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    What’s Eric Eating

    Every week, CultureMap Editor Eric Sandler examines the Houston culinary landscape, giving you the latest news, restaurant reviews, and interviews with some of the most interesting people in the scene. New episodes of the What’s Eric Eating? podcast drop every Tuesday and Thursday. 
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    Latest Episodes:
    Episode 550 - Paige and Andrew Alvis and German Mosquera of Long Weekend Apr 16, 2026
    Show notes

    Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Paige and Andrew Alvis and German Mosquera of Long Weekend. The trio speak Eric about the creation of Long Weekend, where the idea came about, balancing being family friendly with higher end adult offerings, the former King's Bierhaus space being the right location for the concept, the renovations they made, how they utilize the space for the best experience, developing the menu, the baking program, the idea for the playground, the discourse regarding the kids/playground, the relationship with their neighbors, goals for the concept, and more!

    Got a question for Eric? Email him at eric@culturemap.com. Follow Eric on Instagram @ericsandler and check out some of Eric's latest articles online at Culturemap.com:

    • Chef-Loved Houston Fisherman Opens Affordable Seafood Restaurant Near Third Ward
    • Hot Houston Hand Roll Spot is First Restaurant at New EaDo Development
    • Houston's 11 Best Chefs of 2026 are Leading the City's Rise to Prominence
    • The 11 Best Restaurants of 2026 Showcase Houston's World-Class Status
    • Burger Joint Duo's Frozen Treat Shop Returns with Soft Serve Margaritas
    • Growing Houston Coffee Shop Hits the Road with Battery-Powered Electric Van
    Episode 549 - Loves Dumpling House and Shredders Pizza Apr 14, 2026
    Show notes On today's edition of the show Eric is joined by Raffi Nasr of Craft Pita. First Raffi catches Eric up on his own personal news, the birth of the pita prince! Then the guys dive into the latest news from the Houston culinary scene including the 2 planned concepts that may arrive to a Houston area golf course from Michelin starred chef/owner Michael Fojtasek and Houston's ranking in Food & Wine Magazine's top 10 food cities of America list. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Loves Dumpling House and Shredders Pizza are featured.
    Got a question for Eric? Email him at eric@culturemap.com. Follow Eric on Instagram @ericsandler and check out some of Eric's latest articles online at Culturemap.com:
    • Michelin-Recognized Chef Plans 2 New Restaurants at Proposed Houston Golf Club
    • The 11 Best Restaurants of 2026 Showcase Houston's World-Class Status
    • Burger Joint Duo's Frozen Treat Shop Returns with Soft Serve Margaritas
    • Growing Houston Coffee Shop Hits the Road with Battery-Powered Electric Van
    • Houston Earns 6 Finalist Nominations in the 2026 James Beard Awards
    Episode 548 - David Anderson III and Dominick Lee of Fancy's Apr 09, 2026
    Show notes On today's edition of the podcast Eric is joined by David Anderson III and Dominick Lee of Fancy's. The pair speak with Eric about how they started working together, their work on Augustine's, how the opportunity for Fancy's came about, the difference between Fancy's and Augustine's, why the River Oaks area was the right spot, bringing people together from all walks of life, the food, the amount of caviar, how they'd like the concept to evolve, being a destination spot, and much more! Plus, David talks about his career leading up to becoming a bar owner, the creation of Off the Record, what the scene is like for Off the Record, what Dominick has learned from the pop ups in the lead up to both Augustine's and Fancy's, and what could be next!
    Got a question for Eric? Email him at eric@culturemap.com. Follow Eric on Instagram @ericsandler and check out some of Eric's latest articles online at Culturemap.com:
    • Houston Earns 6 Finalist Nominations in the 2026 James Beard Awards
    • These are Houston's 11 Best Dessert Programs of 2026
    • 6 Things to Know in Houston Food: Openings, a Closing, and More
    • Houston Olympian Simone Biles Opens New Restaurant at Bush Intercontinental
    • 16 Best New Houston Restaurants Compete for Coveted Tastemakers Title
    Episode 547 - Latuli Apr 07, 2026
    Show notes

    On today's edition of the podcast Eric is joined by Mary Clarkson of Heights Grocer and Montrose Grocer. The pair dive into some of the latest news from Houston restaurant and bar scene including the 6 James Beard Award finalist nominations from Houston, Be More Pacific shuttering, and Julep's ranking on North America's Best Bars of 2026 list. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Latuli is featured.

    Got a question for Eric? Email him at eric@culturemap.com. Follow Eric on Instagram @ericsandler and check out some of Eric's latest articles online at Culturemap.com:

    • Houston Earns 6 Finalist Nominations in the 2026 James Beard Awards
    • Guy Fieri-Loved Filipino Restaurant Closes in the Heights After 6 Years
    • Southern-Inspired Houston Cocktail Den Ranks on North America Best Bars List
    • Michelin-Recognized Chef Plans 2 New Restaurants at Proposed Houston Golf Club
    • These are Houston's 11 Best Dessert Programs of 2026
    Episode 546 - Jabril Riddick of Southern Jerks Apr 02, 2026
    Show notes

    Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Jabril Riddick of Southern Jerks. Jabril speaks with Eric about his decision to go on his own to open his own concept, why he decided on fried chicken as the cuisine for his concept, why Houston is the perfect place to showcase fried chicken with a twist, the flavor profile, making the sides standout, how the Jerk Burger ended up on the menu, wanting to open on the northside, opening in conjunction with a gas station, the confidence they have, how influencers have helped their reach, expansion plans, when we could see another location (sooner than you may think), working with his family, following the plan, becoming much more efficient, and much more!

    Got a question for Eric? Email him at eric@culturemap.com. Follow Eric on Instagram @ericsandler and check out some of Eric's latest articles online at Culturemap.com:

    • Houston Earns 6 Finalist Nominations in the 2026 James Beard Awards
    • These are Houston's 11 Best Dessert Programs of 2026
    • 6 Things to Know in Houston Food: Openings, a Closing, and More
    • Houston Olympian Simone Biles Opens New Restaurant at Bush Intercontinental
    • 16 Best New Houston Restaurants Compete for Coveted Tastemakers Title
    Episode 545 - The Green Room Mar 31, 2026
    Show notes

    Eric is joined once again by the Swanky Maven Felice Sloan on today's edition of the show. The pair dive into some of the latest news from the Houston culinary scene including, the closing of the Upper Kirby location of Fleming's, Simone Biles opening a restaurant at Bush Intercontinental, and the new Mediterranean concept from Ohio coming to Houston. In the Restaurants of the Week portion The Green Room is featured and Felice speaks about recent meal she had that was an all timer for her.

    Got a question for Eric? Email him at eric@culturemap.com. Follow Eric on Instagram @ericsandler and check out some of Eric's latest articles online at Culturemap.com:

    • Steakhouse Chain's Upper Kirby Outpost will Shutter After 25 Years
    • Houston Olympian Simone Biles Opens New Restaurant at Bush Intercontinental
    • Ohio-Based Mediterranean Restaurant Now Baking Fresh Pita in Memorial
    • These are Houston's 11 Best Dessert Programs of 2026
    • 6 Things to Know in Houston Food: Openings, a Closing, and More
    Episode 544 - Tom Cunanan, Daniel Davidson, and Brian Doke of The Green Room Mar 26, 2026
    Show notes

    On today's edition of What's Eric Eating, Eric is joined by Tom Cunanan, Daniel Davidson, and Brian Doke of The Green Room. The trio speak with Eric about their respective careers, the early days, what brought Tom to Houston from DC, Brian's journey from helping others open concepts to working for himself, the decision behind carving out a portion of Heights & Co. for their new concept, Tom's journey into Filipino cuisine, the love for European cuisine, the difference in approach between Lazy Lane and The Green Room, the idea for The Green Room, working together, the standouts from their menu, how things are going so far, the possibility of a brunch, ideas for the future, how things are going for Lazy Lane, the goals for Lazy Lane, and much more!

    Got a question for Eric? Email him at eric@culturemap.com. Follow Eric on Instagram @ericsandler and check out some of Eric's latest articles online at Culturemap.com:

    • Fine Dining Chef Serves Up Casual Sandwich Shop in Houston Suburb
    • Ohio-Based Mediterranean Restaurant Now Baking Fresh Pita in Memorial
    • Steakhouse Chain's Upper Kirby Outpost will Shutter After 25 Years
    • United and Chef's Table Recruit Top Houston Chef for Premium Inflight Meal
    • Houston's 10 Best Bartenders of 2026 Treat Strangers Like Regulars
    Episode 543 - Long Weekend Mar 24, 2026
    Show notes

    Today on the show Eric is joined by Monica to go over some of the latest happenings from the Houston culinary scene. Eric and Monica discuss The Raven Grill closing after 28 years of operation, chef Justin Yu's newest endeavor that has him working with United Airlines and Netflix's Chef's Table, and The Swift BLDG development has added 2 concepts to it's lineup. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Long Weekend is featured.

    Got a question for Eric? Email him at eric@culturemap.com. Follow Eric on Instagram @ericsandler and check out some of Eric's latest articles online at Culturemap.com:

    • Southwestern-Inspired Houston Restaurant will Close After 28 Years
    • United and Chef's Table Recruit Top Houston Chef for Premium Inflight Meal
    • Historic Heights Redevelopment Adds Ice Cream Shop and Premium Juice Bar
    • Steakhouse Chain's Upper Kirby Outpost will Shutter After 25 Years
    • Houston's 10 Best Bartenders of 2026 Treat Strangers Like Regulars
    Episode 542 - Ryan Hildebrand of Killen's Mar 19, 2026
    Show notes

    On today's edition of What's Eric Eating, Eric is joined by Ryan Hildebrand of Killen's. Ryan speaks with Eric about his time in Wimberley, the challenges they faced, why it was time to come home to Houston, the best thing they took away from their time in Wimberley, what appealed to him about working at Killen's, collaborating with Ronnie, the changes they've made to Killen's, some of the menu items they've added, the new lunch menu, the pressure to maintain the restaurant's Bib Gourmand status, the goals for the restaurant, and much more!

    Got a question for Eric? Email him at eric@culturemap.com. Follow Eric on Instagram @ericsandler and check out some of Eric's latest articles online at Culturemap.com:

    • Casual Houston Coffee Shop Pokes into New Sawyer Yards Location
    • Southwestern-Inspired Houston Restaurant will Close After 28 Years
    • Running List of Houston Restaurants Serving Decadent Easter Brunches
    • Street Corn Shines at Houston's Truffle-Powered Chef Competition
    • YouTube Star Mark Wiens Gets a Taste of Texas at Iconic Houston Steakhouse
    Episode 541 - The Culinary Cup, Texas Roadhouse, & Star Rover Mar 17, 2026
    Show notes

    Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Houston BBQ Festival co-founder Michael Fulmer. Eric and Michael cover some of the latest news from the Houston culinary scene including the new California chicken restaurant chain Starbird coming to the city next year, the closure of Houston's only Pie Tap Pizza, and early thoughts on the new culinary competition show The Culinary Cup hosted by Padma Lakshmi. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Texas Roadhouse and Star Rover are featured.

    Got a question for Eric? Email him at eric@culturemap.com. Follow Eric on Instagram @ericsandler and check out some of Eric's latest articles online at Culturemap.com:

    • New Chicken Restaurant Flies into Houston with 'Gluten-Friendly' Tendies
    • Running List of Houston Restaurants Serving Decadent Easter Brunches
    • Street Corn Shines at Houston's Truffle-Powered Chef Competition
    • YouTube Star Mark Wiens Gets a Taste of Texas at Iconic Houston Steakhouse
    • These 10 Restaurants and Pop-Ups Serve Houston's Best Sandwiches
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