Episode 177 - Justin Yoakum of Culinary Khancepts

Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Avondale Food & Wine owner Mary Clarkson to discuss some the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including some of the new restaurants/bars that are opening in 2021 they're looking forward to, the new owners of Shipley Do-Nuts, and the possibility that restaurants could be allowed to sell alcohol to go permanently based off new legislation. In the Restaurants of the Week section Hidden Omakase is featured.

In the Guest of the Week portion, Eric is joined by Justin Yoakum of Culinary Khancepts. Justin speaks with Eric about how he became interested in cooking, his professional journey from Houston to California and back, working with Jessica Biel, getting started with State Fare, what they've kept at State Fare, how they keep Liberty Kitchen different from State Fare, what's coming next for Liberty Kitchen, opening a new State Fare location during the pandemic, plans for expansion, being happy where he's at, and more!

• More Than 30 Highly Anticipated Restaurants and Bars Coming to Houston in 2021
• Houston's Favorite Doughnut Shop Sells to Texas Private Equity Firm
• Houston Restaurants Could Soon Sell Alcohol To-Go Forever Thanks to New Bill
• New Burger and Brews Restaurant Brings Beachy Vibes to Pearland
• Chris Shepherd Cooks Up Casual Steakhouse for Downtown High-Rise and Texas Fare for Farmers Market
• Chopped Champ Unleashes Pizza and Italian Restaurants at Houston Mixed-Use Development
• Houston Cajun Favorite Takes Flight with New Fast Food Restaurant... Crawfish Included
• Inventive Texas Taco Restaurant Rolls Out First Houston-Area Drive-Thru Location in The Heights