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Mark Pascal and Francis Schott are The Restaurant Guys! The two have been best friends and restaurateurs for over 30 years. They started The Restaurant Guys Radio Show and Podcast in 2005 and have hosted some of the most interesting and important people in the food and beverage world. After a 10 year hiatus they have returned! Each week they post a brand new episode and a Vintage Selection from the archives. Join them for great conversations about food, wine and the finer things in life.
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This is a Vintage selection from 2012The BanterThe Guys discuss Bloody Mary variations including some that provide a meal in a glass. The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys catch up with Tiki barman Brian Miller who was behind the bar at Lani Kai in SoHo (NYC) on Monday nights serving tropical drinks while dressed in pirate garb. They talk about defining Tiki, where it came from and how it fits into modern bar culture. Brian concludes by walking us through constructing a Queens Park Swizzle...
The BanterThe Guys discuss the strange case of misappropriation Grand Cru Burgundy. The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys get to hear from Dr. David Wondrich about the past, present and future of the cocktail in America. They discuss his nine year compendium, a drink category he likes so much he wrote the book about it and a new comic book coming out next year. The Inside TrackThe Guys have had the pleasure of David attending events at their restaurant to share his expertise (over coc...
This is a Vintage Selection from 2008The BanterThe Guys discuss steps taken by the EPA in 2008 to eliminate reporting of noxious gas emissions due to lawsuits being filed against those who are emitting the toxins. Huh?The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys are happy to have acclaimed chef José Andrés. They discuss two of his restaurants Jaleo and Minibar which offer quite different styles of excellent dining experiences. Find out how José prefers to eat and what’s next in world cuisine.The...
The BanterThe Guys chat about old school dining experiences and ways to serve martinis.The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys geek out with Dan Richer who, according to The Guys and other reputable sources, makes some of the best pizza in the world! Hear how his obsession with sourcing, tasting and analyzing brings folks from around the globe to Razza Pizza Artiginale in Jersey City, NJ. The Inside TrackThe Guys recognized Razza pizza as something special when it opened. Conveniently, it is...
This is a Vintage Selection from 2006The BanterThe Guys discuss a new trend in 2006: the Avant-garde cocktail. Is it a drink? A chemistry experiment? Hear their take on it.The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys catch up with Audrey Saunders the year after opening The Pegu Club. They talk about old books and the problem with soda guns. Audrey discusses her vision for Pegu and what inspires and motivates her (and what doesn’t). The Inside TrackThe Guys are frequent guests at The Pegu C...
The BanterThe Guys find that maps of bars from the Victorian era were created with a very different purpose than expected.The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys are eager to hear from Tony Abou-Ganim’s about Negroni week in Dubai. From running spirits competitions to writing to charity work, Tony shares what he’s doing to leave a legacy for those who come next.The Inside TrackThe Guys crossed paths with Tony in New York City when the cocktail renaissance was merely a glimmer in Dale DeGroff’s ey...
This is a Vintage Selection from 2012The BanterThe Guys talk about the decline of professional food writing and support by the media. Is it good that many amateur voices have drowned out the professional ones?The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys reach around the world to talk with Frank Brunacci, King Truff, provider of excellent Australian truffles. Frank tells how this got started and why they are able to produce such excellent truffles. The Inside TrackThe Guys somehow got in contact w...
The BanterThe Guys try some homemade Applejack. You can’t taste it, but learn about this centuries-old northern American spirit and why Johnny Appleseed was really planting those apples!The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys welcome chef-owner of Attica, a restaurant regularly ranked among the best in the word. Attica is just outside Melbourne, Australia. Chef Shewry continues to learn about native foods, particularly those unique to that part of the world so he can share their splendor with oth...
This is a vintage episode from 2012 with special introduction by Sother Teague in 2024The BanterThe Guys invite mixologist Sother Teague to introduce this vintage selection about his and America’s favorite bartender of the 1970s Isaac from The Love Boat, actor Ted Lange. After some reminiscing, Sother shares where Isaac has left his mark on pop-culture and where we hope we may encounter that likeness and mustache again.The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys interview beloved television bartender...
The BanterThe Guys discuss the pros and cons of “Best of” lists and how they would rank some colorful local watering holes.The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys welcome acclaimed writer Robert Simonson, a cocktail enthusiast and expert. They devise a dream team of restaurant reviewers, bond over a love of hot dogs and discuss an exclusive gin that might be worth its price.The Presidential Stormy Porn Star MartiniA mash up of three cocktails★ El Presidente (Rum, Curacao)★ Dark and Stormy (...
This is a vintage selection from 2006 The BanterThe Guys discuss their recent trip to the Bastianichs’ relatively new restaurant Del Posto in NYC. It manages to be opulent, friendly and “New York” all at once while serving delicious meals.The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys connect with soul food royalty Lindsey Williams author of Neo Soul: Taking Soul Food to a Whole 'Nutha Level about his upbringing, rise, fall and what it’s like being back on top. Lindsey has found a way to continue f...
The BanterThe Guys discuss the most sought-after restaurant in France which is probably not what you think.The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys are thrilled to meet soul food royalty Melba Wilson. Melba recounts her childhood centered around food and frugality which is what led her to where she is today. She brought gospel brunch to Windows on the World and helped revitalize a Harlem neighborhood by bringing folks together over home cooking at her restaurant Melba’s. There may be a Melba...
This is a Vintage Selection from 2007The BanterThe Guys talk about the idea of “forbidden foods” and the ethics of whether to seek them out as a travel article suggests. The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys dig into the details (and a box) of chocolate with chocolatier Jacques Torres. They discuss sourcing, technique, perishability and the transcendent power of chocolate. How is a chocolatier like a winemaker? Find out.The Inside TrackThe Guys are fans of Jacques Torres chocolates and wer...
The BanterThe Guys discuss the fall of one of Mark’s old employers where you may have enjoyed a "fest."The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys have a talk with Jacques Torres, Mr. Chocolate, while enjoying the fruits of his labor. They discuss sourcing high quality ingredients, the future of the cacao bean and why his hot chocolate is so incredible. The Inside TrackThe Guys hosted Jacques Torres on their radio show back in 2007 and are thrilled to speak with him again. They are long-time fan...
The BanterThe Guys reply to a listener email about a faux pas in his favorite restaurant. They address how to craft a complaint for the best result including ingratiating yourself with the management. The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys welcome back Chef Charlie Trotter to hear what’s going on in Chicago and Las Vegas, especially during challenging economic times. You’ll hear Chef Trotter’s advice on culinary school, making stocks at home and many things in between. The Inside Track...
The BanterThe Guys talk about fast food and the Super Size Me guy, Morgan Spurlock, a former guest on the show whose work impacted their lives. The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys catch up with Chef Jose Garces in his busy kitchen to discuss his story from Spain to New York to Philadelphia. Chef and The Guys both opened up restaurants in October 2005 named after their grandmothers! The Inside TrackThe Guys and Chef Garces have crossed paths over the past several decades and held fri...
The BanterThe Guys talk about Calvados, what makes it special and why we should taste a wide range of spirits to find the ones you truly enjoy. To this end they run The Spirits Project at their restaurant where they offer samplings of high-end spirits at cost to consumers to further community and conversation. It’s still happening in 2024. If you’re near central NJ, join us! The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys talk with Jim Meehan, an accomplished bartender and operator of Please D...
The BanterThe Guys talk about sourcing products for their restaurants through relationships with local farms and hobbyists. Catherine Lombardi, Mark’s grandmother and the inspiration for his restaurant of the same name, had family heirloom vinegar pots brought from Italy. The Guys recently began experimenting and making vinegar. Hear how it’s going!The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys catch up with mixologist, author and friend Jim Meehan. They discuss various bar trends over the years and wha...
This is a Vintage Selection from 2006The BanterThe Guys discuss new trends in desserts as Francis nurses his sugar hangover.The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys hear the tale of Steven Rinella’s experience spending a year collecting wild game to create a 45 course meal from Chef Auguste Escoffier’s book Le Guide Culinaire. From turtles to elk to blue trout, don’t miss this epic adventure! (You won’t believe what he went through to acquire squab.)The Inside TrackThe Guys were fascinated by Stev...
The BanterThe Guys share a funny review of their restaurant, Catherine Lombardi, that was rated in “gold chains.”The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys are joined by Jon Ross, former employee, Master Sommelier now wine importer and author. They reminisce about time together early in Jon’s career and follow his path that led him to where he is today including a nearly-forgotten and surprising connection to The Restaurant Guys Podcast. The Inside TrackThe Guys hired Jon as a young adult and n...
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