Happy New Year! On the first podcast of 2025, Eric is joined by Alex Smith of Atlas Restaurant Group. Alex speaks with Eric about how he get started in the restaurant business, the Baltimore dining scene, why they decided on Houston rather than somewhere northeast, why River Oaks District was the right spot, the decision to close Ouzo Bay, what he's learned about Houston since coming here, possible areas where Atlas could expand into, and much more! Plus, Alex updates Eric on how things are going at Azumi, Loch Bar, and Marmo. 

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