NC F&B Podcast

 Raleigh is up in smoke!  Esquites (Mexican street corn) on the side of a classic double patty burger done on a flat top with American cheese and dill pickles all on a potato bun. Hungry yet? I haven't even talked about BBQ yet. Adam Cunningham and Marc Russel are fusing Eastern North Carolina, Texas and Kansas City BBQ's all in one. As if melding different BBQ cultures wasn't enough, these mad-bb...

Weed, marijuana, CBD Oils, vapes, hemp. What is the deal with all these cannabis based products?  Nick Sagan of Flat River Infusions shares the knowledge of all things cannabis. We discuss the evolution of cannabis into the wellness realm. If you are wondering what are the legal ramifications of CBD and THC, we cover that, so find out what's legal, medicine, and recreational. Warning, this show wi...

How do I get Ice cream into my liquor? Or," I'm done eating, I want something sweet, I want one more drink, I don't have any after dinner drinks," Proof Ice Cream solves all your first world problems! Listen into the CEO and former Gamecock's basketball star Jen Randall Collins tell her story of creating this wonderful Ice Cream that will solve all the worlds problems! Bonus time- we also chat wit...

"I took braised short rib, added pork belly, fried it and added mashed potatoes!" That dish was the decadent side of Chef Daniel Schurr, but what makes him genuine is his Class, precision and dedication to making his restaurant the the best place you can dine. Chef Daniel doesn't need to be known, but he wants you to experience his restaurant. We discuss the "why" of fine dining, the strategy of a...

For years anybody who owned land or a restaurant or a bar in Raleigh wanted to get their hands on the space atop Boylan Street . Chris Borresson (aka Cap'n Redbeard, aka Magic maker) and his wife Sara Abernethy were not in Raleigh and did not seek this potential pot of gold that sat atop the Boylan Bridge . However, because they did not seek it, much like the Sorcerer's Stone , they were awarded i...

In this episode we learn about  sneaking booze into Iraq, banana curry cocktails and why Whistle Pig 15yr and Old Weller Antique 107 are floating Mike Stojic and Maleah Christie's boat. We get into some heavy vetting... of cocktails that is. We also eat booze filled ice cream and discuss why Johnson County and specifically Clayton, NC are rad! _________________________________________________ **Ex...

Whether 'tis nobler in the mind to suffer the slings and arrows of outrageous fortune (I.E. State controlled liquor) or to take arms against a sea of troubles. And, by opposing them, we go down the the arduous road of privatization. This is the conundrum, it is not all roses with a free market, there will be growing pains, but there will also be great gains. In the meantime house bill 971 & senate...

We shake up the format of the show from the get-go with a live, impromptu theme-song with musicians George Hage and Mike Rosado of the Pencil Pushers Podcast . ( http://pencilpusherspodcast.libsyn.com ) Then the show gets deep into California wine with winemaker Jennifer Reichardt of Raft Wines ( https://drink.raft.wine ) and, filling in for Matt Weiss, friend of the show, Swarup Bandyopadhyay. Li...

Gabe Barker is the offspring of culinary royalty, JBF Award winners Karen and Ben Barker . Hear how Gabe created a farm to table "neapolitan style" pizza. Pizza with a thin crust but a New York chew. Chef Gabe has taken advantage of his roots to become a chef with a 360 degree of his food and his business. Everything inside of Pizzeria Mercato is meticulously considered, from the bread to the gues...

While the Women's FIFA World Cup is taking place in France 3 of France's top Female Winemakers from  @vintage59imports  joined us in studio in Raleigh. Francoise Le Calvez of Coupe Roses in Minervois , Francoise Ollier of Ollier-Taillefer in Faugeres and Melanie Pfister of Domaine Pfister in Alsace. In honor of national women's month, we talk about how female winemakers are perceived in France and...

Women in crisis now have a road map to success. Carroll's Kitchen in downtown Raleigh is a top lunch destination, what many who patronize the cafe don't realize about it, is the fact that it is not just a restaurant. Carroll's Kitchen is a non-profit cafe that employs women in crisis, whether these women went through incarceration, addiction, domestic violence or something else horrific, a job at...

 We sit down with James Beard Nominee chef Oscar Diaz and the owner of the Cortez Raleigh , Charlie Ibarra . Oscar tells the story of sneaking back into Mexico on a research trip. Chef Oscar's story symbolizes both his and Charlie's mission of fusing the flavors and culture of Mexico with the produce and bounty of North Carolina. We explore the rise and quality evolution of the Mexican restaurant...

This might be the most important episode ever. Make more money, make food taste better, oh and save the world. If 10% more of the worlds farms would practice regenerative agriculture , it literally would save the world. This episode explores the evolution of American farming and why the industry has become so problematic. This pod is for the history books and the history buffs. We discuss everythi...

 Here's why you want to listen to this episode; You will find out how to become an effective leader and also learn the following: Learn about the potato salad divide How you should choose mayonnaise How to easily make the most delicious Mexican corn that has ever graced your lips. How to become an executive chef. Why you can effect social change as a chef. Do you need any more reasons?  Ok here is...

 Foundation Bar is the epicenter of North Carolina Cocktail culture! All domestic and all delicious. Architecture and cocktails that are meticulously organized and functional. This is your cocktail bar, your whiskey bar or your wine bar, whatever you want it to be.   We celebrate with the owners of Foundation Will Alphin & Vincent Whitehurst. Their "show runners" Garrett Waddell & Kyle Hankin also...

 Why are you not drinking Cider? Do you think Cider is a "sweet, wussy" drink? Cider is craft, Cider is regional, Cider is fascinating! Cider is so good, we had to delve back into a second episode with Mattie Beason to find out why he thought Stem Ciders was so delicious that he needed to bring them to NC.  Stem Ciders is coming to NC in a big way, not only with distribution but with a dynamic bot...

It's as if you were there, at Thrive NC with Max and Matt as they provide full access to everything.  The Summit: "150 community leaders will explore unique solutions to food insecurity from across the country, engage in meaningful conversations about the state of food insecurity in North Carolina, and identify tangible next steps." to the Festival: "The two-day festival celebrates North Carolina'...

Nick and Rochelle Johnson have authored the fairytale, how you transition creative to corporate and have a successful marriage! Nick is a wild-man, he went from acupuncture in India and Australia to sailing a boat to Cuba and finally coming home to Durham to regenerate homes and neighborhoods. Rochelle provides the fortress of solitude where the ideas can rest and evolve in order to be effectively...

Hooray! Our state's driving force in the culinary industry was recognized as the Outstanding Chef of the Year by the James Beard Foundation for 2019.  Ashley's contributions to our state's food culture are unparalleled. We say thank you for the hard work and vision you have brought our state.  Watch: https://video.twimg.com/amplify_video/1125584680726798337/pl/XvTKn7SmP-19sXLh.m3u8?tag=13&descendi...

  Hop on the Faulisi magic carpet from Pittsburgh to Cary to NYC to Miami, back to NYC, then to Durham, and finally to Cary, it's a wild one. Between working for the likes of Andrew Carmellini , Joe's Pub, the W Hotel Miami and A ndrea Reusing , Zach and Amber Faulisi formulated their dreams of opening an authentic Neopolitan pizza restaurant.  What do you do during the day while you are running a...

Christensen and Howard Bring All-Star Talent to Thrive NC Demo Stage Chefs from across the state bring diverse their talent and stories to the stage Ashley Christensen and Vivian Howard have announced their star-studded chef demo lineup for May 9 and 10 at Thrive NC presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) at City Market in Downtown Raleigh. Thrive NC is a two day...

We celebrate N orth Carolina Beer Month with creator of Glass Jug. The Glass Jug is not just a brewery or a tap room, Chris and Katy Creech  are pioneers in the local craft beer movement. Chris and Katy were at the forefront of pushing across house bill 829 , which enhances the flavor, freshness and accessibility of your growlers.  This episode is like a juicy IPA, we talk local hops, pressure fil...

Imagine all the great family recipes in the world not being written down or shared with others. The extinction of great food recipes, was a gap in evolution that Anna Francese Gass needed to fill. After getting advice and guidance from the likes of Martha Stewart , Anna went to work. Anna traveled across the country to cook with immigrant grandmothers who had a reputation for making delicious and...

Fair warning, this episode can be difficult to listen to at times.  Michael and Sarah Thor were on the cusp of realizing their dreams when all of the sudden Michael suffered a horrific motorcycle accident.  Michael is now in a wheelchair with C2 spinal cord injury and Sarah is his main caregiver. The Thor's nonetheless consider themselves lucky! Michael is a chef who is thankful for having regaine...

Whiskey Kitchen was not going to fail. This is the story of how co-creator Jeff Mickel carried out Michael Thor's vision for Whiskey Kitchen. Also, hear about the first time Michael came back to see the spot he had dreamed of and meet the team. Let's talk a little whiskey also!        GET TICKETS TO " Hey Neighbor " in Cary for April 29th - heyneighbor.eventbrite.com http://forrestfirm.com  Forres...