Restaurant Hoppen

A trip to Hawaii led to a roadside shrimp stand which led to opening a food truck and then a full-service restaurant. The story behind The Rude Shrimp Co. is wild as the food is delicious! Hear how TJ, his wife, Lisa, and their friends have made an idea explode into one of Omaha's coolest restaurants in just a few years. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppe...

Katina Talley moved out of a lucrative career to do what she loved: bake! Ever since she opened Sweet Magnolia's in 2016, Omahans have greatly benefited from that decision. Learn how difficult the move was, how she survived the first year, the differences between sweet and savory baking, and so much more! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! Sponsored by ...

A former chef and kitchen manager, Gary nearly had his life destroyed by alcohol and addiction. But then he found the Open Door Mission, where he rediscovered his faith, began working in the kitchen, and now runs the food program. You can't miss this incredible story of redemption, faith, and, of course, food! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! Sponsore...

This man is ubiquitous in the Omaha food scene, so we have a lot of topics to hit on! We talk the future of B&G, brunch at the Flatiron, pop-ups, and an amazing partnership Nick has created between elite Omaha Chefs and the Siena Francis House. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HO...

Bacon. Ham. Ribs. Who doesn't love pork? The owner of one of Nebraska's most respected pork producers discusses how he turned a part-time side hustle into a full-blown pork operation that supplies some of Nebraska's best restaurants and thrills customers with whole hog sales.  Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit...

There's nothing quite like Chicago Dog 42 in Omaha, from its delicious, Windy City-inspired dishes to the wild story that led its owners to Omaha to open their first restaurant. This is a tale you have to hear, and some dogs you gotta try! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN,...

Wanna learn how to pair food with wine? Or delve into the differences between old world and new world wines? Nicola (the owner of Nicola Biscardo Selections) and Nick Strawhecker (the owner of Dante) engage in a wide-ranging conversation about the connections between the worlds of food and wine.   Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also...

We take a trip through Michael's winding career to learn about all aspects of the hospitality industry, including opening a restaurant, teaching at culinary school, working for hotels and country clubs, and more! Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! A Hurrdat...

Le Voltaire's new owner is using food and service to tell history—both his and that of his native country, Haiti—in a unique and eye-opening ways. Hear Wilson's unique journey from Haitian childhood to becoming a New York chef to moving to Omaha to finally achieving his dream of owning a restaurant, along with some of the most valuable lessons he learned along the way. Follow, rate, and review my...

When he couldn't find Latin vegan food anywhere in Omaha, René decided to make it himself. Hear the story about how Little Ve's evolved from René selling out of his home kitchen to becoming a popular vegan pop-up even hardcore carnivores crave. Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my bl...

Joel Marsh fell in love with NY-style pizza, pastrami, and bagels that the Omaha native had to recreate them for himself at home. Listen to him tell the story between the beginning of that passion and how it spurred him to open his two restaurants. Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND m...

What makes Mexican food authentic? Let's ask a native of Mexico City who's bringing amazing Mexican cuisine to Omaha! The owners of El Alambre talk about their cheesy signature dish, the importance of salsa in Mexican cuisine, the long, hard, rewarding path that led them to owning two restaurants, and more! Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an epi...

The owner of the Wonton Jon's food truck is raw and real. He honestly describes the joys and struggles that come from working in the restaurant industry and, in particular, the food truck world. In this episode, you'll learn what it's really like to own and work in a food truck, execute a brunch service, and more. Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss...

In just a few years, The Bubbly Tart arose from an idea in Schroeder's mind to a brick-and-mortar establishment serving some of Omaha's best confections. Hear about that story, "trash cakes", the importance of finding the right help with a start-up, and more! Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Insta...

Few menu in America know more about the art of salumi and cured meats than Tony Incontro. His knowledge and passion for charcuterie and sausage are unmatched, and his career and experiences provide a fascinating view into this unique craft. Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog R...

In a wide-ranging interview, two of The Boiler Room’s best cooks discuss the process of starting their own business, operating pop-ups, how rare it is to find a restaurant that offers the creative freedom The Boiler Room does, and more. Plus, plenty of fun stories! Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, ...

The owners of Omaha's hot Indian restaurant discuss how to get diners to expand their boundaries and try new things, what makes Indian cuisine (and that of Kerala specifically) so special, and the difficulties of serving dine-in and to-go customers at once. Plus, they two foodies name some of their favorite places to chow down at on their day off! Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you g...

Lincoln isn't viewed as a dining destination, but the team at Casa Bovina is working hard to change that. Chefs Zach and Todd bring their experience from Michelin-starred restaurants to create versatile, creative menu, while Jordan has become a master at the front of house in addition to running the pasta program. Together, they create a restaurant the likes of which Nebraska has not yet seen. Fol...

A lifelong restaurant veteran, John discusses what he's learned along the various stops in his career, including stints at V. Mertz, The Grey Plume, Baela Rose, and Avoli. His insights provide a unique window for diners to understand what restaurant life is really like. Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twit...

The co-owners of one of Omaha's most beloved ice cream parlors talk about why their ice cream is different than any in the city, how they come up with their wacky specialty flavors, the process of moving from employees to owners, and more! Cool off from the summer heat with this great conversation! A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company...

Yeak Sauce's Cambodian roots make it truly unlike any hot sauce I've ever tried. On this episode, its Omaha distributors talk about what makes the sauce so unique and how food is people's great connector. A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our o...

One of the most talented pastry chefs in the state, Lindy describes the different elements that go into making a great dessert, the path that led her to pastry, balancing multiple jobs at once, and more! If you're at all a fan of sweet confections, this episode is for you! Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, T...

The CEO and Chairman of Omaha Steaks stops by to talk about how the company has evolved into an international powerhouse, its greatest advantage over its competitors, the biggest misconceptions about Omaha Steaks, and more! A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and lea...

No one has more stories than Matt, Piezon's owner, and he's always willing to share. Hear about the ways he mentors and grows employees, how the "Perfect on Purpose" mantra drives his restaurant, why cheese pizza defines restaurant pizza, and more! Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND m...

The chef de cuisine at Le Bouillon pulls back the curtain on kitchen life, the insane balance of protein cookery (just wait 'til you hear how he processes it), what diners don't understand about restaurants, and more! Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! A Hur...