Episode 257 - Gabe Corchiani of Fat Boy's Pizza
On this week's podcast Eric is teamed up with Linda Salinas to discuss the latest happenings in the Houston restaurant and bar scene including downtown's new food hall Lyric Market announcing it's lineup of vendors serving food this fall, Bill Floyd opening a new tequila/other agave spirits focused bar and lounge Real Agave, new brewery Black Page Brewing coming to Houston this fall, and Linda ...
59m Sep 22, 2022
59m
Episode 256 - Rafael Nasr of Craft Pita
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to go through the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including a vibe dining concept coming to Kirby, Bellaire Broiler Burger's return being a short lived one after ownership got an offer they couldn't refuse, and new restaurant March adds another accomplishment to it's ever growing list of accolades. In the Restaurants of...
59m Sep 15, 2022
59m
Episode 255 - Shion Aikawa of Ramen Tatsu-Ya
On today's podcast Eric is joined Matt Harris to discuss the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including Tim Love shuttering his 3 Houston restaurants, Luis Rangel's expansion into seafood, and a Canadian favorite is now open in Katy. In the Restaurant's of the Week Pacha Nikkei and Neo are featured. In the Guest of the Week portion Eric is joined by Shion Aikawa of Ramen Ta...
1hr 2m Sep 08, 2022
1hr 2m
Episode 254 - Jason Wishengrad and David Selman of The Stand
On today's podcast Eric is joined Felice Sloan to discuss the latest happenings from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including Ronnie Killen's new spot in Cypress, Finn Hall adds 4 new concepts one which is a returning concept from when Finn Hall first opened up, and the Barking Pig goes through a rebrand. In the Restaurants of the Week section Tony's is featured. In the Restaurants of the...
1hr 8m Sep 01, 2022
1hr 8m
Episode 253 - Bun B and Andy Nguyen of Trill Burgers
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Mary Clarkson. The pair go through some of the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including Ana Beaven opening a new breakfast concept with business partner Charlie McDaniel, Agricole Hospitality opening a 2nd location of Eight Row Flint in a familiar space, and Blood Bros. are bringing in some top Houston talent for their latest concept...
1hr 6m Aug 25, 2022
1hr 6m
Episode 252 - Matthew Massey of Champagne Madame Zéro
On this week's edition of the podcast Eric is joined by Linda Salinas. The pair go through some of the latest news happening in the Houston restaurant and bar scene including the sudden closure of The Branch in Spring Branch, Mandito's is heading to Bellaire, and a new nightclub hitting Midtown. In the Restaurants of the Week Dinette and Quiote are featured. In the Guest of the Week portion Eri...
1hr Aug 18, 2022
1hr
Episode 251 - David Skinner of eculent
On this week's pod Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to discuss the latest news from the Houston bar and restaurant scene including some recent closings like The Tasting Room and Revival Market, plus some openings like the 2nd location of The Taco Stand. In the Restaurants of the Week portion the guys highlight Gatlin's Fins & Feathers and Brett's BBQ Shop. In the Guest of the Week section Eric ...
1hr 3m Aug 11, 2022
1hr 3m
Episode 250 - Ryan Lachaine and Derek Brown of Riel
On this week's edition of the podcast Eric is joined by Matt to discuss the latest from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including the huge shocker that Chris Shepherd is leaving Underbelly Hospitality, Goode Co. announces it's bringing it's Tex-Mex concept Kitchen & Cantina to the Heights, and Blossom Hotel's announces some new details regarding their dining program. In the Restaurants of ...
48m Jul 28, 2022
48m
Episode 249 - Fe Fi Fo Fum
No guest this week so on today's podcast it's all Eric and Fe! Eric is joined by the Swanky Maven herself Felice Sloan to discuss the latest happenings in the Houston restaurant and bar scene including a chef duo coming together to create a tapas restaurant in Kemah, James Coney Island closing it's last inner loop location, and the newest food festival coming to Houston this fall. In the Restau...
41m Jul 21, 2022
41m
Episode 248 - Christopher Haatuft and Paul Qui of Golfstrømmen
On today's show, Eric's co-host is hospitality veteran and co-founder of the Houston BBQ Festival Michael Fulmer. They kick things off with Houston's Restaurant News of the Week in which they discuss an exciting new partnership involving French restaurant La Table ahead of its reopening next Spring, a new brew pub opening in the Bellaire Triangle called CounterCommon Beerworks & Kitchen, and th...
1hr 15m Jul 07, 2022
1hr 15m
Episode 247 - Justin Yu of Theodore Rex and Thorough Fare Hospitality
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Linda Salinas to discuss the latest happenings in the Houston restaurant and bar scene including 2 Houston food vets coming together for a new Italian concept, Rise Soufflé is coming back to the Houston area, and a new brewery opening in Hardy Yards. In the Restaurant of the Week portion Amrina. In the Guest of the Week section, for the first time ever on ...
58m Jun 30, 2022
58m
Episode 246 - Jason Andaya and Cole Hoang of Dinette
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Mary Clarkson to discuss some of the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including further discussion/celebration of Alba Huerta's James Beard award, Agricole Hospitality announces their plans for a new lounge concept, promising self-serve concept Shoot the Moon closing it's doors permanently, and March being named one of the best new res...
1hr 2m Jun 23, 2022
1hr 2m
Episode 245 - Top Chef Finalist Evelyn Garcia of Kin
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Matt Harris to discuss the latest happenings in the Houston restaurant and bar scene including the James Beard Awards announcing their winners for 2022, Phat Eatery announcing a 2nd location, Willow Villarreal and Jasmine Barela working with Killen's restaurants now, and Nando's Peri-Peri is coming to Houston. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Hugo's ...
1hr 7m Jun 16, 2022
1hr 7m
Episode 244 - Daddy's Back
No guest on the show this week so Eric and cohost Michael Fulmer catch up on the latest happenings in the Houston restaurant and bar scene including what they thought of Top Chef season 19 which filmed here in Houston, did it depict the city well? Plus Evelyn Garcia's run in the competition and how she represented the city. The guys also discuss Greg Gatlin and Michelle Wallace opening a new co...
36m Jun 09, 2022
36m
Episode 243 - Nicole Morris of Lucy Pearl's
On today's edition of What's Eric Eating, Eric is joined by Linda Salinas to discuss some of the latest happenings from the Houston bar and restaurant scene including recapping the winners from this year's Tastemaker Awards, Austin bar Nickel City coming to Houston, and Robert Del Grande announcing that he's taking a step back. In the Restaurants of the Week section Height's & Co. is featured. ...
56m Jun 02, 2022
56m
Episode 242 - Brian Doke of Savoir, Patton's, & Heights & Co.
On today's edition of What's Eric Eating, Eric is joined by Felice Sloan to discuss the latest from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including Bobby Heugel and Justin Yu opening a new concept in Galveston, the "world's biggest pizza slice" coming to Houston, and Zach Harris' newest concept coming to the Shady Acres area. In the Restaurants of the Week Uchiko is featured. In the Guest of the...
1hr 15m May 26, 2022
1hr 15m
Episode 241 - Will and Nichole Buckman of CorkScrew BBQ
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Mary Clarkson to discuss some of the latest happenings in the Houston restaurant and bar scene including Loro's 2nd location being revealed, Bobby Heugel's new bar opening this week, and a 2nd location of Hando heading to Spring Branch. In the Restaurants of the Week Hamsa and Cafe Louie are featured. In the Guest of the Week section Eric is joined in stud...
59m May 19, 2022
59m
Episode 240 - Ultimate Houston Barbecue Draft
Instead of doing the normal format Eric is switching things up today with a special edition of the podcast, it's the Ultimate Houston Barbecue Draft. Eric has assembled a panel of barbecue lovers to pick the ultimate barbecue plate. Then Dozier's Barbeque pitmaster Jim Buchanan looks over the selections to decide who assembled the ultimate BBQ plate. What goes number 1? Whose draft strategy wil...
57m May 12, 2022
57m
Episode 239 - Paul Miller of Gr8 Plate Hospitality
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Mary Clarkson to discuss the latest in restaurant and bar news from the Houston area including Bellaire Broiler Burger making it's long awaited return, Lankford Grocery opening a second location, and Uchiko announcing it's opening date. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Marmo is featured. In the Guest of the Week section Eric is joined by Paul Miller ...
1hr May 05, 2022
1hr
Episode 238 - Tasos Katsaounis & Drew Gimma of Bread Man Baking Co.
It's a celebration! Not just because it's a new episode of the podcast but because today marks the 5 year anniversary of What's Eric Eating! A huge thank you to everyone that listens, shares, subscribes, reviews, or however you engage with the podcast. We wouldn't be able to do this for the 5 years and running without you all. A huge thank you as well to all of the great cohosts and guests over...
1hr 18m Apr 28, 2022
1hr 18m
Episode 237 - Scott Sulma of Atlas Restaurant Group
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Matt Harris to discuss the latest news from the Houston restaurant and food scene including the shocking shake up with J-Bar-M Barbecue, Craft Pita getting a new location, and Chris Shepherd's big Southern Smoke Festival. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Tatemó is featured. In the Guest of the Week section Eric is joined by Scott Sulma of the Atlas R...
1hr 2m Apr 21, 2022
1hr 2m
Episode 236 - Tobias Dorzon & Rosea Grady of Thirteen
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Felice Sloan to discuss the latest happenings from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including Three Brothers Bakery adding a new location, Wolfgang Puck returning to Houston with a new concept, and Upside Pub coming to the Garden Oaks/Oak Forest area. In the Restaurants of the Week The Greasy Spoon is featured. In the Guest of the Week section Eric is ...
57m Apr 14, 2022
57m
Episode 235 - Aaron Franklin of Loro
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Mary Clarkson to discuss the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including Burger Bodega opening this summer, Benjy Levit's new concept, and Daniel Wolfe's fundraising efforts. In the Restaurants of the Week section BCN and Blue Stone Lane. In the Guest of the Week portion Eric is joined by Aaron Franklin of Loro. Aaron speaks with Eric a...
42m Apr 07, 2022
42m
Episode 234 - Grant Cooper, Josep Prats, & Marc Cantu of The Big Vibe Group
On today's podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to discuss the latest happenings from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including Cabo Bob's opening 3 new locations in the Houston area, The Chocolate bar returning with a new name and location, and Aaron Bludorn's new seafood concept that's heading to Rice Village. In the Restaurants of the Week Patton's and Roberta's are featured. In the...
1hr 7m Mar 31, 2022
1hr 7m
Episode 233 - Niki Vongthong of Hidden Omakase
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Matt Harris to discuss the latest from the Houston bar and restaurant scene including a recap of the latest episode of Top Chef, the James Beard Foundation's finalist announcement, and pastry chef Jordi Roca is set to open his gelato shop in Houston soon. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Flora is featured. In the Guest of the Week section Eric is joi...
59m Mar 24, 2022
59m
Episode 232 - Nick Fine of Wild Oats
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Linda Salinas to discuss some of the latest news from the Houston bar and restaurant scene including Gr8 Plate Hospitality opening a new concept called Passerella this spring, Jackson Street BBQ closing, and Liuyishou Hotpot has arrived in Houston with a soft opening. In the Restaurants of the Week Loro and Tatemó are featured. In the Guest of the Week sec...
59m Mar 17, 2022
59m
Episode 231 - Angelo Emiliani of Café Louie and Angie's Pizza
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Mary Clarkson to discuss the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including surprising split at Night Shift, Chris Shepherd not moving forward with Everlong, and Ben Berg bringing B.B. Italia to Sugar Land. In the Restaurants of the Week La Table and Helen are featured. In the Guest of the Week portion Eric is joined by Angelo Emiliani of ...
1hr 1m Mar 10, 2022
1hr 1m
Episode 230 - Charles Clark and Michael Hoffman of Brasserie 19
On today's podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to discuss the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including the Houston chefs/restaurants that are were nominated by the James Beard foundation, Salt & Time & Butcher's Burger closing at Post Houston, and Henderson & Kane opening a new location at the Houston Farmers Market. In the Restaurants of the Week section Wild Oats i...
1hr 11m Mar 03, 2022
1hr 11m
Episode 229 - Marcus Davis of The Breakfast Klub, Reggae Hut, & Kulture
On today's podcast Eric is joined by Felice Sloan to discuss the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including the 9 Houston spots that made Texas Monthly's best new restaurants, Eat Drink HTX debuting this week, and Alice’s Tall Texan reopening under a new name. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Juliet and Bandista are featured. In the Guest of the Week section Eric is j...
1hr 7m Feb 24, 2022
1hr 7m
Episode 228 - Going to the Matt
No guest this week so it's just Eric joined alongside by Matt Harris to discuss the latest news including Clark Cooper Concepts splitting up, Monica Pope teaming up Veronica and John Avila to open the Telegram Tea Room, and a new concept called The Warwick hitting Westheimer. In the Restaurants of the Week section different concepts from Post Market are featured including Golfstrømmen, ChòpnBlọ...
32m Feb 17, 2022
32m
Episode 227 - Willow Villarreal and Charles Toomey of J-Bar-M Barbecue
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Mary Clarkson to discuss the latest news from the Houston bar and restaurant scene including Kate McLean's return to Tony's, Ben Burg's giving rodeo patrons a new upscale restaurant experience, and Bellaire Food Street getting a second phase expansion. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Ruggles Black and Stella's Wine Bar are featured. In the Guest of ...
1hr 3m Feb 03, 2022
1hr 3m
Episode 226 - Keith Goldston and Julie Dalton of The Post Oak
On today's podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to discuss the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene such as Hopdoddy Burger Bar acquiring Grub Burger Bar and the new school The Cookery opening in Houston this week. In a special edition of the Restaurants of the Week section, Eric and Michael pick their favorite burgers in the city. In the Guest of the Week section Eric is j...
1hr 10m Jan 27, 2022
1hr 10m
Episode 225 - Danny Frounfelkner of Sipple
On today's edition of What's Eric Eating, Eric is joined by Matt Harris to discuss the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including Goodnight Hospitality's latest project The Marigold Club with Austin Waiter set to become the concepts executive chef, Tony's Restaurant bringing back former executive chef Kate McLean, and Terrence Gallivan set to open Elro Pizza // Crudo. In th...
1hr 9m Jan 20, 2022
1hr 9m
Episode 224 - Blake Robertson and Ryan Cade of RC Ranch
What's Eric Eating is back for 2022! Eric is joined by Felice Sloan to discuss the latest from the Houston bar and restaurant scene including the team behind Tobiuo Sushi opening a new concept called Money Cat, the return of Chi'Lantro BBQ to Houston, and some recent closings in the news. In the Restaurants of the Week section Daily Gather and Mastro's Ocean Club are featured. In the Guest of t...
1hr 21m Jan 13, 2022
1hr 21m
Episode 223 - 2021 Year in Review with Linda Salinas, Mary Clarkson, Michael Fulmer, and Matt Harris
It's that time of year again! It's the final podcast of the year which means time to look back at the favorite restaurants and food from 2021. Eric alongside Linda Salinas, Mary Clarkson, Michael Fulmer, and Matt Harris discuss their favorite new restaurants that opened, the dishes they remember most, the trends, their favorite classic restaurants, the saddest shutters of the year, and finally ...
57m Dec 30, 2021
57m
Episode 222 - Kathleen Morgan of Honeychild's Sweet Creams
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Avondale Food & Wine owner Mary Clarkson to discuss some of the latest happenings in the Houston restuarant and bar scene including the how the latest wave of Covid is affecting restaurants, Tim Horton's opening a location in Houston, and RC Ranch Butcher Shop opens at the Houston Food Market. In the Restaurants of the Week section Amore is featured. In th...
51m Dec 23, 2021
51m
Episode 221 - Aaron Inkrott and Brock Wagner of Saint Arnold Brewing Company
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by the Swanky Maven herself Felice Sloan to discuss the latest happenings in the Houston bar and restaurant scene including the reopening of the Little Pappas Seafood House, a very early announcment of Hattie B's Hot Chicken coming to Houston, and the final numbers from the popular Houston Restaurant Weeks program. In the Restaurants of the Week section Maize...
1hr 20m Dec 16, 2021
1hr 20m
Episode 220 - Aaron Lyons and Brandi Key of Daily Gather
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Linda Salinas to discuss some the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including Blossom Hotel getting 2 new restaurant concepts, Mala Sichuan Bistro coming to M-K-T, and Goode Co. replaces it's old BBQ Woodlands location with an all new seafood concept. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Trattoria Sofia is featured. In the Guest of th...
1hr Dec 09, 2021
1hr
Episode 219 - Reginald Scott, Winner of the 2021 Oxtail Mashup
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Matt Harris to discuss the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including Chris Shepherd's major news regarding his restaurants, the opening of Post Market, and Martha Wilcox's new gig. In the Restaurants of the Week portion J-Bar-M Barbecue and Lao Sze Chuan are featured. In the Guest of the Week section Eric is joined by the winner of th...
55m Dec 02, 2021
55m
Episode 218 - Addie and Dustin Teague of Relish Restaurant & Bar
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to talk about the latest news from the Houston bar and restaurant scene including Ben Berg's 2 newly revealed concepts, Esquire naming 2 Houston restaurants to their best new restaurants list, and Kirby Icehouse's newest enormous location in the Woodlands. In the Restaurants of the Week portion The Palm and Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse are fea...
1hr 2m Nov 24, 2021
1hr 2m
Episode 217 - Daut Elshani and Geoff Hundt of d'Alba Craft Kitchen & Cocktails
Today on the show Eric is joined by Linda Salinas to discuss some of the latest happenings from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including the Conservatory food hall Galleria location getting new operators, the debut of Bodega Bellaire, and the latest openings! In the Restaurants of the Week section Chivos and Fitzcarraldo are featured. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Eric is joined ...
55m Nov 18, 2021
55m
Episode 216 - Patrick Feges of Feges BBQ and Jim Buchanan of Dozier's BBQ
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by the Swanky Maven herself Felice Sloan to discuss the latest happenings in the Houston bar and restaurant scene including Christine Ha bringing The Blind Goat to Spring Branch, Bluestone Lane opening it's first Texas location in Houston, and a brand new anime inspired nightclub opening this week. In the Restaurants of the Week section Toro Toro is featured....
1hr 9m Nov 11, 2021
1hr 9m
Episode 215 - Mary Clarkson of Avondale Food and Wine
Today on the podcast, Eric is joined by Mary Clarkson of Avondale Food and Wine. They discuss Aaron Bludorn's plans to open a new restaurant, Miami based doughnut shop, The Salty, opening in Houston, and Tin Drum Asian Kitchen coming to Houston as well. In the Restaurants of the Week portion of the podcast, Eric and Mary discuss their recent visit to Alba Ristorante in the Hotel Granduca. Tryi...
27m Nov 04, 2021
27m
Episode 214 - Dodie Wilson and Rebecca Masson of Dodie's Beer + Wine Shoppe
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Matt Harris to discuss some of the latest happenings in the Houston bar and restaurant scene including El Burro and the Bull opening a full sized location in Cypress, Billy Kin and Brandon Silva teaming up to unveil Kinokawa, and Better Luck Tomorrow adds some major talent. In the Restaurants of the Week section Neo, Beso, and Brett's BBQ Shop are featured...
52m Oct 28, 2021
52m
Episode 213 - Mary Ellen Angel of Angel Share HTX
Today on the podcast Eric is flying solo for the first half. Eric talks about some of the latest happenings in the Houston restaurant and bar scene including Blood Brothers BBQ being included on the New York Times 50 Exciting Restaurants list, Blacksmith adds some top tier talent, and a new non-alcoholic spirits shop called Sipple pops up in Rice Village. In the Restaurants of the Week portion ...
37m Oct 21, 2021
37m
Bonus Episode - Breaking Down the Texas Monthly Top 50 with Michael Fulmer and Patrick Feges
It's a special bonus episode of the podcast this week! Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer and Patrick Feges to discuss Texas Monthly's Top 50 BBQ joints. The guys discuss the top 10, the biggest surprises from the list, why so many newcomers are in the top 10 this year, whether any spots where snubbed from the list, Patrick's reaction to Feges BBQ being on the list, Houston area joints that made ...
35m Oct 19, 2021
35m
Episode 212 - Win Campbell and Molly Voorhees of Becks Prime
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Linda Salinas to discuss some of the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including beloved bar Pastry War closing up shop, Night Moves Hospitality parts ways with Lyle Bento while also announcing an expansion in the Spring Branch area, and new Mexican restaurant Maize set to make it's debut soon. In the Restaurants of the Week Winnie's is...
1hr 4m Oct 14, 2021
1hr 4m
Episode 211 - Steve Marques and Kim Kaase of Craft Creamery
Today on the podcast the Eric is joined by Avondale Food & Wine owner Mary Clarkson. Eric and Mary discuss the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including Post Houston revealing concepts/opening date, Houston having a new entry into the master sommelier club, and new Italian restaurant Lulu's is now open. In the Restaurants of the Week Casa Nomad is featured. In the Guest of...
54m Oct 07, 2021
54m
Episode 210 - Meredith Davis and Adam Garcia of PX Project
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by the Swanky Maven herself Felice Sloan to discuss some of the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including Top Chef beginning to shoot season 19 in Houston, Becks Prime in The Heights closing, and Mico's Hot Chicken getting some online hate for a secret menu item. In the Restaurants of the Week JOEY Uptown, Mozambik, and Ember & Greens ar...
50m Sep 30, 2021
50m
Episode 209 - Travis Lenig of Field & Tides
Today on the podcast Eric is joined by a new cohost! Isabel Protomartir, host of ATE, makes her podcast cohosting debut! Eric and Isabel discuss some of the latest happening in the Houston restaurant and bar scene including Eric's 40 restaurant fall preview, Casa Nomad opening, Bon Appetit recognizing Lucille's, and Isabel's Have a Nice Day Pop Up happening this weekend! In the Restaurants of t...
59m Sep 23, 2021
59m