Restaurant Hoppen

Shava Jackson left her home of Jamaica to attend medical school with no thoughts of entering the hospitality industry, but her food truck has become one of the hotspots in Omaha. It's incredibly meaningful for Shava to share her food and culture with Omaha, and customers love it so much that some have said they've booked trips to Jamaica after visiting Jerk Makin Shack! Hear Shava's story and better understand the beauty of this cuisine. 📍 Jerk Makin Shack 7100 Dodge Street Omaha, Nebraska This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠ or visit ⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠! #RestaurantHoppen #OmahaFood #JamaicanCuisine #FoodTruck #OmahaRestaurants Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the Executive Chef at Marcus Samuelsson's Washington DC restaurant and a contestant on the most recent Top Chef season, Anthony Jones is one of America's rising culinary stars. His success comes from his humility and the unique way in which he's able to connect his food with culture and memories. We discuss his restaurant goals now compared to when he started cooking and get into all kinds of fun Top Chef discussion. References Restaurant Hoppen – Hosted by Dan Hoppen Marcus Samuelsson's Restaurant – ⁠Marcus Samuelsson⁠ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! #RestaurantHoppen #TopChef #OmahaFood #CulinaryJourney #AnthonyJones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We hear about how important it is to shop and eat locally produce meats and vegetables, but do we really know why? Three local producers—Tiff Clifton (Long Walk Farms), Roger Morgan (Morgan Ranch), and Kevin Novak (Flavor Country Farms)—joined me to discuss the benefits of eating and buying local products, both for the individual and the economy. We also discussed the need for farming education, what types of conversations they have with restaurant chefs, and so much more! References Tiff Clifton - https://www.longwalkfarm.com/ Roger Morgan - https://morganranchinc.com/ Kevin Novak - https://flavorcountryfarms.com https://www.facebook.com/p/Flavor-Country-Farms-100063458495359/ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daniel worked in some of America's most well-known restaurants in San Francisco and now brings those unique experiences and what he learned to Koji. We talk through his career and unpack the different levels of service he's overseen. From Michelin stars to mismatched forks, personalized tasting menus, and more, Daniel's had a fascinating career, and I learned a lot from retracing his steps. If you've ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at great restaurants, this episode offers a fascinating look into the mindset, philosophy, and passion that drive exceptional dining experiences. References Restaurant Hoppen – Hosted by Dan Hoppen Koji Omaha – Koji Omaha This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction to Daniel Bello & Koji 01:15 – How Daniel describes Koji 03:10 – Falling in love with wine 05:00 – Mentorship, hospitality & wine education 07:15 – What wine certification exams are really like 10:05 – Moving from California to Omaha 11:45 – Working at Town Hall in San Francisco 14:15 – Michael Mina & the Michelin-star experience 18:00 – State Bird Provisions and redefining hospitality 21:15 – Creating approachable tasting menu experiences 25:00 – Adapting to new restaurants and leadership roles 29:00 – What made Omaha's food scene stand out 34:30 – Michelin stars, awards, and staying grounded 38:00 – Why Daniel moved to Omaha 40:10 – Omaha's restaurant scene exceeds expectations 42:20 – Why restaurants are competing with fast food 46:00 – Hospitality vs. service 49:00 – Leading Koji without changing its identity 52:00 – What Daniel wishes every diner understood 54:15 – His favorite part of the restaurant industry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Margartia Gonzalez's food has always thrilled her family; so much so that it became a goal to open a food truck since they came to the United States from Jalisco in 2010. That dream was finally realized in 2023, and Omaha has absolutely fallen in love with the tacos, tortas, tamales, and especially the vampiro tacos coming off this truck! Hear the story of this family-run business and how they're using the food truck to share their culture with Omaha. 📍 Ma Mona Food Truck 3536 Q Street Omaha, Nebraska +1 402-706-1424 [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/mamonaomaha https://www.facebook.com/p/Ma-Mona-Omaha-100091494742488/ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00 – Omaha's Taco Truck Hidden Gem: Meet Ma Mona 01:05 – The Meaning Behind "Ma Mona" & A Mother's Dream 02:15 – Bringing Authentic Jalisco Mexican Food to Omaha 04:10 – Moving from Mexico to Nebraska & Building a New Life 05:02 – Margarita Gonzalez: The Inspiration Behind Everything 06:15 – Why Food Has Always Been the Heart of This Family 08:00 – Everything Is Made From Scratch Every Single Day 09:15 – Launching Ma Mona Food Truck & Learning the Business 11:30 – Customers Started Building the Menu 13:05 – What Is a Huarache? Traditional Mexican Street Food Explained 14:15 – Creating a Small Menu With Big Flavor 15:20 – Omaha's Obsession With The Vampiro Taco 17:10 – How the Vampiro Taco Was Created 19:00 – The Best Proteins to Order at Ma Mona 21:05 – When Restaurant Hoppen Sent Omaha To Ma Mona 22:15 – Going Viral & Selling Mountains of Vampiro Tacos 23:20 – Running a Food Truck as a Family Business 24:30 – Working With Family Without Losing Your Mind 25:15 – The First Three Months Were Brutal 27:05 – Faith, Persistence & Refusing to Quit 28:35 – Finding the Perfect Food Truck Location 30:05 – The Dream of Opening a Brick-and-Mortar Restaurant 31:20 – Recipes Passed Down Through Generations 33:00 – Why Sharing Mexican Culture Through Food Matters 34:20 – Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up #RestaurantHoppen #OmahaFood #MexicanFood #FoodTruck #OmahaRestaurants Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

He was born in China and grew up in Hawaii, so Peter has a great desire to bring those cuisines to Omaha. But it was actually his wife and their shared love of food that got him into the restaurant industry! The owner of Bobo's Noodles & Dumplings, Blue Hawaii, and Bo Bo China tells his story and what inspired him to open 3 restaurants, all of which bring something very unique to the Omaha restaurant scene. If you love Omaha food, restaurant stories, dumplings, Hawaiian cuisine, or hearing how entrepreneurs chase the American Dream — this is an episode you won’t want to miss. 🍜🌺🥟 Try all three restaurants for yourself! 🥟 Bobo's Noodles & Dumplings: https://www.bobosnoodlesdumplings.com/ Blue Hawaii: https://www.bluehawaiifood808.com/ Bo Bo China https://www.bobochina888.com/ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro | The Omaha Restaurateur Running 3 Unique Restaurants 00:01 – Peter Pan’s Food Journey Begins With His Wife 00:03 – Why Omaha Needed an Authentic Chinese Dumpling Restaurant 00:05 – Inside Bobo’s Handmade Dumpling & Noodle Process 00:07 – Why Dumplings Are “Comfort Food” in Chinese Culture 00:09 – Northern China vs Southern China Food Traditions 00:11 – The Beef Pancake Rolls That Stole the Show 00:13 – The RIGHT Way to Eat Soup Dumplings (According to Peter Pan) 00:16 – How Hawaii’s “Aloha Spirit” Changed Peter’s Life 00:18 – Peter’s Journey From China to Honolulu at Age 15 00:20 – Learning Restaurant Life Working 14-Hour Days in Hawaii 00:23 – How Food Helped Peter Build His Relationship With His Wife 00:26 – Why Peter Left Hawaii for Omaha, Nebraska 00:29 – The Reality of Owning Multiple Restaurants 00:32 – Why Peter Keeps Opening Restaurants Despite the Stress 00:35 – Inside Blue Hawaii’s Hawaiian Food Philosophy 00:37 – How Omaha Restaurants Get Fresh Sushi-Grade Fish 00:39 – The Story Behind Omaha’s Viral Sushi Tacos 00:41 – Why Unique Viral Dishes Matter for Restaurants 00:42 – Peter Pan on Family, Sacrifice & the American Dream 00:44 – Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up #OmahaRestaurants #ChineseFood #HawaiianFood #RestaurantHoppen #OmahaFoodie #Dumplings #SushiTacos #OmahaEats #FoodPodcast #SmallBusiness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For all the great food Omaha has, indigenous and Native American cuisine wasn't really available... until this food truck/pop-up arose! Cassie Hinman started baking and cooking with Against the Current because she enjoyed it, but she and Quentin realized Omaha deserved to experience the brilliance of Indian tacos, bison ribs, and other indigenous foods. Hear their story on this episode! Check them out today!! Tradish(Ish)https://tradishish.square.site/?location_id=LNEPVHX9545VZ&fulfillment=PICKUP Against the Currenthttps://www.facebook.com/againstthecurrent/ Tradish(Ish) Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/tradishish/ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00 – Omaha’s Indigenous Food Scene Needs This 01:10 – What Is Against the Current? 03:00 – How Shared Meals Helped Heal Families 05:12 – Why Food Became Their Love Language 07:05 – The Inspiration Behind Tradish Ish 09:20 – The Real History of Fry Bread 11:35 – Dan’s First Experience with Indigenous Cuisine 13:00 – How Cassie & Quentin Met 15:00 – Helping More Than 70 Youth Through Boys Town 18:20 – Cassie’s Journey Into Cooking & Baking 22:05 – From Birthday Cakes to Catering 24:40 – Why They Rebranded to Against the Current 27:10 – The First Indian Taco Pop-Up 30:25 – The Dream of Indigenous Food in Omaha 33:00 – Why Ingredients & Sourcing Matter 36:45 – The Grand Opening Chaos at Bushwhackers 39:20 – Creating the Omaha Cheesesteak 43:10 – Omaha’s Reaction to Fry Bread & Native Cuisine 47:05 – The Bigger Vision for Tradish (Ish) 52:10 – Why Indigenous Food Belongs in Omaha 57:00 – Final Thoughts & Where to Find Tradish(Ish) If you love Omaha restaurants, chef interviews, food culture, entrepreneurship stories, or discovering hidden gems in the Midwest food scene — this episode is for you. #RestaurantHoppen #TradishIsh #OmahaFood #NativeAmericanCuisine #FoodTruck #IndigenousCuisine #FryBread #IndianTaco #OmahaRestaurants #FoodPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kate has seen customers tear up while eating her hand pies, and the warm, nostalgic feelings tied with that buttery, flaky crust are indeed powerful. Stuffed with either sweet or savory fillings, her hand pies have transformative powers. Kate and I talked about how she's constantly coming up with new variations, how Carter & Rye grew from a side hustle in her full-time gig, the value of growing a business slowly versus rapid expansion, and more! 🥧 Learn more about Carter & Rye:https://carterandrye.com/ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro: The Hand Pie Revolution 00:01:02 – What Exactly Is a Hand Pie? 00:02:20 – How Hand Pies Compare to Empanadas & Samosas 00:03:15 – Why Hand Pies Feel So Nostalgic 00:04:10 – Watching Customers Get Emotional Over Food 00:05:00 – Kate’s Childhood Pie Memories 00:06:20 – The Brown Sugar Cinnamon Connection 00:07:10 – How Carter & Rye’s Menu Changes Every Week 00:09:05 – Keeping the Business Simple & Seasonal 00:10:05 – Creativity Through Constantly Changing Flavors 00:11:40 – Why Customers Follow Every Weekly Menu Drop 00:12:20 – The Science (and Chaos) of Pie Dough 00:13:40 – Power Outages & Extra-Flaky Dough 00:14:10 – Best Selling Hand Pie Flavors 00:15:00 – Announcing the “Brekkie Cubano” Hand Pie 00:16:15 – How Dan Inspired a New Flavor 00:17:10 – Kate’s Favorite Story Behind a Hand Pie 00:18:10 – Collaborating with Lazy Buffalo & Local Farmers 00:19:15 – Why Carter & Rye Loves Collaborations 00:20:00 – Creating Community Through Food Pop-Ups 00:21:30 – The Dream Hand Pie Kate Wants to Make 00:22:30 – Inspired by Ramen: Pork Belly Hand Pie Ideas 00:24:00 – “We’ll Never Make All the Hand Pies We Want To” 00:25:05 – Why Carter & Rye Still Loves the Farmers Market 00:27:10 – The Labor Behind Every Hand Pie 00:29:00 – Scaling Without Sacrificing Quality 00:30:05 – The Rise of Small Specialty Bakeries 00:31:10 – Why Scarcity Created Massive FOMO 00:32:20 – The Origins of Carter & Rye 00:33:15 – Starting as a Side Hustle at No More Empty Pots 00:34:10 – Why Hand Pies Became the Perfect Business 00:35:30 – The Convenience of Frozen Hand Pies 00:36:30 – Their First Ever Pop-Up in 2019 00:37:45 – Losing a Business Partner & Going All In 00:39:30 – Taking the Leap Into Full-Time Entrepreneurship 00:41:00 – The Uncertainty of Running a Business During COVID 00:43:00 – Comfort Food During the Pandemic 00:45:20 – Opening the Carter & Rye Storefront 00:47:00 – Why Their Tiny Shop Actually Works 00:48:15 – What’s Next for Carter & Rye? 00:49:40 – The Power of Organic Business Growth 00:51:10 – Why Bigger Isn’t Always Better 00:52:20 – “I Still Love Making Hand Pies” 00:53:20 – The Joy of Making Food for People 00:55:00 – Dan on Why Carter & Rye Is So Special #RestaurantHoppen #CarterAndRye #HandPies #OmahaFood #FarmersMarket Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We hear consistently that life as a restaurant owner is so hard... but as diners, we can't fully understand what that reality is really like. On this panel, Ben Maides (Au Courant), Paul Urban (Block 16), and Katina Talley (Sweet Magnolias Bake Shop; Know Good) pull back the curtain, tell stories, and lay bare why the restaurant industry is so hard... and why they love it so much that they keep coming back! This episode is raw, honest, and deeply human—giving you a new perspective on the people behind your favorite restaurants. 🌐 Learn more: https://www.sweetmagnoliasbakeshop.com/ https://www.aucourantrestaurant.com/ https://block16omaha.com/ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro: The Reality of Restaurant Life 00:01:00 – Meet the Panel (Omaha’s Restaurant Leaders) 00:03:00 – Why This Conversation Matters 00:04:00 – When They First Wanted to Open a Restaurant 00:05:00 – Reality Check: It’s Not About Cooking Anymore 00:06:30 – Wearing Every Hat (Owner, Boss, Therapist…) 00:08:30 – “Don’t Do It” – The Industry Joke Explained 00:10:00 – When the Job Becomes About People, Not Food 00:12:30 – Mentorship & Building a Team Culture 00:14:30 – Why They Still Open New Restaurants Anyway 00:15:00 – The Breaking Point: “Why Am I Doing This?” 00:18:00 – 18-Hour Days & The Reality of Burnout 00:20:00 – Restaurant Life = A Roller Coaster 00:22:00 – Myths About Restaurant Life (Food TV vs Reality) 00:25:00 – Chain Restaurants vs Local Restaurants 00:27:30 – Why Local Ingredients Cost More (And Matter More) 00:30:00 – The Truth About Customer Reviews 00:32:30 – Why Restaurants Just Want You to Be Happy 00:35:00 – Taking Risks in Food (And Why It Matters) 00:37:30 – “The Customer Is Always Right?” Debate 00:40:00 – How Restaurant Life Changes You as a Person 00:42:30 – Staffing Challenges & Post-COVID Reality 00:45:00 – The Next Generation of Chefs 00:47:30 – What Success Looks Like in Restaurants Today 00:49:00 – How Diners Can Have a Better Experience 00:52:00 – Why Omaha’s Food Scene Is Special 00:54:30 – Final Thoughts: What Restaurants Want You to Know #RestaurantHoppen #RestaurantLife #ChefLife #OmahaEats #Hospitality Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pizza culture embedded itself in Dylan's DNA around 2009, and he always dreamed of opening a pizzeria. That dream finally came to fruition in 2006 with Very Important Pizza, a NY style slice shop that has quickly gotten Omaha's attention. Dylan and I discuss what makes pizza culture different, why a cheese slice defines a pizzeria, and what it was like to finally realize his lifelong pizza dream. This episode is about more than food—it’s about doing something the right way, every single day. 🌐 Learn more:https://veryimportantpizzaomaha.com/ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro: The Bold Name “Very Important Pizza” 00:01:15 – The Meaning Behind the Name (Playful vs Serious) 00:05:00 – If You Don’t Like the Name… Try the Pizza 00:06:00 – Why Pizza Became His Life’s Work 00:08:30 – Culture, Community & Why It Matters 00:10:00 – The Obsession: Getting 1% Better Every Day 00:12:30 – Why Dough Is Never “Mastered” 00:15:00 – Innovation vs Tradition (The Perfect Wheel) 00:18:30 – Why He Doesn’t Reinvent Pizza 00:20:00 – Why New York Pizza Just Feels Right 00:23:00 – Why a Cheese Slice Tells You Everything 00:25:00 – The “3 Legs” of Great Pizza (Dough, Sauce, Cheese) 00:27:00 – Why Simple Food Is the Hardest to Execute 00:30:00 – How He Got Started Cooking (Post-Katrina Story) 00:33:00 – Discovering Pizza & Finding His Path 00:36:00 – The Reality of Restaurant Life (No Glamour) 00:38:30 – Learning Culture & Leadership from Mentors 00:40:00 – What Makes Great Restaurant Culture 00:42:30 – Respect vs Fear in Kitchens 00:45:00 – The Unexpected Yakitori Chapter 00:48:30 – When It Was Finally Time to Open His Own Shop 00:50:00 – The Long Road to Opening Day 00:52:00 – Soft Opening Night (Line Out the Door) 00:54:30 – The Best Night of His Life 00:56:00 – Gratitude, Risk & Taking the Shot 00:58:30 – Final Thoughts: Why It All Matters #RestaurantHoppen #Pizza #OmahaEats #ChefLife #Entrepreneurship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Top Chef alums and restaurant veterans Joe and Adrienne started a podcast to bring the conversations inside kitchens to the world, and the Chef's Cut has blown up! Check out my conversation with these beloved chefs as we discuss the podcast's origins, what the term "chef" means today, Top Chef memories, and whether Padma Laksmi or Tom Collichio would be a better podcast guest! 🌐 Check out Chef’s Cut Podcast:https://chefscutpodcast.com/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chefs-cut/id1820686169 https://www.youtube.com/@ChefsCutPod This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro: Top Chef Legends Join the Show 00:01:00 – The Most Brutal Top Chef Challenge Ever 😂 00:03:30 – What It’s Really Like Being on Top Chef 00:05:00 – What Does “Chef” Even Mean Today? 00:08:30 – Why the Word Chef Has Changed Over Time 00:10:00 – How Their Friendship Started (Top Chef Season 15) 00:12:30 – Why They Became Close Friends 00:15:00 – The Origin of the Chef’s Cut Podcast 00:18:30 – Why Their Podcast Resonates With Chefs & Fans 00:20:30 – Talking About the Hard Stuff in Restaurants 00:23:30 – How the Podcast Has Evolved Over Time 00:25:00 – Favorite Guests & Lessons Learned 00:30:00 – Padma vs Tom Colicchio (Who Would You Choose?) 00:35:00 – Food Network Shows & Competition Strategy 00:38:30 – Why They Don’t Chase TV Fame 00:40:00 – Restaurants vs Media (What Matters More?) 00:42:00 – Becoming a “Chef Personality” 00:45:00 – Why Representation in Kitchens Matters 00:48:00 – Behind the Scenes of Starting a Podcast 00:50:00 – What Guests Don’t Understand About Restaurants 00:53:30 – The Right Way to Treat Restaurant Staff 00:55:00 – Why Chefs Love the Industry (Final Thoughts) #RestaurantHoppen #TopChef #ChefLife #FoodPodcast #Hospitality Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Collin Werner might only be 27, but don't let his age fool you. He's already worked in some of the most well-regarded kitchens in Omaha, now advancing to become the Chef de Cuisine at Au Courant. We run through Collin's career, assess the lessons he learned at different stops, discuss the value of culinary school, and more! This episode is a deep dive into creativity, discipline, and what it really takes to succeed in a modern kitchen. 🌐 Learn more about Au Courant:https://www.aucourantrestaurant.com/ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Meet Chef Collin Werner (Au Courant) 00:00:57 – What Makes Au Courant Unique (New Menu Every Week) 00:02:30 – How the Team Creates Dishes Together 00:03:30 – What a Chef de Cuisine Actually Does 00:04:30 – Learning from Chef Ben Maides 00:05:00 – Inside the Weekly Tasting Menu Process 00:07:00 – Why Menu Structure Matters in Fine Dining 00:08:30 – A Dish He’s Most Proud Of 00:09:30 – Why Fine Dining Is Addicting 00:10:00 – How Hospitality Changes Your Perspective 00:11:30 – Staying Organized in a High-Pressure Kitchen 00:13:00 – Mentors Who Shaped His Career 00:14:00 – Should Chefs Read Reviews? 00:15:00 – How He Fell in Love with Cooking 00:16:30 – When Cooking Became a Career Path 00:17:30 – Starting Culinary School at Metro 00:18:30 – Culinary School vs Restaurant Experience 00:20:00 – From Dishwasher to Sous Chef 00:21:30 – What a “Stage” (Kitchen Tryout) Is Like 00:23:00 – Taking the Leap to V. Mertz 00:24:30 – “Comfortability Kills” Explained 00:25:30 – Why Au Courant Never Gets Comfortable 00:27:00 – Balancing Creativity with Weekly Menus 00:28:30 – Transitioning to Clean Slate (Work-Life Balance) 00:30:00 – Returning to Fine Dining (Au Courant) 00:31:30 – Becoming Chef de Cuisine at 27 00:33:00 – Managing People vs Cooking Food 00:34:30 – Cooking with Local Farms (On-Site Experience) 00:36:00 – Culinary Competitions & Staying Calm 00:37:30 – Always Saying Yes to New Opportunities 00:38:30 – Future Goals: Michelin-Star Kitchens 00:39:30 – What Guests Don’t Understand About Restaurants 00:40:30 – Why He Loves the Industry #RestaurantHoppen #ChefLife #OmahaEats #FineDining #CulinaryCreativity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Understanding and reacting to guest expectations. Reacting to and engaging with shifting staff expectations. Crafting experiences different from those found at chain restaurants. These are but a few of the obstacles restaurateurs juggle, and few are better to talk to them about than Paul Kulik, the James Beard-nominated chef at Le Bouillon and one of the most interesting men I've met. Paul and I have a fascinating smorgasbord of a conversation about how COVID changed food, the ideal restaurant review system, and so, so much more! 🌐 Learn more about Le Bouillon:https://www.lebouillonomaha.com/ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00:00 – One of Omaha’s Most Influential Restaurateurs 00:01:05 – How the Food Scene Has Changed Since 2020 00:03:30 – The “Anthony Bourdain Era” Explained 00:06:00 – Work-Life Balance vs Restaurant Reality 00:08:45 – Why Staffing Became So Difficult After COVID 00:10:05 – Why Restaurants Are NOT Profitable (Reality Check) 00:12:10 – Do Restaurants Even Matter? (Big Question) 00:14:30 – Hospitality vs Service (Game-Changing Concept) 00:17:30 – Why Some Restaurants Feel Special 00:20:10 – “Everything Is Falling Apart” Behind the Scenes 00:22:30 – Chain Restaurants vs Independent Restaurants 00:25:00 – Why Perfection Is Impossible in Restaurants 00:28:00 – What Makes a Restaurant Experience Memorable 00:30:00 – Why You Trust Some Restaurants Instantly 00:32:30 – When a Meal Disappoints (And Why It Still Matters) 00:35:10 – The Right vs Wrong Way to Handle Mistakes 00:37:45 – The Problem with Google Reviews & Yelp 00:40:10 – Why Reviews Don’t Work (And What Should Replace Them) 00:43:30 – What “Good Taste” Actually Means 00:46:00 – James Beard Recognition & Career Reflection 00:48:30 – The Philosophy Behind Le Bouillon 00:50:10 – Making Wine Accessible (Without the Snobbery) 00:53:10 – How to Have a Better Dining Experience 00:56:00 – Final Thoughts: Trust the Experience #RestaurantHoppen #LeBouillon #OmahaEats #FoodPodcast #Hospitality Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tony and Amber Ellsworth are farmers, store owners, and give Omahans so many ways to support local. Their store, Ellsworth Crossing, features meat, vegetables, and more from more than 100 farmers and ranches, giving Omahans easy access to great products. This isn't just great for the taste of the food, but also for the health benefits it has for customers. Tony goes into detail on all that and the origins of the store in our great discussion! This is more than a food episode—it’s about where your food comes from, who you’re supporting, and how it impacts your life. 🌐 Learn more about Ellsworth Crossing:https://ellsworthcrossing.com/ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps 00:00:00 – Intro: The Local Food Market Changing Omaha 00:00:57 – Meet Tony Ellsworth (Ellsworth Crossing) 00:02:30 – What Is Ellsworth Crossing? (100+ Farmers Under One Roof) 00:06:45 – From Personal Health Journey to Business Mission 00:11:30 – What “Farm-to-Fork” Actually Means (And Why It’s Misused) 00:16:20 – Why Meeting Your Farmer Matters 00:21:45 – How They Vet Every Product (No Buzzwords Allowed) 00:27:10 – Helping Small Farmers Survive & Thrive 00:32:40 – Buying Whole Animals (And Why It Changes Everything) 00:38:30 – The Functional Medicine Wake-Up Call 00:45:15 – How Clean Eating Transformed Tony’s Health 00:52:00 – Grocery Bills vs Medical Bills (Eye-Opening Perspective) 00:58:30 – Why Food Quality Matters More Than Price #RestaurantHoppen #SupportLocal #FarmToFork #OmahaEats #CleanEating Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don Doty and Wendy Becker were both comfortable in their culinary positions, but memories of a trip to Rome inspired Don to make a bold move—open a new restaurant late in his career. The gamble paid off as Cibo Vino is thriving and supplying downtown Omaha with a welcoming, down-home Italian experience. 🌐 Learn more about Cibo Vino:https://www.cibovinoomaha.com/ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps 00:00:00 – Intro: The Italian Restaurant Omaha Needed 00:00:57 – The Rome Meal That Inspired Cibo Vino 00:04:30 – Why Simplicity Creates the Best Italian Food 00:08:45 – No Shortcuts: House-Made Pasta, Bread & Sauces 00:13:30 – Why Consistency Is the Key to Restaurant Success 00:18:20 – 25-Year Friendship → Business Partnership 00:23:00 – Opening a Restaurant During Uncertainty 00:27:30 – Front vs Back of House (And Why It Usually Clashes) 00:32:45 – How They Built a Positive Restaurant Culture 00:38:40 – Leading a Team Without Toxic Kitchen Culture 00:44:30 – Why Italian Food? Passion + Simplicity 00:48:00 – The Story Behind the Name “Cibo Vino” 00:52:10 – The Focaccia Everyone Talks About 00:56:30 – Family Involvement & Building a Legacy 01:02:15 – Why Teamwork Beats Hierarchy in the Kitchen 01:07:30 – Starter Pastas Explained (A Better Dining Experience) 01:13:45 – Best Non-Pasta Dishes You Need to Try 01:19:30 – Fresh vs Dry Pasta (When Each Is Better) 01:25:10 – How Chefs Pair Pasta with Sauces 01:31:00 – From Corporate Career to Self-Taught Chef 01:38:30 – Opening Day Chaos (And What They Learned) 01:45:00 – How to Handle Stress in a Busy Restaurant 01:51:30 – How Cibo Vino Has Grown Since Opening 01:57:00 – What Guests Don’t Understand About Restaurants 02:02:00 – Why They Love the Restaurant Industry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abe began the Executive Chef at Cattle Call at age 22, but don't think this youngster is over his head. He's creating a wide variety of amazing culinary experiences at this downtown Omaha restaurant, from exquisite fine dining plates to incredible desserts and one of the weirdest (and most delicious!) burgers in the city. This is one of Omaha's next star chefs, and he's ready for his introduction. Get to know him on this fascinating episode! 🌐 Learn more about Cattle Call:https://www.cattlecallomaha.com/ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro: Omaha’s Rising Chef at Just 23 00:00:57 – Meet Abe Vidaurre (Executive Chef at 23) 00:03:30 – What Makes Cattle Call So Unique? (4 Concepts in One) 00:07:45 – Why Momos Are the Heart of the Menu 00:11:30 – Share Plates & the Power of Dining Together 00:16:20 – Why the Menu Changes Constantly 00:20:10 – How Great Dishes Are Created (Inspiration Process) 00:25:40 – The Momo Burger Story 🍔 00:31:15 – Why Omaha Needs Better Late-Night Food 00:36:50 – Turning Ideas Into Real Menu Items 00:42:30 – Why a Chef’s Brain Never Turns Off 00:47:10 – Why Desserts Are a Hidden Strength 00:52:45 – “Do Less” Philosophy Explained 00:58:30 – Building the Perfect Ribeye Dish 01:05:10 – Learning from Omaha’s Best Restaurants 01:12:40 – Why Fine Dining Changed His Career 01:18:20 – Culinary School vs Restaurant Experience 01:23:30 – Becoming Executive Chef (The Leap) 01:29:10 – Leading a Team at a Young Age 01:35:00 – The Future of Cattle Call & Omaha Dining #RestaurantHoppen #OmahaEats #YoungChef #ChefLife #RestaurantCulture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are a lot of debates about the state of culinary school in America, and as Metro CC's Dean of Hospitality & Horticulture,  Brian O'Malley has heard them all. In a wide-ranging conversation, we discuss the debate of attending culinary school versus learning solely in professional kitchens, the state of leadership in modern kitchens and avoiding toxicity, the importance of Metro's on-site restaurant, and so much more. References: Metro Community College – https://www.metro.edu Sage Student Bistro – https://www.metro.edu/sage-student-bistro ProStart Competition – https://www.prostart.americanculinaryfoundation.org This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro: One of Omaha’s Most Influential Culinary Leaders 00:00:57 – Meet Brian O’Malley (Metro Community College) 00:03:57 – Culinary School vs Restaurant Experience (The Real Answer) 00:08:45 – Why “Learning How to Learn” Changes Everything 00:13:30 – How Chefs Actually Improve (The Scallop Example) 00:18:20 – Why Metro’s Culinary Program Stands Out 00:23:00 – Why Guests Matter More Than Grades in Restaurants 00:27:30 – Inside Sage Student Bistro (Student-Run Restaurant) 00:32:45 – Bridging the Gap: Classroom vs Real Kitchen Pressure 00:38:40 – Toxic Kitchen Culture & Leadership Problems 00:45:30 – What Makes a Great Chef (Hint: It’s Not Cooking) 00:50:00 – Building Better Kitchens Through Leadership 00:54:30 – What Every Culinary Graduate Should Know 01:00:00 – Final Thoughts: The Future of Restaurants Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3 chefs from beloved Omaha sandwich restaurants joined me to discuss why sandwiches are so universally loved. Paul Urban (Block 16), Chloe Tran-Thompson (The Banh Mi Shop), and Andrew Novak (All In Thyme Bakery & Cafe) discuss why sandwiches are so closely tied to memory, the art of sandwich construction, choosing the right bread for a particular sandwich, the craziest sandwiches they've created, and more! References All In Thyme – https://www.allintimerestaurant.com Banh Mi Shop – https://www.banhmishopomaha.com Block 16 – https://www.block16.com This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro & Teaser 00:01:44 – What is a Sandwich? 00:08:22 – Passion for Sandwiches 00:16:46 – Signature Sandwiches 00:23:31 – The Key to an Elite Sandwich 00:27:15 – Sandwich Construction 00:40:36 – Longevity & Legacy 00:47:32 – Let’s Talk Bread 00:53:05 – The Right Sauce 00:55:32 – Quick Hitters & Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If Omaha had a hospitality Mount Rushmore, Matt Brown's face would be chiseled onto it. The GM of V. Mertz joined me to discuss how he and his team customize the restaurant experience for each individual guest, how he's helped keep a beloved, classic Omaha restaurant modern and current without alienating original customers, what an advanced sommelier wine exam entails, and so much more. If you want to understand what goes into a restaurant experience beyond the food (we talk plenty of food, too!), this is a must-listen episode. Learn more about V. Mertz:https://www.vmertz.com/ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro & Teaser 00:00:57 – Welcome to the Show, Matt! 00:03:57 – “Reading the Guests” 00:11:15 – V. Mertz, Then & Now 00:17:45 – Restaurant Collaboration 00:23:49 – Turnover Learning Curve 00:23:49 – Wine Exams 00:31:57 – Kitchen & Front of House Communication 00:44:15 – General Manager at 21 00:50:24 – Tips to Become a Better Diner 00:53:51 – Wrap-Up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Candy may seem simple, but nailing the textures and flavors of your favorite gummies and chews is actually a deeply scientific process. That's where people like Tessa come in, as her company, Sprinkk, not only helps brands bring their candy dreams to life, but has also started producing its own gummy products. The knowledge she drops in this conversation will blow your mind; you'll never look at candy the same way again! 🌐 Learn more about Sprink:https://www.sprinkk.com/ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro & Teaser 00:00:58 – Candy Science! 00:08:02 – Two Sides to Sprink 00:15:56 – Success Stories in Candy 00:23:49 – Sprink’s Show & Tell 00:31:56 – Find the Product! 00:36:51 – Working at Hershey 00:39:37 – Coming Back to Omaha 00:47:20 – Husker Gummies & the Future 00:51:53 – Wrap-Up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ken Ota has a goal of bringing traditional Japanese ramen to America and, after years of teaching ramen school and consulting, he's opened his own shop in Omaha. Everything from the soups to the noodles and oils is made in house, and Omaha can't get enough of this new restaurant! Ken & Aki describe what those first few weeks in Omaha were like and what makes them so passionate about spreading legit ramen in America. Learn more about Mi So La Do:https://www.facebook.com/p/Misolado-61584155314599/ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro & Teaser 00:01:07 – Welcome to the Show 00:05:54 – Homemade Everything & Stellar Hospitality 00:13:38 – A Menu Focused on Flavor 00:22:26 – Pop-Ups & Special Events 00:30:11 – Coming to America 00:44:16 – Coming to Omaha 00:51:28 – The Future of Crafted Ramen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just a few years out of culinary school and already the sous chef at one of Omaha's most beloved fine dining restaurants, Witney has a passion for cooking, hospitality, and mentoring that few can match. We talked about cooking competitions and how they shaped Witney's career, how a dish comes together at V. Mertz's, how Witney found her culinary voice, and so much more! 📍 V. Mertz Downtown Omahahttps://www.vmertz.com/ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro & Teaser 00:00:57 – Welcome to the Show, Witney! 00:08:51 – Special Dishes 00:13:47 – What Does a Sous Chef Do? 00:23:15 – Culinary Arts Championships 00:35:30 – Dandelion Project 00:44:42 – The Supper Club Dinner 00:49:54 – Final Questions & Wrap-Up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Omaha's culinary landscape has changed drastically in the last 15-20 years. Jenny Coco, Glenn Wheeler, and Paul Kulik have managed Omaha restaurants through it all, and they joined me to discuss the pain points when they got into the industry, how they helped guests get out of their comfort zones, and how Omaha's restaurants have evolved.  References Paul Kulik – https://www.libuyan.com Jenny Coco – https://www.lindenhouseomaha.com Glenn Wheeler – https://www.spencerssteaks.com James Beard Foundation – https://www.jamesbeard.org Metro Community College – https://www.mccneb.edu This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro & Teaser 00:01:47 – Let’s Meet the Chefs! 00:05:04 – Last 15 Years of Omaha’s Food Scene 00:12:47 – Bringing Chefs to Omaha 00:34:27 – James Beard Nominees 00:41:43 – Omaha’s National Recognition 00:51:45 – Leadership in Restaurants 00:57:27 – The Future of Omaha Dining Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Table Grace Cafe doesn't exist solely to feed people; it exists to empower them and nourish their souls. That's why there are no prices on the menu. Matt & Simone encourage guests to pay whatever they can or volunteer at the cafe. We talked through the whole journey and how the Webers created this unique concept, how music is intertwined with the cafe's DNA, and the relationships and community that have formed inside its walls. 📍 Table Grace Cafe Downtown Omaha | Pay-What-You-Can Dining Website: tablegracecafe.com This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro & Teaser 00:01:15 – What Is Table Grace’s Mission? 00:09:45 – Community Impact 00:21:04 – The Gospel Brunch 00:25:20 – The Menu 00:35:22 – The Leap of Faith 00:44:05 – Table Grace’s Legacy 00:49:07 – Table Grace, the Musical 01:01:01 – Wrap-Up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of Omaha's newest sensations is part small market, part sandwich shop, and as the massive following indicates, Omaha can't get enough of J. Gorat's Deli + Market. Owner Jeff Gorat joined the show to talk about the art of building sandwiches, how his upbringing at Omaha's famous Gorat's Steakhouse influences him now, and how he sources great local products for the market. J. Gorat’s Deli & Markethttps://www.facebook.com/people/JGorats-Deli-Market/61580831277359/ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠ or visit ⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro & Teaser 00:00:59 – Welcome to the Show! 00:06:26 – The Sandwich Demand 00:18:53 – Sourcing for the Market 00:24:03 – The Menu 00:44:36 – Culinary Influences 00:54:05 – Final Questions & Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe has cooked in three-star Michelin kitchens, competed on two seasons of Top Chef, is a social media star with nearly 500K followers on Instagram, has created two delicious consumer packaged goods, and is a regular as both a competitor and a judge on Food Network... and he came on the podcast to discuss it all! I've been a massive fan of Joe for years, and the mustachioed pasta savant gave me one of the best food conversations I've ever had. You can't miss this episode! Find Joe Sasto: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chef.joe.sasto/ Website: https://www.joesasto.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/chefjoesasto Joe’s Brands: Tantos! – https://www.eattantos.com/ Ripi – https://ripifoods.com/ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro & Teaser 00:00:58 – Welcome to the Show, Joe! 00:03:15 – Ranch as a Dipper 00:06:43 – Evolution of the Term “Chef” 00:15:23 – Overcoming Doubts 00:17:29 – Being a Celebrity Chef 00:23:44 – Joe Sasto’s Culinary POV 00:29:35 – “Breaking the Rules” 00:39:55 – Joe’s Early Career 00:46:40 – Current Pursuits 00:48:53 – Tantos! 00:56:44 – Final Questions & Wrap-Up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So often we talk about restaurants in terms of food, but so much of your experience at a restaurant has nothing to do with what you eat. It's all about how a restaurant makes you feel, and that's what Matthew Brown (V. Mertz), Melissa Barnett (Semo Pasta + Wine), and Ron Mettler (Dante) discussed with me on this panel. We talked about ways to go above and beyond to delight guests, the magic of delivering above expectations, whether the customer is "always right", and so much more! This was one of the most eye-opening conversations I've had on the podcast. As much as I love food, talking about the experience was truly special and helped me understand restaurants on a whole new level. Featured Restaurants: V. Mertz – https://www.vmertz.com/ Semo Pasta + Wine – https://www.semofremont.com/ Dante – https://www.danteomaha.com/ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel!  Timestamps: 00:00:00 Intro & Teaser 00:01:01 Hospitality Makes the Biggest Impression 00:03:50 Hospitality vs. Service 00:13:35 Is Hospitality Selfish? 00:21:01 Guest Expectations 00:28:59 The “Wow” Factor 00:39:14 Is the Customer Always Right? 00:55:13 Evolution of Food Service Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just a few years ago, Ismara Gonzalez was running a struggling health-conscious food company. Now she's the Chef/Owner of Isla Del Mar, a restaurant with three locations that beautifully blends seafood and Mexican cuisines and offers creative touches on sushi and ramen. To understand how her life changed so dramatically, you need to hear her story! We discussed how Ismara sources fresh seafood for an Omaha restaurant, the critical comments from a culinary school instructor that changed her life, and her journey from humble beginnings to a thriving restaurant sensation. Isla Del Mar Restaurant – https://isladelmarrestaurante.com/ This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HurrdatMedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat Media YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro & Teaser 00:01:05 – Blending Mexican & Seafood Together 00:11:08 – Creative Menu Options 00:19:49 – Sourcing Seafood & Maintaining Tradition 00:29:30 – Cooking Origins 00:42:45 – Community Response 00:54:52 – An Inviting Environment 00:56:48 – Final Questions & Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ricco's life has taken him in all kinds of directions: he served in Iraq, started a catering company in New York, worked as a private chef on a yacht, spent time at Mario Batali's restaurant... so how on earth did he end up operating a pizza food truck in Omaha?! The story is wild, and you have to hear it! Ricco's has been blessing Omaha with legit NY-style slices since 2015, but big changes could be coming soon, and you don't want to miss anything this guy (or his truck) is involved with. Johnny Ricco’s Brooklyn Pizzahttps://johnnyriccos.com/ This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HurrdatMedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat Media YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser 00:01:23 - What is Johnny Ricco Pizza? 00:10:20 - You Gotta Try This Pizza! 00:19:47 - Erik’s Cooking History 00:27:52 - Feeding First Responders During 9/11 00:34:47 - Versatility in Cooking 00:42:19 - Erik’s Military Service 00:53:01 - Omaha’s Pizza Scene 00:57:32 - Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew & Cheyanne aren’t just building a business together; they’re continuing the legacy of a lost friend and making some incredible and food along the way. The couple discusses running a restaurant concept together, the art of sandwich construction, the allure of bread baking, and what the future holds for this budding business. 🔗 Visit All In Thyme:https://all-in-thyme.com/ This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HurrdatMedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat Media YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! ⏱ Episode Chapters 00:00:00 – Intro & Teaser 00:00:56 – What is All In Thyme, Omaha? 00:04:08 – How Did Andrew & Cheyanne Meet? 00:10:35 – All About the Bread! 00:18:38 – Peanut Butter on a BLT 00:26:25 – Origins 00:34:39 – Nostalgia Through Food 00:42:22 – Taking Social Media by Storm 00:48:13 – The Cooking Couple 00:54:09 – Final Questions & Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's it like to be the Executive Chef at a comedy club? It's a question most people don't know the answer too, which is why I loved having this conversation with Brian. We talked about how to "chef up" burgers and chicken tenders, the various requests famous comedians make, preparing for potential "Chopped" appearances, the value of cooking school, and the social toll working in restaurants takes on cooks' lives. It's a wide-ranging conversation that opened my eyes in several ways. 📍 Omaha Funny Bonehttps://omaha.funnybone.com/ This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HurrdatMedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat Media YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! ⏱ Episode Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser 00:00:42 - Welcome Brian! 00:09:01 - The New Location & Menu 00:21:13 - Elevating Standard Dishes 00:25:33 - Feeding the Stars 00:30:40 - Brian’s Cooking Origin 00:37:12 - No More Empty Pots 00:43:34 - Urban, Local Farming 00:53:14 - Final Questions & Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bronco’s has served some of Omaha’s favorite fast food since 1959. So how did it become so beloved originally? What has allowed it to thrive when other iconic restaurants have closed? And how did Blake Barnes, the General Manager and grandson of founder Billy Barnes, get up to speed as he took over the family business? We discuss all that and much more! Order Today: Broncos Hamburgershttps://broncoburgers.com/ This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HurrdatMedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat Media YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser 00:01:04 - Nebraska’s First Fast Food Place! 00:08:12 - Balancing Tradition with Innovation 00:15:22 - Speed of Service & Fresh Ingredients 00:27:04 - Taking Over the Family Business 00:31:10 - Who Was Bronco Billy? 00:45:06 - Menu Changes 00:58:26 - Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Food competition TV shows are fun, but what are they like behind the scenes? Three Omaha chefs/bakers who've competed on Food Network dish on the behind-the-scenes details that we don't see on camera for a fascinating conversation! Episode References Food Network — https://www.foodnetwork.com Supermarket Stakeout — https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/supermarket-stakeout Beat Bobby Flay — https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/beat-bobby-flay Christmas Cookie Challenge — https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/christmas-cookie-challenge Sauce While Alfaro — https://saucewhilealfaro.com Noble Hospitality — https://noblehospitality.com The Finicky Cookie — https://thefinickycookie.com This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HurrdatMedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat Media YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro & Teaser 00:01:23 – The Food Network Party 00:08:51 – Show Prep & Getting Casted 00:17:14 – Themes & Improvisation 00:24:07 – Calming the Nerves 00:34:54 – Hold-Over Time Challenges 00:44:02 – Physical Challenges 00:55:05 – Advice for Future Competitors 00:58:29 – Final Question & Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Carlos decided to make tamales for his own wedding a few years ago, he had no idea he was starting down the road to a thriving restaurant. Those tamales led to a tamale delivery business, which blew up so quickly that it blossomed into a brick and mortar restaurant that is consistently packed with diners excited to try this couple's "authentic-ish" takes on tamales, tacos, tortas, and more. Hear the story of Masa Luna's rapid rise and the way Carlos and Gillian have leaned on the wonderful people around them to make it to this point. Masa Luna – https://masaluna.com/ This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HurrdatMedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat Media YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro & Teaser 00:01:36 – What is Masa Luna? 00:06:50 – The Love of Tamales 00:12:48 – Signature Offerings 00:21:35 – Amazing Staff & Culture 00:26:34 – Cocktails 00:38:03 – Creative Tamales 00:47:51 – Restaurant Lessons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ooh De Lally is a restaurant serving great food, but its mission goes much deeper. It partners with Metro CC to help formerly incarcerated individuals get jobs, skills, and training to get back in the work force. LaRue knows firsthand how difficult that life can be, and Chef Doug and the rest of the Ooh De Lally team treated him differently and embraced him. Hear LaRue's story and get an inside sense of how Ooh De Lally's program gives new life to its participants. Ooh De Lallyhttps://www.oohdelally.org/ This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HurrdatMedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat Media YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro & Teaser 00:01:32 – What Makes Ooh De Lally Special? 00:11:58 – A Restaurant that Cares 00:20:07 – Personal Growth 00:26:27 – First Months of Training 00:35:11 – Friends & Family Night 00:45:50 – Dispelling Stereotypes 00:53:06 – The Redemption Feast 00:57:11 – Final Question & Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So much of a restaurant experience is defined before a bite of food is served, as the atmosphere, vibe, and design of a restaurant set the tone for the guest. Omaha veteran restaurateurs Carlos Mendez (Au Courant; Dolomiti), Tom Allisma (Flagship Restaurant Group), and Sagar Gurung (Kathmandu Momo Station; Cattle Call) discuss the ins and outs and restaurant design and architecture and the way restaurants can set themselves up for success. Episode References Kathmandu – https://www.kathmandurestaurant.com Momo Station – https://www.momostationomaha.com Saffron Urban Indian Kitchen – https://www.saffronurban.com Cattle Call – https://www.cattlecallomaha.com Bluejays Sushi – https://www.bluejayssushi.com Roja – https://www.rojaomaha.com Blatt – https://www.blattbeer.com Ghost Donkey – https://www.ghostdonkey.com Flagship Commons – https://www.flagshipcommons.com Plank – https://www.plankomaha.com Champagne Lanes – https://www.champagnelanes.com Memoir – https://www.memoiromaha.com Cleo – https://www.cleorestaurant.com Dolomiti Pizzeria – https://www.dolomitepizzeria.com Ruby Rotisserie Urban Bistro – https://www.rubyurbanbistro.com España – https://www.espanaomaha.com Hunger Block – https://www.hungerblock.com V. Mertz – https://www.vmertz.com Boiler Room – https://www.boilerroomomaha.com This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HurrdatMedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat Media YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser 00:04:26 - Restaurant Design Affecting Guest Experiences 00:16:34 - Focal Points & Pros/Cons of Open Kitchen Concepts 00:32:09 - Layout Design & Restaurant Balance 00:42:57 - Lighting 00:59:01 - Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Elizabeth decided to open a donut shop in Omaha, she had no idea the trials and hardships to come. But she and her son Jack fought through tremendous hardship both in and outside the business to create a donut shop that few—if any—in Omaha can rival. We talked about the science behind what makes these donuts unique, why Square Donut places such a high priority on hospitality, and how the rough road has helped form not only Square Donut, but who Elizabeth and Jack are as people and family. Bite into Square Donut Today! https://www.squaredonutomaha.com/ This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HurrdatMedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat Media YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser 00:01:20 - 5 Years of Squared Donuts! 00:13:13 - The Donut Making Process 00:21:00 - What Sets Square Donut Apart from the Rest? 00:29:28 - D2Donuts (The Precursor) 00:36:50 - How to Make a Successful Business 00:43:02 - First Year Open 00:55:08 - A Rewarding Creation & Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Le Quartier has become Omaha and Lincoln's go-to spot for bread and pastries, but the path that led these brothers to open their bakery nearly 20 years ago is one neither saw coming. Hear how a random interest in baking, an apartment in Montreal, and a baguette-attached resume led to a bread supplier that many Omahans (and Omaha restaurants) couldn't live without. Check Out Le Quartier Today! Le Quartier – https://lequartierbakingco.com/ This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HurrdatMedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat Media YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser 00:02:12 - What is Le Quartier? 00:06:08 - The Collective Shift 00:15:15 - Learning to Teach with Four Locations 00:21:00 - Sibling Synchronicity 00:37:32 - “Listening to the Dough” 00:46:40 - Working with Restaurants (Establishing & Maintaining Relationships) 00:49:07 - The Bank Robbery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tomato-free pasta sauce?! This Omaha couple never knew they'd need such a thing until they developed a heartburn-inducing sensitivity to tomatoes. Rather than swear off pizza and pasta forever, they created a carrot-based sauce and launched Carinara, a product that is taking the Midwest by storm. We discuss where the idea came from, what the R&D process was like, how they got Hy-Vee to buy in, and the future of this exploding company. Order Carinara Pasta Sauce: https://carinara.com This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HurrdatMedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat Media YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser 00:01:22 - What is Carinara? 00:04:39 - The Problem with Nightshades 00:10:48 - Other Favorite Recipes 00:17:18 - A Clean, Healthy Product 00:25:28 - Tweaking Recipes Until They Work 00:33:39 - Getting into Stores & a New Sauce! 00:38:56 - Dynamic in the Kitchen & Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You know that good feeling you get at certain restaurants, where it just seems everyone is operating like a family? It's rare because it's a hard culture to cultivate, but it's intentional and you feel it at Good Evans, one of Nebraska's fastest growing breakfast spots. Angie Padgett (Executive Chef) and Tamra Johnston (Chief Marketing Officer) joined me to talk about how Good Evans cultivates that familial feeling, put together a menu that's comfortable for IG-loving teenagers as well as grandparents, and crafted a culture that has allowed it to expand to five locations (including two in Omaha) in less than a decade. Taste the Difference that from Scratch Makes: Good Evans – https://goodevans.com This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HurrdatMedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat Media YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser 00:01:02 - Guests’ Backstories 00:02:18 - What is Good Evans? 00:18:00 - Creating Flavor 00:22:01 - Good Evans’ History 00:34:02 - Pros & Cons of a Breakfast Joint & The Responsibilities 00:40:02 - Specialty Menu 00:46:47 - Final Questions & Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Haven Express food truck comes from humble beginnings, but now DeVaute and his crew are feeding Bud Crawford and the Nebraska football team! The truck's wings, Philly egg rolls, and smoked meats have massive followings now, and while the road to get here wasn't easy, DeVaute is proud of his journey. And now he's using his story (and his food) to inspire the next generation. Find Flavor Here: Haven Express Food Truck – https://www.facebook.com/havenexpress/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/havenexpressomaha/?hl=en This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HurrdatMedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat Media YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser 00:01:03 - What is Haven Food Truck? 00:09:11 - Small Menu Charm 00:15:10 - Bud Crawford’s My Buddy 00:31:24 - Starting the Food Truck 00:41:35 - Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bodegas were a part of Nate's daily life when he lived in New York, but after moving to Omaha, he wondered if the concept would work here, too. Three years and two locations in, it's safe to say Godega, Omaha's hybrid convenience store/bar/coffee shop is just what the city needed. Hear the origin story, what makes Nate so passionate about featuring local products and vendors, and the most important lessons he's learned since diving headfirst into the hospitality industry. 👉 Learn more about Godega: https://godegamarket.com/ 👉 Follow Restaurant Hoppen for more inspiring culinary stories from Omaha and beyond. This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HurrdatMedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat Media YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser 00:00:59 - Welcome Nate! 00:04:34 - Why Locate in the Old Market? 00:10:17 - Supporting Local 00:17:12 - Listening to Customer Feedback & Menu 00:32:59 - Historic Charm & Opening Day 00:38:58 - Opening the Second Location 00:45:57 - The Future of Godega 00:46:58 - Final Questions & Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joel has cooked various cuisines all over the world. He's worked for celebrity chefs and private sports teams. He's cooked dinner for Oprah and her family in his apartment. During this episode, Joel shares those stories and explains how they influenced and formed him into the chef now, and what he's trying to express through his restaurants in Omaha now. Taste the Elevated Experience: Salted Edge — https://www.salted-edge.com/ Pivot Prime Steakhouse — https://www.luckyelevenhg.com/pivot-prime/ This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠HurrdatMedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat Media YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser 00:01:58 - Chef’s Backstory 00:06:02 - “Chef-Partner” 00:12:34 - Open Kitchen Concept 00:17:48 - Laying Down Roots in Omaha & Serving Celebrities 00:27:13 - “Chef Spidey Sense” 00:37:42 - Making Life Changes 00:44:46 - Being a Chef at Universal Studios 00:53:10 - Coming to Omaha 01:00:46 - Quick Hitters & Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This new food truck is bringing the unique flavors of the Phillipines  and Southeast Asia to Omaha. With a great respect for traditional dishes and an obsession with umami, Chef Gerald is using his 13+ years of cooking experience all over the world to power this food truck, all while completing nursing school. From cooking on seafaring ships to getting "murdered" during his first food truck service, Chef Gerald opens up on his food and career. The Fifth Tastehttps://www.facebook.com/p/The-Fifth-Taste-by-Chef-Gerald-61577247144496/ This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠HurrdatMedia.com⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat Media YouTube⁠⁠⁠ channel! Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser 00:02:14 - The Fifth Taste Story 00:10:57 - From Fine Dining to Food Trucking 00:21:43 - Global Influences on the Menu 00:34:29 - The Joy of Feeding People 00:46:50 - What’s Next for Chef Gerald & The Fifth Taste 00:52:19 - Final Questions & Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A college semester abroad in Sydney changed Eli’s life. Enthralled with the country’s creative fusion dishes, he decided to combine two of his favorite baked goods: cookies and muffin tops. The result is one of Omaha’s best cookies, and one he developed while not only going to college, but also was a student athlete. Safe to say, Eli’s story is fascinating. You have to learn about this guy and his cookies! 👉 Order online: https://www.kookaburracookies.com/#4 This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to ⁠⁠HurrdatMedia.com⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠Hurrdat Media YouTube⁠⁠ channel! Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser 00:01:07 - Welcome to the Show! 00:07:17 - Bigger Cookies are Better! 00:17:46 - Discovering Food Through Travel 00:27:59 - Cookie R&D 00:34:35 - Keeping Things Running Smoothly 00:41:59 - Cookie Chains 00:46:48 - Final Questions & Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2016, Brian called Katie, then working as a pastry chef in California with an idea: come back to Omaha and let's open an ice cream shop. Little did either know the impact that call would have! It led to the creation of Coneflower Creamery, Omaha's beloved ice cream destination, that now has three locations, has garnered national awards, and still clings to its farm to cone ethos. Hear the story and all the magic that goes into this ice cream during this fascinating panel discussion. ✍️ Taste the Hype NOW Coneflower Creameryhttps://coneflowercreamery.com/ This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to ⁠HurrdatMedia.com⁠ or ⁠Hurrdat Media YouTube⁠ channel! 00:00:00 – 🍦 Scoop Dreams Begin 00:00:59 – 🙌 Welcome to the Show! 00:04:16 – 😅 Hoppen’s Ice Cream Complaint 00:12:41 – 🧪 Texture & R&D Secrets 00:17:37 – 🌿 Flavor Inspiration & Creativity 00:33:03 – 📖 The Coneflower Origin Story 00:44:28 – 📞 “The Ice Cream Call” 00:50:25 – ✨ Creating the Coneflower Experience 00:56:20 – 🏆 #1 Ice Cream Shop in the U.S. 00:59:01 – ⚡ Quick Hitters & Wrap-Up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Few food/drink establishments in Omaha can match the vibe at Cafe Postale, which mixes the space's rich history with great coffee and modern elements to create an unforgettable coffee shop/cafe. General Manager Haley Farrell explains what makes the space special and how Cafe Postale partners with local purveyors and suppliers to serve great food and drink. ✍️ Episode References: Café Postale: https://www.cafepostaleomaha.com/ This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser 00:01:04 - What is Cafe Postale? 00:09:28 - Weddings & Events 00:13:51 - The Menu 00:22:35 - Coffee & Seasonal Drinks 00:33:26 - The “Ah-Ha!” Moment 00:43:28 - The Future & Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The restaurants and food at Arbor Day Farm (Nebraska City) were overdue for an upgrade, and leadership tabbed Chef Garrett Kasper to level up the cuisine. And despite some reservations from long-time guests, the move has paid off and elevated the guest experience. Chef Kasper explains what changes he made, how he implemented them, and how seeing the staff get excited has energized him. We also touched on the importance of bringing great food to small towns and where Chef draws inspiration from (hint: it's not Instagram). Visit today! Arbor Day Farm https://www.arbordayfarm.org This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser 00:01:17 - Welcome Chef Kasper! 00:03:00 - Arbor Day Farms Food Scene 00:13:55 - Is the Diner Always Right? 00:16:50 - Chef Kasper, Improving the Restaurant Since Day 1 00:21:33 - Uniqueness of a Hotel/Restaurant 00:30:07 - Why the Staff are so Special 00:38:28 - “Voices from the Dining Room” 00:49:02 - Inspiration through Food Creation 00:53:50 - Final Questions & Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nothing about SET The Bar is like what you'd expect at a normal sports bar. From the focus on women's sports to the elevated takes on bar food coming out of the kitchen, it's a completely different experience. And it's Chef Kristin's dishes that take the Benson bar to another level... something she never could have imagined considering her culinary journey just began a few years ago and she didn't even apply to be the executive chef! You have to hear Kristin's story and the techniques she employs to take humble "bar food" to a whole new level. Check out SET the Bar for great food and atmosphere! https://set-thebar.com/ This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser 00:01:10 - Welcome Kristen! 00:06:04 - Molly as the Right Leader 00:17:50 - Questions from Fans 00:35:01 - Kristen’s Background 00:58:08 - Final Questions & Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When this couple opened Cumbia in 2021, they brought two relatively unknown concepts to Omaha: Latin American food and tapas (small shared plates). But the intent wasn't just to feed people. They wanted to educate guests on the various histories, cultures, and dishes that exist in Latin America. And though there were bumps in the road, they're definitely accomplishing their mission and bringing something special to Omaha now. References: Cumbia – https://www.cumbiarestaurant.com Hunger Block – https://www.hungerblock.com Grow Omaha – https://www.growomaha.com This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser 00:01:18 - What is Cumbia? 00:06:02 - Bringing Something New to the Community 00:15:42 - The Key to Traveling through Food 00:22:31 - The Flavor Starts at Home 00:35:43 - Menu Deep Dive 00:42:27 - New Beginnings 00:48:42 - Final Questions & Wrap-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices