Amused Bouche

An episode straight from Abby’s dreams: MJ from Two Scoops Creamery smuggles a metric ton of ice cream into the studio and shares his secret to small business success.   

Cheese, glorious cheese! In the last episode of 2021, Abby and Jen have a "Gouda" time nerding all the way out with Rachel Klebaur, owner of Orrman's Cheese Shop. Along the way, they reminisce about their sensual Raclette Night experience and adopt some drool-worthy cheese-centric holiday traditions. 

Chefs Oscar Johnson & Daryl Cooper bring soul to the studio: sharing the history behind Virginia Tidewater cuisine and their own special twists that make Jimmy P's Street Shack a uniquely Charlotte concept.

In this very special Thanksgiving episode, Jen and Abby host a gathering to duke it out in Battle: Friendsgiving.

Jen and Abby eat their way through the Carolina Renaissance Festival; Abby challenges Jen to a new game: Never Have I Ever.

Kim Ballard, Flavor Lord of Your Mom’s Donuts, visits the studio to give Jen & Abby a lesson in donut math, deliver a first-taste of some autumn rotational flavors, and shout-out a few hundred incredible local eateries.

Jen and Abby recall the creative and competitive Battle: Berry and share their first review of two new restaurants located in the Hyatt Centric Hotel: IRO and Mizu.    

Vincent Chirico joins Abby & Jen to share in the magic of Idlewild, Charlotte's first no-menu custom cocktail bar. They discuss what makes Idlewild the first of its kind in the Queen City, the unique environment that Charlotte offers independent restaurateurs, and a drink so good that it made Abby (nearly) cry.  

Ever wonder what it’s like in the moment at one of Jen & Abby’s food battles? This batch comes to you live from inside battle headquarters (aka Jen’s kitchen) so you can experience the food fight in real time. Plus, Abby invents a new game and puts Jen’s tastebuds to the test in Grocery Store Roulette.

Jacob joins Jen and Abby in the studio for a special bourbon tasting with Thomas Thacker of Southern Grace Distilleries. Between sips the ladies learn about the art and science of distilling whiskey... and why Southern Grace does it best in an old prison.

This one's for the birds. Abby over-extends herself once again in a food battle, callers share their food mantras, and Jen highlights her experience at the Crave CLT food & drink festival.

Chef Chase Sobelman joins Jen & Abby for their first virtual interview. They discuss boys, the challenges of designing nutritious and delicious school lunches, and the delicate intersection of culture and authenticity. 

Jen and Abby reflect on the highs and lows of Food Battle: Nuts, share some local Yelp reviews, and take calls from listeners about their signature dish. Follow us on Instagram @amused.bouche.pod or email us: amusedbouchepod@gmail.com

Talk about working your way to the top. Rob Clement of @meshugganah joins Amused Bouche to share his origin story, make waves in the restaurant industry, hype the new brick & mortar location, and share verbal diarrhea about underrated vegetables.

Jen and Abby recount their Halloween Food Battle: Squash, argue about movie theater candy, and take calls from listeners. Follow us on Instagram @amused.bouche.pod or email us: amusedbouchepod@gmail.com

Jen and Abby interview local Charlotte restaurant owner, Bryan Li, about his newest Blakeney concept: Open Rice.

Food-obsessed friends Jen and Abby embark on a new venture: podcasting. They share their pandemic experiences competing in Iron Chef-style food battles, sharing Yelp reviews, and culinary hot-takes.