Podcasts about restaurant hoppen

What happens when a childhood love of baking turns into a career, then a business, then a bakery of your own? In this special Restaurant Hoppen segment from Hurrdat and Yelp's Omaha food event at the Kiewit Luminarium, Dan Hoppen sits down with Elana Crum, owner of Crum Cakes Bakery, to hear the story behind her journey from childhood baking dreams to one of Omaha's growing bakery businesses. Elana says she was helping in the kitchen and asking to bake cookies from a young age. After high school, she followed that passion to Metro Community College, where she earned degrees in baking and pastry and business management. But owning a bakery wasn't always part of the plan. Crum Cakes grew organically through farmers markets, pop-ups, word-of-mouth and baking from home before Elana spent several years working out of the No More Empty Pots kitchen. Eventually, she took the leap into her own storefront in 2022. Along the way, she learned that running a bakery takes more than loving to bake. It means managing demand, navigating Omaha's constantly changing weather, maintaining extremely high standards, leading a team, and finding the energy to keep going when the day-to-day pressure gets heavy. And somehow, it all started with a pretty simple idea: Her husband was named Crum. She was in culinary school. So why not Crum Cakes?

What happens when a family recipe is so good that people refuse to stop asking for it? For Katie Becker, it turned into a business. In this special Restaurant Hoppen segment from Hurrdat and Yelp's Omaha food event at the Kiewit Luminarium, Dan Hoppen sits down with the owner of Tasty Good Toffee to hear how her grandmother's holiday recipe grew from a family tradition into a full-time candy company. Katie inherited the recipe from her grandmother Louise 24 years ago. She originally made the toffee for the holidays, shared leftovers with coworkers and gave it to friends. Then people started asking for the recipe. Then they started asking to buy it. Eventually, that seasonal tradition became a hobby business, which became a full-time operation producing toffee in Crete, Nebraska and supplying more than 50 business partners around the country. Today, Tasty Good Toffee offers a growing lineup of flavors, from classic milk chocolate pecan and dark chocolate sea salt to churro, s'mores, peanut butter, ghost pepper and seasonal creations. Katie says her mind is constantly spinning with new toffee ideas. The story gets even more special when Katie talks about her children, who have grown up around the business and now help with deliveries, packaging, marketing and selling at events. This isn't just a candy company. It's a family legacy.

What happens when you put more than 25 Omaha food and drink businesses under one roof? Omaha shows up. In this special Restaurant Hoppen segment from Hurrdat and Yelp's food event at the Kiewit Luminarium, Dan Hoppen sits down with Meg Bauer, Yelp Omaha's Community Manager, to talk about the event, the local businesses that helped make it happen, and why collaboration is such an important part of Omaha's food culture. Meg explains why Yelp wanted to create a sampling-style food event where guests could experience a huge variety of local flavors in one night while also supporting the Kiewit Luminarium. The event brought together more than 25 food and drink vendors, representing different cuisines, neighborhoods and types of businesses. She also talks about how Yelp and other local organizations built the vendor lineup, why giving smaller or less-visible businesses a chance to participate matters, and how Omaha's food community continues to support one another. And there's a special moment for Restaurant Hoppen: Meg talks about the importance of Dan's role in amplifying local restaurants and calls his participation in the event a huge get for Yelp and its participating businesses.

For more than 70 years, La Casa Pizzaria has been serving Omaha with a pizza recipe that's become part of the city's history. In this special Restaurant Hoppen segment from Hurrdat and Yelp's Omaha food event at the Kiewit Luminarium, Dan Hoppen sits down with Nicole Jesse, owner of La Casa Pizzaria, to talk about the family history behind one of Omaha's most iconic pizza restaurants. Nicole explains why La Casa's pizza doesn't look—or taste—like the typical pizza many people grew up with. The crust is thin and made without yeast, the pizza is finished directly on the oven rack for a unique grilled texture, and the restaurant makes its ingredients from scratch. Then there's the Romano cheese: a signature ingredient that has been part of La Casa's identity since the family's roots in Sicily. Dan and Nicole also talk about what happens when someone tries La Casa for the first time, why some customers become lifelong fans after just a few visits, and what it means to operate a family restaurant that has welcomed multiple generations of Omaha diners. This is a quick conversation with a big story behind it: 70 years. Multiple generations. One unmistakable pizza.

Most people know Smash Park for the activities. Pickleball. Duckpin bowling. Darts. Karaoke. Shuffleboard. Arcade games. But Todd Lindberg wants you to know there's another reason to visit: the food. In this special Restaurant Hoppen segment from Hurrdat and Yelp's Omaha food event at the Kiewit Luminarium, Dan Hoppen sits down with Todd, Executive Vice President of Expansion for Smash Park, to talk about the kitchen behind the entertainment. Smash Park focuses on scratch cooking, including Wagyu burgers, smoked chicken wings, and a dedicated gluten-free fryer. The goal isn't simply to provide something to eat between activities—it's to make food that genuinely surprises people who may not have come expecting a restaurant experience. Todd also shares his own path into the culinary world, which started with his first kitchen job at 14 years old and eventually led him to culinary school at the Culinary Institute of America in New York. And if you're wondering what Todd would order first? The answer is the 24-hour-brined, smoked and flash-fried chicken wings. Because apparently even at Smash Park, the wings are serious business.

What if culinary school let you learn in a real restaurant—with real guests, real service, and real feedback? In this special Restaurant Hoppen segment from Hurrdat and Yelp's Omaha food event at the Kiewit Luminarium, Dan Hoppen sits down with Emma Oblender, outreach specialist and outreach chef for Metro Community College's Culinary Arts & Horticulture programs, to explore how Metro is preparing the next generation of chefs and hospitality professionals. At the center of Metro's culinary program is Sage Student Bistro, a public-facing restaurant where students experience both front-of-house and back-of-house operations while serving real guests. Emma explains why that hands-on environment gives students something a traditional classroom simply can't: the opportunity to learn from real service, real feedback and real-world mistakes. Metro has also revamped its culinary program around cohort learning, cross-training, and internship and job-site opportunities that connect students directly with Omaha's restaurant community. And you don't even have to be pursuing a culinary career to get involved. Metro offers community education classes covering everything from sushi and knife skills to bread and macarons. Whether you're an aspiring chef, a longtime food lover, or just curious about how Omaha's culinary talent is being developed, this is a fascinating look inside one of the region's most hands-on culinary programs.

Ten years of Sweet Magnolia's. Three-plus years of Know Good. And another restaurant project already on the way. Katina Talley is one of Omaha's busiest—and most relentlessly creative—food entrepreneurs. In this special Restaurant Hoppen segment from Hurrdat and Yelp's Omaha food event at the Kiewit Luminarium, Dan Hoppen catches up with Katina to talk about Sweet Magnolia's Bake Shop, the evolution of Know Good, and the brand-new European-style all-day café she's preparing to open. Katina describes Sweet Magnolia's as an American-style bakery where everything is made from scratch and where the team pours an enormous amount of love and labor into handmade pastries. She also explains why the bakery embraces both sweet and savory baking, including her personal favorite: pesto twisties. Then there's Know Good, which started almost accidentally. What began as an opportunity during a slow period in Millwork eventually became a full-fledged bagel and breakfast sandwich concept after Katina realized they couldn't keep up with demand for their bagels. And somehow... she's still not finished. Katina teases her next project: a European-style all-day café serving espresso, pastries, breakfast plates, sandwiches, salads and handmade pasta from morning through late evening. It's a short conversation, but it captures something really fun about Katina: She's not building food businesses because she has to. She's building them because she can't stop being curious about food.

What happens when you stop trying to make food more complicated—and start letting great ingredients speak for themselves? In this special Restaurant Hoppen segment from Hurrdat and Yelp's Omaha food event at the Kiewit Luminarium, Dan Hoppen sits down with Clare Bartolomei, owner and operator of Lola's and Fig, to talk about the ideas behind both restaurants. Lola's began seven years ago as an espresso bar and coffee shop before evolving into an all-day café, sourdough bakery and wine bar. Clare describes the philosophy simply: simple, beautiful food made from scratch, with fresh, local and organic ingredients whenever possible. That same philosophy inspired Fig, the "little sister" to Lola's located inside the Kiewit Luminarium. When the opportunity arose, Clare didn't want to simply open another Lola's. Instead, Fig became its own concept, with a broader menu that includes burgers, fries and other dishes while maintaining the same commitment to scratch-made sourdough. Clare also explains why sourdough has become so central to both businesses, including the flavor and structure that can come from local grains and long fermentation. And looking ahead, she's already dreaming about taking Lola's beyond Omaha through culinary and wine experiences. It's a conversation about food, community, creativity and what it means to build restaurants around a set of values.

What if you could send someone a pint of Omaha's best ice cream no matter where they live? In this special Restaurant Hoppen segment from Hurrdat and Yelp's Omaha food event at the Kiewit Luminarium, Dan Hoppen sits down with Abby Jordan, co-founder of eCreamery, to talk about nearly 20 years of ice cream, creativity and entrepreneurship. eCreamery began in 2007 and has evolved from an ice cream shop into a business that blends gelato-style ice cream, sorbets, seasonal flavors and a nationwide gift-giving operation. Customers can customize pint labels with photos or messages and send eCreamery ice cream anywhere in the country. Abby also talks about how the team comes up with creative new flavors, including a lemon drop melon sorbet inspired by a local farmers market, and why she believes almost any flavor can work when you can imagine it with sweetness. Dan and Abby also discuss what it takes to stay in business with the same partner for nearly two decades, how they learned to work with completely opposite personalities, and why a little "sugar and grit" has helped keep eCreamery going through the ups and downs. And yes... Dan absolutely gets Abby to talk about his favorite seasonal flavor.

Bread is one of mankind's most universally beloved foods, and it just brings people together. But have you ever thought about how it's made, or what it would be like to be a professional baker? Aires Reis (Reis' Bakery), Hank Shields (Omaha Bagel Co.), and Sadie Paulsen (Via Farina) didn't start their careers as bakers, but they fell for the craft and now couldn't imagine life without it. These 3 bread experts gathered to discuss all things bread and baking on this live edition of Restaurant Hoppen. 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!

How does a food hall work? Do the vendors cooperate or compete? How are the various vendors selected? And how did Sam's two concepts—Tiny's Pizza Joint and Sammy's Sub Shop—fill necessary holes in the Inner Rail's lineup? The VP and Executive Chef of the Inner Rail, Omaha's premier food hall, answer those questions and much, much more!Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!This episode was sponsored by Semo Pasta. Homemade pasta from local ingredients and an unforgettable dining experience awaits. Buon appetito!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

That's right—Dan gets the tables turned on him! To celebrate five years of the podcast, Brian Sullivan (Sully's GastroBurgers & Fries) asks Dan all the questions you ask: about the Restaurant Hoppen origin story, why Dan is so positive in his reviews, how he stays so thin, and more! If you've ever wanted to get to know Dan, this is an episode you can't miss.Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!This episode was sponsored by Semo Pasta. Homemade pasta from local ingredients and an unforgettable dining experience awaits. Buon appetito!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brian brings science to the food truck scene, creating a burger unlike any other in Omaha. The chef talks about the science behind his unique burger and how he created it, his process of building a new burger from the ground up, the adjustments he had to make to cooking on a food truck and more. Sully's may be a new food truck, but it's already taking Omaha by storm. Listen to this podcast and you'll understand why!Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!This episode was sponsored by Semo Pasta. Homemade pasta from local ingredients and an unforgettable dining experience awaits. Buon appetito!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The chefs and creators behind Ooh De Lally and Ybor don't see their food concepts as ways to simply feed people, but also to help them. These concepts provide jobs, training, and life coaching to help formerly incarcerated individuals reacclimate to society and find their footing. They share stories of success, the value of providing hope, and the wonderful potential that this part of the population has to offer.Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After training for 15 years at one of New York's best sushi restaurants, Keen brought his talents to Bellevue in 2017, and the sushi scene here changed forever. And now he's hoping to do the same by introducing Omahans to bingsu and bubble tea at Snowy Sundaes. Hear chef Keen's story, the hours of dedicated work he put in to master sushi, and more!Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Paddy McGown's is not your average bar. With family history in the Omaha restaurant scene and a desire to go to the next level, Paddy McGown's is serving food that would make any restaurant proud—including one of the best Reubens in Omaha. Hear how Dan's dream of someday owning at bar turned into an Omaha institution beloved for its beers, burgers, and TikTok family dances.Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A small oasis exists in downtown Omaha, where a seasoned chef brings flavors from all over the world together in a thoughtfully composed 4-course dinner each Thursday. Listen to hear all about the origins and beauty of Boho Supper Club, chef Chris' eye-opening philosophy on melding different cuisines, what a newcomer to Omaha thinks of the food scene, and more!Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What started as a single sushi restaurant (Blue) in Omaha has expanded to 13 concepts and 46 locations across 13 states, and Flagship's growth isn't slowing down anytime soon. Two of the 4 founders joined me to talk about how the first restaurant got off the ground, the mistakes it's learned from over the years, creating a cohesive dining experience in addition to serving great food, and where this rocketship of a company is headed next.Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

One of the nation's best sushi chefs, Dave talks about his uncommon path to becoming a sushi chef, how his style of mashing sushi styles together has created something new altogether, his humbling introduction to omakase and what made him want to bring it to Omaha, and more!Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When Wayne opened his food truck in 2014, he helped usher in a new era of Omaha to BBQ, introducing legit brisket and simplistic methods that introduced incredible meat. We discuss why he loves Central Texas BBQ and the importance of hospitality and loving people in BBQ.Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if I told you Omaha's best Reuben sandwiches was one you order online and cook yourself after it's delivered to your front door? It may sound wild, but Beth Stratton is carrying on her grandfather's legacy through Omaha Gourmet Reuben, the Reuben delivery company that has fans making mad dashes to order every time the opportunity arises. Hear the history behind this unique company and what gives Beth the drive to keep this tradition alive!Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

These talented chefs blend modern techniques and ingredients with classic steakhouse dishes to create a whole new steakhouse experience. We discussed highlighting different breeds of beef from local farmers, how to create individual, special experiences tailored to each diner, Reubens (of course), and more!Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

"The neighbor that throws weird parties with great food and drink." That's how the owners describe Cattle Call, the new downtown Omaha bar that's also delivering chef-curated dishes bringing multiple parts of the world together. Hear owner Sagar and chef Dom talk about how the menu and concept came together and their passion about creating a place for their fellow industry workers to gather and have a good time.Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Few new restaurants have hit the ground with as much positive buzz as Clio, Omaha's first restaurant dedicated to Mediterranean food. But that wasn't by mistake. Hear the story of the restaurant's opening weeks as the chefs worked around the clock to develop recipes, research the cuisine, build a team, and master the finicky but absolutely delicious pita. Anyone curious about how restaurants move from concept to reality can't miss this episode!Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What started as a holiday passion project during COVID has transformed into a full-time job and wonderful business for Bri, who thrills the masses with her delightful cheesecakes and other confections. Hear her story, the R&D process behind her wildly creative flavors, and how she made the tough decision to quit her job and run Breeze full time.Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wilson & Washburn is a bar first and foremost, but traditional bar food, this is not. Owner Jeff Luby explains the elevated twists W&W puts on bar food, how a former bartender became a restaurant owner, and the impact former brothel owners had on bringing this historic restaurant to life.Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There's nothing more American than eating a hot dog or a brat while rooting on your favorite team on a summer day. But today, ballpark eats are far more sophisticated than peanuts and Cracker Jacks, and that's what we're here to talk about today. The chefs from Werner Park join me to discuss the evolution of ballpark food and the ways in which they're incorporating family recipes and ideas to take things to the next level.Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Herbe Sainte was never supposed to be a restaurant. It was intended to be a New Orleans cocktail bar with a few bites. So how has it grown into Omaha's most beloved destination for Cajun food? Justin tells that story, the insane pivots he and his family had to make, and the wisdom of knowing when a restaurant should bend and adjust in this fantastic conversation.Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After years of working in other bars and restaurants around Omaha, Brady and Evan finally got to open their concept in April 2024—and it was going to be BBQ, their way. But as great as the 'que is at Lazy Buffalo BBQ, it's this duo's attention to the customer experience and making a comfortable gathering space that takes it to the next level. We discuss all that and more in this great conversation!Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Being a restaurant owner and chef is all about adaptability, and we use Sauced's story to highlight chefs' ability to pivot. From learning how to adjust the Sauced by Alfaro menu after moving to a new location to her stories of cooking for hundreds of people on a farm for Battle of the Chefs, Michelle's career has been all about pivots, and it's turned her restaurant into a beloved institution.Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Katina Talley (Sweet Magnolias Bake Shop), Stacey Leick (Buttered Marshmallow), and Kathy Silvey (A Catered Affair) discuss the complex realities of operating a bakery, the science behind baking, and so much more! If you've ever wanted to learn more about baking, this conversation with Omaha's best bakers is perfect for you!Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen!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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Embark on a culinary odyssey with Omaha Places as we welcome a special guest, Dan Hoppen, host of the Restaurant Hoppen podcast. While Delaney soaks up the sun on vacation, Cahner sits down with Dan to delve into the delectable world of Omaha's food scene. From a humble WordPress blog to a thriving podcast, Dan shares his journey through the city's gastronomic landscape, offering insights into beloved eateries like Block 16 and the newly minted brick-and-mortar Izzy's Pizza. Whether you're a local foodie or just passing through, this episode serves up a feast of knowledge on where to find the best bites in town. POTUS at Bluebarn Theatre First drive in movie at Falconwood Park Moulin Rouge at the Orpheum Theater |Instagram | |TikTok| | Youtube | | Subscribe to our newsletter| |Visit our website| 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. Check out other shows on the Hurrdat Media Network: https://hurrdatmedia.com/network/

Porky Butts named today's special after Pat. It's hilarious and delicious at the same time! We talked about Scientology and the Shiny Happy People documentary. Plus, Dan Hoppen is doing another Restaurant Hoppen at Hail Varsity Club on Monday August 7th. It's free. Register here! Thanks to our podcast partner Centris Federal Credit Union! You can rep our show! Buy some Pat and JT Podcast swag HERE! Subscribe, rate, and review our podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A quick update on our Pat & JT LIVE shows at Hail Varsity Club. Dan Hoppen will be recording his podcast "Restaurant Hoppen" live at Hail Varsity Club on Monday May 8th. Click HERE for more info and to reserve you free seat! It's gonna be fun! Pat GPT returned to read your texts at 402-403-9478. JT's neighborhood doesn't have a home owners association. So it's basically the wild west over there. Thanks to our podcast partner Centris Federal Credit Union! You can rep our show! Buy some Pat and JT Podcast swag HERE! Subscribe, rate, and review our podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan Hoppen was one of our first podcasts almost 3 years ago! He's learned a lot about the local restaurant industry since starting his show "Restaurant Hoppen." Shining a light on these restaurants during the pandemic was an eye opening experience. We talk about some hidden Omaha gems, some ultra popular places, and some random pop-ups that are becoming huge.  Welcome to our new podcast partner Centris Federal Credit Union! Get our email newsletter! --> HERE You can rep our show! Buy some Pat and JT Podcast swag HERE! Subscribe, rate, and review our podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram 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.

Flaky, buttery, nostalgic goodness... what's not to love about hand pies?! And no one makes them better than Carter & Rye. Hear how Kate creates the ever-changing menu, how her business grew from a farmers market staple to a brick and mortar establishment that sells out every week, and why "I'm the Hot One" became a crucial rallying cry for the business. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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.

Already one of Omaha's most talented coffee professional, Jesús now operates one an up-and-coming Mexican pop-up that has sold out in under an hour. And if the early indications are any sign, this is just the tip of the iceberg for his career. Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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.

Turns out, there's a lot more that goes into making a great coffee shop than fantastic coffee. The owner of Archetype describes the process of opening Archetype and the hard lessons he had to learn, expounds on the value of customer service and how coffee can set the tone for someone's day, and reveals how Archetype finds its unique suppliers and seldom-found beans. Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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.

When Lee Franklin moved to Omaha from New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina, he couldn't find the Cajun food he loved from back home, so he started making it himself! Franklin talks about that journey, the joys and struggles of owning a food truck, how to make fried food taste light, and so much more! Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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.

Raikes Farm had been around for more than a century, but Justin (the 5th generation in the business) and Lindsey knew it could evolve. Hear the story of how they created a Wagyu cross, opened a retail store, and continued to build on an already-beloved product. Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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.

Three of Omaha's most talented chefs convene to discuss and banter about industry topics, including the unique challenges most diners don't understand about working in restaurants, their favorite celebrity chefs, the foodie trends that drive them crazy, Omaha's top up-and-coming culinary talent, and more! Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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.

The owner of the Mootz pizza truck discusses the importance of cooking the food he want to cook, how he's developed his new business over the past year, the joys and struggles of operating a food truck, and more! Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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.

The owner of one of Omaha's newest and hottest brunch joints explains why chose to open a restaurant (especially during a pandemic), what makes Good Lookin' stand out in Omaha's crowded brunch field, how his marketing background helps the restaurant, and more! Plus, he reveals the secret behind Good Lookin's incredible crispy potatoes... Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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.

After taking five years away from the restaurant industry, Patrick McCracken was recently named as the new executive chef at Pacific Eating House. We discuss his journey, what he learned during his time away from restaurants, how he's getting caught up to speed, and what makes Pacific Eating House unique in a crowded restaurant market. Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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.

When Stacey left her corporate job to pursue her passions of golfing and baking, she had no idea that her cake business would blow up like it has. But Omahans can't get enough of her confections, especially her signature cake. Her story is one of love, passion, and determination that resulted in some delicious desserts. Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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.

The shape of the pastries is far from the only thing that makes Square Donut unique. The owner and chef describe the amazing story of how Square Donut came to be, why connecting with customers is the most important part of the business, how its donuts' low sugar content allows the dough to shine, and the exciting plans it has as the one-year anniversary of its opening approaches. Follow, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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.

One of Omaha's best chefs opens up on the pros and cons of The Boiler Room's one-of-a-kind open kitchen, the steep learning curve he faced when he first started, the thrill at being nominated for a James Beard award, the lessons he learned in taking over the restaurant after Paul Kulik, and more! Subscribe, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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.

March 5 Seg 9 Restaurant Hoppen With Dan Hoppen

In a wide-ranging and fascinating conversation, the executive chef at Champion's Run discusses the differences between a career as a restaurant chef and working at a country club, the importance of encouraging cooks to ask "why? in the kitchen, what chefs really use cookbooks for, and so much more! Subscribe, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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.  

Omaha's premier photographer discusses how he got out of chef life and into photography, working with celebrity chefs like Bobby Flay and Shirley Chung, and his ground-breaking Right Here, Right Now project in response to COVID-19. Subscribe, rate, and review my podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you don't miss an episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram, AND my blog Restaurant Hoppen! 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.