Nc F&b Podcast

In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, host Max Trujillo is excited to talk about delis, sandwiches, and the story behind Ideals Deli Market Gourmet. Featuring business partners Ian Bracken and Paul Chirico, Max dives into their backgrounds, their inspirations from New York-style delis, and the journey of creating Ideals in Durham, North Carolina. With nostalgic anecdotes, they discuss the growth of their business, their unique approach to making fresh sandwiches, and creating a strong community presence without traditional marketing. Banter includes the emotional connections to deli aromas, the specifics of their menu, and humorous takes on topics like PB&J sandwiches and health inspections. The episode wraps up with a focus on their highly successful, beloved sandwiches and a call to visit their market for unique items. The NC F&B Podcast is produced, engineered and edited by Max Trujillo of @Trujillo.Media For inquiries about being a guest, or to sponsor the show, email ma