Lawrence Forking Kansas

Dante Colombo, Cammie Mitchener, and Logan Oleen from John Brown’s Underground join us for our sixth episode! Learn about how their space went from bank to bar, the process behind creating their newest menu, and the particular challenges of putting together “bartender’s choice” orders!

The Waffle Iron’s Sam Donnell joins us for our fifth episode! Hear all about how an obsession with perfecting panang curry led to an obsession with creating the perfect waffle, how Instagram has influenced his waffle evolution, and which of his many creative waffle offerings is his favorite!

We welcome Laura Klein, managing partner and front of house manager at Mass St. Fish House & Raw Bar, for our fourth episode! Learn all about the logistics of getting fresh seafood to Kansas, where their seafood is sourced from, and how oysters are like wine!

Lark a Fare’s general manager Kyle Bennett and chef Chetan Michie join us for our third episode! Learn all about their journeys through various Lawrence-area kitchens before creating Lark a Fare’s modern Midwest vibe, how they rise to the challenge of creating options for those with dietary restrictions, and the upcoming Just Food benefit Jay’s Dinner that they’re hosting!

We welcome Amy Pope of Repetition Coffee for our second episode! Learn about how co-owners Amy and Ryan Pope came back to Lawrence from Paris to start Repetition, what it takes to bring specialty coffee to Lawrence, and Amy’s recent trip to Uganda and Kenya!

We welcome Regan Pillar of Culinaria for our very first episode! Hear all about their transition from home chefs to the catering world to owning their own restaurant, the inspiration behind their Mediterranean small plates, and the story behind their hashtag, #culinarialovesyou !

Lawrence Forking Kansas is a new podcast exploring the food scene in Lawrence, KS. Join husband-and-wife team Jake Bellucci and Kristen Allen as they interview owners and chefs from establishments new and old in Lawrence. Episodes coming soon!

Lawrence Forking Kansas is a new podcast exploring the food scene in Lawrence, KS. Join husband-and-wife team Jake Bellucci and Kristen Allen as they interview owners and chefs from establishments new and old in Lawrence. Episodes coming soon!