Episode 106 - Alex Au-Yeung of Phat Eatery

What this episode covers

Today on the podcast Eric is joined by frequent co-host Linda Salinas to discuss some of the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including the Katy area getting a new dim sum restaurant, Chris Cosentino picks his chef for Rosalie, and some new expansion news for State Fare, Fatburger, and Torchy's Tacos. In the Restaurants of the Week section Bravery Chef Hall, Two Headed Dog, and Penny Whistle Pub are featured. In the Guest of the Week section Eric is joined by Alex Au-Yeung of Phat Eatery. Eric and Alex discuss what brought Alex from the automotive performance industry to the restaurant industry, what prompted his interest in Malaysian food, going on his own to open in Katy, opening Phat Eatery, the most successful dishes at the restaurant, attention to detail, biggest challenges in the 1st year of operation, particpating in Houston Restaurants Weeks, adding more items to the menu, what techniques he's bringing from his time in Hong Kong, and more!