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| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
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| John Rea—Via Farina | 12 Jun 2025 | 01:10:49 | |
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!
🔗 Check out:
🍕 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! | |||
| Chris & Liz Alford—Frios Omaha | 05 Jun 2025 | 01:07:11 | |
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! | |||
| Donald Everett Jr & Becky Perrett—Runza | 03 Apr 2025 | 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! | |||
| Makenna & Gaston Medrano—Solful Cafe | 20 Jul 2023 | 00:54:35 | |
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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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. | |||
| Drew & Michelle Statz—Semo Pasta + Wine | 13 Jul 2023 | 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. | |||
| Hank Shields—Omaha Bagel Co. | 06 Jul 2023 | 00:59:48 | |
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. | |||
| Brett & Cherish Geiger—Izzy's Pizza Bus (LIVE) | 29 Jun 2023 | 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. | |||
| Scott Fogle—Mission Ave BBQ | 22 Jun 2023 | 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!
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. | |||
| Amanda & Amya Frazier—Barb's Breakfast Bar | 15 Jun 2023 | 00:56:52 | |
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.
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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. | |||
| Meghan McLarney & Jennifer Maguire—Lemon Tree Cafe | 08 Jun 2023 | 00:47:18 | |
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.
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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. | |||
| Isaiah Renner & Scot Sayles—Dire Lion Grille & Chippy | 01 Jun 2023 | 01:06:13 | |
Isaiah had no idea if Omahans would go for a food truck serving British pub food in 2016, but Dire Lion is still thriving 7 years later. The owners of the truck discuss putting their small tweaks on traditional UK fare, their most memorable food truck events, the secret behind great fish & chips, 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. | |||
| Michelle Alfaro—Sauced by Alfaro (LIVE) | 25 May 2023 | 00:57:20 | |
In the first live recording of the podcast, Michelle Alfaro details details how she takes the time and care to make you feel like every meal at Sauced is being served at her house. We discussed her epic Nashville hot chicken sandwich, how salsa sales jumpstarted her restaurant career, how she overcame her lack of professional culinary experience, and overcoming her battle with cancer.
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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. | |||
| Hailey Vinter—Crumb Coat & Chill | 18 May 2023 | 00:53:55 | |
After starting her food career in restaurants and bakeries, Hailey left the industry... but she couldn't stay away. She ended up opening crumb coat & chill as a side hustle, but her cakes, cookies, and other desserts became so popular, it transformed into her full-time job, and she's now one of Omaha's most beloved bakers. Hear her story, the difficult and rewarding realities of running a baking business, and more in this fascinating episode!
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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. | |||
| Francisca Sacasa & Rosa Quezada Sacasa (QS Grill Steak) | 27 Mar 2025 | 01:00:40 | |
Francisca may not be a trained chef (she was a doctor in Nicaragua), but she has a deep passion for cooking and helping others experience Nicaraguan food and culture. That's why she opened QS Grill Steak in 2021, and Omaha's food scene is better for it. Francisca and her daughter explain why it was important for them to showcase Nicaraguan food to Omahans and how the restaurant (and food in general) have connected and impacted their family in incredible ways. Oh, and Rosa could basically run the restaurant already at 15 years old. This family is amazing, and you have to hear their story!
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! | |||
| Elie & Miny Berchal—Elie's Chinchorro | 11 May 2023 | 00:58:38 | |
Elie seeks to send her customers to Puerto Rico for a few hours when they visit her restaurant, and everything from the "boom" of the flavors to the bright walls of Elie's Chinchorro do just that. Elie and her daughter Miny joined the podcast to discuss the road that led from Elie semi-legally selling meals out of her house to owning a beautiful restaurant and introducing Omaha to mofongo and other phenomenal Puerto Rican cuisine.
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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. | |||
| Blane Hunter—Porky Butts BBQ | 04 May 2023 | 00:57:43 | |
Few men in the Midwest have the BBQ credentials that Blane Hunter does. He's proven his meat smoking proficiency both on the competition BBQ circuit and in his restaurant, which are vastly different environments. Blane explains the differences between the two settings, relays stories from BBQ competitions, lays out some hards truths about barbecue, 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. | |||
| Dylan Thompson & Jamen Danielson—Clean Slate Food Co. | 27 Apr 2023 | 00:59:34 | |
Since its inception in 2018, Clean Slate Food Co. has blossomed from a tiny catering service in co-owner Dylan's kitchen to a weekly meal delivery service and a cozy new cafe in Millwork Commons. Hear how friends Dylan and Jamen started from the ground up, creating "heathful" meals that fit into people's daily lives without sacrificing an ounce of flavor.
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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. | |||
| Holly Benson—Kitchen Council | 20 Apr 2023 | 01:00:06 | |
Put simply, Kitchen Council helps start-ups start up. This incubator for young businesses not only provides kitchen space and state-of-the-art machinery, but also information and mentorship necessary for a budding concept to survive. Holly, Kitchen Council's managing director, shares success stories and describes how the organization sets members up for success.
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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. | |||
| Colin & Jessica Duggan—Kitchen Table | 13 Apr 2023 | 00:58:55 | |
Colin & Jessica's commitment to not only local products, but building dishes from the ground up based off what's fresh and available, is downright astounding. They're creativity and dedication to making absolutely everything themselves is a big reason why Kitchen Table has been an Omaha staple for nearly a decade. I could listen to these two talk about food all day—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!
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. | |||
| Katina Talley—Know Good Eats; Sweet Magnolias Bake Shop | 06 Apr 2023 | 00:58:10 | |
The owner of one of Omaha's most beloved bakeries discusses how the business has involved and the process of finding and opening a second location. We also dive into Katina's new venture, Know Good Eats, which has opened a huge window into her favorite part of her job—recipe development.
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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. | |||
| Lauren Wright & Alexis Jensen—Conscious Comforts | 30 Mar 2023 | 01:00:03 | |
Lauren's food journey began when she realized she could overcome a medical condition by monitoring her diet, namely gluten and dairy intake. But she still desired the nostalgic comfort foods of her childhood (they all have a story), so she learned how to make vegan and gluten-free versions of them. And now she and best friend/business partner Alexis are showing Omaha that vegan food is anything but bland. Their story is one of gusto, friendship, and a true belief in themselves to overcome any challenge.
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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. | |||
| Kristina Kalian—Kravings Cookies | 23 Mar 2023 | 00:53:19 | |
Kristina developed a love for baking from her grandma at a young age and spent years perfecting her chocolate chip cookie recipe. But she didn't originally think that love would become a business, or that it would be such a hit! But her giant, soft cookies have made Kravings Cookies some of Omaha's most sought-after treats. Hear Kristina's story and how she balances being a mom, business owner, and recipe developer all at once!
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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. | |||
| Ahmad Nazar—Ahmad's Persian Cuisine | 16 Mar 2023 | 00:42:26 | |
For more than 30 years, Ahmad has been introducing diners to Persian food, serving them spices and dishes they've never experienced before. From his unique flavors, endless energy, and relentless commitment to meeting each customer, there are few restaurateurs like Ahmad—get to know him and his story in this episode!
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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. | |||
| Nichole Bartlett, Scott Taff, and Vincent Rissell—OCookieOs | 09 Mar 2023 | 01:02:39 | |
What happens when you combine the chewy consistency of a cake donut with the crisp edges of a cookie? You get OCookieOs, a brand that is quickly staking its claim in the Omaha market. Nichole describes how the treat was created as a way of baking for her gluten-free son and the long periods of trial and error that led to this delicious final product.
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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. | |||
| Moses Moseley & Dan Whalen —Dirty Birds (LIVE) | 20 Mar 2025 | 01:03:07 | |
In just a few years, these buddies went from line cooks at another restaurant to owning their other concept in one of Omaha's most historic buildings. How did they create the Dirty Birds empire so quickly? What about their fried chicken resonates so strongly with people? And what was it like to meet Guy Fieri and be featured on the Food Network?! Dan and Whalen answer all those questions and more in this fascinating, illuminating episode.
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! | |||
| Mike Barstow, Dan Watts, and Tyler Schaeffer ACX Theaters, Backlot Pizza + Kitchen, Inkwell | 02 Mar 2023 | 01:10:07 | |
Experiential dining is a rising trend in American food culture, and this crew is showing why. By combining restaurant-quality food and inspired drink menus with fun activities like movies and bowling, they’re expanding what the idea of a restaurant can be, both in Omaha and beyond.
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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. | |||
| Ben Mohl & Joe Finegan—Certified Piedmontese | 23 Feb 2023 | 01:01:52 | |
Beef that's leaner and lower in calories than traditional beef, but it tastes better? That might sound too good to be true, but anyone who's had Certified Piedmontese knows it's real. Ben & Joe talk about what makes this rare breed of cattle so special, how the giant CP campus in Lincoln (including Casa Bovina) came to be, the reasons you don't have to sacrifice nutrition for flavor, 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. | |||
| Kathy & Scott Silvey—A Catered Affair | 16 Feb 2023 | 01:02:28 | |
The Silveys had no catering experience when they left their corporate restaurant jobs to open their own catering business in 2007, but you'd never it by eating their food or dining in their cafe today. The stories of how they learned catering life on the fly, scratch make everything possible, survived COVID, and became Omaha's premier catering option are ones you simply can't miss!
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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. | |||
| JT Aegnor & Gabriel Bowser—A Foreign Taste | 09 Feb 2023 | 00:56:28 | |
This team is doing bold things at A Foreign Taste: their aim is to introduce Omaha to global wines and enter the upper echelon of Omaha's fine dining scene. Hear how Operations Manager and Sommelier JT Aegnor found his passion for wine, how head chef Gabriel has transformed the kitchen since coming on board, and what makes this restaurant a truly unique Omaha experience.
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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. | |||
| Larissa Codr—The Finicky Cookie | 02 Feb 2023 | 00:58:01 | |
Cookies, epic side hustles, and Food Network appearances; this episode has it all. Larissa explains how she became obsessed with cookies, the science behind creating the cookies and the various techniques she employs, and her winning appearance on the Food Network Competition, Christmas Cookie Challenge.
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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. | |||
| James Hawk—J's Smokehouse | 26 Jan 2023 | 01:02:55 | |
What if I told you some of Omaha's best BBQ was coming out of a food truck outside a karate gym in Papillion? It's not crazy, as anyone who's been to J's Smokehouse can attest! Owner James Hawk discusses where his love of barbecue came from, the day he quit his job to commit to it full-time, food truck life, how to use social media to a restaurant's advantage, 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. | |||
| Chloe Tran—The Banh Mi Shop | 19 Jan 2023 | 01:05:08 | |
When Chloe moved to the Omaha from Vietnam, she couldn't find any restaurants serving banh mi sandwiches like the ones she enjoyed at home. So she opened her own restaurant—despite the fact that she was still in college! As The Banh Mi Shop celebrates its 5-year anniversary, we look back at its wild beginnings, discuss learning about culture through food, and talk about what makes banh mis unlike any other sandwich.
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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. | |||
| Joe Cong—Blue & Fly Asian Kitchen | 12 Jan 2023 | 00:59:54 | |
When Joe moved from China to Omaha at the age of 21, he was disappointed that he couldn't find the traditional dishes he loved weren't available (sorry, peanut butter chicken). So he created Blue & Fly Asian Kitchen, one of the few spots in Omaha that not only offers Americanized Chinese dishes, but also those traditional ones you'd across the globe. Hear his story, how moods can affect his cooking, the advent of Blue & Fly's cake business, 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. | |||
| Rolando Valadez—Alley Taco 402 | 05 Jan 2023 | 01:09:03 | |
On the surface, Alley Taco 402 is a food truck serving some of the best tacos in Omaha. But it goes further than that, as owner Rolando Valadez is using his business to create community and inspire the next generation using the lessons he learned from his late father.
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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. | |||
| Yuvi Kolbar - Yuvi’s Bake Shop | 29 Dec 2022 | 00:56:36 | |
Yuvi’s story from growing up in Israel to selling French pastries and desserts is wild, and it showcases what makes her such a passionate, amazing baker. Hear more about her background and the unique, delicious desserts she’s creating that you won’t find anywhere else.
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| Kim & Paul Kavulak—Nebraska Brewing Company | 13 Mar 2025 | 01:01:12 | |
The stories that formed one of Omaha's most beloved breweries are priceless. The rage recipe that created NBC's flagship Cardinal Pale Ale. The lunch where Paul, then just a home brewer, quit his job to pursue brewing full time. The award ceremony where NBC won a competition over their idols. Paul & Kim share those stories and the dream that turned a home brewing passion into a full-scale brewery that has fully embraced the local community.
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 another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! | |||
| Javier Trujillo Villa—Javi's Tacos | 22 Dec 2022 | 01:08:23 | |
Javi's Tacos has opened 3 locations and 2 food trucks in just 2 years; how did it achieve such wild success out of the gate? To hear own Javier Trujillo Villa tell it, it's consistency, humility, and creating food that's neither "Tex Mex" or "authentic", but is what he loves to eat. This episode provides a great look into not only delicious food, but what makes a business successful and scaleable.
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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. | |||
| Brad, Kyle, & Jake Jukes—Jukes Ale Works | 15 Dec 2022 | 01:01:52 | |
Delicious, wildly creative beers, salted caramel wings, sweat-inducing Nashville hot chicken sandwiches... there's no place quite like Jukes Ale Works. And when you meet these brothers, you'll see why. We talked about a little bit of everything: a beer named "Bathtub Spaghetti", taking man cards with the Nashville hot chicken, the headaches of building the brewery, the joys of creating a beloved brew, and the importance of keeping everything in the family.
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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. | |||
| Cory Fuller—Pulled BBQ | 08 Dec 2022 | 00:58:46 | |
Cory Fuller promised his wife he'd never open a restaurant. But the raving compliments this home smoker got on his smoked meats were too powerful to ignore. A food truck evolved into a brick and mortar featuring solely hand-pulled meats. Cory explains his personal journey, the decision to not include BBQ staples like ribs and brisket on the menu, the strategy behind his creative weekly specials, and more!
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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. | |||
| Erick Landa—Centi | 01 Dec 2022 | 01:02:40 | |
Omaha was missing a gelato destination... that is, until Erick opened Centi in the summer of 2022. This detail-obsessed dessert magician delights Omahans with his creamy product and unique flavors, most of which have a personal tie to his life. Hear Erick's story from savory chef to sweet treat creator and hear what's next for Centi.
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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. | |||
| David Utterback—Koji | 23 Nov 2022 | 00:59:35 | |
Already a James Beard-nominated chef and owner of Yoshitomo, Omaha's top sushi restaurant, David Utterback wanted a spot in Omaha where he could eat one of his favorite foods: yakitori. So he opened Koji and introduced the city to a fantastic style of eating. Hear why David is so passionate about yakitori, how he and his team leveled up and learned the cooking method, how to get diners to expand their culinary horizons, and more!
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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. | |||
| Bryon Compton—Graley's Creamery & Confections | 17 Nov 2022 | 01:00:20 | |
Super premium ice cream, homemade hand pies and soup, a welcoming atmosphere that takes you back in time... what else could you want from an ice cream shop?! Bryon discusses how nostalgia, family, and a severe love of ice cream combine to make Graley's one of the most unique establishments in Omaha.
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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. | |||
| Erin Palladino—PepperJax | 10 Nov 2022 | 00:41:47 | |
As PepperJax celebrates its 20th anniversary, its COO joins the show to discuss how it grew from humble beginnings in Omaha in 2002 to a major brand with more than 40 locations now. Erin talks about how the company scaled up, the importance of listening to customers, the advent of cheese sauces (it was a BIG deal), and how she rose from part-time cashier to one of the company's most important figures.
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| Matt Taylor - Inner Rail Food Hall | 03 Nov 2022 | 00:51:36 | |
As someone who’s worked at all levels of the restaurant industry, Matt brings a unique perspective and ability to coach all the various independent vendors and concepts inside the Inner Rail. Matt tells stories of his career (including working under Charlie Trotter and Thomas Keller), how they helped prepare him for the Inner Rail, facing the “fire-breathing dragon” that is dinner service, and how a food hall survives and thrives in a pandemic.
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| Dan Benigno—Chef Around the Block | 27 Oct 2022 | 01:00:10 | |
Dan Benigno is passionate about two things: making people happy through food and empowering the next generation of cooks. He accomplishes both at Chef Around the Block, offering cooking classes, catering, private dinners and, most recently, a pop-up space in Midtown to mentor young chefs and cooks as they test their concepts.
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| Stacie Van Cleave & Matt Hyde—Veg.edible | 20 Oct 2022 | 00:58:18 | |
Vegan. Gluten-free. Nut-free. Stacie Van Cleave wanted to provide delicious food for everyone, regardless of dietary restrictions and preferences—thus, Veg.edible was born. And now she and partner Matt Hyde are taking Omaha by storm with delicious, unique, safe food that anyone can enjoy. Hear why they're so passionate about the mission and how they got Veg.edible off the ground!
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| John Anderson - AJ’s Cafe | 06 Mar 2025 | 00:54:02 | |
John and Lisa Anderson had no experience in the restaurant business… so how did they create a beloved diner that’s thrilled guests for over a decade? John discusses their journey and how he got AJ’s off the ground, as well as the importance of making guests feel loved and creating a homey atmosphere.
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 another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! | |||
| Moses Moseley, Dan Whalen, & Cassie Jacobs—Dirty Birds | 13 Oct 2022 | 00:56:45 | |
What started as a tiny pop-up has blown up into Omaha's favorite fried chicken joint in just two years... how did it happen? The Dirty Birds trio describes their move into Omaha's historic Flatiron building, the "great chicken, good vibes" concept behind the restaurant, and a new approach to how we think about "fine dining."
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| Kevin Wyatt & Isaiah Renner—Trucks & Taps | 06 Oct 2022 | 00:58:25 | |
Two food truck veterans had a crazy/brilliant idea: to create a food truck hub that not only attracted customers in droves, but also helped incubate young food trucks. Thus Trucks & Taps was born, and it provides something unique and awesome that the Omaha food scene has never seen before. You'll hear the origin story, what it takes to start a food truck, why food truck culture has caught on, and more in this episode.
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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. | |||
| Michael Ozmun Jr.—Dairy Chef | 29 Sep 2022 | 00:51:03 | |
The Ozmun family basically grew up at Dairy Chef, so when the opportunity to buy the iconic drive-in in 2013, they couldn't pass it up. Hear the story of how the family not only preserved the legacy of awesome ice cream, but also leveled up Dairy Chef's food game and took it to a whole new level.
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