NC F&B Podcast

Latest Episodes:

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

Show notes

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

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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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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

Sound Palate with Kitty Kinnin Feb 08, 2022

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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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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

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

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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 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 Sultana of Sugar at Wonderpuff Cotton Candy Jan 27, 2022

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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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Drink Joe Van Gogh Coffee!

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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

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

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"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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Drink Joe Van Gogh Coffee!

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Triangle Wine Company 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 or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Solving The Restaurant Staffing Epidemic With Gigpro Jan 13, 2022

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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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Support our Sponsors:

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Drink Joe Van Gogh Coffee!

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Triangle Wine Company 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 or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Devil's Foot Beverages Jan 06, 2022

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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!

Support our Sponsors:

SPOT ON Tech that helps your business grow. Call Tanya 858-213-7820 or email her tanyam@spoton.com

Drink Joe Van Gogh Coffee!

Proof Alcohol Ice Cream Think Differently About Dessert

Triangle Wine Company 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 or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

The Best of of 2021 Dec 30, 2021

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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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Drink Joe Van Gogh Coffee!

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Triangle Wine Company 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 or matt@ncfbpodcast.com

Queeny's of Durham Dec 23, 2021

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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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Drink Joe Van Gogh Coffee!

Proof Alcohol Ice Cream Think Differently About Dessert

Triangle Wine Company 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 or matt@ncfbpodcast.com