Known for their vibrant, seasonal dishes and laidback yet refined approach to cuisine, Birdie’s, one of Austin’s most beloved and innovative restaurants, is renowned for capturing the essence of Texas with every bite. On this episode, hosts Mary Celeste Beall and Sarah Chabot sit down with the acclaimed duo behind Birdie’s, Arjav Ezekial and Tracy Malechek-Ezekiel. Recognized as rising stars in the industry on TIME100 Next’s list, Chef Tracy leads the creative food experience at Birdie’s, and Arjav, James Beard Award-winning beverage director, pairs each bite with memorable sips. The two talk with our hosts about staying creatively inspired in the kitchen, misconceptions about the restaurant industry, and the truth about how incredible and rewarding working in hospitality can be. 

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The Blackberry Podcast is a production of TenTen Media and Blackberry Farm.
Producer: Kathryn Sullivan
Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions