NC F&B Podcast

Southern Season was a "Mecca" of all fine Southern culinary goods and it was located in Chapel Hill, NC. A Southern Season had the best wine, an impeccable chocolate selection, the finest crafted cooking tools, the pinnacle of all culinary retail, until it couldn't. Unfortunately, it was impossible in this day and age to maintain the success of this large brick and mortar retail shop (also the res...

Once David started working in a restaurant he knew that was his path. Highschool became an afterthought and the pursuit of culinary excellence went through Puglia, Italy, New Jersey and thankfully for us North Carolinians ended in Durham ! Listen to the amazing path/adventure "Flip" went on to achieve Culinary excellence!     Support our Sponsors: The official Vodka of the NC F&B Podcast: BLUE SHA...

Time to make the Donuts 🍩 with brothers Saro and David Vay of Red Donuts in Lexington, NC! These Southeast Asian brothers have been in the doughnut biz for 5+ years, whipping out their own unique kind of California-style doughnuts with a Lexington flavor. The name of the shop stems from the business that previously occupied the space, The Red Pig (a BBQ spot)—plus, red's their favorite color. Lea...

The Saleh family has been providing authentic Mediterranean experiences in North Carolina since 1977! Simone Saleh shares the family secrets of bringing the bounties of Lebanon to the Triangle of North Carolina. Hummus, Falafel, Tahini and more, this episode will make you hungry. Grab a piece of pita and fill it up.   Support our Sponsors: The official Vodka of the NC F&B Podcast: BLUE SHARK VODKA...

The guys sat down with Sheri Castle , TV's budding new star on PBS' The Key Ingredient. Here's what they learned; What you eat is who you are? Who is on Sheri's show? Cheeti Kumar , Joe Kwon , Meherwan Irwani , just to name a few. Why, because a food show should be useful. Sheri is a living legend, tune into the episode and you will know. Support our Sponsors: The official Vodka of the NC F&B Podc...

Joe Parker decided that being a dentist was not impactful enough as being a gluten free baker. Here is what Matt and Max learned from him. When you have gluten allergy and you can feel alienated. Why most gluten free baked goods taste "gluten free." What is the gluten free eyeroll & what is truly vegan? Where does JP make his delicious pastries. Why multiple flours makes delicious pasty How Joe ma...

Christy & Matt Griffith are using their gifts & talents to make not only downtown Holly Springs, but the world a better place! Messy sandwiches, infused tea cocktails set in a refurbished 19th century landmark house. Need I say more? Matt and Christy exude craft and hospitality at the Pimiento Tea Room, Check it out!  Come to their Curesearch for children's cancer dinner on this Monday night 9/27...

Max & Matt are back in Lexington, NC and learning the inns, outs and all about Cider. What: One of the original fermented beverages, Cider made locally and craftily in North Carolina! Where: Bull City Ciderworks newish production facility in the depot district of Lexington, NC When: John Clowney realized Angry Orchard and Woodchuck were only making sweet, mass produced ciders. Bull City Ciderworks...

Inez Rubistello put pen to paper to chronicle her amazing ascend to the literal top of the wine world and the terror that tried to derail it. Who: Inez Rubistello- Sommelier extraordinaire, friend of Domaine Dujac , creator of Tarboro Brewing Company and owner of On The Square restaurant. When: The events around 9.11.01 Why: Journaling is a key for many wildly successful people What: Inez wrote a...

Surviving fires and a pandemic, Ashlee & Brent Moore persevere to make delicious beer, "dream their dreams" and create a community. Why: Because after great BBQ, you need some beer to wash it down. What: A brewery that is also a community center. Who: owners Brent and Ashlee Moore wanted to bring a unique experience and delicious craft beer to their hometown. In the process they found kindred spir...

Our dear friend Crystal Harris (who you might know as @mamassalsa !) finally joins us on the pod for an amazing convo about all things salsa! Crystal has been making salsa practically her whole life—growing up in a Mexican household she'd watch her mom and grandma make salsa—and got her big break after selling her own at a church event, where it was a hit. She talks to us about how Mama's Salsa ha...

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The gents go on the road to one of the "Mecca's" of BBQ, Lexington, NC. Their first stop was at Lexington BBQ AKA Monks. Here's what they learned; What makes Lexington BBQ different than Eastern NC and Texas. Why pork shoulder became the meat of choice Who are the major players in the Lexington BBQ game. When to take your meat off the smoker. How many pounds of pork get cooked per day? When you le...

How do we define a craft brewery, a micro brewery or a nano-brewery? "When you put beer in a can, it changes the entire game." Who is behind the brand of Carolina Brewery What is an IBU in beer making? Where do you make the distinction between an ale and a lager?     Support our Sponsors: The official Vodka of the NC F&B Podcast: BLUE SHARK VODKA , all the taste without the bite! SPOT ON  Tech tha...

Bob Peters hates rules. So do we, as many of you probably already know. On this episode, the ~verified~ bartender (and former guest of the pod!) joins us to bust some myths around bartending and give us the scoop on what he's been up to since the pandemic, including his very own online cocktail classes (go to cocktailclass.com for those) and making drinks for our recent Sidedoor Speakeasy event at...

This episode features some underground food concepts you may  not heard of yet… but are most definitely going to want to check out. Introducing @winnerwinnerramendinner ,  @12pawsicecream  and  @_919_secret_sauce_ ! These delicious concepts don't have a brick-and-mortar (yet), but rather their food is only available through Instagram DM (think of it like a drug deal for ramen, pizza and ice cream?...

Get it on, got to get it on, no choice but to get it on, mandate... GET IT ON! Yes that's right the Ace Man- Adam Carolla met the guys for an epic lunch at Jake Wood's Lawrence BBQ in Boxyard RTP . Adam was joined by Mike August & Chris Laxamana . Max and Matt also asked Lee Katrincic of Durham distillery to join. Lee brought a pony keg filled with a cocktail of American Dry gin and fresh watermel...

Have you really thought about the business of farming? Cape Fear Credit Farm Credit finances farmers to improve rural and agricultural lifestyles. Here's what the guys learned; Why it's so important to buy local and how it stimulates the neighborhood you live in. How can small farmers band together to improve the greater good. Where your food comes from is extremely important When farmers are able...

Matt & Max got off their asses and out from behind their microphones to stage a momentous event. What happened at Bubbles & Brisket? 18 Sparkling wines and champagne from around the world 17 Tents 7 bad ass chefs/pit masters cooking up their unique take on Brisket 2 Magical musicians in George Hage & Thomas Anderson 2 Of Santa's helpers 1 Monsoon & 1 Master Sommelier - Max Kast   Live & recorded m...

This is a Tell all book in the best way possible. It's not just about the behind the scenes in the service industry, it's in the trenches of the service industry. Here's what Max and Matt learned; How a really good author pieces a story together. When to take the next step in your life. What it's like to wanna' f*&K your co-worker. Why you get into the restaurant industry.   Support our Sponsors:...

You want to know about tacos? We will fill your tortilla in this episode. Chef David Peraza-Arce tells Max and Matt why everything fits in a tortilla. Max and Matt also learned: Who knows what a truly authentic Mexican Taco is Why Birria Tacos are so on trend? How to eat a Cabeza Taco? What is a Lengua Taco     Join us for Bubbles & Brisket  a collaboration of chefs, pit-masters, wine producers an...

We've got chef @kimfloresca  of  @goopkitchen  on the pod (yes THAT  @goop with Gwyneth )! Goop Kitchen is a clean delivery service based in LA that serves delish bowls, salads, soups, summer rolls and other healthy eats—and Max got the chance to meet Kim in person and try out a ton of things from the menu on a trip to California a couple weeks ago! Kim came into the position as Goop Kitchen's che...

Brandon McCraney is a man of action. After a career in the Airforce, a successful corporate career, an engineering degree and 2 master's degree (one of those from Harvard by the way) Brandon decided he was ready for something else. He was ready to build a local sustainable distillery. Here's what the boys learned when they sat down with Brandon; The art of blending whiskey? How a distillery can re...

The guys sat down with Chef and Sommelier Doreen Colondres of Vitis House . Oh, you are wondering how you can become both a chef and a Sommelier? Listen in and find out. Here's what else they learned; How honey can make crispy yet healthy chicken wings. What is Lechon Why Max is the Jason Bourne of food service How to make your favorite dishes healthy? When to expand your palate? Who wrote The kit...

Gina Stephens is the Publisher and creator of Raleigh Magazine . Gina sat down with Max and Matt to discuss; What does journalistic integrity mean today? Where can I get the best chicken sandwich in Raleigh? Why did Raleigh need it's own magazine? How does it feel to go on a sting operation? Who is Sarah Weiss' biggest fan?     Join us for Bubbles & Brisket  a collaboration of chefs, pit-masters,...