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April 21, 2022Episode 237 - Scott Sulma of Atlas Restaurant Group
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Matt Harris to discuss the latest news from the Houston restaurant and food scene including the shocking shake up with J-Bar-M Barbecue, Craft Pita getting a new location, and Chris Shepherd's big Southern Smoke Festival. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Tatemó is featured. In the Guest of the Week section Eric is joined by Scott Sulma of the Atlas Restaurant Group. Scott speaks with Eric about how he got into the restaurant industry, what he learned from working with the great Tony Vallone, how he got started with Atlas, his role with the restaurant group, how the group of Atlas restaurants have been doing in Houston so far, why Atlas is bringing the new Italian concept Marmo to Houston, what customers can expect, the menu at Marmo, and much more!

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Rising Star Chef Breaks Silence About Sudden Exit from Exciting New EaDo Barbecue Joint
Crafty and Healthy Mediterranean Restaurant Unfolds Second Location in West University
Chris Shepherd's First Food Festival Since 2019 Goes All Out with All-Star, 3-Day Bash
10 Most Inventive Pop-Up and Startup Restaurant Concepts Every Houston Foodie Should Know
Decadent California-Based Sandwich and Salad Shop Opens Second Downtown Location
Chris Shepherd Shakes Up His Downtown Restaurant with New Name and Chef
1 hr 3 min
April 14, 2022Episode 236 - Tobias Dorzon & Rosea Grady of Thirteen
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Felice Sloan to discuss the latest happenings from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including Three Brothers Bakery adding a new location, Wolfgang Puck returning to Houston with a new concept, and Upside Pub coming to the Garden Oaks/Oak Forest area. In the Restaurants of the Week The Greasy Spoon is featured. In the Guest of the Week section Eric is joined by Tobias Dorzon and Rosea Grady of Thirteen. Tobias and Rosea speak with Eric about how they got into the restaurant industry, what brought them to Thirteen, how they got to know James Harden, how Thirteen came together, what it was like working with James Harden on the concept, how things have gone in the first year, how difficult it was early on after James was traded to Brooklyn, how they describe the food, biggest surprise from their first year, memorable celeb interactions, building the team, goals for year 2, whether we could see more Thirteen's in other markets, and much more!

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Houston's Iconic Jewish Bakery Rises with Fourth Location in Tanglewood
Casual New Neighborhood Bar bringing Craft Brews, Late-Night Eats, and Major Upside to Garden Oaks/Oak Forest
3 Closings to Know in Houston Food: Last Chance to Visit Some Neighborhood Staples
New Upscale Restaurant in Former Houston's Space Sets Eagerly Anticipated
Crafty and Healthy Mediterranean Restaurant Unfolds Second Location in West University
Stoner-Themed Sandwich Joint's First Houston Spot Hashes Out Cocktails and Munchies
Chris Shepherd's First Food Festival Since 2019 Goes All Out with All-Star, 3-Day Bash
57 min
April 07, 2022Episode 235 - Aaron Franklin of Loro
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Mary Clarkson to discuss the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including Burger Bodega opening this summer, Benjy Levit's new concept, and Daniel Wolfe's fundraising efforts. In the Restaurants of the Week section BCN and Blue Stone Lane. In the Guest of the Week portion Eric is joined by Aaron Franklin of Loro. Aaron speaks with Eric about how Loro came together, his role in shaping the menu, why he decided to come to Houston for this, his approach with Loro with it's vast array of menu options, how the concept is doing so far, feeling the love from locals, whether more locations could be in the cards for the future, building the grill at Wild Oats, Franklin BBQ being back to normal since the pandemic started, his new sandwich shop concept that's in the works, and much more!

Follow Eric on Instagram and Twitter, plus check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com, such as:
Houston Food Influencer's Smash Burger Pop-Up Finds a Permanent Home on Washington Avenue
Benjy Levit's New 'Urban Treehouse' Wine Bar Blossoms in Rice Village
Courageous Houston Chef Battling Cancer Uncorks April Fundraiser to Help Restaurant Workers in Need
New Heights Patio Bar with Sweeping Downtown Views, Treehouse Vibes, and Cool Cocktails Sets Open Date
Casual New Neighborhood Bar bringing Craft Brews, Late-Night Eats, and Major Upside to Garden Oaks/Oak Forest
Sizzling New Steakhouse Boasting Italian Fare Sets Open Date in Hot Montrose Mixed-Use Hub
42 min
March 31, 2022Episode 234 - Grant Cooper, Josep Prats, & Marc Cantu of The Big Vibe Group
On today's podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to discuss the latest happenings from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including Cabo Bob's opening 3 new locations in the Houston area, The Chocolate bar returning with a new name and location, and Aaron Bludorn's new seafood concept that's heading to Rice Village. In the Restaurants of the Week Patton's and Roberta's are featured. In the Guest of the Week portion Eric is joined by the team behind The Big Vibe Group. Grant, Josep, and Marc speak with Eric about how this venture came together, what attracted each of them to this partnership since the splitting of Clark Cooper Concepts, the development/aesthetics of Gratify, why now was the right time for Flora, bringing something strong with Flora into the Mexican food scene, Josep's role in developing the menu at Flora, the inspirations for the food, Flora's decor, the focus on cocktails at Flora, how Grant's travels have inspired him, the latest details regarding Graffiti Raw and Daddy's Burgers, possibly going into other cities, and much much more!

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Favorite Austin Burrito Joint Unwraps 3 New Houston Locations This Summer
Beloved Houston Chocolate Shop Makes Triumphant Return with Sweet New Name and Locale
Aaron Bludorn's Team Makes Waves in Rice Village with True Blue Seafood Restaurant
Top Chef Recap: Behind the Scenes of Chris Williams' Quickfire Showdown
Houston's Billionaire Benefactors Gift $1.3M to Star Chef Chris Williams' Food Charity
Acclaimed New York Pizzeria Fires Up Inside Downtown's Bustling New Food Hall
1 hr 8 min
March 24, 2022Episode 233 - Niki Vongthong of Hidden Omakase
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Matt Harris to discuss the latest from the Houston bar and restaurant scene including a recap of the latest episode of Top Chef, the James Beard Foundation's finalist announcement, and pastry chef Jordi Roca is set to open his gelato shop in Houston soon. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Flora is featured. In the Guest of the Week section Eric is joined by Niki Vongthong of Hidden Omakase. Niki speaks with Eric about her family's time running a grocery store, switching the family business from a grocery store to a restaurant, what set her upon her culinary journey, Niki's transition into professional cooking, her time in Spain & Thailand, what she learned while at Uchi, her first time leading a kitchen, why she loves the omakase style, the approach to building courses with omakase, her incorporation of Thai elements, how she's gotten more comfortable with leading, celebrating special occasions at Hidden Omakase, and much more!

Follow Eric on Instagram and Twitter, plus check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com, such as:
Top Chef Recap: Local Asian Food Stars Shine in a Consummately Houston Episode
7 Houston Chefs, Restaurants, and Bars Named James Beard Award Finalists
'World's Best Pastry Chef' Scoops Up Prime Uptown Space for New Gelato Shop
Houston's 9 Best Neighborhood Restaurants Reflect Our City's Diverse Dining
Favorite Austin Burrito Joint Unwraps 3 New Houston Locations This Summer
New Modern Steakhouse Serves Up Rare Experience on Washington Avenue
59 min
March 17, 2022Episode 232 - Nick Fine of Wild Oats
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Linda Salinas to discuss some of the latest news from the Houston bar and restaurant scene including Gr8 Plate Hospitality opening a new concept called Passerella this spring, Jackson Street BBQ closing, and Liuyishou Hotpot has arrived in Houston with a soft opening. In the Restaurants of the Week Loro and Tatemó are featured. In the Guest of the Week section Eric is joined by Nick Fine of Wild Oats. Nick speaks with Eric about how he got into cooking, the interesting origin story/road he took to get to this point, what it's been like working with Chris Shepherd, the difference between running a restaurant versus running a business, what made him pursue developing Wild Oats, how he describes the food at Wild Oats, developing the menu, the story behind Grilly Nelson, vision for Wild Oats, how it's going so far, what the future holds for him, and more!

Follow Eric on Instagram and Twitter, plus check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com, such as:
These Houston Restaurants and Bakeries are Standing with Ukraine
Dynamic Team Behind 2 Hot Houston Restaurants Serves Up New Italian Eatery
7 Houston Chefs, Restaurants, and Bars Named James Beard Award Finalists
Globally Renown Hot Pot Restaurant Steams Up Houston's Chinatown
1 hr
March 10, 2022Episode 231 - Angelo Emiliani of Café Louie and Angie's Pizza
Follow Eric on Instagram and Twitter, plus check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com, such as:
Surprise Shakeup Sees Founders Depart Exciting East End Cocktail Bar
Chris Shepherd Calls Off Plans to Open a Casual Cocktail Bar in Montrose
Ben Berg's Casual Italian Restaurant Swaps the Energy Corridor for Charming Sugar Land Spot
Top Chef Recap: Houston Chefs Shine in Highly Anticipated Season 19 Premiere
Dynamic Team Behind 2 Hot Houston Restaurants Serves Up New Italian Eatery
Viral British Baker Pops Up in Houston This Weekend Serving Decadent Desserts
1 hr 2 min
March 03, 2022Episode 230 - Charles Clark and Michael Hoffman of Brasserie 19
Follow Eric on Instagram and Twitter, plus check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com, such as:
Oscars of the Food World Recognize Houston Chefs and Restaurants with 12 Semifinalist Nominations
Austin-Based Butcher Shop and Burger Spot Suddenly Shutter at Houston's Newest Food Hall
Modern General Store Set to Open Second Location at Historic Houston Farmers Market
Top Chef's Big Houston Premiere Stirs Up 2 Tasty Events This Week
Ben Berg's Casual Italian Restaurant Swaps the Energy Corridor for Charming Sugar Land Spot
Fried Jambalaya Rolls, Fried Cupcakes, and More Take Top Honors at Rodeo's Carnival Food Contest
Chris Shepherd Calls Off Plans to Open a Casual Cocktail Bar in Montrose
1 hr 12 min
February 24, 2022Episode 229 - Marcus Davis of The Breakfast Klub, Reggae Hut, & Kulture
Follow Eric on Instagram and Twitter, plus check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com, such as:
Oscars of the Food World Recognize Houston Chefs and Restaurants with 12 Semifinalist Nominations
9 Houston Restaurants Earn Spots on 2022's Best List by Texas Monthly
Houston Restaurant Weeks Debuts New Charity Dining Event This Week with Lower Price Points
Cold Shiner Still Flows at Reopened Legendary Houston Dive Bar
New Movie-Themed Restaurant Dazzles Galleria with Gold Wrapped Steak
Austin-Based Butcher Shop and Burger Spot Suddenly Shutter at Houston's Newest Food Hall
Houston Favorites Lasso Top Honors at Rodeo's Best Bites Competition
Celebrity-Backed Hot Chicken Restaurant Adds Fourth Houston-Area Location
1 hr 8 min
February 17, 2022Episode 228 - Going to the Matt
Follow Eric on Instagram and Twitter, plus check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com, such as:
Prominent Houston Restaurant Company Announces Surprise Ownership Split
New Heights Café and Tea Room Blends Monica Pope's Menu with Top Local Talent
Upscale New Restaurant Paying Homage to Houston Graces the Galleria Area
9 Houston Restaurants Earn Spots on 2022's Best List by Texas Monthly
Houston Restaurant Weeks Debuts New Charity Dining Event This Week with Lower Price Points
New Upscale Korean Barbecue Restaurant from Veteran Restaurateur Sizzles in The Heights
Worldly Heights Sandwich Cafe Serves Up New Name and Baguette Favorites
Common Bond Bakes Up Sixth On-The-Go Location in Midtown Mixed-Use Development
Star Chef-Backed Asian Smokehouse Sets Opening Date for The Heights
New Movie-Themed Restaurant Dazzles Galleria with Gold Wrapped Steak
32 min

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Every week, CultureMap Editor Eric Sandler examines the Houston culinary landscape, giving you the latest news, restaurant reviews, and interviews with some of the most interesting people in the…