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 studio (yes in studio for the first time since March 2020) by Will and Nichole Buckman of CorkScrew BBQ. Will and Nichole speak with Eric about the state of CorkScrew BBQ, retaining staff through the past difficult 2 pandemic years, why they're always present, ways they have grown, the possibility of opening another restaurant in the future, the idea of relevance when it comes to restaurants, whether they cared about falling out of Texas Monthly's Top 10 BBQ places, the most overlooked item, speaking with Daniel Vaughn, what shows they're binging, why they don't mix barbecue and politics, Will's hobbies, and much more!Follow Eric on Instagram and Twitter, plus check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com, such as: Aaron Franklin and Tyson Cole Reveal Second Houston Location of Their Asian Smokehouse Bobby Heugel's 'Best' New Bar Rises Above Anvil with 200 Spirits and a Dream Team Staff Heights Favorite Sushi Restaurant Unrolls Exciting New Location in Spring Branch 9 Best Houston Restaurants and Bars to Sip and Savor The City's Top Wines Chris Shepherd Joins 2 Top Chefs to Aid Fire-Ravaged Houston Area Farm in Tasty Fundraising Event Downtown Hotel's New Speakeasy Event Space Unlocks Feminine Charm and Elegant Offerings