Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to discuss some of the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including the passing of Tony Vallone, Burger Joint expanding with a new location, and Katz's getting ready to open. In the Restaurants of the Week Killen's and a pastry pop up from chef Christina Au are featured.
In the Guest of the Week portion Eric is joined by Rafael Nasr of Craft Pita. Rafael speaks with Eric about how he got into the restaurant industry, starting a food truck as a sophomore in college, operating his own restaurant, things that caught him by surprise, being recognized by Yelp, being part of Houston Restaurants Weeks, his response to getting a racist comment regarding his restaurant on Yelp, people's perception, thoughts of expansion, and more!