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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"I can't charge somebody $30 for a pastrami sandwich (They'll lose their fucking mind)" with Jonny Silverberg of Schmaltzy's Deli (RIP) and Careanza of El Mariachi Birria Y Tacos 18.03.2024 59:38

A room full of Food Truckers discuss the pros and cons of staying on the road vs. a brick and mortar. Holla!

"Stress, Coffee, and Alcohol" with Aaron Tekulve of Surrell and Chris Nishiwaki 11.03.2024 1:11:50

IF YOUR RESTAURANT DOESN'T HAVE A SPRAY THAT MAKES YOU SMELL LIKE SOUP WHEN YOU LEAVE, I'M NOT INTERESTED!

It's Crab Toast (but it will fuck you up) with Meg Van Huygen of The Stranger and Alex Jackson of Seabird 04.03.2024 1:01:50

Tickets for "The Bear" Pop up are almost sold out! Snag a ticket now at www.exploretock.com/dreamland Meg lists her 3 favorite North Korean restaurants in Dubai. Alex finds the right balance of pretentious. Copine makes a blueberry foil gras dish that makes Dave drink the blood of babies.

"God, this woman knows a lot about Oysters" with Quentin Ertel of Shibuya Hi Fi and Dan Crookston of Mean Sandwich 26.02.2024 1:09:01

What a beautiful Monday! I think this may be my favorite episode so far. The two guys are so inspirational and positive. Quentin witnesses the Sneaker Riot. Dan is a sucker for a pork chop.

"White People, I love you!" with Mike Stamey of Westward and Joel Radin of Petoskeys 19.02.2024 57:29

A restaurant legend and an established chef join us in the garage today. Also Arianna stops by to chat about the last best day ever event.

"Its 2 a.m., GET THE FUCK OUT! I need to get in may cage! with Ryan Reiter of NW Marketplaces and Carlo Chalisea of Don Luchos 13.02.2024 59:29

Edmonds Lunar New Year Celebration, Syd crashes Corvus +Co's employee party, Ryan breaks down event costs. Carlo hates neon sauces.

"What kind of Asshole wakes up and says I want to go to California Pizza Kitchen" with Oliver Bangers of Nirmals and Max Heigh of Sam Choy's Poke to the Max 05.02.2024 55:38

I'm not going to lie, I have to jump on a ferry so I didn't have time to come up with a funny synopsis.

"The Oxygen going in and out of your fucking lungs is worth $4" with Gary Szeredy of Queen Anne Beer Hall 30.01.2024 55:03

This Sunday at Last Call Bar (4105 Leary Way) Luis and I are throwing a Taco Party. 5pm till Sell out. $2 Jello Shots and dope ass tacos!

"The One Year Anniversary Live Podcast" with Kenji Lopez Alt and Brady Leffler (The Beverage Junkie) 23.01.2024 1:21:02

Dave reveals what he did at the Super Bowl 11 years ago that got him to get sober. You know how influencers feel about "Anchovies and Salt", now find out how they feel about "Anchovies and Pineapple" Ludo is a band, Lupo is a restaurant. Kenji confess to stealing. Molly Moon's needs to bring back tipping. Hey guys, thanks for listening for a year. We really love you.

"Gabe is from Wisconsin, Trackstar is from St. Louis" 23.01.2024 11:31

Trackstar the DJ stops by to share his inspiring story of becoming part of one of the biggest hip hop groups in history.

"Fuck you, don't come back to our city. Signed The Seattle Restaurant Podcast 16.01.2024 58:35

Bring your own chopsticks! Unfortunately now you have to pay the person that hauls your food to your Fatass a minimum wage. The great fried chicken war of Tacoma comes to an end. I've eaten food my whole life, I SHOULD BE A FOOD BLOGGER!

"My Aunt Sarah Mclachlan" with Harry Cheadle of Eater Seattle and Cera Grindstaff of Dreamland 09.01.2024 58:42

Honeyhole sells their domain to Pornhub. Dave turns into a bear. How to get kicked off Eater 38. The last person to talk shit about Advance Fridge ended up in a broken fridge.

"In Spite of Syd, I Eat this Doughnut" with Vasilios Polimenakos of Veras and Sean Willis of Doughboy Donuts 19.12.2023 55:53

Syd goes to an ADHD Convention. Tyler from Lady Jaye backs out of fantasy football. You don't have to be a trade smith to love pizza and alcohol. Cereal killers get soggy. If your going to do fries, do fucking fries. Bakers are weird. Am I pervert, or does box bar sound weird? A train breaks down and says fuck it, let's open a restaurant. We fired James for eating at Taco Time. Syd's f...

"A Jewel Runner's Supper" POP POP Announcement Episode with Tyler Paligi of Lady Jaye, Denali Foglietti of Art of the Table, and Keavy Landreth of Elysian Brewing 15.12.2023 18:03

HOLY CALMAFUCK we can finally announce this thing! So excited to be teaming up with Elysian Brewing to bring a Run The Jewels inspired dinner to the Fields in SODO on Saturday 1/20. Tickets available now!

"Summer is for Canlis, Winter is for Taco Trucks" Featuring Michael Freiburger of Bury Me In Gold and Leah Carlson of Sysco 12.12.2023 49:01

Sysco presents the Disembowled God Fest featuring Dutch Dame, The Streamliners, Skillet (The Christian Band), Two Weeks after a C-Section, and Glazed and Sugar. Coming this Easter! Hallelujah!

"Hey Asshole! Want some hot Dr. Pepper?" with JP of Secret Congee and Lauren Garaventa of The Ruby Brink 05.12.2023 1:06:20

Dave likes a slutty little milkshake with whipped cream everywhere. Watsons Counter has the best wifi password. Go steal from Hobby Lobby and you'll feel better about yourself. Hamidi gets what they deserve. Your first decision as a business owner should be to get a "under new management" sign. Underground magic clubs. Thanks Obama (for the library). You want me to pay to shop? Eatin...

"No One Bombs at the Shangai Room" with Comedian Noah Rubin and Hunnni Water CEO Karin Mei 21.11.2023 53:16

Don't get me started on Korn. The KKKK Comes to down There is oxygen in everything. We got the sweetness you need when Dave isn't around.

"Good, Cheap, Fast. Pick Two" with Evan Carter of Lady Jane and Casey Cooper of Copper Gold Bakery 14.11.2023 58:22

Man, wtf is going on at the honey hole. Nikki from SMASH stops by to promote a really dope show. Evan goes from a magazines about smoking to smoking meats. Casey gets roped into another LOTR event. Dave gushes about DMB.

"Is Vegan Piss really Vegan? with Josh Wills and Adam Russell of Story of the Year 11.11.2023 19:55

Syd meets up with Adam and Josh from Story of the Year 20 years after the release of their platinum debut to chat about eating on the road, being vegan before it was cool, and how to supplement your income when working with a smaller band with a smaller budget. Hint: Its gross.

"More Authentic than the Original with Brian Madayag of Barkada and Stephano Theo of Theo's Gyros 30.10.2023 58:34

Stephano explains why he leaves his parents restaurant to start a food truck. Why Brian opened a restaurant. Seattle Restaurant Week is on the way. We need help with our lists! Also burrito babies!

"Some of the Best Massages I've ever had in my life were by blind men" with David Nichols of Eight Row 24.10.2023 59:36

A really dope convo with Chef David about why "Orchard Inspired" sounds so much better than "Farm to Table'. Syd has a Fantastic Man Day. David pays $27 to not get a massage. Carlo oversleeps and misses the podcast.

"A Pleaseant Midlife Crisis" with Jack Timmons of Jack's BBQ and Brendan McGill of Hitchcock 17.10.2023 1:15:16

All you need to know is we talk about lobster tails cooked in brisket tallo.

'You mean Rainforest Cafe isn't Upscale?" with Steven Ono of Ono Poke and Mark McConnell of Off The Rez 02.10.2023 55:24

Expedia really out here charging small businesses to serve their employees. What a country!

"Hey Customers! Understand if you're thinking something's too expensive, You ultimately think the employees make too much money" with Chef Ethan Stowell and Chef Joel Childs of 16Eleven 26.09.2023 56:55

"Marriage is a good reason to get in the U.S. Don't quote me on that" - Chef Joel Childs

"Luigi is Mario's penis" with Charlotte Gloves of South Fork and Khampaeng Panyathong of Taurus Ox 18.09.2023 47:29

All you need to know is the more you pet them the sweeter they get