Chef Jason Dady is a San Antonio based restaurateur who owns the Jason Dady Restaurant Group, which includes Range, Tre Trattoria, Jardin, and Two Bros BBQ. He is known for his diverse and innovative culinary concepts, ranging from Tuscan-Italian to Texas barbecue to Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. He has been featured on several TV shows, such as Food Network's Iron Chef Gauntlet and Beat Bobby Flay and has received numerous accolades such as James Beard Foundation Award Semifinalist and Guest Chef in NYC. Chef Dady is passionate about exploring new flavors and creating memorable dining experience for his guests.

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Lis Mathis is a long-time resident of Cibolo, Tx. She got tired of having to drive to San Antonio to find good food establishments, so she opened her own! First a wine bar, then two restaurants. Chef Efron Sandoval moved to the area after running several successful restaurants in San Francisco. Kindling Texas was the perfect fit for him and his family. Hear their stories on this week's podcast!

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Javier Barron is the owner of Mi Gente, a new Mexican restaurant that opened in San Antonio in January 2024. Javier has a passion for Latin cuisine and culture, and he wanted to share it with his community. Mi Gente offers a variety of dishes, from traditional Mexican favorites to innovative creations like Hot Cheetos enchiladas and chicken on a stick. Javier’s goal is to provide a fun and festive atmosphere for his customers, where they can enjoy delicious food, music, and entertainment. 

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Philippe Place is the general manager and co-founder of Southerleigh Hospitality Group, a group of restaurants and breweries in Texas that serve modern Texas cuisine and craft beer. The Southerleigh Hospitality Group includes Southerleigh, Southerleigh Haute South, and Mon Chou Chou. He is originally from France, but he has been living in the US for over 25 years, and in San Antonio for more than a decade. He has worked in prestigious hotels and restaurants around the world, and he has met celebrities and royalty. He is known for his signature smile, welcoming nature and French accent.

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Jean Tardif is a French-Mexican chef who has a passion for creating French cuisine with a Texas twist. He is the owner and head chef of Tardif’s American Brasserie. Chef Tardif has a rich culinary background, having trained at the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu in Paris and owned several successful restaurants in Mexico City.

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Mike Behrend is a chef, entrepreneur, and advocate for plant-based eating. He is the co-owner of Earth Burger and Green Vegetarian Cuisine, two successful vegan restaurant chains in Texas.

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You could say that Brian Correa was born into the San Antonio Bar business. His great grandfather started Bar America which has been a popular downtown spot for since 1942. Last year, Brian decided to sell his stake in Bar America and head North and open Texas Dog Co. Texas Dog Co is a dog-friendly beer garden that offers a unique experience for both dogs and their owners. It is located at 4302 Hyatt Place. The beer garden is open Monday - Friday from 4:00 pm to midnight, Saturday from 3:00 pm to midnight, and Sunday from 12:00 pm to midnight. The beer garden features a dog park, sand volleyball courts and local food trucks! Very family friendly spot! 

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Cecilia Barretto is a wine expert and the owner of Vinously Speaking, a wine edutainment event business. She has been studying wine since 2002 and has a Masters in Wine Business from France. She offers private wine tasting parties, education, and entertainment for her clients, who can choose their own wine and food budget. She also runs a wine blog where she shares her vinous adventures and insights.

Vinously Speaking is the name of both Cecilia’s wine blog and her wine event service. She started the blog in 2009 to document her wine studies in France. She provides wine edutainment events for private residences, corporate functions, and social gatherings in San Antonio and surrounding areas.

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Patrick Flores bought an existing restaurant, Las Chiladas in 2003 and has been bringing in the crowds ever since. Las Chiladas is both a restaurant and a place to buy great tamales, year round. Patrick talks about his journey to becoming a restaurateur and about how Las Chiladas has added comedy and entertainment to its list of opportunities. Las Chiladas is San Antonio Restaurants Gold Approved!

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Luis Vazquez has created a Mexican Seafood restaurant reminiscent of the classy, resort-style places you might find in Cancun or Cabo San Lucas. Arenas Maqueria Lounge opened early in 2023 and is becoming a hot spot for great seafood, excellent cocktails, and live music! Luis talked with us about learning the restaurant business from washing dishes to running his other restaurant Sabor! Mexicana Cocina with his father.

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