On the 58th episode of the Seattle Foodie Podcast, we interview food enthusiast and OG Instagrammer, Frank Edgington (@mrfrankstagram). Frank gets real with us and gives his view on the state of Instagram presently and he also tells you his favorite spots where you can find him at in Seattle. 

In addition, Monica and Nelson announce the Giveaway winner for Gather Kitchen and Bar and we recap a week, which included dinners at Pomerol in Fremont and Anejo Restaurant and Tequila Bar in Capitol Hill and Pike Brewing Co.'s 30th Year Reunion Party. 

Finally, we tell you about several food events this week including the Kirkland Zombie Wine Walk starting from the Heathman Hotel, Alexandra's Macarons Spooktacular Open House, Savor Seattle Restaurant Week at Maslow's by Farestart, a Butchery Demo with Rain Shadow Meats at C.C. Filson Store, and Molly Moon's Pop-Up at Theo Chocolate. 

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On the 57th episode of the Seattle Foodie Podcast, we interview Annie Cheng (@anniechengeats), Founder and self-designated Chief Eating Officer of the Table Less Traveled. Table Less Traveled is a company that offers unique small group travel experiences all over the world. Annie is a Seattle native and she tells us about all her traveling experiences as well as some of her favorite things to do while she's in Seattle. 

Also, Monica and Nelson recap a week which included the Whole Foods Culinary Event at Within SODO, Seattle Fresh Hop, and we review our salmon recipes we created with Sena Sea Seafoods. 

Finally, we tell you several events this upcoming week including Tamales + Tres Leches at Cubes Baking Co. with Jess Tupper (@dessert_geek) and the Intentionalist, Fall Feast with Pike Place Market at the Atrium Kitchen, the Seattle Chocolate Haunted Factory Tour, Trucktoberfest, Pike Brewing's 30th Anniversary, and the Cascadia Cheese Festival. 

Thank you so much for downloading and listening and we hope you enjoy our latest episode of the Seattle Foodie Podcast! Happy eating Seattle!

On the 56th episode of the Seattle Foodie Podcast, we sit down with Bryan Kang (@emeraldcityeater). Currently, Bryan is one of the most talented Food Photographers in Seattle who captures food at a unique level. Listen as we talk about everything including how the Seattle Food Scene has grown over decades, why cameras are still worthwhile when shooting food in restaurants, why we love using Yelp as a resource, and so much more. Make sure you follow him at @emeraldcityeater. 

In addition, Monica and Nelson recap events this week and some the following weekend including Cowabunga hosted by Seattle Met and Amazon, a tasting at Zylberschtein in Pinehurst, Project Glamburger by the Shambles and American Lamb Board, Next Level Cocktail Making Classes at Currant Bistro, the Delta 17:00 Pop-Up Bar, and the Fred Hutch Great Pumpkin Beer Festival. 

Finally, we tell you several events this upcoming week including the Papi Chino Pop-Up at Café Opla, the Delicatus Sandwich Junkie Get-Down, Seattle Fresh Hop, and the Depressed Cake Shop at Optimism Brewing.

Thank you so much for downloading and listening and we hope you enjoy our latest episode of the Seattle Foodie Podcast!

On the 55th episode of the Seattle Foodie Podcast, Monica sits down with Jonathan Amato, Managing Director of Curbside Provisions who oversees SeattleFoodTruck.com. Jonathan talks with Monica about the beginnings of the Seattle Food Truck scene when it was only 12 operating Food Trucks to now over 500 Mobile Vendors. They discuss the growth of Food Trucks in Seattle and what has changed for better or worse today. 

Also, Monica and Nelson recap a busy week, which included Happy Hour at Crab Pot in Bellevue, lunch at Maggie Bluffs, and dinner at Gather Kitchen and Bar in Ballard.

Finally, we tell you about 7 upcoming events including Dinner and DJ vol. 31 at Ciudad featuring Chef Young Cho of Phorale and co-hosted with Ken Tran (@feedthepudge), Taste America Seattle, Issaquah Salmon Days, Feast at the Market, the Delta 17:00 Bar, Taste of Seattle Made, and the Central Perk Pop-up Café in Capitol Hill. 

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On the 54th episode of the Seattle Foodie Podcast, we bring you a special episode as Monica and special guest, Stephanie Forrer, recap their epic 4-day experience last week at Feast Portland. Feast Portland is a movement celebrating the diverse food and beverage community in Portland and around the world. It tells the story of chefs, winemakers brewers, farmers, artisans and makers in Oregon and how they connect with and inspire the rest of the  world. Feast Portland donates to hunger relief organizations. Listen in as Monica and Stephanie tell you their favorite bites and drinks throughout the weekend. 

In addition, Monica and Nelson pick the winner for last week's Rosita's Grill's Giveaway and they also talk about Seattle's Food Festival, Cowabunga, going on this weekend. Tickets are on sale through the Cowabunga website. Thank you so much for listening and we hope you enjoy the latest episode of the Seattle Foodie Podcast!

On the 53rd episode of the Seattle Foodie Podcast, we chat with Ken Tran (@feedthepudge). Ken was one of the first in Seattle to use Instagram as a platform to showcase food around the city. Listen to our interview as he tells us how he started his food account and what it takes now to curate a food Instagram account today. Also, be sure to check out the latest Dinner and a DJ Pop-Up at Ciudad, South x Southeast with Chef Young Cho (of Phorale) on September 30th at 7pm and co-hosted by Ken Tran.     

In addition, Monica and Nelson recap a week including a dinner celebration at Art of the Table and dinner in downtown at Palomino.

Finally, we tell you several events for the upcoming week including Extended Happy Hour at Chateau St. Michelle, the Fisherman's Fall Festival, Oktoberfests at Fremont, Kirkland, and Edmonds, the Ice Cream Social Pop-Up at the Fremont Sunday Market, the Fresh Catch Series at Palisade, and the Seattle Nourished Festival. 

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On the 52nd Episode of the Seattle Foodie Podcast, we celebrate one year of shows! We made it everyone! This is our 1-year anniversary, 52 straight weeks of producing a podcast episode every Monday! To celebrate our 52nd episode, we reflect on how we got this podcast started and how we've grown from our first pilot episode to now. Also, we share with you some of our favorite interviews as well as what we want to accomplish in Year 2. To all the listeners and followers, thank you so much for supporting us through our first year! We couldn't have done it without you all!

In addition, Monica and Nelson recap a week that included Momosan's Grand Opening Celebration in the Publix Building in Chinatown, Cider Tasting with foodie friends through the NW Cider Association, and dinner at Rosita's Grill in Greenlake.

Finally, we tell you several events for the upcoming week including a Donut Lab Pop-up at the Mountaineering Club, the Greenlake Octoberfest, the Grilled Cheese Grand Prix, the Chinatown ID Night Market, the inaugural Georgetown Beer Festtival, Foreigner at Pike Brewing, and Feast Portland. 

Thank you for listening and for all your support! We hope you enjoy the latest episode of the Seattle Foodie Podcast! 

On the 51st episode of the Seattle Foodie Podcast, we interview Mike Del Mundo, the owner of Mike's Shave Ice. Mike's Shave Ice has taken Seattle by storm since last year and they have gained in popularity exponentially popping up all around Seattle. Tune in as Mike Del Mundo tells us how the idea of Mike's Shave Ice originated  and what we can look forward to from Mike's Shave Ice in the future as we change seasons. 

In addition, Monica and Nelson recap a busy week which included dinner at Scott's Bar and Grill in Edmonds for another Restaurants Unlimited Summer Visit Challenge, lunch at Kai Market at 400 Fairview in the SLU, a 7-course Vegan Tasting Menu at Local 360 Vegan, and a Taco Fish Tour at Pike Place Market. 

Finally, we tell you about several events for this upcoming week including Free Burger Day at Li'l Woody's, the 9th annual Washington Cider Week, Wildbites at the Woodland Park Zoo, the Mercer Island Art Uncorked, and the 12th annual Live Aloha Festival at Seattle Center. 

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On the 50th Episode of the Seattle Foodie Podcast, Monica and Nelson tell you about their favorite places to eat on the Eastside. They tell you 10 of their favorite places you all need to try as well as several honorable mentions that didn't make the list at it encompasses the greater Eastside including Bellevue, Issaquah, Kirkland, and Redmond. Follow along as many listeners have requested this anticipated list!

In addition, Monica and Nelson recap their visit with foodie friends to Capitol Hill as they check out the new Vegan menu at Bimbos Cantina. 

And finally, they also tell you what's coming up for the Labor Day Weekend including both the Washington State and Evergreen State Fairs, Bumbershoot, Whiskey Wednesday hosted by the Seattle Gents at Hotel Sorrento, Garzon's Pop-up at Third Culture Coffee, and the United Way of King County Emerging Leaders' Seattle Chef's Table at Frelard Pizza Company. 

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On the 49th episode of the Seattle Foodie Podcast, we interview Steven Ducky (@seattlefoodieadventure). Steven is one of the more renowned Seattle Foodie Instagrammers with over 60K followers. We sit down with him as he provides you some insight on how his account gained popularity and he also provides you with some tips on how to grow your own foodie account. 

In addition, Monica and Nelson recap a week that included dinner at Cutter's Crabhouse, the Auction of Washington Wines Winemaker PIcnic at Chateau St. Michelle, the Bacchus Block Party at Sodo Wine Works, a visit to the SLU Night Market to check out Mobile Burgerz, and a review of Angry Fish Jams based out of Edmonds. 

Finally, we let you know about several food events this week including the So Bazaar Night Market in Redmond, the Barrio Fiesta in Edmonds, Barque Brontes Bakery Café launch party, and Sadie's Night at the Palace Ballroom on August 27th. 

Thank you so much for downloading and listening! We hope you enjoy the latest episode of the Seattle Foodie Podcast!