Episodes
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Eats Beat Ep. 213: Chef Graham Elliot & Le Margot
Chef Graham Elliot has burst into Fort Worth with a busy new French restaurant, Le Margot. We'll talk about the Tavern, Pacific Table and Maria's family of restaurants and his forthcoming prime steakhouse on the Eats Beat podcast
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Eats Beat Ep. 212: Dayne’s Craft Barbecue
Dayne’s Craft Barbecue is still growing, both for its brisket and burgers at a stand out west. Dayne Weaver is the guest on the Eats Beat podcast
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Eats Beat Ep. 211: Perini Ranch Steakhouse
One of Texas' most famous steakhouses is only a 2-hour drive west, and now there's a country cafe alongside. Texas cowboy foodies Lisa and Tom Perini are the guests on the Eats Beat podcast
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Eats Beat Ep. 210: Downtown arts festival eats
What's really going on with downtown restaurants during the arts festivals? Sourdough bread baker Trent Shaskan of the new 3rd Street Market and Hopscotch and Joshua Scott from il Modo are the guests on the Eats Beat podcast
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Eats Beat Ep. 209: Terra Grill is reopening in Fort Worth
It's one of the more remarkable comebacks — Terra Grill is reopening in Crockett Row after 4 years. Adam and Leena Shanaa talks Mediterranean food and big fat buffets in the Eats Beat podcast.
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Eats Beat Ep. 208: J. Gilligan's Irish nachos
J. Gilligan's in Arlington isn't just another bar-and-grill — it's where "Irish nachos" originated. Hear about what's new at Gilligan's 44th annual St Patrick's Day party on the Eats Beat podcast
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Eats Beat Ep. 207: Loop 9 BBQ from the founder of Chili's
He founded the Chili's restaurants. But now he's getting into the BBQ business. Dining guru Larry Lavine tells why and talks about his new Loop 9 BBQ restaurant on the Eats Beat podcast
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Eats Beat Ep. 206: Hurtado Barbecue
2023 looks like another busy year for Fort Worth barbecue, and Brandon Hurtado is in the middle of it all. He talks about his new Hurtado Barbecue on 8th Avenue -- and also about what pitmasters do on Valentine's Day -- on a new Eats Beat podcast.
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Eats Beat Ep. 205: Fort Worth's favorite cake?
What's the secret of Fort Worth's favorite cake? Hans Muller talks all things Black Forest and the other cakes and pies at Swiss Pastry Shop on this week's Eats Beat podcast.
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Eats Beat Ep. 204: Chef Tim Love talks about Mule Alley and its Yellowstone connection
Chef Tim Love announced his newest pizza venture — New York-style thin-crust pizza on Mule Alley! Chef Love also talked about the hit TV show Yellowstone and what's on the menu for Thanksgiving.
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Eats Beat Ep. 203: Let's talk about the new burgers in town
With two burger bosses — Kay Greenlee from Dutch's Hamburgers and Gigi Howell of the new JD's Hamburgers! We'll discuss what's new and next with burgers on this week's Eats Beat podcast.
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Eats Beat Ep. 202: What's new for DFW Restaurant Week?
Plenty, including the new Don Artemio steakhouse and anejo bar. Co-owner Adrian Burciaga joins Steve and Bud to talk about everywhere to dine this month.
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Eats Beat Ep. 201: What’s cool this summer!
Definitely ice cream! Kari Crowe of MELT Ice Creams talks about new locations, new flavors and what’s new for the season
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Eats Beat Ep. 200: Our 200th episode with guest Travis Heim
It's the 200th episode of the Eats Beat podcast! Celebrate 10 years of good food as barbecue wizard Travis Heim of Heim Barbecue joins Bud and Steve to talk about his new chicken plate and new locations
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Eats Beat Ep. 199: Readers' Choice Babes Chicken
The Star-Telegram readers have spoken! Bud and Steve talk to the owners of our Readers' Choice winner for local favorite fried chicken – Babes Chicken – on the Eats Beat podcast!
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Eats Beat Ep. 198: How did Brewed become a breakfast cafe favorite for brunch?
Steve Wilson and Bud Kennedy talk with Brewed's Joey Turner on how a beer bar and gastropub became a breakfast cafe favorite for brunch.
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Eats Beat Ep. 196: Fatburger
How did Fatburger become the biggest news in burger chains? And do Texans order the plant-based burgers or shakes? Maisha Bankhead, who brought Fatburger here, is the guest on the Eats Beat podcast.
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Eats Beat Ep. 195: Stock Show eats
Where's the best place to eat near the Stock Show and Rodeo? Sure, Cafe Modern and Michaels -- but what about Winslow's Wine Cafe? Wine guy Joe Berry joins the Eats Beat podcast to talk about his little neighborhood bistro.
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Eats Beat Ep. 194: Happy New Year!
Happy New Year! This Eats Beat podcast is all about new restaurants in 2022, and chefs in whole new places like "Chopped" winner Denise Shavandy, now ready to pop a cork as the new chef at the American Revelry restaurant in Burleson.
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Eats Beat Ep. 193: Afternoon tea and holiday plans
Where do you take out-of-town guests for the holidays? Chef Peter Kreidler from the Kimbell Art Museum talks about the museum's afternoon tea, holiday plans and what's coming in 2022, all on the Eats Beat podcast.
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Eats Beat Ep. 192: Ghost kitchens, Tex-Mex and tamale time!
Chef Lanny Lancarte II grew up in the Joe T.'s family, and now he has his own home delivery service for fajitas, chicken al carbon and pizza. We talk with Lanny Lancarte about his legacy on the next Eats Beat podcast.
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Eats Beat Ep. 191: Lockhart Smokehouse
What made Mick Jagger go to Oak Cliff for barbecue, and what's it like serving smoked turkey this time of year? Jill Bergus of the top-100 Lockhart Smokehouse legacy joins us on the Eats Beat podcast!
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Eats Beat Ep. 190: Talking BBQ with Texas Monthly's "BBQ Snob"
On a special Eats Beat podcast, Barbecue Editor Daniel Vaughn of Texas Monthly reviews the magazine's top barbecue restaurants in Texas and how Fort Worth and Arlington became home to the new No. 1 BBQ joint.
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Eats Beat Ep. 189: Fletcher's corny dogs!
Everything you ever wanted to know about Fletcher's corny dogs, Texas' favorite State Fair food for nearly 80 years: Amber Fletcher is the guest on the Eats Beat podcast
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Eats Beat Ep. 188 - North Texas tacos
Bud and Steve talk with Texas taco expert Mando Rayo of public radio fame about whether tacos have replaced chili or barbecue as the state's No. 1 dish - and where to go in North Texas for tacos.
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Eats Beat Ep. 187 - DFW Restaurant Week
The summertime deals are back for DFW Restaurant Week. B&B Butchers' "Chef John" Piccolino talks about the $19 lunch deal and the $49 three-course dinner to help support Lena Pope.
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Eats Beat Ep. 186 - New Downtown Restaurant!
Grace owner Adam Jones and chef Blaine Staniford are at it again. They're opening another new restaurant in downtown Fort Worth, and Adam tells us all about it on the Eats Beat podcast
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Eats Beat Ep. 185 - Cafe Modern is back!
Bud and Steve talk with Cafe Modern's new chef from Wolfgang Puck's kitchen in Hollywood, chef Jett Mora, about his new menu and brunch.
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Eats Beat Ep. 184 - Steaks and Arlington eats!
Bud & Steve talk with Arlington's new mayor-elect, Jim Ross, and he's also owner of Mercury Chophouse. He talks steaks and dining on the next Eats Beat podcast
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Eats Beat Ep. 183 - Maria's Mexican Kitchen!
Bud and Steve talk with Felipe Armenta of Maria's Mexican Kitchen about his new hotspot near the Colonial golf course, and about his mother's Tex-Mex legacy.
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Eats Beat Ep. 182 - Southwestern Chef Stephan Pyles
What are your favorite restaurant stops across Texas? Bud and Steve talk with famed Southwestern chef Stephan Pyles.
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Eats Beat Ep. 181 - Cinco de Mayo!
Bud and Steve talk with owner Luipe Ayala of La Playa Maya restaurants in Fort Worth about Cinco de Mayo and 33 years of success.
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Eats Beat Ep. 180 - Brunch!
Bud and Steve talk with chef Ben Merritt of Fixture about his big announcement about one of the city's favorite brunches and what's up at Ben's Triple B (burgers, biscuits and brews).
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Eats Beat Ep. 179 - What's new in Texas BBQ!
Bud and Steve talk with Texas Monthly magazine's "BBQ Editor" Daniel Vaughn about what's new in Texas barbecue and whether KC's barbecue is as good as the Chiefs.
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Eats Beat Ep. 178 - Takeout and curbside dining
Bud and Steve talk with chef-baker Katie Schma about how takeout and curbside dining leads the way at Local Foods Kitchen.
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Eats Beat Ep. 177 - The new face in the Fort Worth Stockyards
Bud and Steve talk with chef Marcus Paslay of Clay Pigeon about the rodeo crowds at his new Provender Hall restaurant in Mule Alley!
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Eats Beat Ep. 176 - It's rodeo time!
It's rodeo time, and that means a trip to the home of "cowboy cuisine," Reata Restaurant. Bud and Steve talk with Mike Micallef about the restaurant's new menu items, about its 25-year history and about its patio and drive-up service.
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Eats Beat Ep. 175 - Meet the most Texan of Texas chefs!
Bud and Steve talk with chef Stephan Pyles. He's dong take-home wood-roasted turkey Thanksgiving dinners with all the sides, and cooking up new ideas for a restaurant with locations in Fort Worth and Grapevine.
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Eats Beat Ep. 174 - Restaurant Week at Grace
DFW Restaurant Week is all about discovering unique local dining, and Grace's Adam Jones is the biggest supporter. Bud and Steve talk with Jones about Grace's menu, patio dining and why to support Lena Pope and Restaurant Week.
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Eats Beat Ep. 173 - Mac’s on Main
Bud and Steve talk with Mac’s on Main owner Rena Frost about her $39 Restaurant Week menu and what makes their chicken fried steak so good.
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Eats Beat Ep. 172 - Burritos, Fajitas & 'Ritas
Bud and Steve talk with Chef Tim Love about his new ghost Kitchen burrito concept, what's new at his Lonesome Dove and Gemelle restaurants and how restaurant owners need help to keep going through COVID-19.
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Eats Beat Ep. 171 - Belzoni's Catfish Cafe
Bud and Steve talk with Catfish wizard Dwight Cooley about his featherlight fried catfish in Belzoni's Catfish Cafe, inspired by the cooking in his home Belzoni, Mississippi.
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Eats Beat Ep. 170 - Southside barbecue boom!
Bud and Steve talk with Derrick Walker of Smoke-A-Holics talks about how he works with Panther City and other good restaurants.
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Eats Beat Ep. 169 - How to stay safe when dining out
She loves sushi and hibachi grills. But she's also a public health expert. Bud and Steve talk with Erin Carlson from UT Arlington about how to stay safe when dining out.
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Eats Beat Ep. 168 - New Cane Rosso is opening
Bud and Steve talk with Jay Jerrier about his new Cane Rosso location in Arlington, wood-fired pizzas and dealing with the coronavirus.
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Eats Beat Ep. 167 - Chef Point Cafe
Bud and Steve talk with Chef Point Cafe founders Franson Nwaeze and Paula Merrell about how the "calamari Conoco," a gas-station grill with seafood, duck and fine sauces, has grown into two restaurants!
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Eats Beat Ep. 166 - Rosako's Soul Food
Bud and Steve talk with Rosako Bailey of Rosako's Soul Food in Bedford. Rosako's has a following among Cowboys and Mavericks players, and has been on the Food and Travel Channels. But COVID-19 and high beef prices have left him staggered.
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Eats Beat Ep. 165 - Enchiladas Olé
Bud and Steve talk with Mary Patino Perez, the enchilada queen and owner of Enchiladas Olé, about a new restaurant location and retail enchilada sauces.
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Eats Beat Ep. 164 - Pandemic edition
Bud and Steve talk with Chef Jon Bonnell, a leader in the Fort Worth’s restaurant industry, talks about his switch to family meals and Waters’ reopening.
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