Put It In My Mouth

The Chain Restaurant Episode! Feb 17, 2025

This is one to watch (so many photo inserts)! The ladies bang bang it up at a few classics...Which spots are actually good? Where should you spend your money...can a song about baby back ribs make the ribs taste better?! Hear the real talk on Olive Garden (yes, we waited in line in TIMES SQUARE) Red Lobster, Cheesecake Factory, Chilis and Outback Steakhouse. But first...a little Ozempic conversation. From our mouths to god's ears....

Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.

Steve Schneider: Sip & Guzzle, Employees Only Feb 03, 2025

Steve Schneider, the owner of a few of the TOP bars IN THE WORLD is in the studio for your listening/watching pleasure. How does this former marine end up owning bars in Shanghai, Singapore and NYC? He will tell ya how from his humble start barbacking in DC to owning world reknowned bars Employees Only and Sip & Guzzle. We also learn he's a vodka sauce guy, is great at basketball, only ok at fixing things and earns a respectable score in a beverage blind tasting we throw at him. Listen in as we chat all things BAR BUSINESS in this episode that might leave ya a bit thirsty.

MENTIONS: @mightyschneidey @sipandguzzlenyc @employeesonlysg @theoddcoupleshanghai @elysiancafehoboken @clydes_restaurant @pdtnyc @mixography @mixtressnyc @crifdogs @jeffreymbell @audreysaunders @igorhadzismajlovic @tobinellisdesign @the86co @pedromandinga @thefireflybocasdeltoro @shingo_gokan @mikebagale @erinayoshida_ @angelssharenyc @jetsetjaymee @dearstrangersnyc @katanakitten_nyc @templebarnyc @labonitafunk @experimentalcocktailclub @raineslawroom @gingerrickey @overstory @harrison.ginsberg @bleeckerstreetpizza @holidaycocktaillounge @theclementebar @richierich2333 @elevenmadisonpark @mcsorleysoldalehouse @benyabrow

Salad Sprinkles: Jordan Wannemacher & Blakely Bar Lev Jan 27, 2025

This week is allllll about women owned, small biz with the ladies who invented Salad Sprinkles. How did these college bffs spark of an idea get made AND end up on shelves around the country?! Jordan & Blakely give us all the details in creating a food product, trials & marketing to getting it out in the world. But also....Lala gushes the glory of a heated Japanese toilet seat, we talk how important social media is in small business and play a rousing game of TOSS MY SALAD in this super fun epsiode.

Mentions: @eatsaladsprinkles

@datrashmaaan @terre.bk @rubirosa_nyc @tabata_2ave_yakitori_bar @_oxomoco_ @ruse_wildset @thewildset @riseupcoffee @rude.burger @piscessupperclub @peasantnyc @lizzykoury @losersnyc @gothemgreens @mollie_stones

Colin Camac & Lucy Dunning: The Steak Club Episode Jan 20, 2025

Two of our besties on the pod today? Hell YES. We reach peak NYC STEAK talk with 2 members of STEAK CLUB. Yes, we have a steak club. Let us tell you all about it. What makes a steakhouse great? The vibe? The servers? The food alone? Watch us get drunk, (yes, it's one to watch on Youtube) as we learn so much about our best friends during a rousing game of NEVER HAVE I EVER....Colin hates wine bars, Judith isn't a dessert person, Lucy loves dimsum and Lala...well tune in to find out. Colin also knows a guy with a limo, jus sayin'....

Mentions: @resyguynyc @thewildhoneypie @arlenesgrocery @blackbird_xyz @lindustriebk @wuswontonking @velourmedical @pauliegee @hawksmoornyc @keenssteakhouse @drmichaelkennis @bowerymeatcompany @stanselmbk @peterlugersteakhouse @striphouseofficial @porterhouse_ny @foxface_nyc @missfrankieeleanor @greenbergsbagels @dynaco_bar @mam.nyc @lbbarnyc @apollobagels @laserwolf_bk @sushishonyc @smackingburger @emmettsongrove

Andy Ricker: Pok Pok Jan 13, 2025

This week, we are in the studio with the one and only, Andy Ricker. Michelin & James Beard award winning chef, author and entrepreneurial badass, Andy talks the beginnings of his Pok Pok empire to deciding to shut it all down. We discuss his previous dreams of making it as a musician to how he first discovered his love for Thai flavors through a mushroom soup. Join us on the journey to now, how Andy is continuing to amplify thai cooking and learn about the current chefs moving Thai cuisine forward.

www.andyricker.com

@pawkhrua

@samuayandsons @prinpolsuk @samrubsamrubthai @100mahaseth @chaleekader @blackitch_artisan_kitchen @kong.cei @chefdavidthompson @d.eitharong @haawmbkk @sornfinesouthern @ice_supaksorn @bolanbangkok @chef_bosongvisava @roadsandkingdoms @jeraldhead @mam.nyc @nongskhaomangai @carnitasramireznyc @ntmrkt @krisyenbamroong @mamas_too @jarrett_wrisley @_candice_ @eatatshan @talatmarketatl

Cody Candelario: Chef, Hell's Kitchen Competitor, Content Creator Dec 30, 2024

Today our guest is self proclaimed "believer in fun" and potential future ONLY FANS star, Cody Candelario. Join us as we talk his appearances in culinary competitions like Hell's Kitchen & Chopped and how it feels for a chef to lose their ability to taste and smell. Of course we ask the question on everyone's mind; is Gordon Ramsey a dickhead?! All this AND a blind taste test of Gordon's fish & chips vs a Times Square chain restaurant. Can Cody tell the difference? Watch/listen to find out.

Mentions: @createdbycody @velourmedical @hushlamedspa @birkenstock @carmeloslewiston @hellskitchenfox @foodnetwork @thetedallen @stephanie.boswell @gruffgrains @officialbubbagump @gordongram @gordonramseyrestaurants @summerfallsake

Welcome to the irreverent and unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast by two lifelong bffs, Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all too typical setbacks, and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.

Somms Julianny Gomez & Dante Clark: Pre Shift Dec 23, 2024

A wine social club?! TELL US MORE. Our guests on episode 14 are Julianny & Dante, the Somm minds behind Pre Shift; wine collabs and gatherings aimed at having fun, tasting wine and maybe learning a little something too. Our conversation covers their favorite producers, turning their passion into their job, food pairings and how they met on MYSPACE!

Mentions: @preshiftnyc @frogwinebar @jahdemarley.drinks @zevrovineselections8856 @egodeathnyc @abcwineco @commonwealthcrush @sansbibie @mtairyvineyard @bewitchinglee @andrewtarlow @louisdressnerselections7780 @henrysbk @tira__johnson @pjwine @co_fermented @scarrspizza @frescosgrandcantina @inwoodbagelsny @fourhorsemenbk @amyruthsharlem @thirdfalcon_bk @cocinaconsuenonyc @dear.native.grapes @winonasbk @barblondeau @francherewine

Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.

Chef Spike Mendelsohn Dec 16, 2024

The ladies welcome Spike Mendelsohn, a former fedora wearing Top Chef contestant, celebrity chef, entrepreneur, food activist & industry disruptor. The conversation opens on the fedora (where did it go?) and veers to Top Chef, choosing between being a chef or a criminal, when Obama eats at your restaurant and duh, a blind burger tasting from 3 of our nation's most popular chains. Join us for all the silliness. Mentions: @spikethechef @Justicetea @wethepizza @goodstuffeatery @plntburger @drewnieporent @chefthomaskeller @chefcapon @stretchpizzanyc @jumboslicedc @joespizzanyc @wyliedufresne @anthonybourdain @marcelvigneron @stephanieanneizzaard

Austin Power: Accidental Bar Dec 09, 2024

Sake savant Austin Power (actual goverment name) is in the studio, bleeding and ready to discuss his journey & the joys of opening a bar in NYC. Sake novice? We discuss terms to help you sound smart the next time you're ordering along with sake misconceptions, sake bombs and how fucking up might just lead you to what you love. Also, why is he bleeding? Listen to the episode to find out!

Mentions: @accidentalbar

@sakebarsatsko @brooklynkura @bdonkulous @tira__johnson @nami_sake @origamisakeco @katosakeworks @wakaze_france @amabukishuzo_official @miho_fujita_yuho @wakabotan_sake @hardtoexplainnyc @hi.note.nyc @bin.bin.sake @tsukiminyc

Gio & Tania: Taqueria Ramirez Dec 02, 2024

Oh heyyyy, it's the premiere of SEASON 2! Our guests are taco phenoms Gio Cervantes & Tania Apolinar of Taqueria Ramirez and Carnitas Ramirez. Join us as we talk nude beaches, learning your craft on Youtube, the "holy shit, what now?!" of immediate success, business expansion and pivoting from one career to a completely different career during a world wide pandemic! You just might get inspired; you'll certainly get hungry. @putitinmymouthpod www.putitinmymouthpod.com Support us on Patreon!

Mentions: @taqueria_ramirez_ @carnitasramireznyc @brooklyn_safehouse @brokabistrot @pauliegee www.bakersdozengreenpoint.com @homecoming @laperladelsurcdmx @el_pinguino_greenpoint

Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.

BONUS EPISODE: It's just us! Sep 16, 2024

This episode, there is no guest! We had this footage in the archives and decided to release it as a little BONUS episode. We know we gotta keep you satiated as we record our next season!

Get to know the ladies a little bit more as they take it back to how they met & their food experiences growing up and in college. Yep, Judith was a VEGETARIAN & Lala had never had pesto (but also ENJOYED Olive Garden?!) . How the hell did these two end up with a food podcast?! Hot takes include: There is no bad pizza in NYC ( agree or disagree?). They also discuss their current fav spots and the restaurants on their list they have never been but realllly want to get to. Get hungry, y'all.

Mentions include: @russanddaughters @thaidiner @cervosnyc @forsythia_nyc @kopitiamnyc @thefoulwitch @ilpostoaccanto @kikis_nyc @lindustriebk @scarrspizza @mamas_too @thompkinssquarebagels @apollobagels @cisiamonyc @joji.nyc @lebernadinny @chefstablebrooklynfare @calpepbcn @restaurantalchemist @asadoretxebarrioficial @osteriamorini @radiobakerynyc @supermoonbakehouse

Pizza Consultant Angelo Womack Aug 19, 2024

We know you have always wondered how to make the best pizza at home or if Javier Bardem is a dick. You've been up at night struggling with the question of Dominos vs Papa Johns vs Pizza Hut? Find out the answers to these burning questions and more (ARE ALIENS REAL?) with Rad Times Pizza aka pizza savant/consultant Angelo Womack; the man who may or may not have first put honey on pizza in NYC. @radtimespizza

Mentions: @robertaspizza @maintenancephase @meow__wolf @bardemanarctic @lindustriebk @mikeshothoney @joshbrolin @wolfgangpuck @brooklyngrange @oonihq @scarrspizza @difaranyc

Sommelier Tira Johnson Aug 12, 2024

Calling all wine lovers, award winning sommelier Tira Johnson joins us on the pod this week. If you've always wanted to improve your wine knowledge but wondered where to start, this episode is for you. We discuss what wines to always have in your fridge, does screw top means it's not as good, disco balls AND does fancy glassware really matter? Break out a bottle and drink with us on this episode sure to leave you thirsty & a little smarter. @tira__johnson

Mentions: @ilisnyc @themulberrybar @beautyandessexnyc @terroirny @crownshynyc @nomacph @cotekoreansteakhouse @victoria___james @aldosohm @zev_rovine @jennyfrancois @patrickwine @monteriocellars @brooklynwineexchange @sdestio @l__eaux @jupiter.newyork @hawksmoornyc @two_robbers @peasantnyc @ritasodi @larinabrooklyn @fourhorsemenbk @gage.and.tollner @doordivebedstuy @pauliegee @greenbergsbagels @maamaphobk

8it App Founder Steve Raggiani Aug 05, 2024

On this episode, food entrepreneur Steve Raggiani joins the ladies in the studio to talk SO.MUCH.FOOD. From going in, to coming out, the conversation turns "shitty". They talk creation of Steve's food app 8it, growing up in an Italian restaurant family, IG collab etiquette and the MOST important question; always ask, "What's in the bag?!" Join us for another delicious week. @steve8it @8itapp

MENTIONS: @lacubananyc @eatmeaty @saborchef @lindustriebk @mamas_too @lucia.newyork @sandplunch @thaidiner @roundk_by_sol @rolosnyc @radiobakerynyc @cafehimalaya_nyc @greatnynoodletown @cervosnyc @lilfrankies @smoke_sweats @arrocesnyc @chefgreeny @eatnewschool @ramenbyra @happybullpizza @greenbergsbagels @emiliosballato @goldendinerny @rafsnewyork

Chef Isabel Lee Jul 29, 2024

Chef Isabel Lee of Forsyth Fire Escape sits down with Lala & Judith to discuss how the bucket drop burrito came to life! The ladies talk female led entrepreneurship with a side of fried chicken & ice cream. They also discuss corporate career pivots, how social media can blow your shit up, growing a business from pop up to brick & mortar, and how sometimes, ya just gotta jump. @forsythfireescape @isa_belly

Mentions: @calabama @hungryartistny @mottstreetgirls @stirfryguru @prettyrickysbar @ollyollyny @howlinrays @thecommodorebars @pecking_house @mamas_too @scarrspizza @lindustriebk @eat.namkeen

Chef Eric Greenspan Jul 22, 2024

This week, we're getting edgy with Food Network personality and cookbook author Eric Greenspan. We discuss everything from how one achieves "Celebrity Chef" status to beating Bobby Flay. We find out from the “Grilled Cheese God” how many sandwich recipes exist AND tackle the burning question: is Guy Fieri genuinely a nice guy or just a flame-shirted facade? Get ready for a racy, mouthwatering, and hilariously “cheesy” (yeah that’s a “New School” plug) chat! @chefgreeny @eatnewschool @duckdelivery

Mentions:@guyfieri @bobbyflay @roccodispirito @alainducasse @davidbouley @spagobh @wolfgangpuck @waltermanzke @republiquerestaurantla @adamgertler @andywangnyla @burtbakman @providencela @therealpastramiqueen @hattiebs @boltonsfamous @baveldtla @bestiadtla @saffysla @evanfunke @motherwolfla @funke_la @dorsia @christianpetroni @chefaaronmay @beautothaizzo @libertykitchenphl

Chef Wes Whitsell Jul 08, 2024

We chat with Michelin Star awarded chef Wes Whitsell, currently cooking in Los Angeles with projects Mama's Boy & The Waterfront Venice. We discuss boxed cake, colonoscopies, the differences in dining in Los Angeles & New York City, cooking from your nuts, faking it until you make it, and oh so much MORE! @chefweswhitsell @mamasboy @thewaterfrontvenice

Mentions: @gjelinarestaurant @evanfunke @blairs.silverlake @littleowlnyc @chefpjcalapa @mareanyc @joecampanaro @hatchethall @osterialabuca @sohohouse @hauserwirth @manueladtla @the_thejgold @hatchetchief @cervosnyc @claud_nyc @unsqgreenmarket @lostacos1 @courage_bagels @somtumderny@losmariscos1 @saffysla @charcoalrestaurants @bestiadtla @baveldtla @rafsnewyork @mussoandfrankgrill @josiahcitrin @langersdeli @katzsdeli @joeandpats @doughnuttery

Chef Ruben Rodriguez Jul 08, 2024

Join the ladies as they get real with Chef Ruben Rodriguez of Nai & Bad Hombre in the East Village. They dig into his wild tales of growing up in Galicia, Spain, his no-BS take on the hospitality industry, and why pilates isn’t just for soccer moms. Plus, talkin' shit on the hilarious mishaps of getting older. @rubenboilsoctopus @naitapas @badhombrenyc

MENTIONS: @larinabrooklyn

Author Mandy Naglich Jul 08, 2024

In this super candid episode, we chat with Mandy Naglich, the badass award-winning home beer brewer, super taster, Master Cicerone, and author of the facinating book "How to Taste." Mandy spills the tea (and maybe a few beers) on the fine art of tasting, her thoughts on natural wine and why the R train has its disadvantages. But obviously there's more – we dive headfirst into the ultimate New York debate: are you a real New Yorker if you haven’t had sex in a yellow cab? It’s a wild, mouth-watering ride! @drinkswithmandy

Mentions: @therumhouse @rick_bayless @crownshynyc @abcwineco

Chefs Jeremiah Stone & Fabian Von Hauske Valtierra Jul 08, 2024

In this episode, best friends and badass chefs Fabian Von Hauske Valtierra and Jeremiah Stone, the masterminds behind NYC's Wildair & Contra, join us. This Michelin starred, culinary duo faces off against Lala and Judith in a battle to see which pair of besties knows each other best. Brace yourself for wild stories, some good-natured trash talk, and a candid discussion about IBS.

@fabianvhv @chefjeremiahstone @contrany @wildairnyc @matildacatskills @thetuskbar @eatdayjune MENTIONS in this episode: @cookingissues @jacsonbond @raysbarbk @nomacph @natsonbank @blackseedbagels @mamastoo @wyliedufresne @unclelous @deluxegreenbo @tamalesflordelis @toptastekingston @scarrspizza @lindustriebk @mariocarbone @majorfoodgroup @grandstpizza @richtorrisi @russanddaughters @wuswontonking @peterlugersteakhouse @keenssteakhouse @eliosnyc @ntmrkt @jgrestaurants

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