Synopsis
Hospitality industry veterans, Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, get behind the scenes of North Carolina's burgeoning food and beverage culture. Hear from local chefs, Sommelier's, distillers, farmers, brewers and the whole lot of them in the NC F&B podcast.
Episodes
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A "Mecca" Of Cue At Lexington BBQ
19/08/2021 Duration: 54minThe gents go on the road to one of the "Mecca's" of BBQ, Their first stop was at Here's what they learned; What makes different than Eastern NC and Texas. Why pork shoulder became the meat of choice Who are the major players in the Lexington BBQ game. When to take your meat off the smoker. How many pounds of pork get cooked per day? When you learn this in relation to the amount of people there are in the city of Lexington you will be shocked! Where to put the dip versus the sauce? Support our Sponsors: Get tickets to the 's farm to table wine dinner ! The official Vodka of the NC F&B Podcast: , all the taste without the bite! Tech that helps your business grow. Call Tanya 858-213-7820 or email her tanyam@spoton.com Drink ! and turn your home into a haven! Visit Think Differently About Dessert Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout! The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media For booking or questions about the show, contact: or
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The Craft of Carolina Brewery
12/08/2021 Duration: 55minHow do we define a craft brewery, a micro brewery or a nano-brewery? "When you put beer in a can, it changes the entire game." Who is behind the brand of Carolina Brewery What is an in beer making? Where do you make the distinction between an ale and a lager? Support our Sponsors: The official Vodka of the NC F&B Podcast: , all the taste without the bite! Tech that helps your business grow. Call Tanya 858-213-7820 or email her tanyam@spoton.com Drink ! and turn your home into a haven! Visit Think Differently About Dessert Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout! The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media For booking or questions about the show, contact: or
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Sidedoor Speakeasy with Bob Peters
05/08/2021 Duration: 44minhates rules. So do we, as many of you probably already know. On this episode, the ~verified~ bartender (and former guest of the pod!) joins us to bust some myths around bartending and give us the scoop on what he’s been up to since the pandemic, including his very own online cocktail classes (go to cocktailclass.com for those) and making drinks for our recent Sidedoor Speakeasy event at . We also talk about his love of fernet, a DIY bar project in his garage, and what are the best North Carolina spirits! Support our Sponsors: The official Vodka of the NC F&B Podcast: , all the taste without the bite! Tech that helps your business grow. Call Tanya 858-213-7820 or email her tanyam@spoton.com Drink ! Think Differently About Dessert Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout! The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media For booking or questions about the show, contact: or
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The Underground Food Culture Of Raleigh
29/07/2021 Duration: 42minThis episode features some underground food concepts you may not heard of yet… but are most definitely going to want to check out. Introducing , and ! These delicious concepts don’t have a brick-and-mortar (yet), but rather their food is only available through Instagram DM (think of it like a drug deal for ramen, pizza and ice cream?). We talk to the three players behind this punk rock crew about how they got into the business of cooking for people, what kinds of food they’re dishing out now, and more. Tune in tomorrow! Support our Sponsors: The official Vodka of the NC F&B Podcast: , all the taste without the bite! Tech that helps your business grow. Call Tanya 858-213-7820 or email her tanyam@spoton.com Drink ! Think Differently About Dessert Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout! The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media For booking or questions about the show, contact: or
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Adam Carolla On The Pod At Lawrence Barbecue!
22/07/2021 Duration: 27minGet it on, got to get it on, no choice but to get it on, mandate... GET IT ON! Yes that's right the Ace Man- met the guys for an epic lunch at in . Adam was joined by & . Max and Matt also asked to join. Lee brought a pony keg filled with a cocktail of American Dry gin and fresh watermelon juice. To say lunch was epic is an understatement. Adam chatted with the boys about; Brisket What bbq means to him why he was in Raleigh How he approaches the interview. Support our Sponsors: The official Vodka of the NC F&B Podcast: , all the taste without the bite! Tech that helps your business grow. Call Tanya 858-213-7820 or email her tanyam@spoton.com Drink ! Think Differently About Dessert Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout! The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media For booking or questions about the show, contact: or
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Financing The Farmer
15/07/2021 Duration: 52minfinances farmers to improve rural and agricultural lifestyles. Here's what the guys learned; Why it's so important to buy local and how it stimulates the neighborhood you live in. How can small farmers band together to improve the greater good. Where your food comes from is extremely important When farmers are able to harvest their crops, impacts farming business in so many ways. Support our Sponsors: The official Vodka of the NC F&B Podcast: , all the taste without the bite! Tech that helps your business grow. Call Tanya 858-213-7820 or email her tanyam@spoton.com Drink ! Think Differently About Dessert Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout! The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media For booking or questions about the show, contact: or
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The Event Of The Summer, Bubbles & Brisket!
08/07/2021 Duration: 44minMatt & Max got off their asses and out from behind their microphones to stage a momentous event. What happened at 18 Sparkling wines and champagne from around the world 17 Tents 7 bad ass chefs/pit masters cooking up their unique take on Brisket 2 Magical musicians in & 2 Of Santa's helpers 1 Monsoon & Live & recorded music by Thomas Anderson & George Hage used by permission. Check out Thomas Anderson Music on Spotify Or go to Check out 's music and art on Instagram and his band for music and live dates! Support our Sponsors: Drink ! Think Differently About Dessert Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout! The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media For booking or questions about the show, contact: or
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Just the Tip -The Tell All Restaurant book With Tonya Fritch
01/07/2021 Duration: 59minThis is a Tell all book in the best way possible. It's not just about the behind the scenes in the service industry, it's in the trenches of the service industry. Here's what Max and Matt learned; How a really good author pieces a story together. When to take the next step in your life. What it's like to wanna' f*&K your co-worker. Why you get into the restaurant industry. Support our Sponsors: Drink ! Think Differently About Dessert Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout! The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media For booking or questions about the show, contact: or
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Talking Taco With The Fighting Spirit of Chef David Peraza-Arce
24/06/2021 Duration: 52minYou want to know about tacos? We will fill your tortilla in this episode. Chef David Peraza-Arce tells Max and Matt why everything fits in a tortilla. Max and Matt also learned: Who knows what a truly authentic Mexican Taco is Why are so on trend? How to eat a Join us for Bubbles & Brisket a collaboration of chefs, pit-masters, wine producers and sommeliers, pairing sparkling wine with a variety of cooking techniques and side dishes that feature everyone’s favorite: brisket. The event will take place on June 26th from 2pm to 6pm outside of V Pizza Cary. Support our Sponsors: Drink ! Think Differently About Dessert Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout! The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media For booking or questions about the show, contact: or
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Chef Kim Floresca Working With Gwyneth at Goop Kitchen
17/06/2021 Duration: 53minWe’ve got chef of on the pod (yes THAT with )! Goop Kitchen is a clean delivery service based in LA that serves delish bowls, salads, soups, summer rolls and other healthy eats—and Max got the chance to meet Kim in person and try out a ton of things from the menu on a trip to California a couple weeks ago! Kim came into the position as Goop Kitchen’s chef with quite an impressive resume, with previous experiences at top restaurants around the world including , , and The Restaurant at Meadowood. She and her husband also opened and ran before moving back to Cali. Learn more about Kim, Goop Kitchen and more by tuning in. Join us for Bubbles & Brisket a collaboration of chefs, pit-masters, wine producers and sommeliers, pairing sparkling wine with a variety of cooking techniques and side dishes that feature everyone’s favorite: brisket. The event will take place on June 26th from 2pm to 6pm outside of V Pizza Cary. Support our Sponsors: Drink ! Think Differently About Dessert Use promo code 'NCFB'
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The Art Of Blending Whiskey At Olde Raleigh Distillery
10/06/2021 Duration: 57minis a man of action. After a career in the Airforce, a successful corporate career, an engineering degree and 2 master's degree (one of those from by the way) Brandon decided he was ready for something else. He was ready to build a local sustainable distillery. Here's what the boys learned when they sat down with Brandon; The art of blending whiskey? How a distillery can revitalize a community. What an heirloom grain of bourbon is? Why his bourbon tastes so DAMN good! Where in the hell is Join us for Bubbles & Brisket a collaboration of chefs, pit-masters, wine producers and sommeliers, pairing sparkling wine with a variety of cooking techniques and side dishes that feature everyone’s favorite: brisket. The event will take place on June 26th from 2pm to 6pm outside of V Pizza Cary. Support our Sponsors: Drink ! Think Differently About Dessert Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout! The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media For booking or questions about the s
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A Chef & A Sommelier, Oh Also An Author, Doreen Colondres
03/06/2021 Duration: 49minThe guys sat down with Chef and Sommelier of . Oh, you are wondering how you can become both a chef and a Sommelier? Listen in and find out. Here's what else they learned; How honey can make crispy yet healthy chicken wings. What is Why is the of food service How to make your favorite dishes healthy? When to expand your palate? Who wrote Join us for Bubbles & Brisket a collaboration of chefs, pit-masters, wine producers and sommeliers, pairing sparkling wine with a variety of cooking techniques and side dishes that feature everyone’s favorite: brisket. The event will take place on June 26th from 2pm to 6pm outside of V Pizza Cary. Support our Sponsors: Drink ! Think Differently About Dessert Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout! The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media For booking or questions about the show, contact: or
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Madam Publisher - Gina Stephens
27/05/2021 Duration: 58minis the Publisher and creator of . Gina sat down with Max and Matt to discuss; What does journalistic integrity mean today? Where can I get the best chicken sandwich in Raleigh? Why did Raleigh need it's own magazine? How does it feel to go on a sting operation? Who is biggest fan? Join us for Bubbles & Brisket a collaboration of chefs, pit-masters, wine producers and sommeliers, pairing sparkling wine with a variety of cooking techniques and side dishes that feature everyone’s favorite: brisket. The event will take place on June 26th from 2pm to 6pm outside of V Pizza Cary. Support our Sponsors: Think Differently About Dessert Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout! The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media For booking or questions about the show, contact: or
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Travel The World With Your Family & Get Paid For IT
20/05/2021 Duration: 55minhave figured out how to travel for a living! Here's what else they figured out; Why to start the When to and when not to travel with your kids? Where's places near Raleigh that are cool to road trip to? How to find parking in What's up with the seaside dining in Listen in for a tour around North Carolina! Join us for Bubbles & Brisket a collaboration of chefs, pit-masters, wine producers and sommeliers, pairing sparkling wine with a variety of cooking techniques and side dishes that feature everyone’s favorite: brisket. The event will take place on June 26th from 2pm to 6pm outside of V Pizza Cary. Support our Sponsors: Think Differently About Dessert Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout! The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media For booking or questions about the show, contact: or
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Female Indian Rebel Warrior
13/05/2021 Duration: 01h12sMax & Matt sat down with an incredible woman. is of Indian descent and a force to be reckoned with. Preeti let the boys in on many Indian cooking secrets, here's what the gents learned: What is curry? How heat is supposed to excite the palate and not fatigue it? What is ? Which takes longer, opening a restaurant or getting married? Why you should help to fight hunger? Support our Sponsors: is an innovative initiative to improve children’s health and well-being and keep North Carolina’s businesses competitive. It is employer-led change to increase access to research-based, family-friendly practices — big and small — that improve workplace productivity, recruitment and retention; grow a strong economy; and support children’s healthy development. Think Differently About Dessert Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout! The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media For booking or questions about the show, contact: or
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What Do An NFL Kicker, A Chief & A Blue Shark Have In Common?
06/05/2021 Duration: 01h07minThe guys sit down with 2nd leading all time scorer and CEO to discuss own, Blue Shark Vodka. Here is what they learned; Why North Carolina Sweet Corn makes delicious vodka. What is it like inside the mind of an when the game is on the line? How to scale a homegrown product to national levels? Did Connor Barth have any tackles in his NFL career? Which of Mac or Matt's children will grow up to be NFL kickers because of the . Support our Sponsors: is an innovative initiative to improve children’s health and well-being and keep North Carolina’s businesses competitive. It is employer-led change to increase access to research-based, family-friendly practices — big and small — that improve workplace productivity, recruitment and retention; grow a strong economy; and support children’s healthy development. Think Differently About Dessert Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout! The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media For booking or questions about the show, contac
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Whole Hog BBQ Champion & Newly Crowned Prince of BBQ
29/04/2021 Duration: 52minAs the legendary Sam Jones said, "That's some good fuckin' BBQ!" Max and Matt got to chat with the champion of the Discovery Plus Channel's Moonshiner's Smoke Ring BBQ competition. Here's what the guys learned; How a career in transportation and a conversation with led to a career in BBQ. It's all about the When a rehearsal dinner sets off a marriage and a business. Why it's important to not fall asleep when heating up your cast iron skillet. What inspiration a baby sitter named Grace provided. Why Hog cheek is delicious Support our Sponsors: is an innovative initiative to improve children’s health and well-being and keep North Carolina’s businesses competitive. It is employer-led change to increase access to research-based, family-friendly practices — big and small — that improve workplace productivity, recruitment and retention; grow a strong economy; and support children’s healthy development. Think Differently About Dessert Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout! The NC F&B Podcast is Produced
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Bourbon In A Time Machine
22/04/2021 Duration: 59minAeva Labs rapidly ages distilled liquor. Steve Guido and Zach Fearnside have invented a way to greatly accelerate the aging process of distilled spirits. Imagine you could have 10 year old bourbon in 5 days? This discussion was controversial and here's what was bantered about; Is a hater or a traditionalist? When liquor is enhanced in a lab, is it the precipice of creativity or the death of craft? What is Support our Sponsors: is an innovative initiative to improve children’s health and well-being and keep North Carolina’s businesses competitive. It is employer-led change to increase access to research-based, family-friendly practices — big and small — that improve workplace productivity, recruitment and retention; grow a strong economy; and support children’s healthy development. Think Differently About Dessert Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout! The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media For booking or questions about the show, contact: or
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From A Street Corner Tricycle to Happy + Hale
15/04/2021 Duration: 01h32sThe gents sit down with a pillar of the Raleigh community, , the owner of Happy + Hale. Here's what they learned; What does leadership truly mean? When can you scale to 100 locations? How to make healthy food that doesn't sacrifice flavor? Where do you go to get staff in these times? Why Support our Sponsors: is an innovative initiative to improve children’s health and well-being and keep North Carolina’s businesses competitive. It is employer-led change to increase access to research-based, family-friendly practices — big and small — that improve workplace productivity, recruitment and retention; grow a strong economy; and support children’s healthy development. Think Differently About Dessert Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout! The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media For booking or questions about the show, contact: or
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A Jersey Journey To Southern Cooking
08/04/2021 Duration: 01h09minThe guys sit down with to talk about it what it's like to take over a Southern cooking institution such as Here's what they learned; What was it like to work with How to make food without a hood? Which mayo went on the famous tomato sandwiches of What is an Afoiecalypse? Will be a franchise quarterback in the ? Support our Sponsors: is an innovative initiative to improve children’s health and well-being and keep North Carolina’s businesses competitive. It is employer-led change to increase access to research-based, family-friendly practices — big and small — that improve workplace productivity, recruitment and retention; grow a strong economy; and support children’s healthy development. Think Differently About Dessert Use promo code 'NCFB' at checkout! The NC F&B Podcast is Produced and Engineered by Max Trujillo of Trujillo Media For booking or questions about the show, contact: or