Dan Hoppen breaks down the Nebraska cuisine scene one bite at a time. He talks to local chefs, media members, and just interesting people about what's going on in the Cornhusker State when it comes to food, where people need to eat, and how food relates to Nebraska sports.
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John Rea had limited experience with pizza and pasta when he took over the Via Farina kitchen nearly a decade ago. The move was a game changer for both parties: Via reignited John's passion for cooking, and John's leadership and desire for knowledge (especially about pizza) have taken Via Farina to another level with a second location. We discuss that transition for both he and the restaurant, the art of pizza making and how the 2022 Pizza Expo in Las Veags changed his life, and more!
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🍕 Via Farina: https://www.viafarina.com
This episode was sponsored by Sully's Gastroburgers. Gourmet, house-ground Certified Piedmontese grass-fed beef burgers. Hand-cut and brined 100% beef tallow fries. House-made, seed-oil free sauces.
This episode was sponsored by Semo Pasta. Homemade pasta from local ingredients and an unforgettable dining experience awaits. Buon appetito!
This episode was also sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Taste the difference quality beef products can make!
This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel!
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Chris & Liz Alford—Frios Omaha
Thursday, June 5, 2025 • Duration 01:06:11
Frios pops combine the creamy consistency of ice cream with the convenience of a popsicle... but could the concept succeed in Omaha, where it's cold nearly half the year? That's the bet that local couple Chris & Liz, along with their 3 kids made, and after 1 year they're happy they did. We discuss social media strategies, the rise of mobile options in the food industry, the wild story that got this family into the food truck game, and more!
💡 Try Frios: https://friospops.com
This episode was sponsored by Sully's Gastroburgers. Gourmet, house-ground Certified Piedmontese grass-fed beef burgers. Hand-cut and brined 100% beef tallow fries. House-made, seed-oil free sauces.
This episode was sponsored by Semo Pasta. Homemade pasta from local ingredients and an unforgettable dining experience awaits. Buon appetito!
This episode was also sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Taste the difference quality beef products can make!
This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel!
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Donald Everett Jr & Becky Perrett—Runza
Episode 290
Thursday, April 3, 2025 • Duration 01:08:23
Few, if any restaurants, are as synonymous with Nebraska food than Runza. Donald (President) and Becky (Director of Marketing) take me down memory lane to the very beginning when Donald's grandmother opened the first Runza in 1949. 75 years later, the restaurant has grown to 91 locations, introduced chili & cinnamon rolls to the menu, had limited runs of breakfast Runzas, received celebrity taste tests, catered weddings, partnered with Nebraska athletics... and so much more! We talk about it all on this incredible episode that you simply can't miss!
This episode was sponsored by Semo Pasta. Homemade pasta from local ingredients and an unforgettable dining experience awaits. Buon appetito!
This episode was also sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Taste the difference quality beef products can make!
This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel!
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Makenna & Gaston Medrano—Solful Cafe
Episode 200
Thursday, July 20, 2023 • Duration 54:35
The father-daughter connection is just one of the many aspects of Solful Cafe that makes this Inner Rail Food Hall inhabitant fascinating. From the authentic Argentinian empanadas to the commitment to fresh ingredients and food made to order (all without fire, mind you) to the wild story that brought this pair from Brazil to Omaha, this is an episode you can't miss!
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A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.
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Drew & Michelle Statz—Semo Pasta + Wine
Episode 199
Thursday, July 13, 2023 • Duration 01:06:57
Drew and Michelle have carved out successful careers working in other people's restaurants, but Semo is their opportunity to really show who they are as chefs. Hear the story of how the restaurant came together and got a surprise visit from Guy Fieri. We also discuss pasta love, the dedication to farm to table cooking, repurposing carrot tops, and more.
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Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order!
A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.
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Hank Shields—Omaha Bagel Co.
Episode 198
Thursday, July 6, 2023 • Duration 59:48
Hank had no experience making bagels or working in the restaurant industry, but he saw the ability to fill a niche no one else in Omaha was: homemade bagels. Hear the story of Omaha Bagel Co. and how it's all operated out of the Shields' home. Hank's testimony is the encouragement to give passionate people the push to just go for it, and he lays out how to get started pursuing your dream.
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Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order!
A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.
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Brett & Cherish Geiger—Izzy's Pizza Bus (LIVE)
Episode 197
Thursday, June 29, 2023 • Duration 01:05:02
These two had no restaurant experience but a passion for pizza. Their dedication led to starting a school bus, thrilling the Las Vegas pizza market, and moving back to Omaha so their daughter could be close with her grandparents. In this live episode, we nerd out on the science behind pizza, talk about the wildest pizzas Izzy's has created, and discover how love, passion, and the willingness to just try something new lead to true happiness.
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Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order!
A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.
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Scott Fogle—Mission Ave BBQ
Episode 196
Thursday, June 22, 2023 • Duration 01:02:15
Scott cut his teeth at some of Austin's finest BBQ restaurants, and now he's brought that expertise to Nebraska. If you want Texas-style BBQ, this is it. Scott discusses how feel and experience (not time and temperature) define smoking meat and how he coaxes the most flavor possible out of his brisket, pork, and turkey. If you're an avid smoker, a BBQ lover, or just someone who loves great food, you can't miss this episode.
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Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order!
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Amanda & Amya Frazier—Barb's Breakfast Bar
Episode 195
Thursday, June 15, 2023 • Duration 56:52
These sisters carry on their late mother's legacy by cooking the same classic, delicious breakfast dishes she made for them growing up. Hear how this food truck came to life, how love drives everything about the truck, and how Amanda and Amya's varied restaurant experiences make them a perfect tag team.
Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com!
Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order!
A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.
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Meghan McLarney & Jennifer Maguire—Lemon Tree Cafe
Episode 194
Thursday, June 8, 2023 • Duration 47:18
These two sisters each own and operate their own restaurants, so why did they decide to open one together this year in Ralston? Because they wanted to cook "mom food", the comforting breakfast/lunch dishes they made with their mother growing up. Hear how the concept came together and how this cafe has already become an integral part of Ralston's community.
Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com!
Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order!
A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.
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