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What's Eric Eating

What's Eric Eating
Houston
Phat Eatery
Afro-Mexican Cuisine
Alex Au-Yeung
Tacodeli
Late August Restaurant
Houston Food Scene
Katy
Malaysian Food
Dipping Tiger Phở
River Oaks
Rado MKT
Oaxaca
Lucille's Hospitality Group
Chef Sergio
Xin Chao
Bar Bludorn
Woodlands
Sushi
James Beard Awards

Every week, CultureMap Editor Eric Sandler examines the Houston culinary landscape, giving you the latest news, restaurant reviews, and interviews with some of the most interesting people in the scene. New episodes of the What's Eric Eating? podcast drop every Tuesday and Thursday.

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On today's podcast, Eric is joined by Cooper Abercrombie of Bar-A-BBQ. Cooper speaks with Eric about what drew him to barbecue, how mom's in the neighborhood got the business growing, his helpful barbecue connections, what brought him to Montgomery, ... more

Houston BBQ Festival co-founder Michael Fulmer is back on the podcast today to speak with Eric about some of the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene. Eric and Michael discuss the newest retro inspired location of Pinkerton's Barbecu... more

On today's podcast Eric is joined by Tracy Malechek-Ezekiel and Arjav Ezekiel of Birdie's. Tracy and Arjav speak with Eric about how they first met, their time in New York, choosing to move to Austin with a flip of a coin, conceptualizing Birdie's, d... more

Eric is back and he's kicking off the new year with Raffi Nasr of Craft Pita to discuss some of the latest happens in the Houston restaurant and bar scene. Raffi and Eric speak about the rebranding of Superica into a steakhouse concept called Star Ro... more

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Recent Guests

Cooper Abercrombie
Owner and pitmaster of Bar-A-BBQ
Bar-A-BBQ
Episode: Episode 526 - Cooper Abercrombie of Bar-A-BBQ
Tracy Malechek-Ezekiel
Co-owner and chef at Birdies
Birdies
Episode: Episode 524 - Tracy Malechek-Ezekiel and Arjav Ezekiel of Birdie's
Arjav Ezekiel
Co-owner and sommelier at Birdies
Birdies
Episode: Episode 524 - Tracy Malechek-Ezekiel and Arjav Ezekiel of Birdie's
Judith Piotrowski
Director of outlets for Hotel ZaZa
Hotel ZaZa
Episode: Episode 521 - Judith Piotrowski of Hotel ZaZa
Judith Pietroski
Episode: Episode 520 - Doc's Houston
Nelson Monteith
Founder of Honest Mary's
Honest Mary's
Episode: Episode 519 - Nelson Monteith and Andrew Wiseheart of Honest Mary's
Andrew Wiseheart
Chef and co-founder of Honest Mary's
Honest Mary's
Episode: Episode 519 - Nelson Monteith and Andrew Wiseheart of Honest Mary's
Deets Hoffman
Co-founder of Murray's Pizza & Wine and Leaf & Grain
Episode: Episode 510 - Deets Hoffman of Murray's Pizza & Wine and Leaf & Grain
Otto Othman
Co-founder and CEO of Pincho.
Pincho
Episode: Episode 508 - Otto Othman and Adrian Sanchez of PINCHO

Host

Eric Sandler
CultureMap editor and host, providing insights into the Houston culinary scene through interviews and discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 96 ratings
  • I don’t even live in Houston

    But I love listening to this to get a good grasp of the variety and interesting food options in HOU. Makes me want to move there sometimes! Such a diverse city with incredible food options.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SWN27
    United Statesa year ago
  • It’s alright

    It’s a decent podcast to get more in depth info on food news in Houston, but half the time the guest hosts are not great. Any episode with the guy who feels obligated to say “daddy” ironically 75 times is an instant skip. If a joke doesn’t work, don’t lean into it harder. You’re a food person not a comedian. Stick to food and let comedians do the jokes

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Pipez
    United States3 years ago
  • Listen to your podcast

    Please stop saying “ya know” It makes listening unbearable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oz/Ozzie
    United States4 years ago
  • Congrats on 200 episodes - great podcast

    Massively good podcast to stay informed on restaurant and bar intel in Houston. Fun to listen to. I always have a few new places I want to try after listening to the beginning few minutes of each episode. Past episodes with the Canadian chef who cusses a lot are amazing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ClayHou
    United States5 years ago
  • The preeminent Houston bar and restaurant pod

    Eric and his co-hosts provide the best info about new and exciting restaurants and bars in Houston. I find myself going to his “restaurants of the week” every week after I listen. His interviews with chefs and owners are so insightful and inspiring. I eat out almost every meal so I love hearing what his recommendations are around town. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mathias_ray
    United States5 years ago

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Some criticisms include the audio quality and certain guest dynamics that can detract from the overall experience.
Overall, many highlight the show's ability to provide valuable information about local dining options and new restaurant openings.
Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions about Houston's culinary landscape and find the content engaging and fun.
The podcast has a broad appeal, encouraging both locals and non-locals to stay informed about the vibrant Houston food scene.

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Episode 524 - Tracy Malechek-Ezekiel and Arjav Ezekiel of Birdie's
Q: How has the transition to a prefix model impacted operations?
It's allowed us to refine our processes and better showcase our culinary skills while ensuring guests have a more relaxed experience.
Episode 524 - Tracy Malechek-Ezekiel and Arjav Ezekiel of Birdie's
Q: What prompted the decision to switch from counter service to a prefix model?
We wanted to challenge ourselves creatively and improve the overall dining experience.
Episode 526 - Cooper Abercrombie of Bar-A-BBQ
Q: When did you start to feel like you were actually getting your hands around it and it was actually starting to be pretty good?
I still feel like we're always fighting it, but I felt better about our food about three or four years ago when Hiro came to our pop-up.
Episode 526 - Cooper Abercrombie of Bar-A-BBQ
Q: Did you train anywhere or are you entirely self-taught?
I'm self-taught and have been helped by many in the barbecue world.
Episode 521 - Judith Piotrowski of Hotel ZaZa
Q: What are some specific ideas for the upcoming future at Hotel ZaZa?
Judith is excited about creating innovative experiences, including the possibility of tasting menus and utilizing unique spaces for events.

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Focusing on the vibrant Houston culinary scene, episodes feature discussions about new restaurant openings, chef interviews, and local dining trends. The content is widely appealing to food enthusiasts, showcasing a variety of culinary concepts ranging from casual dining to upscale establishments. Unique elements include lively debates on popular dishes, insights from culinary professionals, and reviews intertwined with personal anecdotes that enrich the listening experience. This show is particularly valuable for anyone looking to explore Houston's diverse gastronomic landscape or stay informed about the latest food events and trends in the area.

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2. Tracy Malechek-Ezekiel
3. Arjav Ezekiel
4. Judith Piotrowski
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7. Andrew Wiseheart
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