Episode 170 - Mithu and Shammi Malik of Musaafer

Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Matt Harris to discuss the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including an update on the changes happening with the Houston Farmers Market, longtime honky tonk spot Firehouse Saloon shuttering, and more. In the Restaurants of the Week the Sandoitchi pop up is featured.

In the Guest of the Week portion, Eric is joined by Mithu and Shammi Malik of Musaafer. Mithu and Shammi speak with Eric about how they got into the restaurant industry, why they decided on opening Musaafer in Houston, the creative process behind the restaurant, bringing an authentic feel, what went into picking their team, their menu, what the response has been like from customers, their menu plans for Diwali, how it's been opening the restaurant in a Covid-19 world, their plans on expansion, and more!

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• Longtime Houston Honky Tonk Permanently Shutters After 28 Years
• New Waterfront Seafood Restaurant Sets Sail in Coastal Houston Neighbor
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• Exciting New Gulf Coast-Inspired Seafood Restaurant Casts Off in Second Ward
• High-End Galleria-Area French Restaurant Reopens with an 'Approachable' Vibe
• Fresh New Restaurant with Lakefront View Blooms in Hermann Park