
Restaurant Hoppen
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Ep 133Aden Beck & Jim Lesperance—Get Real Sandwiches
Get Real Sandwiches is a new restaurant, but its fun vibe and unique twists on classic sandwiches have already caught Omaha's attention. The owners and lifelong food-loving friends explain how it quickly came to be, the intentionality behind Get Real's atmosphere, how they craft their delicious sandwiches (and what might be coming next!) and more. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 132Traci Page—Karma Koffee
Karma Koffee may be a coffee shop, but owner Traci Page has seen it grow into something much more. Hear this avid coffee lover describe how Karma Koffee has become a community that is serving good vibes, killer breakfast sandwiches, and of course, great coffee. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 131Michelle Alfaro—Sauced by Alfaro
In just over a year, Sauced by Alfaro has exploded onto the Nebraska food scene thanks to Michelle's to "simply doing simple well" and her ability to elevate comforting classics into entirely new dishes. Michelle details her challenging journey to opening her concept, what got her through the hard times, and what makes Sauced by Alfaro a different dining experience than you'll find anywhere else in Nebraska. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 130Jonathan Taylor—The Modern Waffle
Who says waffles are only for breakfast? By putting creative spins on waffles, Jonathan's food truck showcases that waffles are a blank canvas for ingredients sweet, savory, and everything in between. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 129Peter Bass—The Mercato
You want to learn about bread and baking? Peter is your guy. The head baker at The Mercato (part of the Certified Piedmontese campus in Lincoln) dishes on the science behind baking, how he keeps the various baked goods operating on schedule in his kitchen, working for Thomas Keller's restaurant group, and the crazy path that brought him to, of all places, Nebraska. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 128Kris Lamlika & Nils Gjoca; Sofra Creperie
Crepes might just be the next big food fad waiting to take off in America. Thanks to Sofra Creperie, Omaha has gotten a taste, and it has this pair of Albanian natives to thank for that. Nils & Kris talk about what makes crepes special, why they felt compelled to open a creperie in America, how Omahans have embraced this "new" food concept, and more! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 127Mike Barstow—Backlot Taphouse; Backlot Pizza & Kitchen
The popularity of Detroit-style pizza has exploded in recent years, and anyone who's been to Backlot Taphouse can attest as to why. Owner Mike Barstow breaks down what makes these pies special, explains what it's like to go to pizza school, and explains how to not only survive as a first-time restaurateur. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 126Lola's creators (Clare Watson Bartolomei, Stephen Bartolomei, & Corina Figueroa)
When Clare and Corina opened Lola's in 2019, they boldly attempted to create something no one else in Omaha dared to do: combine three restaurant/cafe concepts in one. And yet, despite being newcomers to the restaurant industry, they've pulled it off and created an amazing space to grab coffee, enjoy incredible bread and pastries, or savor a candlelight dinner before catching the latest hit movie. You can't miss the crazy story this trio has to tell! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 125Elizabeth Pooley—Square Donut
Elizabeth Pooley had no restaurant ownership experience when she bit into her first square donut, but the experience was so spectacular she couldn't get it out of her head. So she eventually bought the recipe and equipment and opened Square Donut, which has quickly become one of Omaha's hottest donut shops. Hear what makes these confections unique (besides the shape) and what bring Elizabeth joy when owning the shop takes her to the brink. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 124John Osna & Jason Sirois—The Committee Chophouse
In a city full of beloved steakhouses, The Committee Chophouse is employing new, unique tactics to stand out from the crowd. John (Director of Food and Beverage) and Jason (Executive Chef) explain how the signature restaurant at the Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel is redefining what an Omaha steakhouse can be, from menu conception, guest experience, and indescribable ambience. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 123Matt Halligan & Brian Koozer—Frank's Pizzeria
Frank's has become beloved for its authentic NY-style pies, and Matt (owner) and Brian (head pizza maker) are proud to carry on the tradition that Frank started. We talk about what makes New York pizza great, the science behind the crust and the ovens, and the unique responsibility of carrying on the legacy of a beloved restaurant after purchasing it. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 122Karen Barrett & Jack Barrett Jeffrey—Barrett's Barleycorn Pub & Grill
Barrett's was never intended to be a restaurant, but over the years it's become beloved for its phillys, Reubens, and famed pork tenderloin sandwiches. Hear the story of how this fun-loving bar evolved into one of Omaha's most beloved restaurants. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 121Aagya Subedi—Kathmandu Momo Station
Three years ago, Aagya had no restaurant experience. Now she's started a pop-up, is the partner of a thriving restaurant, and introduced Omaha to a whole new cuisine: Burmese food. Learn more about Burmese noodle soups, perseverance, and the value of being brave and just going for it from Aagya's story. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 120Matt & Scott Egermayer—Lighthouse Pizza & Fries
Lighthouse has carved out its niche in the crowded Omaha pizza scene with gigantic slices, crazy fry combos, a drive-thru, and the epic Sparky's slice. But things weren't always so rosy for the restaurant or its owners, who entered the industry with no restaurant experience. Hear Matt and Scott tell the story of how they solved problems, kept fighting, and created an iconic pizza joint. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 119Diwesh Bhattarai—Saffron Urban Indian Kitchen
The Executive Chef and co-owner of one of Omaha's newest restaurants, Diwesh Bhattarai describes the risks and long road he had to take to make this decade-long dream of opening his own spot a reality. We also discuss how he's putting modern twists on Indian cuisine, the details that go into bringing a restaurant concept from thoughts to reality, and so much more. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 118Raechel Van Buskirk—Deviled Egg Co.
What if I told you deviled eggs could taste like a Reuben, pulled pork sandwich, or even a sushi roll, and they'd be delicious? Deviled Egg Co. brings this wildly inventive concept to life, and owner Raechel Van Buskirk describes where the idea came from, how the concept blew up in such a short time, how she keeps inventing her unique flavors, and more! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 117Abby McLeay—Zen Coffee Company
Zen Coffee Company's popularity exploded with the release of coffee flights, but this business was special before the social media sensation. Abby discusses what sets Zen apart, her decision to leave corporate coffee to open her own shop, how Zen started its baking operation, and more! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 116Michael Sanchez—Taco Co.; Mula; Maria's
The owner of three of Omaha's hottest taco joints, Michael knows a few things about Mexican food and running a restaurant. We discuss the evolution of his career and his restaurants, the problem with labeling food as "authentic", the secret behind his restaurants' famous puffy tacos, and more! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 115Meghan McLarney—Gravy Train; Omaha Soup Company
You won't find many people who work harder or love food more than Meghan. Her elevated takes on biscuits and gravy routinely sell out at farmers markets and pop-ups, and her line of soups has become a must-have item from HyVee. This food-loving entrepreneur has a story that you don't want to miss! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 114Nick Maestas—Muchachos
Take some of the best smoked brisket and chicken you'll find in the state and stuff it into burritos and tacos—sounds like a great idea, right? That's why Muchachos has blossomed from start-up food truck to one of Nebraska's most popular restaurants in just a few years. Hear Nick tell his story, and stay tuned for some exciting Omaha news near the episode's conclusion... Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 113Tyler Thiesen and Adam Mallory—Everett's
Built on a foundation of family, Everett's has quickly become one of Omaha's most buzzed about restaurants. Hear the story of how it came together and why the concept of simple food done right makes this a special place. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 112Dirty Birds Crew—Moses Moseley, Mike West, & Dan Whalen
Omaha's fried chicken sandwich king has big news! Dirty Birds will be opening a 2nd location in the historic Flatiron building, and the guys stopped by to talk about how the deal came together and why they're so excited about the new space and how Dirty Birds will evolve in it. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 111Kate Anderson—Carter & Rye
Flaky, buttery, nostalgic goodness... what's not to love about hand pies?! And no one makes them better than Carter & Rye. Hear how Kate creates the ever-changing menu, how her business grew from a farmers market staple to a brick and mortar establishment that sells out every week, and why "I'm the Hot One" became a crucial rallying cry for the business. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 110Karlo Cruz—Kalye
Omaha had no idea what it was missing with Filipino food until Karlo started his new pop-up, Kalye. Learn more about this cuisine (especially the lumpia!) and hear about what it requires to take a pop-up from idea to execution, including all the on-the-fly adjustments that diners never see. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 109TJ Holzapfel—The Rude Shrimp Co.
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 Hoppen! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 108Katina Talley—Sweet Magnolia's Bake Shop
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 Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 107Gary Hughes—Hospitality Director at the Open Door Mission
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! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 106Nick Bartholomew, owner of Over Easy, Dandelion Pop-Up, B&G Tasty Foods
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: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 105Travis Dunekacke—TD Niche Pork
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 their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 104Troy & Katie Gaines—Chicago Dog 42
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, and receive 25% off your order! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 103Wine Pod! with Nicola Biscardo & Nick Strawhecker
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 follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 102Michael Rhoades—culinary consultant at Sysco
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 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 101Wilson Calixte—Le Voltaire
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 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 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 100René Guzmán—Little Ve's
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 blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 99Joel Marsh—Owner of Noli's Pizzeria and Ansel's Pastrami and Bagels
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 my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 98Alfredo & Alexis Hernandez—El Alambre
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 episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 97Jon Stastny—Wonton Jon's
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 an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 96Chelsie Schroeder—The Bubbly Tart
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, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 95Tony Incontro—founder of Incontro Cured and head butcher and salumist at Casa Bovina
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 Restaurant Hoppen! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 94Andrew Novak & Collin Kentopp - creators of All in Thyme & cooks at The Boiler Room
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, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 93Ashish & Kim Sathyan—Kinaara
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 get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 92Casa Bovina Crew: Jordan Reed, Zach Midgett, & Todd Abboud
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. 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 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 91John Engler—Avoli
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, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 90Jeanne & Joe Pittack—Ted & Wally's
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 based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 89Thou Chum & Brittani Button—Yeak Sauce
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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 88Lindy Pearson—V. Mertz
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, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 87Todd Simon—Omaha Steaks
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 learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Order Your Get Out and Grill Assortment from Omaha Steaks today! Just go to OmahaSteaks.com and type my last name, HOPPEN, in the search bar. You’ll not only save 59% off the original price, but you’ll give your dad a Father’s Day gift he’ll always remember. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 86Matt Vrzal — Piezon's Pizzeria
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 my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 85John Davis—Le Bouillon
bonusThe 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 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 85Travis Liebig—Sunnyside on Center
Travis never worked in the restaurant industry before opening Sunnyside on Center in February, but that hasn't stopped it from becoming one of Omaha's top up-and-coming breakfast spots. You don't want to miss his story and his unique perspective on the restaurant industry. 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 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 other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices