning point in North Carolina food culture different from anything before? Listen and learn!

Episode 78 - Manna Wilmington & Billy Mellon Jan 18, 2018

The future Mayor of Wilmington, North Carolina must be Billy Mellon. Billy is a driving force behind putting Wilmington on the culinary map. Manna is one of the culinary beacons of North Carolina, east of interstate 95. Thanks to his stick-to-itiveness, resiliency, innate sense of hospitality and his attention to detail, Manna is thriving.

In addition to building a restaurant, Billy shakes hands, kisses babies, finds up-and-coming musical acts and also directs the 40 Eats culinary collaborative. He literally does it all from helping to raise his son, curate the wine list, oh and now he’s writing a book.

Billy is not only the future mayor of Wilmington but he is also the angel feeding the people “Manna” from heaven. Fascinating does not even begin to describe Billy; you will have to listen for the whole story. On top of everything, we learn what Ronnie James Dio means and the origin of Devil Horns. When I tell you this episode has it all, believe me.

Episode 77 - Pinpoint Wilmington Chefs Dean Neff & Lydia Clopton Jan 11, 2018

Walk up the down staircase a few times in your life. Going in the opposite direction will give you perspective and give you insight into the minds of Dean Neff and Lydia Clopton. Dean and Lydia’s journey took them from Athens, GA to Atlanta through Asheville, NC to finally settle on the coast in Wilmington, NC.

Some Chef’s come in with pre-conceived notions of what a restaurant in going to be but not Dean and Lydia, they let the place and space dictate the menu. Some might say they listened to the waves. Pinpoint takes fresh and local ingredients and turns them into sophisticated yet crowd pleasing food. We learn how local catfish can be elevated into an ethereal dish and how roasted dandelion root can turn into delicious ice cream.

Dean Neff learned from the best such as Hugh Acheson and Jonathan Fleer, after fifteen plus years of world class tutelage Dean was ready for his own restaurant. With Lydia Clopton providing desserts to equal Dean’s savory menu a gem of a restaurant was born right near the water in downtown Wilmington, NC.

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Episode 76 - Want To Be Wealthy? Listen to Chef Ben Barker Jan 04, 2018

Would you like to be wealthy?

Listen closely to Chef Ben Barker's wisdom and you will be rich with stories of humility, North Carolina history and family values. Chef Ben Barker is literally a living legend of NC, he has won the James Beard award for best chef in the southeast and has been nominated six times. His restaurant Magnolia Grill was the epicenter of North Carolina Cuisine for decades.

The coolest part of Ben’s story goes beyond the man. Karen Barker, Ben’s wife is also a James Beard award winner for Outstanding Pastry Chef in 2003. On top of all their success, the Barkers are still in the game as they are intimately involved in their son Gabe’s restaurant Pizzeria Mercato.

Join us in Carrboro, NC where we sat down to chat with the Godfather of North Carolina fine dining.

Episode 75 - Charlie Deal of Jujube, Juju & Dos Perros Dec 28, 2017

Charlie is quite a big Deal! Learn how one man, who could at times be perceived as curmudgeonly, is in fact a gregarious restaurateur. Charlie Deal is a chef, sommelier and innovator all wrapped up into one.

We covered everything in this episode. We learned why Charlie left the Golden State behind to move to North Carolina. Hear how he changes food to match the wine. Why there is too much sugar in most Asian food. We learned the art of the short list and how to cleverly buy close out wine deals. Listen to why Charlie is in love with Gamay. Oh yeah we also talked about virginity.

I told you this one has it all!

Episode 74 - Sommelier Jordan Salcito Dec 21, 2017

Jordan Salcito is a woman possessed with success. Whether the task is staging at Restaurant Daniel for Daniel Boulud or working harvest in Burgundy for Alix de Montille she will achieve. Get this woman to a spin class in the morning and watch her run the world for the rest of the day.

Jordan joined us at Poole’s Diner in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. Jordan was in NC to raise awareness for her creations Bellus wines and Ramona. While Jordan was here we took the opportunity to chat about what it’s like to work for David Chang and be the Director of Wine and Special Projects for Momofuku restaurants. We also got behind the scenes of what it’s like to sit for the Master Sommelier exam, be a mom and a somm and finally what High-Low means.

Listen to this episode to be inspired, awed and entertained. Jordan’s story is one of endless energy and drive plus intelligence and charm. Forget TED Talks, sit down with Jordan for about an hour.

Episode 73 - Mofu Shoppe Dec 14, 2017

Say yes, that is the motto that Sunny Lin lives by and how Sophia Woo gets her to join in on the Pho-King fun. These girls turned their lives upside down and literally took a wild ride in creating the Dump Pho (pronounced fuh) king food truck. Within a year of beginning the Vietnamese food truck they were approached by The Food Network to compete in The Great Food Truck Race television show. Despite almost crashing the truck and many other potential disasters, the newly named Pho-nomenal truck won the Competition. The winnings from the television show gave the ladies a small nest egg, Sophia had an idea, Sunny said yes and soon enough Mofu Shoppe opened in downtown Raleigh, NC. This episode takes you on a grand journey. You will learn how a biomedical engineer and a PWC accountant upheave their lives and follow their passion into the culinary realm. From food truck wars to battling the restaurant scene in downtown Raleigh, these ladies are warriors!

Episode 72 - Benny's Big Time with Vivian Howard & Ben Knight Dec 07, 2017

Out to the coast we traveled, (that’s right, Wilmington, North Carolina) to find out what’s new with Co- Tar heel of the Year Mrs. Vivian “High Rent/Big Time/The Viver” Howard & her man at arms Mr. Ben aka Benny “Big Time” Knight. Max and Matt vetted Benny’s Big Time Pizzeria and made sure the coast was clear for you to visit. https://www.facebook.com/bennysbigtime/ This Pizzeria is appropriately named; everything about it is truly Big Time! We found out this project was a Ben does and Vivian ask questions later scenario. In the end, sometimes the husbands do know best and this place is proof. Find out about their neopolitanesque pizza, the wood fired ovens and how they came to put their trust in Chef James Diecchio aka “we love Dim.” One final tidbit, a little birdie told me you might see this episode on season 6 of A Chef’s Life. (http://www.pbs.org/food/shows/a-chefs-life/) Director Cynthia Hill and crew had the cameras rolling! Oh and I almost forgot we find out more about Vivian’s rock star reading with her son, tune in!

Episode 71 - Hallyburton Pottery Nov 30, 2017

Creating with your hands is almost as sexy as that scene from Ghost with Demi Moore and Patrick Swayze. Who knew that local North Carolina clay, a stove on steroids (aka a kiln) and one brain researcher could be so damn cool? I’ll tell you who did, TV’s John May and bad ass chef Mike Lee of M Sushi, M Koko and soon to be M Taco. Those two culinary titans recognized that the dinnerware of Matt Hallyburton could showcase their food in a fervently stylish but useful way that no other plates had done. John and Mike are not the only one’s to have recognized Matt’s talents, his lore has stretched south as he has caught the eye of chef Sean Brock and collaborated with him to create plate ware for the new Husk restaurant in Georgia. Matt explains pottery from the digging of the clay to the firing of the glaze. In this episode you will learn about “throwing a piece,” temperature use on clay, North Carolina potting history and why some glazes are better than others. When you listen to this episode you will understand the importance of sexy but useable ceramic dinnerware!

Episode 70 - Lassiter Distilling Company Nov 22, 2017

Rich molasses and sweet unrefined sugar is how you make rum, a new lifestyle and a fortune. Well, maybe not the fortune part at least not financially but spiritually, scientifically and flavorfully the Lassiter’s are building a fortune! Rebecca and Gentry Lassiter have a fresh and intellectual spin on how to build a business and market a spirit. Artistic latitude, “Distill My Heart,” from Redboot Stills, Iowa and the white oak from Blackwater barrel in South Carolina is what differentiates Lassiter Rum from the rest. In this episode you will hear how a corporate couple transitions into the world of distilling and sometimes more importantly the marketing of spirits. This episode has it all, family, tears, laughter, nerd rum speak and legal malarkey. Gobble gobble ladies and gents, listen while you baste your turkey!

Episode 69 - Author/Butcher Meredith Leigh Nov 16, 2017

Fascinating is not often a word you associate with a butcher, but that's Meredith Leigh. http://www.mereleighfood.com Meredith is not only fascinating, she’s a bad ass butcher, a writer and most importantly a thoughtful human being. This is the story of how a vegetarian ends up seeing the other side of meat, or in other words ethical meat. In this episode we learned how you can DIY butchering at home with sub primal meats such as the “Chuck Eye Roll,” “The Craft and Poetry of Curing Meat at Home,” bit.ly/2A1OtuI why “I’m Right and You’re an Idiot,” and finally why Max has an adolescent brain. Rarely in life do we meet people who are so considerate of not only the environment and every thing in it but, also aware of adverse perspectives. Whether you are a carnivore or a vegetarian this is a must listen. Thank you Meredith for your awareness and for your literary works.

Episode 68 - Marc Jacksina of Order/Fire TV Nov 09, 2017

These spoken words will take you higher as you understand the inner thoughts from the host of https://orderfire.tv. Learn how chefs elevate and create, whether it’s on television or in a kitchen, Marc Jacksina is always thinkin’. Marc dishes on slam poetry, Charlotte and work life balance, with this man’s work ethic, he could probably do as many push-ups as Jack Palance. The city slick is in him but he sure knows how to pick em’, produce, veggies, meat or fish listen up because Marc has all the ingredients to serve the best dish. Peter Taylor films and produces the story so Marc can bring all the culinary talent their due glory. Listen to this man and learn, between drama, family and food, if there’s a concern in this episode an answer will be discerned.

Episode 67 - Lionel Vatinet of La Farm Bakery Nov 07, 2017

The secret to great bread making is fermentation. Master baker Lionel Vatinet of La Farm bakery in Cary divulged that secret and many others in the latest episode. We get the skinny on why and how Lionel became a master baker. Also, Matt finally gets a legitimate answer as to why French bread is superior to all others. Why does a French Master Baker end up in Cary, North Carolina? Lionel honed his craft from the age of 16 in the bread guild (aka Les Compagnon des Devoir) and one of the key tenets of the guild is travel. Lionel’s journey has literally taken him all over the world. Lionel has done everything from coaching Lebanese on how to perfect pita bread to teaching bakers in San Francisco how to improve their sourdough. Ever the suave Frenchmen, Lionel met his wife Missy on a work project in Chicago. After a cross-country love affair Lionel and his wife decided that north Carolina would be the ideal location to begin a sophisticated bakery. Today La Farm is opening up their third location and this time it’s inside of a Whole Foods! “This partnership marks an exciting moment in America’s bread revolution,” explained Missy Vatinet. "(Whole Foods) believes in our product and in our long-term goal of cultivating a healthy grain industry. This is just the kind of support we need to continue our work with local farms, millers and scientists in the wheat and grain industry, to further the research in organic and heirloom grains, and ultimately, to bring outstanding, nutritious breads to our community." In this episode you will not only learn about baking bread but you will also understand how and where to buy quality bread. To say that this episode has a certain je ne sais quoi would be an understatement.

Episode 66 - Quit your job & open up a brewery - Birdsong Brewery Nov 02, 2017

Episode 66 - Birdsong Brewing with Chris Goulet Quit your job, open up a neighborhood brewery and completely geek out on beer! That’s what Tara and Chris Goulet did. If you accept this mission and are as smart and enthusiastic as Chris, you too within 5 years will have a 17,000 square foot facility and 30 barrel brewhouse to make any damn beer you please! Especially beers named after the band Rush. Chris brews up all kinds of knowledge and thought on #craftbeer. Birdsong is based on a simple American Style Pale Ale and this strong base allows them to experiment with many other concoctions. The creativity of Birdsong created a cult following that literally has beer aficionados foaming at the mouth while waiting for the “Thirsty Thursday” release. Our adventure in beer began in episode 44 with Bond brothers when we learned a lot scientifically about beer. With Birdsong we go further into the business side of a craft brewery. Whether it’s fresh cut jalapeños in the Jalapeño Pale ale or the considerate low water use of the brewery Birdsong has thought of it all…so far.

Episode 65 - Maximilian Kast of Broadbent Selections Oct 26, 2017

Episode 65 - Maximilian Kast of Broadbent Selections Journey from Montana to Pittsboro North Carolina with Advanced Sommelier Maximillian Kast. Max enlightens the NC F&B Pod on what it’s like to work at the 5 diamond Forbes award winning property, the Fearrington House. Max also shared why he chose to leave the Fearrington house after 10 years and go to the “dark side,” AKA sales and marketing side of wines with Broadbent Selections. http://www.broadbent.com We also get a glimpse of what it’s like to sit for the Master Sommelier exam as we blind taste through six wines with Max. In the tasting we find out how a Master Sommelier candidate dissects a glass of wine and uses deductive reasoning to “suss” out its origins. Finally, Max and Matt are also put to the test in this episode in order to find out their blind tasting prowess. Listen and taste with us while we schmooze and sip with Max Kast.

Episode 64 - Grand Tasting TerraVita 2017 Oct 24, 2017

Episode 67 - Grand Tasting TerraVita 2017 Were you unable to make it to Terra Vita this year? No worries, Max & Matt have you covered. We did everything, including eat for you. Take a listen to hear highlights from the “premier culinary event in the Southeast.” We help “spread the gospel of sustainable food and drink,” through the stories of award-winning chefs, authors, educators, producers and farmers. The line up went like this: Jamie Swofford- “I grow, forage, and find ingredients for chefs in the piedmont and foothills of NC” He’s also the Maker of @oldnorthshrub Botanical Beverages. www.thechefsfarmer.com Chef Ricky Moore- Proprietor- Seasonal Seafood Freshly Cooked, Good Fish That's The Hook. www.saltboxseafoodjoint.com and find out why #rickysgotshittodo Chef Isaiah Allen- of http://theeddypub.com in Saxapahaw, NC and Rocky Run Farm dishes about farms, pubs and food. Chef Sarah Cuni gets to the root of the problem of food, wine and politics at https://rootcellarchapelhill.com Chef’s Jeff Seizer & Jesse Bardyn discuss being royalty at http://www.royaleraleigh.com in the capitol city. Chef Jesse Roque of http://www.theneverblue.com in Hendersonville, NC combines Filipino cuisine with local NC produce. There are also a few dishes with… wait for it… crickets… Chef Colin Bedford of https://www.fearrington.com this 5 Diamond Forbes Chef competes in ironmans, chows down on burgers and enjoys beer! Queen & Creator of Terra Vita, Mrs Colleen Minton wraps up the 4-day event and looks forward to year 9!

Episode 63 - SmashWaffles Oct 19, 2017

We #GetSmashed with the gents from Smash Waffle! Justin Cox waffles biggest hero and Hunter Harrison waffles biggest “fanboi” are teeming with entrepreneurial enthusiasm. We riffed on the origin of the “Belgian Liege Waffle,” and why their recipe is crisp on the outside and pleasantly doughy on the inside. Waffles are not just for breakfast anymore, they are for lunch, dinner, dessert and a late night snack. This episode will make you hungry at anytime of the day. Pretty soon you will be able to cure that hunger as Smash Waffle is opening up brick and mortar locations near you. The First Smash Waffle café will be in Raleigh, NC. Justin and Hunter are precise, enthusiastic and sincere. You will hear about how they conceived smash waffles, the grass roots marketing campaign that launched it and finally how Justin despite being a non-written recipe believer is able to translate his recipe into a repeatable, franchise creating formula. Listen to an adventure in business, friendship, and creating a food group. And buy your Wine & Beer from TriangleWineCo.com and use our promo code "NCFB" to receive 10% off your purchase! And get your Blind Wine Tasting Six Pack at Triangle Wine Company for $99!

Episode 62 - euphoria Greenville 2017 Pit-masters Sam Jones, Southern Smoke, Home Team BBQ & more Oct 12, 2017

Episode 62 - euphoria Greenville, SC 2017 Max & Matt hightailed it to euphoria in Greenvile, South Carolina to catch up with legends and rising stars of the culinary world. The conversations had there were not only euphoric, they were historic. Leading off was a 2009 James Beard Award nominee for best chef in the southeast, Mr. Bruce Moffett. Bruce has three restaurants in Charlotte, Barrington, Good Food on Montford & Stagoni. We talked about his upcoming book “South by North,” his influence on elevating the Charlotte food scene, which oh by the way he won a Pegasus award for! We did have to end the conversation when Chef Bruce began professing his love for the New England Patriots all while explaining why his son was a Carolina Panthers fan. Then, Matt & Max knelt at the feet of BBQ royalty Sam Jones as he joined us with Matthew Register of Southern Smoke BBQ. Sam and Matt dug deep into the pit of BBQ, we discussed regional differences, wood preference and of course vinegar versus tomato based sauce. We also got the official story of why National Geographic named Skylight Inn BBQ the capitol of BBQ in America and why Sam Jones BBQ is the evolution of that. Plus we get insight into Sam’s life and what its like to be the crowned prince of BBQ. Taylor Garrigan & Aaron Siegel of Home Team BBQ then stopped by our studio to educate us on how to evolve from a fine dining chef to a BBQ pit master and thus create a powerhouse BBQ franchise in multiple states. Taylor and Aaron also explained why their version of BBQ is upholding the integrity of BBQ while still being able to push it to new heights. Up and comer Chef Trey Bell of Larue Elm & Rue Bar stopped by to chat about what’s happening in Greensboro, NC. Trey also schooled us on how to run a traditional French kitchen in these modern times. To top it off, we exchanged home cooking favorites with the organizer of Lambstock, Mr. John & Sharon Park AKA Hungry Asian & Mrs. Hungry Asian. It's our longest single episode, but it's a great listen filled with history, technique & laughs. LINEUP: Bruce Moffett of Barrington's Stagioni & Good Food on Montford Sam Jones of Skylight Inn BBQ in Ayden, NC Matthew Register of Southern Smoke BBQ in Garland, NC Aaron Siegel & Taylor Garrigan of Home Team BBQ in Charleston & Aspen Trey Bell of La Rue Elm in Greensboro, NC Food Mavens John & Sharon Park aka @HungryAsianRke & @MrsHungryAsian

Episode 61 - Cappie Peete Chapman of AC Restaurants Oct 05, 2017

Episode 61 - Cappie Peete Chapman of www.ACRestaurants.com They call her “The Young Gun Somm,” and this episode with Cappie Peete Chapman is a blaze of glory. We discuss her origins in the wine world all the way back to being a South Carolina Gamecock, to eventually learning how to run beverage programs for James Beard Award winning chef Sean Brock when she was at McCrady’s in Charleston, SC. Cappie has come full circle back to her native North Carolina when another James Beard award winning chef Ashley Christensen lured her to Raleigh to run beverage for AC Restaurant Group. Cappie dishes information on how to pair wines with Mexican food when she was creating the beverage program for Minero and also gives insight on how a relatively young person can successfully manage people. Grab a glass of vino, listen and learn!

Episode 60 - Sanctuary Vineyards with Inez Ribustello Sep 28, 2017

Episode 60 - Sanctuary Vineyards with Inez Ribustello We took the show on the road to the Tarboro Brewing Company (tarborobrewingcompany.com) where renowned Sommelier Inez (AKA Inie) Ribustello introduced us to Sanctuary Vineyards (sanctuaryvineyards.com) of Currituck, John Wright the owner/vineyard manger and Casey Matthews the winemaker. We sat down, not only taste their wines, but to get schooled on the history of their specific piece of land on the outer banks of North Carolina. We rediscovered the fact that North Carolina led the USA in wine production from the end of the civil war through prohibition. We learned how it’s possible to maintain a bird sanctuary, evolve a 3rd generation family farm into a modern day winery, all while convincing your uncle and dad that this is good for business. The wines are delicious, the story is captivating and the location is sensational. Grab a glass, take a listen, sip generously and learn all about this magnificent North Carolina Winery.

The Return of Lambstock - Clark Barlowe & The KUDU Grill - Episode 3 of 3 Sep 21, 2017

Episode 3 - Clark Barlowe & the KUDU Grills of Lambstock We brought the team to Border Springs Farm in Patrick Springs, VA for the 8th year of Lambstock; a chef-inspired, invite-only, event that happens every 2nd weekend of August. As a podcast that primarily focuses on the food & beverage industry of North Carolina, we traveled up to Virginia for a unique experience that is known to many in the restaurant industry. No money exchanges hands. It's a collective of like-minded people bringing their talent and experience to provide food & drink for a few days while camping out in a sheep pasture. IN EPISODE 3 - We learn about the best open fire grill in the South, produced by Stebin Horne of Kudu Grills. And we end our Lambstock experience with Chef/Owner of Heirloom in Charlotte, Clark Barlowe. We talk podcasts, mushrooms, his bromance with Kyle and why Lambstock is important to our industry. This series sponsored by: The CurEat App Food-Seen Van Daughtry Consulting

Lambstock 'Liquification' (Matthew Bettinger, Brittanny Anderson, Kristel Poole & Brian LoRusso) Sep 20, 2017

Episode 2 - The Liquification of Lambstock We focus on the drinks at Lambstock by starting with our GM of the NC F&Bar, Matthew Bettinger of C.Grace Raleigh, NC & Sidebar, Cary, NC. Later, we talk with the ladies from Virginia, Chef Brittanny Anderson (Metzger Bar + Butchery & Brenner Pass) & GM of the VA Bar Kristel Poole of Graffiato. Lastly, we finish up with former guest, Bartender of Dogwoods Southern Table in Charlotte, Brian 'The Hammer' LoRusso. Sponsors: The CurEat App (Steve Mangano) Food-Seen Van Daughtry Consulting Audio Produced/Edited: Max Trujillo

Lambstock Mini-Series 'The Lore' (Craig Rogers, James Clark, Bill Hartley, Amber Donaghue) Sep 19, 2017

The NC F&B Podcast, featuring a 3-part series of Lambstock 2017. We brought the team to Border Springs Farm in Patrick Springs, VA for the 8th year of Lambstock; a chef-inspired, invite-only, event that happens every 2nd weekend of August. As a podcast that primarily focuses on the food & beverage industry of North Carolina, we traveled up to Virginia for a unique experience that is known to many in the restaurant industry. No money exchanges hands. It's a collective of like-minded people bringing their talent and experience to provide food & drink for a few days while camping out in a sheep pasture. Episode 1 features the Lore of Lambstock. We kick it off with the Shepherd of Border Springs, Craig Rogers. Followed up with James Clark & Bill Hartley of Postal Fish Company in Pittsboro, NC and closed with Writer/Podcaster Amber Donaghue of Haute Dish in Charlotte, NC. Hosts: Max Trujillo & Matthew Weiss Sponsors: The CurEat App (Steve Mangano) Food-Seen Van Daughtry Consulting Audio Produced/Edited: Max Trujillo Video Produced/Edited: Forrest Mason

Episode 56 - TerraVita Fest with Colleen Minton Sep 14, 2017

Episode 56 - TerraVita Fest with Colleen Minton http://www.terravitafest.com #terravita2017 Listen to the Founder & Director of the TerraVita Festival. Celebrating its eighth year, TerraVita has grown into a multi-day celebration that brings together top chefs, food artisans, sommeliers, baristas, brewers, educators, distillers, cookbook authors and industry luminaries from across the Southeast to celebrate culinary excellence and sustainability in food and drink. Purchase tickets: https://www.showclix.com/events/19172 This episode sponsored by Van Daughtry Consulting, cureatapp.com & Food-seen.com Don't miss out on Pepperfest Sunday, September 24th in Briar Chapel, Chapel Hill. For more information, go to pepperfestnc.org

Episode 55 - A Chef's Life Premiere Party Show Sep 12, 2017

Episode 55 - A Chef's Life Premiere Party with Vivian Howard Both Max & Matt ventured to Durham, NC to the 21c Hotel https://www.21cmuseumhotels.com/durham/ to host the After-Party Podcast with members from the Emmy Award Winning PBS Show, A Chef's Life. Season 5 will premiere Oct. 5th but we have the behind-the-scenes conversation with Chef Vivian Howard, Farmer Warren Brothers, ex-Chef de Cuisines John May & Brian Kaderavek, Sous Chef/Food Truck Driver Casey Atwater and batting cleanup, Director/Creator Cynthia Hill. The show is intriguing, entertaining and soulful. And their success is obvious because what makes it special are the lives of the people they follow. A Chef's Life is about a chef, a farmer, a town and a community. Listen with us as we become temporary members of their lives. If you're a fan of the show, this is an absolute must-listen. This episode sponsored by Daughtry Consulting, Food-Seen.com & the Cureat App.

Episode 54 - Patrick Cappiello, Jon Bonné, Grayson Schmitz & Pax Mahle @BevCon 4 of 4 Sep 08, 2017

Our last installment from BevCon in Charleston, South Carolina where we met with some of the best in the food and beverage business. From all of our experiences and interviews, we decided it would be best to release multiple episodes this week. Tuesday: Sommelier, Winemaker and Designer André Hueston Mack. Wednesday: Beverage Director of Atlanta's Staplehouse, Melissa Davis Thursday: Wall Street Journal best-selling author Fred Minnick Friday: Wine Forum with: Pax Mahle - Winemaker of Pax Mahle Wines in California Patrick Cappiello - Wine Director of Rebelle Restaurant, Walnut Street Café, and the producer of Forty Ounce Wines Grayson Schmitz - Executive Chef of BKLYN Larder in New York & 2-time Top Chef participant Jon Bonné - American Wine Writer, columnist for the San Francisco Chronicle, and senior contributing editor for Punch

Episode 53 - Author Fred Minnick @BevCon 3 of 4 Sep 07, 2017

We took the show on the road to Charleston, South Carolina where we met with some of the best in the food and beverage business. From all of our experiences and interviews, we decided it would be best to release multiple episodes this week. Tuesday: Sommelier, Winemaker and Designer André Hueston Mack. Wednesday: Beverage Director of Atlanta's Staplehouse, Melissa Davis Thursday: Wall Street Journal best-selling author Fred Minnick Friday: Wine Forum with: Pax Mahle - Winemaker of Pax Mahle Wines in California Patrick Cappiello - Wine Director of Rebelle Restaurant, Walnut Street Café, and the producer of Forty Ounce Wines Grayson Schmitz - Executive Chef of BKLYN Larder in New York & 2-time Top Chef participant Jon Bonné - American Wine Writer, columnist for the San Francisco Chronicle, and senior contributing editor for Punch

Episode 52 - Melissa Davis of the Staplehouse ATL @BevCon 2 of 4 Sep 06, 2017

We took the show on the road to Charleston, South Carolina where we met with some of the best in the food and beverage business. From all of our experiences and interviews, we decided it would be best to release multiple episodes this week. Tuesday: Sommelier, Winemaker and Designer André Hueston Mack. Wednesday: Beverage Director of Atlanta's Staplehouse, Melissa Davis Thursday: Wall Street Journal best-selling author Fred Minnick Friday: Wine Forum with: Pax Mahle - Winemaker of Pax Mahle Wines in California Patrick Cappiello - Wine Director of Rebelle Restaurant, Walnut Street Café, and the producer of Forty Ounce Wines Grayson Schmitz - Executive Chef of BKLYN Larder in New York & 2-time Top Chef participant Jon Bonné - American Wine Writer, columnist for the San Francisco Chronicle, and senior contributing editor for Punch

Episode 51 - Andre Hueston Mack @BevCon 1 of 4 Sep 05, 2017

Episode 51 - BevCon 2017 1 of 4 featuring Andre Hueston Mack We took the show on the road to Charleston, South Carolina where we met with some of the best in the food and beverage business. From all of our experiences and interviews, we decided it would be best to release multiple episodes this week. Tuesday: André Hueston Mack, Sommelier, Winemaker & Designer https://maisonnoirwines.com/andre-hueston-mack/ Wednesday: Melissa Davis, Beverage Director of Atlanta's http://www.staplehouse.com Thursday: Fred Minnick, Wall Street Journal best-selling author Friday: Wine Forum with: Pax Mahle - Winemaker of https://paxwine.com in California Patrick Cappiello - Wine Director of http://rebellenyc.com, http://www.walnutstreetcafe.com, and the producer of http://fortyouncewines.com Grayson Schmitz - Executive Chef of http://www.bklynlarder.com in New York & 2-time Top Chef participant Jon Bonné - American Wine Writer, columnist for the San Francisco Chronicle, and senior contributing editor for http://punchdrink.com This week sponsored by: https://www.food-seen.com https://cureatapp.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/van-daughtry-6b69493b/

Episode 50 - Chef Ashley Christensen Aug 31, 2017

Episode 50 - Ashley Christensen of http://ac-restaurants.com We celebrate our 50th episode in style. Chef Ashley Christensen sits in studio to chat about her life, her family, and why she does what she does...beyond food. We get a little inspirational and tamper it down with some good ol' tales of the business. Ashley is truly the definition of a Raleigh chef and our bellies couldn't be happier. It's clear to hear that being a chef is only the first layer of the onion that is Chef Christensen. We are proud and humbled to have a legend in the industry speak to these two yankees from out of town. North Carolina is better for having Ashley Christensen living with our limits. http://ac-restaurants.com

Episode 49 - Fair Game Beverage Company with Chris Jude Aug 23, 2017

Episode 49 - Chris Jude of the http://fairgamebeverage.com joins us to talk spirits, bio-fuel, sorghum and his Jetta. Listen to hear about the beautiful things coming out of Pittsboro, NC and we discuss the art of making Brandy, Calvados and the technique of distilling Carolina Agricole Rum. We also announce the winner of the 2 tickets to the premiere party for A Chef's Life Season 5! Download the CurEat App for free in iTunes & Android! This episode sponsored in part by Food-Seen.com and CurEat

What it Takes to be an Entrepreneur | NCRLA Expo 2017 Aug 22, 2017

Episode 48 - What it Takes to be an Entrepreneur | NCRLA Expo 2017 http://www.ncrla.org North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association We went LIVE at the 2017 NCRLA Expo in front of thousands (maybe 40) people. In the hour before the solar eclipse, we speak with 3 entrepreneurs from different walks of life but whom all share the drive to make their own way in the food & beverage industry. Panelists include: • Felicia Perry-Trujillo of https://www.food-seen.com, (Professional Photography, Social Media Management & Website Design for the Food, Beverage and Table Ware industries of North Carolina.) • Kim Hammer of http://bittersweetraleigh.com, a cocktail, dessert & coffee lounge & http://raleighprovisions.com, a corner shop in the heart of Downtown Raleigh providing North Carolina specialty food, wine & beer. • And an entrepreneur changing lanes at the height of his success from a multi-restaurant hospitality group http://www.eschelonexperiences.com, to releasing his latest venture in the beverage industry, http://www.socialhousevodka.com - 2017 NCRLA Restaurateur of the Year, G. Patel. We hope to speak to the young entrepreneur and inspire them to make a difference in our industry. Eat & drink merrily...

Episode 47 - Slingshot Coffee Aug 17, 2017

Episode 47 - Slingshot Coffee Wife-Husband team of Jenny & Jonathan Bonchak chat with us about their widely popular cold-brew coffee, https://www.slingshotcoffeecompany.com. We learn about the drive to succeed without pretense. They collaborate across the nation while negotiating nationwide distribution decisions. With a new facility on the way, Slingshot is shooting for the moon, and we're drinking it in. This episode sponsored by Food-Seen.com & the cureatapp.com

Episode 46 - Gallo Pelon Y Centro Aug 10, 2017

Episode 46 - Gallo Pelon Y Centro We sit down with Angela Salamanca & Marshall Davis of Centro, a Mexican Restaurant with South American influence and Gallo Pelon, a Mezcaleria. They speak about their business collaborations, the study of Mezcal and their new joint effort coming out next year! http://gallopelon.com http://www.centroraleigh.com To Win 2 tickets to A CHEF’S LIFE Season Five Premiere party, Write a review on iTunes and tag 2 friends in the comment section on our Instagram post about A CHEF’S LIFE! And download the CurEat App for Free in iTunes!

Episode 45 - Sono Sushi with Chef Hyun-Woo Kim & James Yang Aug 03, 2017

Episode 45 - Sono Sushi with Chef Hyun-Woo Kim & James Yang With Án in their past, both Chef Hyun-Woo Kim and General Manager James Yang take control of Sono in the midst of transition. The sushi menu has been thoughtfully curated and the saké menu is on point. Án was a focal point for business travelers to the triangle area and closed after a 10 year run. In the dark of night, the doors closed and the staff was left to pick up the pieces and figure out the next move. The lifeblood of Án, the chef and General Manager, transitioned to to Sono. Sono has been a hub for Downtown Raleigh and caters to a worldly palate. This is a new inception of the project has recently been welcomed by it's local inhabitants. Listen to Max, Matt, James and Kim get into Saké and the pairing potential with such a diverse cuisine as sushi. We taste quite a few saké bottles over a conversation fueled by cuisine and flavors. Please continue to listen to the NC F&B Podcast. We have other really great episodes!

Episode 44 - Bond Brothers Beer Company Jul 27, 2017

Episode 44 - http://www.bondbrothersbeer.com We go to beer school with Co-Founder, Brewmaster, Certified Cicerone Whit Baker & Head of Blending & Certified Cicerone, Sean McKinney of USA Today's Best New Brewery in the Universe! We don't always chat with beer pros, but damn when we do, we do it well. Whit & Sean break down the complexities and beauty of making and drinking beer. We talk, we taste, we laugh, we burp. This episode sponsored by Photography, Social Media Management and Web-Designers: Food-Seen https://www.food-seen.com & The CurEat App. Click to download the CurEat App in iTunes>>> itunes.apple.com/us/app/cureat/id1136256011?mt=8

Episode 43 - Bob Peters of The Punch Room Jul 20, 2017

In today's episode, we took the show on the road down to Charlotte, NC to get a private drinking session with the Ritz-Carlton's 2015 Global Bartender of the Year, Bob Peters! Bob invited us to the Punch Room, a craft cocktail lounge on the 15th floor of Charlotte's Ritz-Carlton. Between the tour of the rooftop-garden, the magical punch bowl of drinks, the comfortable hospitality and the education on cocktails, we experienced pure bar nirvana. We hear tale of Bob's growth from dive bars to picking herbs over Charlotte's skyline for tonight's drink menu. Bob tastes us on the honey cultivated from the hotel's rooftop beehive. Bob gives us his best picks for places to dine and drink in CLT while serving us a few rounds of delicious cocktails. Give a listen and don't forget to download the CurEat App for free in iTunes!

Episode 42 - Katy & Joe Kindred Jul 13, 2017

Episode 42 - Katy & Joe Kindred http://kindreddavidson.com On the road to Davidson, NC where we had the pleasure of meeting the husband/wife team of Kindred, Joe & Katy Kindred. Bon Appétit named Kindred America's Top Ten Best New Restaurants 2015, including Joe Kindred's semifinalist nod for the James Beard Foundation’s Best Chef: Southeast award in 2016 & 2017. We talk family, food, staffing and good bathroom reading material. We also chat about their new restaurant opening soon, Hello Sailor, of which, Eater.com named to the top 16 most anticipated new restaurants of 2017. https://www.eater.com/2017/1/13/14258922/best-new-restaurants-2017-opening-winter-spring Their family-friendly approach to high-end cuisine is refreshing and quaint among their flashy and stuffy contemporaries. When in Davidson, you must eat here. This episode sponsored by Photography, Social Media Management and web-designers: Food-Seen https://www.food-seen.com & The CurEat App. Click to download the CurEat App in iTunes>>> itunes.apple.com/us/app/cureat/id1136256011?mt=8

Episode 41 - Raleigh Raw Jul 06, 2017

Episode 41 - Raleigh Raw’s Sherif Fouad & Leslie Woods Go to https://www.raleighraw.com to check out their menu and locations. We interview the cold-pressed juice-heads of Raleigh Raw and get straight to why drinking their juice is not only delicious & beneficial to your health, but also how important the business was for Sherif Fouad’s life. Leaving a destructive lifestyle behind him, Sherif and Leslie Woods created their own business through help from other entrepreneurs, such as G. Patel, and struggled to make it succeed. Raleigh Raw is about to open their 2nd location and is thriving in the heart of downtown Raleigh. This episode sponsored by Photography, Social Media Management and web-designers: Food-Seen https://www.food-seen.com & The CurEat App. Click to download the CurEat App in iTunes>>> itunes.apple.com/us/app/cureat/id1136256011?mt=8

Episode 40 - Alyssa Barkley of the NCRLA Jun 29, 2017

Episode 40 - Alyssa Barkley of the NCRLA For show notes: ncfbpodcast.com In this episode, we speak to Alyssa Barkley, Chief Operating Officer/Health and Safety Regulations for the NCRLA. We talk about the North Carolina concerns such as the passing of the Grill Bill, awaiting the decisions on the Brunch Bill, the NCRLA Expo happening Aug 21st & 22nd http://www.ncrl-expo.com. And click to download the CurEat App in iTunes>>> itunes.apple.com/us/app/cureat/id1136256011?mt=8

Episode 39 - Crude Bitters with Craig Rudewicz Jun 22, 2017

Episode 39 - Crude Bitters with Craig Rudewicz http://www.crudebitters.com We turn on the mics and open the bar with the founder of Crude Bitters, Craig Rudewicz. Listen to how he started his bitters company from a corner of restaurant kitchen to opening his own shop to winning the Good Food Award. Click here for show notes for this episode: www.ncfbpodcast.com And click to download the CurEat App in iTunes>>> https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cureat/id1136256011?mt=8

Re-Release of the CurEat Podcast Jun 20, 2017

We did it once, we'll do it again! Episode 39.5 is a re-release of our show with the founder of the CurEat App, Stave Mangano. https://cureatapp.com CurEat has recently become a sponsor of our show and since we released his episode so long ago, it's a nice refresher course to check out what he's doing. Available to download for free in iTunes, https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cur-eat/id1136256011?ls=1&mt=8 CurEat cuts through the clutter to bring you concise lists of the best places to eat in town across the country. Follow CurEaters in various towns and learn from their lists. Create your own lists of your favorite things to do in your current town, hometown and the places you like to visit. Share your lists with your friends too! No reviews, just endorsements from people that care about the dining industry. Don't forget to review us on Soundcloud and iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/nc-f-b-podcast/id1166754661?mt=2 Eat, drink and be merry.

Episode 38 - G. Patel of Social House & Eschelon Experiences Jun 15, 2017

Episode 38 - G. Patel of http://www.socialhousevodka.com & http://www.eschelonexperiences.com/ This is THE entrepreneur episode. Gaurav 'G' Patel speaks about his business ventures from a little boy farming crops in India to booking Prince and Usher to late-night club parties in Raleigh, NC. Somehow, G created Eschelon Experiences along with many successful restaurants, and some struggles along the way, to now releasing his first distilled spirit, Social House Vodka. Click the link and download the CurEat App in iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cureat/id1136256011?mt=8

Episode 37 - Garland's Cheetie Kumar & Paul Siler Jun 08, 2017

Episode 37 - Garland's Cheetie Kumar & Paul Siler We sit down with 2017 James Beard Award semifinalist for best chef Southeast: Chef/Musician Cheetie Kumar and Musician/Restaurateur Paul Siler of garlandraleigh.com, kingsraleigh.com & neptunesparlour.com. Cheetie talks about growing up in India and cooking as a young child. We chat about the growth and change of their band, Birds Of Avalon birdsofavalon.com and the balance of life & art. Paul talks about how he and Cheetie met and gives us the lowdown on hospitality. This episode sponsored by @cureatapp & food-seen.com Download the CurEat App https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cureat/id1136256011?mt=8

Episode 36 - Chef Frank Fronda & Charlie Candelas Jun 01, 2017

Episode 36 - Chef Frank Fronda & Charlie Candelas This episode is a break from our typical NC conversation. We break the rules a bit due to opportunity. Max & Matt's former mentor Chef Frank Fronda was in town with his business partner, Charlie Candelas of Olive Garden & Wolfgang Puck fame. Frank was the chef at cafedelreymarina.com, where Max & Matt worked together in LA. Frank and Charlie recently opened firefinpoke.com in Chicago and cooked at this year's www.jamesbeard.org/awards There's a bit of reminiscing, how to grow a restaurant brand, a few bars of Wilson Phillips songs, and a few cocktails. Be sure to download the Cureat App cureatapp.com and makes some lists! Also check out Matt's family's charity event in New York: www.aswcaresforkids.org/contact-us/

Episode 35 - Michael Lee of M Sushi May 25, 2017

Episode 35 - Michael Lee of M Sushi http://msushidurham.com https://www.facebook.com/MkokkoDurham/ Chef Michael Lee drops by the studio with bourbon in hand and amazing insight to parenting, knife sharpening, travel, and the pursuit of a non-profit restaurant chain. Michael is a visionary and an artist. We get into time-management with kids and jujitsu. Even Matt & Max put on the gloves and throw down for a bit. There's footage of Michael on the heavy bag! It's a great listen. Be sure to download the Cureat App https://cureatapp.com and makes some lists! Also check out Matt's family's charity event in New York: http://www.aswcaresforkids.org/contact-us/ Eat, drink and be merry!

Episode 34 - Larry's Coffee May 18, 2017

Episode 34 - Larry Larsen & Jeremy Behne of Larry's Coffee https://larryscoffee.com In this episode we get our caffeine fix with the master of coffee, Larry Larsen. We discuss coffee, fair-trade, startup business and basic entrepreneurship. Larry's right hand man, Jeremy Behne adds to the show with his unparalleled level of coffee knowledge. It's funny how we can learn so much from coffee. Let us know how much you love us by writing a review in iTunes or on SoundCloud. We dare you...

Episode 33 - Jones Von Drehle Winery May 11, 2017

Episode 33 - Jones Von Drehle Winery www.jonesvondrehle.com In this episode, Max & Matt speak with North Carolina winemakers, Jones Von Drehle. Owners Diana & Chuck Jones join us in the studio and share their wine and story of how their winery was created. Listen for a behind the scenes tasting experience between a sommelier and winemaker. Also, Click https://www.eventbrite.com/myevent?eid=34023272524 to purchase tickets to the Apiopolis Beehive Dinner hosted at Standard-Foods. It’s a collaborative dinner focused on honey and joined by http://garlandraleigh.com & http://mandolinraleigh.com & http://www.stanburyraleigh.com and featuring Jones Von Drehle wines & http://bigbossbrewing.com

Episode 32 - Dram & Draught's Kevin Barrett May 04, 2017

Episode 32 - Dram & Draught co-owner, Kevin Barrett. http://dramanddraught.com Raleigh's 'Sam Malone' (Kevin Barrett) invites us to have a seat at his proverbial barstool while we chat about life, bourbon, getting started, maté tea, travel and running one of the best bars in town. Kevin opens a few rare bottles of Rye, Scotch and Bourbon. It was a treat to get some FaceTime with a local legend. For show notes: ncfbpodcast.com Also - Don't sleep on the Freedom Balloon Fest coming Memorial Day weekend - May 26-29, 2017 Click for details: http://www.freedomballoonfest.com

Episode 31 - Tin Roof Teas with Ryan Hinson Apr 27, 2017

Episode 31 - Ryan Hinson of http://www.tinroofteas.com We get into some tea, and damn, did we learn a lot? Co-Owner of Tin Roof Tea Ryan Hinson drops knowledge like a rookie server drops a tray of glasses. We discuss the culture of tea, the war with coffee, how tea got Ryan through some hard times and we even taste some of his bomb-ass tea. We talk China, India, Japan, England and the politics that led to the evolution of the tea trade. Hell, I think there was a Boston Tea Party reference somewhere... Coffee's good, but Tin Roof's Tea is LEGIT. For show notes: ncfbpodcast.com Also, at the top of the show the NC F&B's House Voice Brian Hoyle chats about The WRAL Freedom Balloon Fest! Click here for more info regarding the Freedom Balloon Fest May 26-29, 2017. http://www.freedomballoonfest.com Eat & Drink Merrily Everyone...

Episode 30 - Standard Foods, Chef Eric Montagne & Barman John Parra Apr 20, 2017

Episode 30 - Standard Foods www.standard-foods.com In this episode, we discuss Max's new restaurant, Standard Foods. It's a restaurant, grocery, butcher and farm, in one place. Chef Eric Montagne and Bar Manager John Parra talk about the concept, the food ethos and their style, working inside of Standard Foods. Click for show notes: ncfbpodcast.com

Episode 29 - Kim Hammer of Bittersweet & Raleigh Provisions Apr 13, 2017

Episode 29 - Kim Hammer of Bittersweet & Raleigh Provisions - Warning, we get a little political in this episode. On the anniversary of the HB2 law, we sit down with Kim Hammer, owner of bittersweetraleigh.com & Raleigh Provisions. Kim chats about her businesses, family and political views. We eat & drink merrily as we learn about Kim's times in NYC and how she got her start. It's a charged up episode!

Episode 28 - Michael's English Muffins Owner, Annabelle Comisar Apr 06, 2017

Episode 28 - http://michaelsenglishmuffins.com owner Annabelle Comisar speaks to us about her self-made business, selling wine for http://sourgrapeswine.com to the Triangle in NC, growing up in a restaurant family (her father, Michael Comisar, ran The Maisonette in Cincinnati for 41 years https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Maisonette). Her muffins have become popular among some of the best chefsand community in NC. Get'em while they're hot!

Episode 27 - Jacob Boehm of Snap Pea Underground Mar 30, 2017

North Carolina Food & Beverage Podcast, Episode 27 - Jacob Boehm, the chef of SnapPeaUnderground.com sits down with Max & Matt to chat about popup dinners, getting lost in Malaysia, doing college popup dinners at Stanford and dabble about music.

Episode 26 - Andrea Weigl, Writer, Cook, Voice of a Food Generation! Mar 23, 2017

Episode 26 - Andrea Weigl - Writer, Cook, Voice Andrea leaves 17 years of writing law and food for the newsobserver.com to focus on producing Vivian Howard's PBS show, A Chef's Life http://apple.co/2o79w50 via http://www.markaymedia.com We talk food, food critics, court reporting, documentaries, local drama with food writers and great local food. We learned to eat at Heron's, Fearrington and the Cardinal, for chili dogs and beer. Andrea has shaped the beauty of the food industry in the Raleigh/Durham area through her writing and will continue with the PBS program, A Chef's Life.

Episode 25 - Steven & Sam Goff of Brinehaus Food Truck Mar 16, 2017

Episode 25 - Steven & Sam Goff of @Brinehaus Provisions Food Truck https://www.facebook.com/Brinehaus/ We get all up in the butchering side of the food world with Chef/Butcher Steven Goff and his wife Sam as they embark on their new venture Brinehaus Provisions - a food truck with a butcher's attitude... if that butcher was punk rock and didn't give a fuck... except for making delicious food and hospitality. Huh, who knew that existed? We spend way too much time on the old Northern California music scene, i.e. Primus, Journey, Huey Lewis and sadly... Smashmouth. But we also chat about food. And how Chef Goff is cooking NC with inspiration from all over the world. Be entertained... we were.

Episode 24 - Durham Distillery's Melissa and Lee Katrincic Mar 09, 2017

Episode 24 - Durham Distillery's Melissa & Lee Katrincic Durhamdistillery.com For Show Notes: http://bit.ly/2ngCM91 Join us on a Gin-Soaked pleasure ride with our favorite booze builders, Durham Distillery! Listen to how they put Melissa's crazy idea of making Gin into action. Lee and Max bro-out through mutual http://adamcarolla.com podcast admiration. We also talk cocktail recipes, distribution, and our favorite state liquor laws! AND support the Brunch Bill a.k.a Senate Bill 155 http://bit.ly/2lt5zpx If passed, YOU can drink a gin martini at 10am on Sundays AND purchase 5 bottles of liquor from your local distilleries, rather than the current 1 bottle. Who loses? NO ONE>>> Vote> We dare you.

Episode 23 - Inez Ribustello of On The Square & Tarboro Brewing Co. Mar 02, 2017

Episode 23 - Inez Ribustello, co-owner of http://www.onthesquarenc.com & http://www.tarborobrewingcompany.com SHOW NOTES: http://bit.ly/2mJyCH3 In this episode, we chat with Inez about life at the top... of the World Trade Center, Windows On The World to be exact. That's where she became beverage director where she also met her future husband, Stephen. We geek out on wine, taste her TBC beer, her transition back to her native NC and get to know why everyone loves Inez. She just good people, and you'll learn a thing or two. Sponsored by food-seen.com

Episode 22 - Architect Louis Cherry Feb 23, 2017

Episode 22 - Architect Louis Cherry http://www.louischerry.com speaks with us about the restaurants he's designed in NC and working alongside James Beard Award winning Chefs, Ashley Christensen & Andrea Reusing. Louis is a well-versed musician and pizza maker and shines a little light on his once-great-resaturant, Enoteca Vin. We talk concept, restaurant, wine, pizza & really just get to know a local legend, Louis Cherry.

Episode 21 - Piedmont Restaurant's Chef John May & GM Crawford Leavoy Feb 16, 2017

Episode 21 - Piedmont Restaurant's Chef John May & GM Crawford Leavoy. http://piedmontrestaurant.com Click Here for Show Notes: http://bit.ly/2ljVMpE In this episode, we chat with John May & Crawford Leavoy. We talk coffee, toothpicks and doors... you know, the hard hitting questions. After all that hot talk, we get into the craft of farm to table cuisine, wine pairings and hospitality. Both John & Crawford give us their picks for the best places to eat across the nation. This episode brought to you by food-seen.com

Episode 20 - Valentine's With Our Wives, Felicia Perry-Trujillo & Sarah Weiss Feb 14, 2017

Episode 20 - Valentine's with our wives: Felicia Perry-Trujillo & Sarah Weiss. CLICK THE LINK FOR SHOW NOTES: http://bit.ly/2kvjbjv Love is in the air and we wanted to spend our Valentine's Day with the one's we love the most, our wives.... So corny... But our wives brought their A-game to the show. Felicia is the owner/CEO of Food-Seen.com, a food photography/social media company and Sarah remotely works for New York-based Price Waterhouse Coopers in marketing/business development here in NC. FOR TICKETS TO LES DAMES D'ESCOFFIER 'DAMES IN THE KITCHEN' CLICK HERE: http://bit.ly/LDENCEvent Today's show is revealing and honest, but it will also make you laugh. Max & Matt definitely got the better end of this whole marriage deal.

Episode 19 - Royale's Kitchen Team: Jeff Seizer, Jesse Bardyn & Bobby Mcfarland Feb 09, 2017

Episode 19 - Royale's Kitchen Team Chefs Jeff Seizer, Jesse Bardyn & Bobby McFarland join us in the studio to chat about their French/American restaurant, Royale and their lunch spot, Café Lucarne. Jesse breaks down bread making while Jeff educates us on sous-vide cooking. Bobby drops knowledge on the best salami in New York while they all sing praises to their GM Gwen, who is apparently a stud-ette. It's fun, hilarious and our new favorite episode. What else are you gonna listen to today? Bieber hasn't released his new album yet. We got you covered.

Episode 18 - Teddy Klopf Of Provenance Feb 02, 2017

Episode 18 - Chef/Owner of Provenance, Teddy Klopf. In this episode, we learn about the beauty of North Carolina, seen through the eyes and tastebuds of an extremely passionate chef. Klopf opens up about his multiple near-death-experiences and how it lead to his purpose in life... We get into foraging, wine, olive oil, cauliflower, and Matt asks Teddy how he handled the tough-love restaurant review from the News & Observer's Greg Cox. Teddy's humble and honest approach to the question (as well as life) is refreshing.

Episode 17 - Chef Chris Coleman, D.C.E. @Stoke/Charlotte Marriott City Center Jan 27, 2017

Episode 17 - Charlotte Week comes to a close with Chef Chris Coleman, the Director of Culinary Experience at the Charlotte Marriott City Center and Stoke Restaurant. He talks about growing up in Charlotte, cooking with grandma, the history of Marriott Hotels, and great local eats. One thing we learned about the local food scene is Charlotte is it's one close-knit, whiskey & pork infused family. We can't wait to come back.

Episode 16 - Cocktail Sensei Stefan Huebner Owner of (...)dot dot dot Jan 26, 2017

Episode 16 - In this episode, Cocktail Sensei Stefan Huebner drops knowledge all over the bar. We talk about his new place, dot dot dot (...) while discussing his history. There's mention of 'dick-swinging competitions', 'bringing a pencil to a gun-fight' and how 'Mixologists serve drinks, bartenders serve people'. All of these quotes come from Stefan. He's intense and extremely entertaining. Put your ear buds in and head to your local watering hole while you listen. It's happy hour.

Episode 15 - Chef Matthew Krenz of The Asbury at The Dunhill Hotel Jan 25, 2017

Episode 15 - Day 3 of Charlotte Week! Chef Matthew Krenz takes the elevator from the Asbury to our temporary studios at the Dunhill Hotel in the heart of Downtown Charlotte to chat about cooking, farming, ranching and yelling at line cooks. Chef Ben Philpott of Block & Grinder sits in as our Charlotte affiliate. Learn the gritty details of being the in the kitchen amidst the truth and passion of Chef Krenz' culinary beliefs. We learned a lot. We hope you do as well.

Episode 14 - Brian Lorusso, Bar Manager of Dogwood Southern Table & Bar Jan 24, 2017

Episode 14 - Bar Manager of Charlotte's Dogwood Southern Table & Bar, Brian Lorusso. Barman Brian Lorusso gets into hospitality, hospitality and hospitality. It's clear that's what makes his bar sing. We chat about Tiki cocktails and a trip to Iceland while understanding why we do this... "This' being 'service'. It's not for everyone, everybody. We felt a calling... do you?

Episode 13 - Chef Ben Philpott of Block & Grinder Jan 23, 2017

In this episode, it's the beginning of Charlotte week and Chef Ben Philpott joins us get things kicked off. Ben is the executive chef of Block & Grinder (2 locations, Charlotte and Langtree). Ben chats with us about the perfect 'Grind' for an amazing burger and we discuss the trials and tribulations of NC health code rules. Chef Philpott joins us for the week as our Charlotte affiliate for other episodes this week. Listen every day for new episodes this week!

Episode 12 - CurEat App With Steve Mangano Jan 19, 2017

In this episode, Max & Matt sit down with Steve Mangano, the founder/creator of the CurEat App. CurEat is all about enabling consumers to find great independent restaurants by discovering restaurants based on geography, our CurEaters, and their friends. Cut through the clutter and find independently owned restaurants in your destination. Cultivate your lists with your friends, family, and the community.

Episode 11 - Valentine's Day with Videri Chocolate & Sam Ratto Jan 12, 2017

In this episode, it's our Valentine's Day & Chocolate Show! We speak with Co-CEO & Chocolate Maker of Videri Chocolate Factory, Sam Ratto. We chat with Sam about the art of chocolate making, good coffee, fair trade, Snoop Dogg & the LBC, living in California and why he moved to North Carolina. Also, Videri Chocolate Factory turns 5 years old this weekend! Max gives us his picks for great Valentine's Day restaurants and everyone tells their best V-Day story.

Episode 10 - The CIDER Show with Mattie B, Cider Expert & Owner of Black Twig Cider House Jan 05, 2017

In the Cider episode, we sit down with Black Twig Cider House owner, Mattie Beason. Mattie B is only one of eight Cider experts in the nation and he gives us an intriguing conversation about all things cider related. We talk about the Basque Region, Spain, France, and local North Carolina Cider producers. We also learn what and how to say 'Txotx'! Click to listen!

***Bonus Episode*** End of the Year Recap Jan 04, 2017

***Bonus Episode*** In this episode, Max & Matt highlight the best moments of the NC F&B Podcast in 2016 while imbibing some delicious local cider. They also feature a few reviews for some of the local Raleigh restaurants. Happy New Year North Carolina!

Episode 9 - The Bourbon Episode with Bernie Lubbers Dec 29, 2016

In this episode, the whiskey professor Bernie Lubbers joins us to talk whiskey, bourbon, bottled in bond and a little bluegrass. Bernie Lubbers is the National Brand Ambassador for Heaven Hill Distilleries as well as an accomplished bluegrass guitarist. Bernie performs live at the Crunkleton and we weaved a few of his songs into the show. Time for school, the professor is here.

Episode 8 - Chefs Chris Santucci of Plates Restaurant & Chef Scott James of the Angus Barn Dec 22, 2016

In Episode 8, the Chef episode, Max & Matt sit down with beer, bourbon & Angus Barn Executive Sous Chef Scott James & Plates Kitchen Executive Chef Chris Santucci to talk about kitchen life. Both Chefs once worked at Midtown Grille, a classic Raleigh establishment and where Host Max Trujillo was the General Manager for 3 years.

Episode 7 - Jamie DeMent Co-Owner of Piedmont Restaurant, Coon Rock Farms & Bella Bean Organics Dec 14, 2016

Episode 7 - Max & Matt welcome Jamie DeMent, co-owner of Piedmont Restaurant, Coon Rock Farms and Bella Bean Organics. Jamie gives an in-depth look at what it takes to be a true farm-to-fork restaurant as well as provide organic food from her farm, Coon Rock Farms. We talk about her upcoming cookbook as well as Bella Bean Organics, an online Farmers Market delivered to your doorstep. This was North Carolina food summed up in just a little more than an hour.

Episode 1 - Hai Tran, Former Wine Director of Herons at the Umstead Hotel Dec 01, 2016

In our first episode, we chat with former Umstead Hotel/Herons Restaurant Beverage Director, Hai Tran. Hai discusses his start in the industry, how he became a sommelier and how his Duke basketball career didn't quite pan out. Hai also announces his new position at the Rittenhouse Inn in Pennsylvania.

Episode 2 - Matt Weiss, Co-Host of the NC F&B, Sommelier & NY Giants Fan Dec 01, 2016

In this episode, we get to know one of our hosts, Matthew Weiss. He discusses how he got his start in the industry, living in Los Angeles and New York, his travels abroad and ordering wine for the family as a child.

Episode 3 - Max Trujillo, Co-Host of the NC F&B, sommelier & legit member of Raidernation Nov 30, 2016

In this episode we get a chance to meet one of our hosts, Max Trujillo. Max talks about growing up in Northern California, living his 20's in Los Angeles, becoming a sommelier. All the while lying his way to the middle.

Episode 4 - Bartending with Matthew Bettinger, GM of C.Grace Nov 30, 2016

In this episode, Max & Matt discuss the presidential election and hypothetically talk about what to serve the candidates. Later, president of the USBG & GM of C Grace, Matthew Bettinger stops by to chat about hospitality, cocktails and what it takes to effectively run a bar.

Episode 5 - Henk Schuitemaker, Wine Director of the Angus Barn Nov 30, 2016

In this episode, Max and Matt speak with Henk Schuitemaker, the Wine Director of the Angus Barn for the last 31 years. We learn a lot about the history of the Angus Barn, North Carolina wine, Matt's affinity for Manischewitz, Henk's progression from a server to become the wine director, and a little Pro Wrestling talk too.

Episode 6 - Gary Crunkleton of The Crunkleton Chapel Hill Nov 30, 2016

Listen to Gary Crunkleton discuss how he created the Crunkleton, How cocktails became craft in North Carolina. Nine years later, Gary and his team are still pumping out amazing libations nightly. We get into antique liquors, recipes, profit and loss, and how to run a bar in general. Have a listen...

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