FoodCrush Podcast

03/04/2024

We are so excited to see our friends from EsterEv in the running for this year's James Beard Awards.

Drum roll please... let's raise a glass to the resilience, innovation and creativity of these local James Beard nominees.

07/02/2024

I have been waiting for 5 months to share this news. Not only is "Top Chef" set in Wisconsin, we have some local skin in the game.

Complete with a chef-testant from Milwaukee!

28/04/2023

: OCT 2018
In this episode, we interview Chef & Owner Joe Muench of Maxie's about the ins and outs of oysters. Then we hit up Harbor House to give first-timer Matt Mueller a lesson in oyster eating from Chef Adam Siegel (who now owns Lupi & Iris).

What's there to love about oysters? Everything.

21/04/2023

: OCTOBER 2018: Chef Karen Bell of Bavette talks about life after a James Beard nomination

What's it like to get nominated for a James Beard Award? Karen Bell of Bavette dishes.

19/04/2023

This week, we're chatting with Chef Ruta Kahate of Ruta's Vibrant Indian Cafe about her new cookbook!

This week, we're talking with local chef Ruta Kahate about her new cookbook.

10/03/2023

Did you catch our amazing episode with Mindy and Layne of Siren Shrub Co.? Be sure to give it a listen! They are amazing.

What's a shrub? We'll learn all about that and more.

13/02/2023

This week on the podcast we're talking to a Milwaukee native who is arguably one of the best vegan culinary artists in the nation: Chef Joya

This week we're talking to a Milwaukee native who is arguably one of the best vegan culinary artists in the nation.

05/02/2023

A truly memorable podcast with Chef Aaron Patin as he reflects on his experience launching, operating and making the decision to close Iron Grate Bbq Co.

This week, we're paying homage to a trailblazing restaurant which showcased the beauty of cooking with live fire.

15/01/2023

Is your olive oil fresh? How can you tell?

This week on the podcast, we’re talking to Josh Saiia of ORO di Oliva about the ins and outs of great olive oil.

Looking for delicious, healthful olive oil? What you know (and buy) matters.

09/01/2023

This week on FoodCrush we are sitting down with the owners of Sweet Basil MKE and SapSap to talk about how food, family and tradition shape their businesses.

This week, we're sitting down with the owners of Sweet Basil and SapSap to talk about how food, family and tradition shape their businesses.

06/06/2022

Curious how that custard did? (We tasted it, but you should too; get it today before 8 p.m. at Dairyland)

https://onmilwaukee.com/articles/foodcrush-dairyland-oreo-ritz-custard

The latest limited edition OREO release sold out before most people tried it. But the creative minds at Dairyland are recreating it in frozen custard form.

06/06/2022

Join us for a new FoodCrush Live on Monday, June 6 around 11:30am as we taste-test the wildest new flavor combo from Dairyland at 3rd Street Market Hall

https://onmilwaukee.com/articles/foodcrush-dairyland-oreo-ritz-custard

The latest limited edition OREO release sold out before most people tried it. But the creative minds at Dairyland are recreating it in frozen custard form.

05/06/2022

Don't miss this amazing new episode with Ryan Castelaz of the remarkable, industry-bending Discourse: a Liquid Workshop (open at Crossroads Collective and Milwaukee Art Museum

https://onmilwaukee.com/articles/foodcrush-discourse-coffee

Need a pick me up? Join us for this coffee- and passion-filled episode featuring Milwaukee's most experiential coffee brand

08/12/2021

Are you thinking about coming with us to Mexico this March?!

Learn all about the trip - and book by Dec. 14th!

Let's go on OnVacay!

22/10/2021

Amazing chat with Chef Eduardo Barra of El Dorado Casitas Royale. Fair warning: It might make you want to come to Mexico with us (and we'd LOVE that).

We're finding out with Chef Eduardo Barra.

13/10/2021

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26/09/2021

In this week’s podcast, we are talking with Wendi Horcos (and her son Liam) about the return of SA Braai and the creation of the Mama Fuerte brand.

A beloved South African chutney is being revived by an entrepreneurial mother and her son.

15/09/2021

Love FoodCrush? Did you know you can join us for a relaxing food-filled trip to Mexico next March?

Check it out!

https://onmilwaukee.com/articles/onmilwaukee-onvacay-riviera-maya-mexico

Join us for a one-of-a-kind getaway at the El Dorado Casitas Royale gourmet all-inclusive resort.

29/08/2021

This week, we’re talking local food with Chef Dave Swanson of Braise! Check it out!

Get an inside look at the complexities of the local food lanscape this week on FoodCrush.

16/08/2021

This week on the podcast, we're talking with Rob Levin, co-owner of 2A Wine Merchants in the Historic Third Ward about how to find wines you love (no matter how much you know about wine).

If you want to learn more about wine, Rob Levin is your man. And he'll help you find something you love, without all the bougie pretense.

09/08/2021

This week’s podcast is SWEET. We’re diving in with Chefs Kurt and Katie Fogle of Mid-Way Bakery to talk about all the good stuff coming to 3rd Street Market Hall, from cookies and brownies to cream puffs, croissants and fancy plate desserts!

What's the secret behind the best brownie in town? Nostalgia.

11/07/2021

This week on the podcast, we’re talking with Chef Eric Gabrynowicz of Tupelo Honey Cafe about what Milwaukeeans can expect when the restaurant opens In the Huron Building in Milwaukee Downtown.

Tupelo Honey Cafe is coming to Milwaukee. And four-time James Beard semifinalist Chef Eric Gabrynowicz is giving us the inside scoop.

28/06/2021

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13/06/2021

Gotta listen to Nick Kocis chatting with us about all the cool new developments at The Dead Bird.

There's more than beer brewing at Dead Bird Brewing Co., from vegan cheese to vin de liqueur. Tune in for the deets!

29/05/2021

Sneak peek at this week's episode with Ruta Kahate of Ruta's Vibrant Indian Cafe at Crossroads Collective. Full episode drops on Sunday, May 30!