Today's podcast is a little different compared to other episodes. No news or restaurants of the week this time as this episode is dedicated to Commune, the large ambitious food event happening in Houston at the Heights House Hotel from August 21st through September 5th. Eric is joined by the minds behind the event; Grover Smith, Brett Cooper, and Tim Ma. Eric speaks with the guys about what exactly is Commune, how it got started, what makes this event so appealing to chefs, the event benefiting Chefs Stopping AAPI Hate, what the guys have planned for the event, the chef lineup, who the guys are excited to see, evaluating participants beforehand, amenities for diners, taking over the Heights House Hotel, and much more!