Nashville Restaurant Radio

In this rewind from June 16, 2020, Layla tells her story, and it is an awesome story! While we were talking I think the majority of my comments are either wow! or really? She went from busking on 2nd ave to Owning a major Honkey Tonk on Broadway, and the way it happened is simply amazing. She is the only independently owned, FEMALE Owned Honkey Tonk on the strip. This is one of those people who I...

Our Co-Host on the Podcast and her husband own a restaurant, and today they join the show with their partner Michael Kaplan to talk about their recent filming for Diners, Drive-in's, and Dives. We also just goof off and have some fun. Please go watch the video on our YouTube Channel.  This episode sponsored by Complete Health Partners, Supersource, What Chef's Want, and Sitex. To Donate to th...

Here is our 4th webinar recording: “Social Media Best Practices for Hospitality” that took place on Aug. 24. The free webinar featured advice and insights from Les Dames Nashville members and savvy digital experts, including Crystal De Luna-Bogan , Chef/Owner of The Grilled Cheeserie; Jennifer Sheets , Co-Owner of Frothy Monkey, and Tabitha Ong Tune , Chief Tactician & Owner of A la Mode Media...

The Roundup is Back!! Today we talk with Julio Hernandez of Maiz DLV, Ben Powell from Fable, Keshia Hay from Sip N Bite Catering, Mary Pillow Thompson from fohandboh.com, and Tavarus Taylor from Sitex. We talk about Pop ups, The Giving Kitchen, Hiring advise, New restaurant, the best bars, Black owned spotlight with Sip N Bite Catering, and so much more!!

Ben Powell joins the podcast today to talk about his restaurant/bar Fable Lounge. Ben is somewhat new to Nashville, and we get to talk about all the ins and outs of the business, he even gives us a tour! He is certainly a unique gentleman, and we are honored to share this interview with you today! This episode is sponsored by Sitex, Neat Mixology, Charpiers, and Complete Health Partners.

This episode is from May 20, 2020. We were in the think of quarantine, restaurants had JUST opened up, the mayor was proposing a crazy tax increase, people were divided right down the middle, and I had this interview with Tom Morales. When we finished the interview, I called my Dad who was helping with some editing and I said, "I'm going to need you to edit this one, we just touched on so much my...

Three of the key players at the Eastside Bowl join the show today to talk about what it is and what it isn't. (Spoiler alert, it's everything) WE reminisce, and talk about what brought Chark out of retirement, and why does Cribb look so damn happy? Video available on YouTube. This episode is sponsored by Charpiers Bakery, Trust 20, Neat Mixology, and Complete Health Partners.

Our Wednesday rewind is from April 21, 2020, and Chef Andy Little. I was just getting my feet wet in this whole podcasting thing, and he agreed to come on the show. I was a little nervous as he is a James Beard nominee, and I really didn't know him very well. I think it was absolutely one of my favorite episodes, and definitely one of the most referenced episodes I have ever had. So enjoy this tri...

Learn all about how this trio wound up together in Texas, and fate brought them to Nashville to start Tootsie Lou's Tacos. They are popping up all over Nashville over the next month before opening their spot at East Nashville's "The Wash".  This episode is sponsored by Neat Mixology, Supersource, Sitex, and What Chefs Want. 

Featuring Nathan Gifford, @nashvillefoodfan, @the_moody_foody, @wickedtasty, and @nashvillehousemom In this episode we talk about some of the best places to eat in Nashville through the eyes of some of the biggest social media influencers. This episode is brought to you by Sitex, Supersource, What Chef's Want, Neat Mixology, and Charpiers Bakery

Ben Norton has been in Nashville for two months. Fresh off a move from Charleston to helm the kitchen at Husk. Ben says the transition has been easy as he loves the city and already had friends here. Not surprising to anyone, the culinary community has welcomed the former Chef at McCrady's. Ben grew up in Atlanta, where he learned to cook with Southern ingredients, which is what you will get to en...

Tyler Cauble is a man of many talents, real estate developed, investor, podcast host, and lover of restaurants. In this episode we talk about his newest venture, The Wash. The Wash is an old vacant car wash that he has fashioned into 5 micro- restaurants. You will see East Side Banh Mi has a location in it called ESP, Tootsie Lou's Taco's, Two Peruvian Brothers, and Soy Cubano. They will also have...

Sam Sanchez is the namesake behind the Sam's Sport's bars and Sam's Place, he is also half owner of the Sperry's in Cool Spring's. He has locations in Alabama as well as on Old Hickory Lake. Sam talks about his story, how he became the Owner of these restaurants with his partner Al Thomas. He also tells many stories about his time owning Sam's in the Village, Bellevue and more.  The Audio is...

Marshall and BJ talk about their new Chicken Sandwich and why they think its the best chicken sandwich in the world. You simply must listen in to find out why. This is somewhat of a departure from our local brand, but BJ is local, and I try to stir up some controversy toward the end. This episode starts off with an on brand from our good friends at Sitex. Episode sponsored by Sitex, Supersource, T...

This episode starts off with an on brand from What Chefs Want. Alex Wendkos talks with Brandon and Jen about why she decided to preserve Dino's in East Nashville. She also talks about how she got there, and why she thinks a Nashville restaurant has a toxic environment. She also talks about the time when Anthony Bourdain stopped in, and Justin Bieber. This episode is sponsored by What Chefs Want, C...

In hour number two we discuss foods we would never eat, and the most embarrassing moments at work. Nathan Gifford of Gifford's Bacon joins the show to tell some stories, and he does not disappoint. Neat Mixology threw out a pair of front row tickets to a Sounds game to the best comment.  Next episode of Talking Shift will be August 29th. We hope to see you there.. Caution Explicit Language an...

We have all seen the Rosepepper sign, we love it, and we share it across all the socials. Today, we speak to the woman behind them. She is also the original Owner's Daughter, and from what we can tell, a total badass. Listen in as Brandon and Jen have an in depth conversation with the Owner of The Rosepepper.  This episode is brought to you by Sitex, Complete Health partners, What Chef's Want...

Bethany is the GM and Zach hosts their podcast, "So You Think You Want To Run a Podcast?" In this episode we talk about all the tech trends RIGHT NOW. The last 20 minutes are especially interesting as we discuss dynamic pricing, and I want to hear your take. Let us know on the socials.  This episode is brought to you by Spot On, What Chef's Want, Supersource, Sitex, Neat Mixology and Charpier...

Go see Punk Wok tonight at the Honeytree Meadery, or wait until August when they have a brick and morter opening in Sylvan Supply. Due to poor audio this is the second half of the interview, watch the first half on our YouTube page, or on Facebook. ADULT LANGUAGE ALERT!!! This episode is brought to you by Charpiers Bakery, What Chef's Want, and Sitex.

Brian and Leina are not brand new to Nashville, but they might be brand new to you. These California transplants are taking residence at the Patterson House on Sunday and Monday nights to sling what they are calling "Japanese BBQ" really because they didn't know what else to call it. In this interview Brandon and Jen talk about their beginnings, their relationship, and what you can expect from Kis...

First installment of our new podcast Talking Shift! This was a dream of mine since I was 20 years old and driving back and forth from Murfreesboro wishing I had something like this to listen to. The first hour is great, serious, fun restaurant talk. The second hour we go off the rails a little bit, but I'm hoping that's what the great part is. Join us for episode 2, live on Sunday August 1, at 9pm...

Edible Nashville is a local magazine that focuses on local restaurants, farms, and other local businesses. Jill Melton is the editor, and she joined us to talk about their annual restaurant issue. We really liked how they took time to focus on all the calamity, and pop up fever that grabbed ahold of the city during the pandemic. They really nailed that the only thing that's constant in the restaur...

This is the first episode with our new Co-Host Jen Ichikawa! Welcome Jen, honored to have you on the show! Jordan Williams is the Owner of WEC Nashville and Neat Mixology. He has found a pretty good solution for your labor shortage at the bar, or he has an amazing compliment to your Bar Manager. If you are in the industry, you will want to listen to this episode. This is a true behind the scenes v...

I have recorded 175 episodes of Nashville Restaurant Radio in the past 16 months. I have had some pretty awesome co hosts on the show when we were doing the Music City Roundup. (Hey, it's coming back!!) Today I am going to introduce you to a new Co-Host, Jen Ichikawa. I like to look back on interviews and think about anything that could have made them better, and think some of our best shows were...

Jennifer Justice interviews Bailey Spaulding, CEO and Co- Founder of Jackalope Brewery, Carey Aron, Owner of the Pasta Shop, and Cordia Harrington, Owner of Crown Bakeries.  The women talk about their best advice given, what they were doing as they transitioned into Ownership, and what you should be doing right now if you want to start your own business.  This episode is brought to you b...