Episode 171 - Brian Ching of Pitch 25 & East End Backyard

Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to discuss the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including the closing of Politan Row, Justin Turner making a comeback with 3 concepts, Jonathan's the Rub changing locations and changing a policy, and Good Dog closing. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Pier 6 Seafood & Oyster House is featured.

In the Guest of the Week segment Eric is joined by former professional soccer star Brian Ching of Pitch 25 and East End Backyard. Brian speaks with Eric about what it was like growing up as a gifted athlete, how it wasn't the typical athlete's journey, coming to Houston, life after soccer, getting into the hospitality industry, creating Pitch 25, what he's learned during his time in the hospitality industry, how did East End Backyard coming back, plans for expansion, and much more!

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