Syd

The Seattle Restaurant Podcast

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Syd Suntha (Kottu, Pop Pop, Goosesuit) chats with local chefs and restauranteurs about the Seattle dining scene, issues in the industry, and awesome restaurants around town. New episodes every week!

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"Extrudie B" with Fabio of Galileo's Pizza and Alex and Brett of Cafe Lolo 02.06.2026 1:04:16

Hi! It's been a while. How's your mom? We missed you so much. We'll be doing episodes every 1-2 months because we are both busy opening restaurants and taking naps. Thank you so much for listening. Kottu is everywhere this summer. Bar Dojo Seattle opening soon. Be kind to each other.

Ep. 97 "Flying with a Chickencetta" with Pizza by Ruffin` 30.03.2026 48:13

A pizza themed episode! Thank you all for the kind words and messages. We missed you too! See you next month. Syd + Shu

"Foie Gras makes me horny" with Cody and Andrea Westerfield 02.02.2026 58:54

GOOSESUIT. 2/14 + 2/15 3 Course Farm to Table Menu. Details soon!

"Zipper Merging and Sweet Berry Wine" with Joe Sundberg of Rupee Bar and Dave Lichterman of Windy City Pie 27.01.2026 1:07:40

GOOSESUIT is coming back for Valentine's Day! Affordable 3 Course Dinner off the Cart! 2/14 Channel Marker Cider 2/15 Fremont Market

"I've never smoked crack, but I've seen some crackheads!" with Sean Sylve of Po Boy and Tings, Erika White of Fat's, and Albert Edmonds of Seattle Edge 12.01.2026 1:04:54

I love episodes where the guests know each other before we start recording. This was a real fun episode to record. Shout out to Albert Edmonds for filling in as co host!

Ep 93 "Where the Black People?" With Tina Fahnbulleh of Gold Coast Ghal Kitchen and Jeanny Rhee of Made in House 15.12.2025 54:32

12/25 Christmas Night! "It's Always Christmas at Last Call" An "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" Themed pop up Food by Syd and Demond. Drinks by Last Call. Tattoos by G302. Secret Santa at 9pm.

"I've done a terrible job as a father" with Quyen Phan of Anchovies and Salt and Bo Tarantine of La Marea 24.11.2025 1:05:02

Quyen returns to the podcast to talk about a secret project he's been working on that is going to benefit all of us. Bo tells the story of moving to Seattle with no connections and getting La Marea off the ground. Syd brings in a very famous guests to fill Shu's shoes this week.

"The Goatiness did not hit" with Emily and Heather of The Pastry Project and Nicole of Butter Half 10.11.2025 51:38

A pastry themed episode! Really great chatting with some folks that have very unique buisness models.

"Artistic Delusion" with Lupe Flores of Situ Tacos and Daniel Matson of The Hometeam 27.10.2025 1:02:49

No one is safe in this episode including: Woodinvile Culinary School Every restaurant fall of troy People who can't eat onions Members of the hometeam Capitalism

"A mob of furries swarming the place" With Zack and Kali from Max Eat 'N Three 20.10.2025 54:50

Was lovely meeting these fine southern folks who just opened up 3 months ago and making waves with their home style cooking and friendly service. Listen now to hear the story of how Zack and Kali opened up their spot! Plus Shu eats Dim Sum and Syd goes to vindictive wings. Shocking.

"Believe in the Bread" with Kirin Chun and Luca Sacchetti of Fortuna Bottega and Lily Wu of Happy Crab and Xi'an Noodles 29.09.2025 58:41

Chef Lily shares her inspiring story of risking it all. The Fortuna boys talk about why keeping it simple is the best way to make a sandwich shine.

"Illegal Catering" with Kyle Marty of Flyin' Taco and Rey and Osiel Gastelum of Tacos Cometa 23.09.2025 1:06:08

This is what the podcast is all about. I had Tacos Cometa last night in Fremont and the food blew me away. I just had to get these guys in the studio to find out what they are about. Turns out there is a good reason they cook tacos like Michelin star chefs. It was also great meeting Kyle who was able to move from food truck to brick and mortar from the support of community.

"Really Awesome Nu-Metal" with Shaun McCrain and Jill Kinney of COPINE 06.08.2025 48:24

Thanks for all the positive reviews! So happy to have Copine back in the studio to give us an update on the last couple years and where they are headed next! Thanks for taking time to come chop it up with us on your day off Chefs! Theme Music by The Maya Experience.

The (anti) Cheese Cake Factory with Jen Barnes of Rough and Tumble and Tommy Patrick of The Ballard Cut 16.07.2025 1:09:53

We are back baby! Thank you for your patience while I took a little break. This was such a great episode. Both guests were inspiring and I learned a lot today. I hope you'll give it a listen! Thank you for all the support and kind words. It means the world to me! Also welcome our new Co-Host, Shuburt Ho Also new theme song by THE MAYA EXPERIENCE

"The Pursuit of Cheese" with Cafe Munir, Street Cheese and Preservation Meats 31.03.2025 57:17

ok ok ok, I'll do another curry burrito pop up. listen for deets!

"Ready to Rave" with Logan Cox of Restaurant Homer, Suli of Cafe Suliman, Bryan Jarr of JarrBar 24.03.2025 1:03:17

SAVE THE AMAZING INSTITUTION AND GATHERING PLACE KNOWN AS JARR BAR. https://www.gofundme.com/f/save-jarrbar-the-best-little-bar-needs-big-help

"We're getting fat because we're drinking ship oil" with Eden Hill, Kamonegi, and Big Boys 17.03.2025 48:55

Come celebrate Holi at the Seattle Color Festival at the Mural Amphitheater at the Seattle Center. Saturday 3/22 11-4pm. Syd will be slinging dat curry sauce.

"Porcupine Blood Cake" with Ramie and The Greenwood American Bistro 10.03.2025 58:19

I'm looking for $$$ to put on a cool event. HMU if you are interested in sponsorhship!

"The Rose That Grew From Concrete" with Danna Hwang (Vivienne's Bistro), Sara Upshaw (Oh Sun), Kevin Top (Seila) 03.03.2025 1:02:41

Wow, this was a good one. Thanks to Sara, Kevin, and Danna for having out today. The sun is coming out. Lots of new projects in the works. Also everything is going to be fine.

"Grease Trap" with Buddy Brown of Buddy's Chicken and Waffles, Tony of Tony Delivers, and Marco Cordova of Mumu's Kitchen 24.02.2025 1:00:30

Shout out to all the Chef's and restaurant owners that come out to the studio to record. For many chef's it's their only day off. I appreciate you!

"There's no such thing as too much fat" With Onar Gully of Outsider BBQ, Angel Aguilar of Flarir Taqueria, and Anand Kumar of Tolu 17.02.2025 59:32

Thank you to all that came to the MF DOOM dinner! We'll do more soon. Thanks to Angel, Onar, and Anand for coming by today! Thank you to YOU for listening!

Ep77 "Art, music, restaurants, and bars. The beating heart keeping a city open passed 5pm" with Evan from Off Alley, Pam's Kitchen, and Ethan Stowell 10.02.2025 1:01:38

We back baby! MM..Food Valentines Day Pop up! A couple 9pm seats available! Kottu is back open! Next time on Diners, Drive ins, and Dives....OFF ALLEY!

Episode 76.5 "What the fuck is going on with Syd" with Brady Leffler of Hi-Fi Pizza Pi 20.11.2024 15:08

Hi! Little mini episode to catch you up on what's going on in Syd's life. Thank you all for the support. I fucking love y'all. Syd

"Cheap Sausage in the Back" with Uttam Mukherjee of Spice Waala 11.11.2024 1:02:39

LAST WEEK TO GOOSESUIT TILL JANUARY SATURDAY - WHEELIE POP SUNDAY - FREMONT MARKET $25 BRUNCH PREFIXE

"I don't do meth, but I watch Breaking Bad" with Eraj Jayawickreme of The Fairmont Hotel 04.11.2024 58:54

NYE Tarantino ticket early bird pricing extended! $225 for an unforgettable night of dancing, costumes, surprises, and 10 amazing courses by 10 rad chefs! GOOSESUIT this week (11.4) Friday -Bad Bar Saturday - Engine 9 Sunday - Fremont Market Also listen to The Seattle Restaurant Podcast. oh wait you do! Thanks for listening!