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Five Rules for the Good Life PodcastDana CowinThis week on Five Rules for the Good Life, I’m joined by the one and only Dana Cowin—former Food & Wine editor-in-chief, zine creator, podcast host, and party-throwing legend—for a conversation on how to entertain with joy and intention. Dana shares her Five Rules for Throwing a Sustainable Party, from the power of the potluck to the importance of local beeswax candles, and saying no to the disposable single-use platter. We talk about rethinking leftovers as party favors, the ethics of bodega bouquets, and how to host with less waste and more meaning. This one’s for anyone l...2025-07-2812 min
Five Rules for the Good Life PodcastJayson GreenFrom ripping it up on stage with Orchid to slinging cocktails at one of Canada's top bars, Jayson Green has built a life around making things that matter. On this week’s episode, the musician, bartender, and creative lifer shares his hard-earned Five Rules For Making Stuff. We talk about knowing what not to do, why money should never be your motivator, and how letting your skills catch up to your taste is part of the process. Whether you’re starting a band, opening a bar, or just trying to get that project off the ground, this episode is your...2025-07-2111 min
Five Rules for the Good Life PodcastJenny Goodman & Alex McCreryI sit down with Jenny Goodman and Alex McCrery, the co-founders of TILIT and the creators of The Utility Show, to talk about what it means to build something that didn’t exist before. We dig into how they’ve redefined chef wear, what makes a trade show worth showing up for, and how they stay grounded in community while continuing to grow. Their five rules cover everything from designing with purpose to staying focused, and why authenticity isn’t a buzzword, it’s the baseline. If you’ve ever wanted to start something new, rethink how you connect with your...2025-07-1410 min
Five Rules for the Good Life PodcastDanny FreemanDarin is joined by author and content creator Danny Freeman to talk about his new cookbook, Italianish: Modern Twists on Classic Italian Flavors, out August 26. They dive into how his grandma shaped his love for Italian cooking, why tradition is meant to evolve, and what it means to bring creativity into the kitchen without losing its soul. Danny shares his Five Rules for Modernizing Italian food, from changing up formats to embracing shortcuts, and even using an ingredient rarely seen in a nonna’s kitchen. It’s a warm, honest conversation about honoring where you come from while cooking for...2025-07-0710 min
Five Rules for the Good Life PodcastAndré Hueston MackDarin sits down with winemaker, designer, and storyteller André Hueston Mack to talk about his Five Rules for Building a Life You Don’t Want to Escape From. From walking away from the corporate grind to finding unexpected inspiration in reruns of Frasier, André shares how betting on himself, mastering his craft, and embracing contradiction have shaped his path. They talk wine, family dinners, legacy, and why telling your story—your way—matters. It's honest, funny, and packed with wisdom for anyone ready to take that first leap. Pour a glass of Maison Noir and press play.Photo by...2025-06-3011 min
Five Rules for the Good Life PodcastKatherine LewinDarin is joined by Katherine Lewin, founder and CEO of Big Night, one of his favorite shops—and one of his biggest sources of dinner party inspiration. She shares her five rules for opening a shop, building community, and creating a brand with purpose. They talk about what it takes to open a physical store, why starting small matters, how storytelling can transform a retail experience, and why the best decisions often come from trusting your gut. If you've ever dreamed of starting your own business or want to host better dinner parties, this one’s for you.A...2025-06-2309 min
Recipe ClubTailgateOpen the trunk and start pregaming … it’s time for a Recipe Club tailgate. Pijja Palace owner Avish Naran brought some Texan Frito pies. Recipe Club returner Becky Joiner repped her hometown with some crab cakes. Darin Bresnitz, author and host of Snacky Tunes, brought pulled pork. Who needs to go to the game when we’ve got food like this at the tailgate? Which recipe is best, though? Pull up a foldable chair and find out.
Host: Chris YingGuests: Avish Naran, Becky Joiner, Darin BresnitzProducers: Kelsey Rearden, David Meyer, Noelle...2025-06-181h 08
Five Rules for the Good Life PodcastBrittney Valles (Independent Hospitality Coalition)In this special episode, Darin welcomes Brittney Valles, founding member of the Independent Hospitality Coalition (IHC), for a timely and urgent conversation. With ICE activity increasing in Los Angeles and the National Guard deployed, Brittney outlines the rights every hospitality worker should know during an immigration raid.From how to assert your right to remain silent to using the ILRC Red Card as a tool of protection, this episode is a vital listen for anyone in the industry—or anyone who cares about it. For more resources or to connect with IHC directly, visit their official site or...2025-06-1111 min
Five Rules for the Good Life PodcastJeff GordinierPhoto by Andre BaranowskiDarin sits down with writer, journalist, and Esquire editor Jeff Gordinier to talk about the blues—how to face them, move through them, and maybe, just maybe, how to feel a little better by week’s end. Jeff shares five deeply personal practices that have helped him stay grounded through life’s ups and downs—from long walks and deep sleep to seeing friends IRL and reading poetry like prayer. If you’re feeling a little off lately, this episode is your gentle reminder to slow down, pay attention, and take care.A messag...2025-06-0913 min
Five Rules for the Good Life PodcastLien TaDarin sits down with Lien Ta—restaurateur, organizer, and one of the guiding lights of L.A.’s hospitality community. From Here’s Looking At You to Regarding Her, Lien shares her five essential rules for building community with intention, generosity, and just a little bit of magic. It’s a heartfelt, honest conversation about showing up, paying attention, and creating space for connection—both inside a restaurant and far beyond its walls. If you've ever wondered how to turn a dining room into a neighborhood, this one’s for you.Our Altadena community needs your support! We are reque...2025-06-0210 min
Five Rules for the Good Life PodcastCheng LinThis week on Five Rules for the Good Life, Michelin-starred Chef Cheng Lin of Shota Omakase, talks about his journey from summer job to sushi master, which is a lesson in patience, precision, and passion. He shares the hard-earned rules behind his craft: self-taught knife skills, years of research, and the quiet power of knowing where your fish comes from. It’s less about flash and more about focus. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to dedicate your life to one thing and still love it decades later, these rules are for you.[00:00:00] Darin Welcome to F...2025-05-2608 min
Five Rules for the Good Life PodcastSam RogersDarin hits the farmers’ market with the ultimate expert, Sam Rogers. Bridging the gap between some of California’s top chefs and the state’s finest growers for over fifteen years, she sits down to share her five rules for shopping like a chef. Whether you’re a farmers’ market rookie or you’ve been selecting heirloom tomatoes since the ‘90s, Sam’s rules will turn your weekly produce run into a culinary adventure. [00:00:00] Darin Hello and welcome to Five Rules for the Good Life. I'm your host, Darin Bresnitz. Today, I am joined by farmers market expert, Sam Roge...2025-05-1210 min
Five Rules for the Good Life PodcastThomas McNaughton + Ryan PollnowDarin sits down with Thomas McNaughton and Ryan Pollnow, the pasta-obsessed legends behind San Francisco’s Flour + Water Hospitality Group. They share their five rules for cooking pasta like a pro, including why your water needs way more salt than you think, why bronze dies matter, and how not to mess up fresh noodles (spoiler: it includes drying them a little). It’s part masterclass, part love letter to carbs, and all delicious. If your pantry has a box of pasta in it (and let’s be honest, it does), this one’s for you.Transcript[00:00...2025-05-0508 min
Five Rules for the Good Life PodcastPeter SomWelcome to the first episode of Five Rules for the Good Life Podcast—the audio companion to the newsletter. In each episode, a guest joins me to share one topic—how they eat, host, travel, create, or just move through the world with a little more intention (with good snacks)—and the five rules they live by. It’s less self-help, more lived-in advice from people who know what they’re doing and have made it their business to do so. These will roll out alongside the essays, whenever the timing’s right, so please enjoy the debut episode with Peter S...2025-04-2806 min
Andrew Talks to ChefsInside the Chefs ❤️ LA Benefit! (featuring Nyesha Arrington, Ellen Marie Bennett, Billy Harris, Sherry Yard, and others)A few weeks ago, in record time, the good folks behind the LA Chef Conference, organized a benefit for victims of the recent, devastating LA wildfires. Dubbed Chefs ❤️ LA, the event raised more than$800,000, with all proceeds going to World Central Kitchen and Restaurants Care to support their work on behalf of those who lost their homes in the conflagrations. It was a restorative and emotional evening, and Andrew was honored to be in attendance to interview some key participants. This episode takes you inside the planning of an event of this scale, (it was hosted at the expansive Lawr...2025-04-071h 03
Snacky TunesKelsey Bush & The UndersThis week on Snacky Tunes, host Darin Bresnitz heads back to his hometown of Philadelphia for a delicious convo with chef and restauranteur Kelsey Bush. From growing up in Hershey to culinary school to working on a farm, Kelsey shares the journey that led her to feed none other than the reigning Super Bowl champs—the Philadelphia Eagles—serving up Pop-Tarts and pastries from her new restaurant, Loretta’s, at every home game this past season.Then, we dig into the archives for a dreamy live set from Brooklyn trio The Unders, who stopped by to perform tracks...2025-04-0658 min
Snacky TunesFerrazzani’s x False PrphtThis week on Snacky Tunes, host Darin Bresnitz welcomes back Leah Ferrazzani, founder of Semolina Artisanal Pasta and now the heart behind Ferrazzani’s, her new café in Altadena. Leah shares what it’s been like shifting from the world of CPG to running a neighborhood spot, how she's been nourishing her community in the wake of the Eaton Canyon fire, and the sounds that set the tone inside her café. Then, we head into the archives for a performance from rapper False Prpht, who recounts the chance airport encounter in North Carolina that led to a creativ...2025-03-301h 08
Snacky TunesPeter Som & MahoganyOn this week’s episode of Snacky Tunes, host Darin Bresnitz sits down with the ever-talented Peter Som to celebrate the release of his new book, Family Style: Elegant Everyday Recipes. They chat about Peter’s early career in fashion, his roots in the kitchen cooking alongside his mother and grandmother, and how those formative family dinners sparked a lifelong love of food—even while working in couture.Then, we dip into the archives for a dreamy live set from Mahogany, who dropped by the HRN shipping containers to share their lush, electronic soundscapes. They performed a few tr...2025-03-231h 19
Snacky TunesQueen Street & PrimaOn this episode of Snacky Tunes, host Darin Bresnitz sits down with two of his favorite voices in the LA restaurant scene—Ari Kolender and Joe Laraja of Found Oyster and Queen Street. They dive into the inspiration behind Queen Street, the Charleston-influenced seafood spot that’s quickly become a local favorite, and what it’s like running two standout restaurants at the same time.Ari also shares insights from his new cookbook, How to Cook the Finest Things in the Sea, a must-have guide for cooking seafood at home. Whether you're grilling, shucking, or just getting starte...2025-03-161h 19
Air Jordan: A Food PodcastWe Love LA & Adam RichmanSo much love to go around in this episode, starting with Jordan and Max thanking some Air Jordan All-Stars for donating to our first responders in Los Angeles. Then, the fellas are joined by the Man vs. Food man himself, Adam Richman, to discuss Adam’s top Philly cheesesteaks, mayonnaise in cake, Bern’s Steak House, kaiser rolls and their place in bakeries, and how this man became the Man. Plus, Adam calls Jordan a son of a bitch, is a cheeseburger a sandwich is answered, PB &J pro moves, Adam and Max have things in common, English Muffins, tuna...2025-01-171h 45
Snacky TunesL.A. Fires & The Culinary CommunityIn this heartfelt and timely episode of Snacky Tunes, host Darin Bresnitz delves into the early recovery efforts following the devastating wildfires that swept through Los Angeles, including the Palisades and Eaton Canyon areas. The culinary community, as always, is at the forefront of healing, offering food, love, and support to those in need.This week’s lineup features three incredible guests:
Mary Sue Milliken: The renowned chef and co-founder of Border Grill discusses her work with World Central Kitchen, her deep ties to LA, and how the culinary world comes together in times of crisis, li...2025-01-161h 05
Snacky TunesL.A. Times 101 (Bill & Jenn) and Radical DadsThis episode of Snacky Tunes features host Darin Bresnitz wrapping up the year with a heartfelt thank-you to all the guests, engineers, and PR teams who made the show possible. He also shares exciting news about the return of new episodes and newsletter content in the new year. In this episode, he sits down with two key figures in the LA food scene, Bill Addison and Jenn Harris, for a deep dive into the annual L.A. Times 101 list. They discuss the evolution of the restaurant community over the past year, their collaborative process in crafting this year’s li...2024-11-241h 13
Industry Only at The Cheese StoreLA's Most Memorable Meals with Darin Bresnitz (Snacky Tunes)Dom and Andy are joined by someone who actually knows how to do podcasts, Darin Bresnitz of the Snacky Tunes podcast. They discuss what they've learned in the trenches of the LA restaurant scene, including the best neighborhood spots, celebrity haunts, and the "boom and bust" of the media cycle (which, as it turns out, is not just limited to restaurants - sorry, Leo). Plus, Darin offers his perspective on how to find success in the L.A. culinary world, the guys discuss the celebrity encounters that actually impressed them, and you'll learn why restaurants need your support during...2024-11-1547 min
Snacky TunesThe Chef Conference & Color CollageHost Darin Bresnitz sits down with Mike Traud, the executive director and founder of The Chef Conference, which is coming to Los Angeles on October 21st at the ChowNow headquarters. They discuss why Mike chose to bring the conference to LA, as well as the diverse mix of topics this year; including kitchen leadership and mental health, and what attendees can expect to eat at the event. Tickets are on sale now, with a link available in the episode write-up.Then the show dives into the archives with Color Collage, who visited the studio and transformed their...2024-09-291h 11
This Is TASTESteven Rinella & Darin BresnitzToday on the show we welcome Steven Rinella. He’s an American outdoorsman, conversationalist, writer, and TV personality responsible for introducing the outdoor lifestyle to millions of fans. It was great talking with Steven about his latest work, the MeatEater Outdoor Cookbook, and how he likes to think about summer outdoor cooking. It’s not what you expect. Also on the show we have a great talk with Darin Bresnitz. He’s the co-host of the long-running podcast Snacky Tunes, and a great guy to know in Los Angeles. We talk about his career working in early food tel...2024-07-051h 20
Snacky TunesThanksgiving Throwback! Episode 209 with Mom Bresnitz & A Bunch of Dead PeopleThis week we're throwing it all the way back to Thanksgiving 2014 when Momma Bresnitz called into the show. Darin, Greg, and Mom (Gloria) have a wonderful conversation about the traditional family Thanksgiving, including Mom's culinary background and timeline for the turkey day prep. She gives the guys full disclosure on how she pulls together the best meal and day-of experience for friends and family, as well as expert advice to the newbie making a Thanksgiving feast for the first time. In the second half of the show, Greg and Darin welcome the band A Bunch of Dead People, the...2023-11-191h 01
Meat + ThreeIntroducing Darin & April from The Culinary Call SheetIn this bonus episode, Matt speaks with April Jones and Darin Bresnitz about the newest HRN series, The Culinary Call Sheet. They discuss how they both entered the world of food & television, shout-out mentors who inspired them, and talk about the current state of the culinary media industry. Then we present the first half of their episode with Clifford Endo of Vice Media. Want to hear the rest of this episode, and more? Subscribe now to get the episodes as they launch! (Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | RSS).About the Series:Whether you want t...2022-11-1445 min
Cookery by the BookSnacky Tunes | Darin Bresnitz2020-12-0600 min
Andrew Talks to ChefsEpisode 140: Darin and Greg Bresnitz (authors, Snacky Tunes), Hong Thaimee (Thaimee Love popup), and Kate Heddings (author, Hungry Games)It's Thanksgiving week in the United States and this episode is designed for listening as you prep and cook your respective holiday dinners, in restaurants or in homes. Fellow podcasters Greg and Darin Bresnitz discuss their new book Snacky Tunes, based on their show about the intersection of chefs and music; former guest Hong Thaimee discusses her new popup Thaimee Love, which just launched for a planned 6-month run in New York City; and Kate Heddings talks about her new book Hungry Games.We also revisit a recent interview with David Kinch, subject of the documentary A...2020-11-251h 16
All in the Industry ®Darin and Greg Bresnitz, Snacky TunesOn today's episode of All in the Industry®, Shari Bayer's guests are Darin Bresnitz and Greg Bresnitz, twin brothers who are the co-founders and co-hosts of the music-and-food podcast Snacky Tunes, broadcasting since 2009 on Heritage Radio Network. Darin and Greg have a brand new book, Snacky Tunes: Music Is the Main Ingredient, Chefs and Their Music (Phaidon), featuring 77 of the world's top chefs who share personal stories of how music has influenced their lives, how it's played a pivotal role in helping them to connect, how it inspires their professional work and how it fuels their creativity. It also f...2020-10-0855 min
Snacky TunesLisa Colton + 3 Question MarksLisa Colton is the founder and president of Darim Online and Darim Consulting. Her work centers on helping nonprofits and social causes develop opportunities for community building, fundraising and education. Most recently, Lisa helped organize The Great Big Jewish Food Fest, a 10-day, virtual food festival that connected home cooks across America in celebration of Jewish cuisine which featured the likes of Molly Yeh, Gail Simmons, Mike Solomonov and Ruth Reichl.For the musical part of the show, we hand the reins over to our pal and engineer, Jeet Paul. He meets up with Kyle Horner, guitarist...2020-08-031h 13
Meat + ThreeFood in the Time of CoronavirusRestaurants all over the world have been forced to close their doors or shift to takeout-only service in the wake of COVID-19. This week we learn how a range of food workers have adapted to the pandemic. Jenny Goodman and Alex McCrery from Opening Soon discuss mental health in the food industry with Kat Kinsman, senior editor Food and Wine Magazine. Lisa Held from The Farm Report and chef Spike Gjerde speak about how farmers have responded COVID-19. Snacky Tunes’ Darin Bresnitz interviews Helen Rosner of The New Yorker about her efforts to support restaurants and how list...2020-04-0321 minSnacky TunesKeith Cohen, Orwashers BakeryIn this special episode of Snacky Tunes, Keith Cohen, baker and owner of New York City’s legendary 104-year-old Orwashers Bakery brand, gives us the rundown of what it’s been like running a restaurant during the global coronavirus pandemic. In addition to keeping his teams employed, and providing food for curbside pickup during this crisis, Keith supports the Food Education Fund. All NYC public school students get a $7 credit at Orwashers to use on anything they would like to eat.Snacky Tunes is powered by Simplecast.Snacky Tunes, Greg Bresnitz, Darin Bresnitz, finger on the...2020-03-291h 13
Yelling About PâtéEp. 63- Sopranos is The New Rock w/ Darin Bresnitzthe fellas recover from the ludicrous amount of industrial cheese they consumed on super bowl sunday, and listen to/judge some of the hot takes listeners have left on the Hot Take Hotline. then the boys are joined by Darin Bresnitz of the pioneering food/music podcast Snacky Tunes @snackytunes to talk pizza, pods, and how everything can't be the new rock. expect for glass blowing, which is.2019-02-051h 03
Snacky TunesEpisode 313: Arroyo Seco & Undercover Dream LoversIn the first half of this week’s Snacky Tunes, Darin Bresnitz sits down with Nic Adler, founder of the new food and music festival, Arroyo Seco. They talk about what it takes to start a new festival, how to curate the right bands and chefs and their delicious picnic basket offerings .
After the break, we have a live in-studio performance by The Undercover Dream Lovers, the solo project of Brooklyn based artist and producer Matt Koenig. His first EP, While It’s in Style, was bedroom produced and self-released. The Undercover Dream Lovers live performance is a si...2017-06-1600 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 292: Jameson Fink & Diane BirchThis week on an all new episode of Snacky Tunes, hosts Greg and Darin Bresnitz are joined by Jameson Fink, the Senior Digital Editor of Wine Enthusiast Magazine. A two-time SAVEUR Blog Award finalist, Fink launched his wine blog and began a career in retail wine in 2004. Fink has been a wine editor at Foodista, Grape Collective, and MSN.com.
In the second half of the show, we feature a live in-studio performance by Diane Birch, whose latest album is the self-produced Nous. Written and recorded mostly in Berlin, Nous draws on musical influences as varied and...2017-02-051h 04
Snacky TunesEpisode 259: Greg Bernhardt and OddKidOutIn this week's episode of Snacky Tunes, Darin Bresnitz interviews Chef Greg Bernhardt of Paley, a restaurant in Columbia Square, the birthplace of the Golden Age of Hollywood. At the forefront of the California farm to table movement, Bernhardt serves a dynamic menu of seasonal and local ingredients in classic dishes with a modern twist – a nod to the inspiration behind the restaurant itself.
The second half of the show features of live in-studio performance by OddKidOut, a 20 year old music producer from West Philadelphia. He is also the co-creator of FACT Magazine's #FACTInstaBeats Instagram series....2016-07-101h 12
Snacky TunesEpisode 255: HomeState and The Undercover Dream LoversIn the first half of this week's Snacky Tunes, Darin Bresnitz sits down with Austin expat Briana Valdez, owner of HomeState, a Texas kitchen in Los Angeles. The menu features Tex-Mex specialties such as migas and brisket tacos.
After the break, we have a live in-studio performance by The Undercover Dream Lovers, the solo project of Brooklyn based artist and producer Matt Koenig. His first EP, While It’s in Style, was bedroom produced and self-released. Koenig wrote, tracked, and mixed all the instrumental and vocal parts for the EP, which was released on April 7th, 2016. The Un...2016-06-1259 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 248: Modern Food ReportingOn this week's special edition of Snacky Tunes, we bring you another panel from the South By Southwest festival: "Modern Food Reporting."
Presented by Darin Bresnitz, co-host of Snacky Tunes, and Jack Inslee, executive producer at Heritage Radio Network, with guests Helen Rosner (Eater) and James Hamblin, MD (The Atlantic Monthly).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2016-03-2748 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 247: The Real Cost of FoodOn this week's special edition of Snacky Tunes, we present "The Real Cost of Food" panel from South By Southwest.
Presented by Darin Bresnitz & Greg Bresnitz, co-hosts of Snacky Tunes, and Jack Inslee, executive producer at Heritage Radio Network, with guests Alex Stupak of Empellon and Erik Bruner-Yang of Maketto in Washington D.C.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2016-03-2048 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 244: Jakob Layman & GurusTune in to Snacky Tunes this week as Greg and Darin Bresnitz welcome Jakob Layman and Gurus to the show!
Jakob is a Los Angeles based photographer with expertise in food and restaurant photography. He is photo editor of Time Out Los Angeles and regularly freelances for local and international publications. He has had his images published in newspapers and magazines such as Newsweek, The New York Times, The New York Times T Magazine, LA Times, Los Angeles Confidential, Condé Nast Traveler, Food Network Magazine, SPIN, Time Out New York, and Esquire.
Gurus is a big...2016-02-1459 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 242: Disco Dining Club & Miwi La LupaTune in for a brand new episode of Snacky Tunes as Darin Bresnitz is in conversation with Courtney Nichols, co-founder of Disco Dining Club. Disco Dining Club is a bi-monthly culinary excursion steeped in all the excess, debauchery & hedonism of disco. Each dinner features cuisine from a renowned chef, unlimited oysters, an open bar provided by local microbreweries, wineries and distilleries, an all-vinyl disco DJ set, a live performance, multiple, thematic installations, and an invite-only crowd of cultural tastemakers – all donning decadent attire while partaking in a night of disco escapades. It is the intent of Disco Dining Club to...2016-01-3156 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 238: Jon Shook, Vinny Dotolo & Arms
_ Snacky Tunes _ is coming at you from a parking lot in LA this week as host Darin Bresnitz is on the scene with Chefs Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo of Animal, Son of a Gun, Jon and Vinny’s, Trois Mec, Petit Trois, Trois Familia, & Helen’s. Jon and Vinny met in culinary school 15 years ago, where they share they first thought about opening a restaurant together. Chatting about opening animal, a wildly successful restaurant in Los Angeles, their next restaurant, Son of a Gun, a seafood-focused spot that is an homage to the fish shacks they grew...2015-12-061h 02
Snacky TunesEpisode 235: Johnny Zone of Howlin’ Rays Hot Chicken & Jaye Bartell_ Snacky Tunes _ is back with a brand new episode featuring Chef Johnny Zone of Howlin’ Rays Hot Chicken and musical guest Jaye Bartell.
Straight from the scene in Los Angeles, host Darin Bresnitz is in conversation with Johnny, talking his serious passion for fried chicken. An LA native, Johnny shares that he has worked under some of the best chefs in the world, including Thomas Keller, Gordon Ramsay and Nobu Matsuhisa. Last year, during a stage at Sean Brock’s Husk in Nashville, a local chef introduced Johnny to Nashville Hot Chicken. It was instantaneous love. Johnny broug...2015-11-021h 04
Snacky TunesEpisode 231: North Festival 2015Snacky Tunes has gone Nordic! This week solo host Darin Bresnitz talks all things Scandinaviawith honorary co-host Justin Chearno (Four Horsemen) and guests Daniel Willis (The Clove Club), Mads Refslund (Acme NYC), and Kalle Bergman (Honest Cooking). Inspired by the upcoming North Festival going on in NYC at the end of the month, the guests relay what Nordic cuisine really brings to the table plus how the chefs have managed to successfully introduce the unique eats to the Big Apple. Conversation also includes thoughts on London fare and how the Brits are a force to contend with when it...2015-09-1356 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 230: The Infatuation & WALTZSnacky Tunes is back this week as Darin Bresnitz and Greg Bresnitz feature the first west coast food segment with Andrew Steinthal and Chris Stang, founders of The Infatuation. Launching in 2009, The Infatuation sought to bring a fresh voice to the world of restaurant reviewing where the regular, not super foodie people could turn to for honest and delicious opinions. Sharing how they initially met on the set of MTV’s TRL and eventually transitioned from the music industry to the food world, The Infatuation has become a successful app with branches in New York, San Francisco, Chicago, Denver an...2015-08-0252 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 229: Fabian von Hauske, Jeremiah Stone, Jorge Riera & Salt CathedralBringing the infamous BBQ Blow Out event to life in the studio, this week on Snacky Tunes hosts Darin Bresnitz and Greg Bresnitz sit down with Chefs Fabian von Hauske, Jeremiah Stone, and Jorge Riera of the NYC restaurants Contra and Wildair. With Contra serving up an ambitious menu of contemporary New York cuisine that features interesting local and seasonal ingredients, the chefs also talk about the efforts at Wildair which hails a more approachable à la carte menu and a pared-down environment. The guys talk their stacked backgrounds as well as what we can expect from the duo in th...2015-07-1247 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 227: Marcus Samuelsson & PreeThis week on Snacky Tunes, hosts Greg Bresnitz and Darin Bresnitz are celebrating the summer weather welcoming Chef Marcus Samuelsson to the studio. Talking about his mission to rebuild and highlight the Harlem community with the help of his restaurant Red Rooster Harlem, Marcus shares how he stays true to the neighborhood as well as the importance of music at the restaurant. His newest venture, Streetbird Rotisserie, recently opened, drawing inspiration from Harlem’s diner culture, globally influenced street food, neighborhood cookouts and 1970’s hip hop. He also divulges some great details on his restaurants in Sweden, including how the...2015-06-141h 02
Snacky TunesEpisode 224: Gustavo’s Salsa & Lily McQueenThis week on Snacky Tunes, host Darin Bresnitz welcomes Gustavo Frias and musical guest Lily McQueen to the studio for a lovely episode on Mother’s Day. Gustavo formed Gustavo’s Salsa in Brooklyn in 2013. Growing up in Los Angeles and with a first generation Mexican family, Gustavo shares with Darin that he first gained inspiration by his mother Bernardina cooking up delicious and flawless Mexican cuisine. After arriving in NYC, Gustavo realized the void of such cuisine and flavors in the new environment and after several years of trial and error, finally hit his stride with the perfect bala...2015-05-111h 03
Snacky TunesEpisode 223: Joe Carroll, Nick Fauchild, Brutal Magazine, & Annie HartThis week on a brand new Snacky Tunes, host Darin Bresnitz is getting into the summer spirit with Joe Carroll and Nick Fauchild, authors of the upcoming book “Feeding the Fire: Recipes and Strategies for Better Barbecue and Grilling.” Talking about the making of stellar barbecue and grilled meats in Brooklyn at his acclaimed restaurants Fette Sau and St. Anselm, Joe shares that in the book he gives us lessons and highlighted recipes to make incredible fire-cooked foods at home, proving that you don’t need to have fancy equipment or long-held regional traditions to make succulent barbecue and grille...2015-05-031h 07
Snacky TunesEpisode 222: Tal National & Phillip GilmourThis week on Snacky Tunes, Darin Bresnitz and guest co-host Jordana Rothman, Food & Drink Editor at Time Out New York, flip the normal show format and welcome the musical guest Tal National with an energetic, danceable tune! Hailing from Niamey, the capital city of Niger, their music is joyously hypnotic, a highly unique contribution to West African guitar music. With its lightening fast rhythms and rotating cast of vocalists, this makes for a unique Snacky Tunes experience! Darin and Jordana ask how a group known for its five hour sets can contain that energy in an album that only...2015-04-151h 08
Snacky TunesEpisode 220: Elettra WiedemannThis week on a brand new Snacky Tunes, solo host Darin Bresnitz is back from SXSW and chatting with Elettra Wiedemann, the Executive Food Editor at Refinery29, and her husband James Marshall of White Hall in NYC. Opening the show chatting about her amazing background as a prominent fashion model, academic, writer, and cook, she also shares tidbits of her childhood as the daughter of actress Isabella Rossellini. Realizing the importance of food in her life, Elettra talks about the period of her life dedicated to her pop up restaurant, Goodness, and how it spawned her recipe site Impatient...2015-03-221h 06
Snacky TunesEpisode 219: Cherry Bombe & Laura and GregThis week on_Snacky Tunes_ solo host Darin Bresnitz is talking to the ladies of Cherry Bombe Magazine, co-founders Kerry Diamond and Claudia Wu, celebrating International Women’s Day! Also mentioning the second ever Cherry Bombe Jubilee – it’s right around the corner! Like last year’s conference, Jubilee will celebrate women and food through networking opportunities as well as a series of panels and presentations featuring female participants. Kerry and Claudia share highlights to look forward to this year plus panel details, and even divulge a Snacky Tunes exclusive! In the second half of the show, Darin welcomes musical...2015-03-091h 02
Snacky TunesEpisode 218: Chef’s Club by Food & Wine, Olamaie, & Spirit AnimalThis week on Snacky Tunes, solo host Darin Bresnitz is braving the March snow and welcomes Aaron Arizpe, Press / Storyteller Chef Liaison at Chef’s Club New York. Chef’s Club by Food & Wine brings patrons a curated menu composed of signature dishes from some of the most talented chefs in the world, AKA Food & Wine’s Best New Chefs. Chefs Grae Nonas and Michael Fojtasek from Olamaie, hailing in Austin, TX are set to cook at Chef’s Club two evenings coming up, and chat with Darinabout their restaurant,their recent nomination for a James Beard Award, and preview...2015-03-011h 02
Snacky TunesEpisode 217: Jordana Rothman & Odetta HartmanThis week on a brand new Snacky Tunes, hosts Greg and Darin Bresnitz welcome food writer Jordana Rothman, musical guest Odetta Hartman, and HRN Executive Producer Jack Inslee to the show. Kicking off the episode with Jordana and her recent ventures, she shares that she just finished her first book “Tacos: Recipes + Provocations” which she co-authored with chef Alex Stupak of New York’s Empellón restaurants. Jordana gives the guys a rundown of what to expect from the book’s recipes as well as thoughts surrounding the perceptions of Mexican food and how they are evolving. Jordana also offers her...2015-02-231h 23
Snacky TunesEpisode 216: Counter Culture Coffee & Oh LandThis week on Snacky Tunes, hosts Greg and Darin Bresnitz welcome Tommy Gallagher (Wholesale Technical Services NY) and Jesse Kahn (Regional Wholesale Sales NY) from Counter Culture Coffee. Talking about how Counter Culture Coffee came to be as well as their dedication to finding and bringing to market the most exciting and delicious coffees in the world, Tommy and Jesse school Greg and Darin on good coffee do’s and don’ts, plus where they grab a cup of joe when they’re out in New York City. The coffee experts also share what sets Counter Culture Coffee a part f...2015-02-1559 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 214: Adam Collison and Nika Carlson & The Downtown ClubThis week on Snacky Tunes, hosts Greg and Darin Bresnitz is celebrating Super Bowl Sunday with Adam Collison and Nika Carlson of The Drink and music from The Downtown Club. Kicking off the show, Daring chats with old friends Nika and Adam about the process of owning a bar; from early conceptual chats to opening day. Parties are a specialty at The Drink and the duo share some of the highlights and personal favorite event memories that include a baptism and crazy costumes. Nika and Adam are also on the precipice of releasing their own hard cider, Greenpoint Cidery...2015-02-021h 00
Snacky TunesEpisode 213: Sir Kensington’s & KlausThis week on a brand new Snacky Tunes, host Darin Bresnitz is joined by guest co-host Carter Adams and guests Mark Ramadan and Scott Norton of Sir Kensington’s. Sir Kensington’s is a maker of fine condiments like ketchup and mayonnaise that comes in both traditional and spiced forms. Mark and Scott take the hosts through their journey creating the staple ketchup by testing recipes at their alma mater Brown University. The duo shares a great amount of insight on starting a culinary venture and the trials and tribulations competing against other big condiment brands, what’s in store...2015-01-251h 04
Snacky TunesEpisode 212: Michael Whiteman & Julia BainbridgeThis week on Snacky Tunes, hosts Greg and Darin Bresnitz are closing out 2014 with an all-food episode welcoming Yahoo Food Editor Julia Bainbridge and President of the renowned Joseph Baum & Michael Whiteman Company and leading food and restaurant consultant, Michael Whiteman to the show. Kicking off chatting with the guests about trends in the restaurant world, they start with the influx of technology showing up in the ordering and dining experience. IPads in lieu of menus? The group discusses if progressing with the times is the direction in which restaurants should go before delving into the idea of abolishing...2014-12-211h 08
Snacky TunesEpisode 211: Michelle Capocefalo of “Cover” & Oh, Cassius!This week on a brand new Snacky Tunes, hosts Greg and Darin Bresnitz kick off the show welcoming Michelle Capocefalo, Partner Solutions Associate of the app “Cover,” to the show. “Cover” allows patrons to create or join a table when you arrive at the selected restaurant then splits the bill (with your tip) when the meal concludes. Michelle divulges how handy the app is and where she sees it heading in the future. Previously, Michelle was a general manager for restaurants and bars at Standard Hotels including Le Bain, Top of the Standard, and most recently Café Standard, and tells the...2014-12-151h 05
Snacky TunesEpisode 210: Greenpoint Fish & Lobster Co and MemoryyThis week on Snacky Tunes, host Darin Bresnitz and guest host Jay Strell welcome Adam Geringer-Dunn, executive chef and co-owner, and Vincent Milburn, head fishmonger and co-owner, of Greenpoint Fish & Lobster Co. Talking to the hosts about how the new business has been doing, what inspired them to open such a place in Brooklyn, as well as the shop’s menu, Adam and Vincent explain that they try to use every piece of fish throughout the store and restaurant. Additionally, the guys go on to share their commitment to fresh, sustainable, traceable seafood and what sets Greenpoint Fish & Lobster Co...2014-11-301h 01
Snacky TunesEpisode 209: Mom Bresnitz & A Bunch of Dead PeopleThis week on Snacky Tunes, hosts Greg and Darin Bresnitz welcome a very special guest via phone, Mom (Gloria) Bresnitz and musical guest A Bunch of Dead People to the show. Opening up with a wonderful conversation about the traditional family Thanksgiving, Greg and Darin get Mom’s culinary background and timeline for the turkey day prep. Starting her ingredients scout back in August for the perfect blueberries, she gives the guys full disclosure on how she pulls together the best meal and day-of experience for friends and family. After the break, Mom gives out expert advice to the ne...2014-11-231h 01
Snacky TunesEpisode 207: Chef Patti Jackson, Julianna Barwick, & Ben StevensonThis week on Snacky Tunes, hosts Greg and Darin Bresnitz are closing out the 2014 CMJ Music Marathon with a special music episode! Kicking off the show with Chef Patti Jackson of Delaware and Hudson in Williamsburg, Greg and Darin jump into a lively brunch discussion and how she came to earn a Michelin star. Patti also shares her background and her journey through the culinary world and some of the details behind Delaware and Hudson’s changing menu. Musical guest Julianna Barwick later joins the show and talks about her unique recording experiences working with Sigur Ros’ producer Alex Some...2014-10-261h 20
Snacky TunesEpisode 206: Jamie BissonnetteToday on Snacky Tunes we have host Darin Bresnitz interviewing Chef and Owner of Coppa and Toro in Boston, Jamie Bissonnette. Even as a child, Bissonnette was drawn to the kitchen eschewing cartoons for cooking shows on the Discovery Channel. With this early start, he earned his Culinary Arts degree from The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale by the young age of 19 and spent his early 20s eating and cooking his way through Paris, San Francisco, New York and Phoenix. These early experiences fed his culinary drive, teaching him expression through his daily-changing menus. They discuss his latest book ‘Th...2014-10-131h 02
Snacky TunesEpisode 205: The Good Festival and WhiskyFestOn this episode of Snacky Tunes, host Darin Bresnitz talks with Wen-Jay Ying & Kris Delatorre of The Local Roots NYC. They’re organizing and hosting The Good Festival, a biennial party that celebrates one-of-a-kind local music and food initiatives. It inspires New Yorkers to make, cook, and do right in their own kitchens and backyards. Throughout the night, bands will perform as artisans and urban gardeners share their skills between bands’ sets. It’s a celebration music. dance and food. The festival is taking place October 11th at Friends & Lovers.
In the second half of the show, Darin talks...2014-10-0658 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 204: Cameo Gallery & Alex RoseThis week on Snacky Tunes, hosts Greg and Darin Bresnitz are talking to the guys behind the Cameo Gallery in Williamsburg, Jify Shah and Evan Weiner. Cameo is the definitive Brooklyn venue for bands, DJs, producers, and comedians that is set as a kaleidoscopic arts hub that’s hidden in the back of a restaurant. Talking about how Cameo got its start and how they have seen the Williamsburg scene evolve, Greg and Darin get the scoop on how Cameo has been able to up its reputation over the years and bring in some world-renown acts. Greg and Darin go...2014-09-2954 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 200: Roses & The Bresnitz ParentsJoin Greg and Darin for their 200th episode on this week’s Snacky Tunes! To mark the momentous occasion, the guys pop some champagne and take it back to the beginning. Welcoming Mom and Dad Bresnitz to the show to reminisce and shed light on how the twins came to be where they are today, they talk about their early food memories, and, of course, how Mom and Dad met. Seemingly bursting with foodies and great stories on each side of the family, it’s a no brainer how Greg and Darin came to have their finger on the puls...2014-08-101h 19
Snacky TunesEpisode 186: Richard Jenkins & Bullfrog & BaumWhat does it take to run a successful PR campaign for a food professional? How has the music industry changed over time for live performers? What are Greg & Darin Bresnitz up to for their 32nd birthday? Find out on a jam-packed episode of Snacky Tunes. Food guests Marcus and Shannon from Bullfrog & Baum share the ins and outs of food publicity and Richard Jenkins, father of previous music guest Cassandra Jenkins, plays a few live songs and talks about the tradition of music that runs deep in his family. This program was sponsored by Tekserve.
“Yo...2014-03-3058 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 179: Whirlybird & Adrianne LenkerJeff Bailey has dropped the bass (guitar) and brought Texas-style breakfast to Williamsburg via Whirlybird. Tune into this week’s Snacky Tunes to hear Jeff chat with Darin Bresnitz about his involvement with Williamsburg music staples like Glasslands, Phosphorescent, and Virgin Forest! Why did Jeff dive into the restaurant business? Heat what ingredients Jeff uses in his tacos, and how Whirlybird became a smashing success and a neighborhood favorite. Later, Adrianne Lenker joins the program and plays a few of her songs live in the studio. Adrianne describes her favorite controversial sandwich! Adrianne talks about her musical childhood, and he...2014-01-121h 04
Snacky TunesEpisode 176: Taste 4 the PhilippinesThis week on Snacky Tunes, Greg and Darin Bresnitz talk about giving thanks and giving back with Dale Talde. Dale’s restaurants, TALDE, Pork Slope, and Thistle Hill Tavern, are co-hosting a benefit for the victims of Typhoon Haiyan in collaboration with The Green Building. The event is called Taste 4 The Philippines; buy your tickets now! Hear about Dale’s personal connection to the Philippines, and why he feels privileged to help. This episode has been brought to you by MOOD Magazine.
“We tend not to take ourselves too seriously, and sometimes that reflects negatively… This ben...2013-12-0143 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 174: Sud De France, Greg Morabito, Heloise & the Savoir FaireThis week on Snacky Tunes, Darin Bresnitz and guest co-host Carter Adams are talking wine, food trends, and music with Marianne Fabre-Lanvin of Sud De France, Greg Morabito of Eater, and Heloise & the Savoir Faire! Tune in to hear Darin and Marianne discuss the Sud de France wine region, and why it is such a hot spot for organic wines. Greg chats with Darin about the upcoming Eater Awards, and what food items are going to be trending in 2014. Later, Heloise & the Savoir Faire play some of their songs on-air, and talk about the religious symbology used in some...2013-11-171h 20
Snacky TunesEpisode 173: Lauren Hirschberg, Greenpoint Fish & Lobster Co., & My Midnight HeartThis week on Snacky Tunes, Darin Bresnitz invites Lauren Hirschberg of CraftBar into the studio to talk about his beginnings in the food world, and his plans for the upcoming Bar Food Blowout! Tune in to hear about Lauren’s accidental prize-winning wing sauce. Find out what music gets Lauren excited to cook, and why culinary school can never prepare a chef for busy dinner service at a top NYC restaurant. Later, Vinny Milburn and Adam Geringer-Dunn of Greenpoint Fish & Lobster Co. join the program to talk about the inspiration for their brand of North Brooklyn fish market. Hear ab...2013-11-031h 06
Snacky TunesEpisode 172: Charlotte Druckman, Brandon Hoy, & See ThroughCharlotte Druckman has been in the world of publishing since her first internship at New York Magazine in high school! This week on Snacky Tunes, Darin Bresnitz talks with Charlotte about her experiences in magazines, and why she transitioned from freelance writer to editor at Medium. Hear how Charlotte pitched a story to Ruth Reichl and got started in food writing! What inspired Charlotte to write about women in food in her book Skirt Steak, and is she comfortable with being the spokesperson for women in the culinary world? Later, Brandon Hoy stops by to talk about the release...2013-10-271h 05
Snacky TunesEpisode 169: Le Fooding & XNYLe Fooding is back in NYC and taking on the foodie movement! This week on Snacky Tunes, Anna Polonsky of Le Fooding joins Darin Bresnitz in the studio to talk about Le Fooding’s recent gastronomical adventures in Los Angeles. Hear about their upcoming event in New York City that summarizes the food trends of the past several decades – fusion, molecular gastronomy, and farm-to-table. Find out what restaurants Anna is frequenting in NYC this season! Later, XNY stop by the studio to play some of their songs. Find out why the band hates Boston so much, and how they buil...2013-09-151h 06
Snacky TunesEpisode 166: Jamie Bissonnette and Wes BryonThis week on Snacky Tunes, Jamie Bissonnette, chef and owner of Coppa and Toro in Boston, joins hosts Greg and Darin Bresnitz in the studio to talk about his latest updates! On the show, Jamie talks about winning Best New Chef, being nominated for a James Beard award, and gives us his latest updates on the opening of Toro in New York City, set to open this Spring. He also talks to us about the upcoming BBQ Blowout set for this August 13th, where Jamie is set to preview a taste of what people can expect from his soon...2013-08-121h 00
Snacky TunesEpisode 164: Jeremy McMillan & Famous Class Records/Death By Audio Flexi BookWe’re talking Upstate restaurants on this week’s edition of Snacky Tunes. Darin Bresnitz invites Jeremy McMillan of Bedford Post Inn into the studio to talk about his infatuation with food, and the expansion of quality of restaurants outside of New York City. Find out how Jeremy’s hometown of Scottsdale, Arizona influenced the way he used certain cooking techniques. Jeremy talks about some of his favorite pasta dished to make, and how he learned to make pasta by hand. How did Jeremy make the move Upstate to Bedford Post Inn? Later, Cyrus Lubin from Famous Class Records stops...2013-07-291h 03
Snacky TunesEpisode 163: Brooklyn in Sweden, Worst Gig Ever, Curses, & Xenia RubinosWe’ve got a packed house on this week’s episode of Snacky Tunes! Greg and Darin Bresnitz welcome Claire Moyle of the Brooklyn Brewery into the studio to talk about this year’s Brooklyn, Sweden! Why are Swedes so in love with Brooklyn Brewery? Later, Mike Pace stops by to talk about his podcast, “Worst Gig Ever”, and how it aims to share musicians’ stories and humanize them. When band tensions get high, “Worst Gig Ever” delivers! Curses comes by to talk about putting down the guitar, leaving the mosh pits behind, and paying tribute to Chicago house. Why does Curses...2013-07-221h 13
Worst Gig Ever with Geoff Garlock and Mike PaceDarin and Greg BresnitzDouble trouble hits "backstage" in the form of Darin and Greg Bresnitz - tastemaking twins who DJ, book shows, produce stuff (including their own Snacky Tunes podcast), and thoroughly enjoy food culture. The terrible twosome share some of their own torturous tales, which including urinating and defecating while DJing in front of thousands in Europe, losing iPods in ass pockets, playing in early 2000s Boston screamo bands, and the love of foodstuffs their parents instilled as them (did we mention that their mother was present at the taping of this episode?). Plenty of double takes on this week's WORST GI...2013-07-1900 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 162: Mike ThelinMike Thelin, co-founder of Feast Portland, stops by Snacky Tunes to talk about his life of food on this week’s episode! Darin Bresnitz sits down to talk with Mike about his food-filled childhood, and how he was exposed to so many different types of cuisines at a young age. Hear how Mike’s time in countries like Spain and Ireland taught him to appreciate local cuisine. Is the Portland food scene dying? Tune in to hear about the Pacific Northwest’s organic and fresh food traditions. Mike and Darin give some helpful planning tips for food events! Tune into t...2013-07-081h 08
Snacky TunesEpisode 161: VBS & Octo OctaOn this week’s installment of Snacky Tunes, Darin Bresnitz takes over hosting duties as Greg explores France. Darin invites Lauren Cynamon and Chris Rosso of Vice’s VBS into the studio to talk about documentary filmmaking. Find out why Lauren and Chris focus on the subjects that they do, and why creative control leads to an authentic documentary. Hear about some of VBS’s food features, including “Fresh Off the Boat” and “Munchies”. Where are Lauren and Chris headed next in the name of food? Later, Octo Octa comes into the studio to talk about his love for house and tech...2013-07-011h 01
Snacky TunesEpisode 158: Ben Scorah & Small BlackWe’re talking summer cocktails with Crown Group Hospitality’s Ben Scorah on Snacky Tunes! Darin Bresnitz invites Ben into the studio to shake up some delicious drinks. Tune into this episode to learn about the differences between the New York City and London cocktail scenes. Why does Ben focus on using seasonal ingredients in his drinks? Hear Darin and Ben talk about their favorite places to drink, and what music gets them excited for a refreshing cocktail during the summer months. Small Black joins Darin and Ben in the studio to play some songs off of their new albu...2013-05-2056 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 157: James Casey, The Great Googa Mooga, & Pure XWe’re gearing up for warm weather on this week’s episode of Snacky Tunes! Greg and Darin Bresnitz start off the show by calling up James Casey, the founder of Swallow Magazine. Hear about Swallow as a food publication that is not for foodies. Hear about some of their stranger undertakings, including a scratch ‘n’ sniff article. Later, Jordana Rothman calls in to talk about The Great Googa Mooga trading cards, and how they embody the spirit of the festival. Pure X is in town from Austin, Texas to play some acoustic songs. How has the Austin music scene ev...2013-05-1355 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 155: James Beard Awards, Burger, & RecordsDarin Bresnitz is covering a lot of ground in the worlds of food and music on this week’s installment of Snacky Tunes. Darin calls up Mitchell Davis, Executive Vice President of the James Beard Foundation and host of HRN’s ‘Taste Matters’, to talk about the upcoming James Beard Awards. Learn how food media and journalism has changed the buzz around restaurants and food policy. Mitchell reports live from The World’s 50 Best Restaurants in London; who will be this year’s winner? Later, Darin chats with The Rev about his upcoming events- Burger Week and Beer Balls. Find out why...2013-04-2853 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 154: Jamie Feldmar & TeclaSometimes, dreams come true. This week on Snacky Tunes, Darin Bresnitz invites food writer and journalist Jamie Feldmar into the studio to talk about her dream of becoming a food writer. How did Jamie know she wanted to become journalist? Find out how one of Jamie’s first stories in her high school newspaper created controversy and inspired further reporting. Learn how Jamie’s time in Thailand sparked her interest in food and food journalism. Tecla joins Darin and Jamie in the studio to perform some of her songs! Listen in to hear Tecla talk about her Haitian-Italian background, and...2013-04-221h 00
Snacky TunesEpisode 152: Caroline Russock & TOKiMONSTADarin Bresnitz takes it back to the home land with Caroline Russock, the Food Editor for the Philadelphia City Paper. This week on Snacky Tunes, join Darin and Caroline for discussions about the differing food scenes in Philadelphia and New York. Find out about Caroline’s food writing roots at Serious Eats, and her love of Sunset Park’s taco stands. How are restaurants like Federal Donuts and Zahav changing the restaurant landscape in Philadelphia? Later, TOKiMONSTA joins Darin in the studio to talk about collaborating with different vocalists and the life of a bedroom producer. What is Toki’s sign...2013-04-0857 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 151: Paul Grieco, Daniel Delaney, & NeighborsBarbecue and wine? This week on Snacky Tunes, Greg and Darin Bresnitz are talking with Paul Grieco of Terroir and Hearth, and Daniel Delaney of BrisketLab, BrisketTown, and the new Smokeline. Listen in to hear Paul spread the good news of summer Riesling. Why do most people expect Riesling to be a sweet wine? Find out what wines reject this expectation. Hear about Daniel’s newest rib adventure at New York City’s High Line. Does terroir affect beef in the same way that it alters the taste of wine? Later, hear some songs from Neighbors live in the stud...2013-04-021h 02
Snacky TunesEpisode 144: Greg Morabito & Baby AlpacaFind out what restaurants are playing the best music on this week’s Snacky Tunes. Darin Bresnitz is in the house with Greg Morabito, Editor of Eater NY. Find out what got Greg interested in the New York City restaurant scene. Check in with Darin and Greg to hear about Guy Fieri’s new restaurant, and some scandalous news from the restaurant world. Tune in to hear what restaurant playlists get Greg excited to eat! Why is Wythe Avenue exploding with great food these days? Later, Baby Alpaca joins Darin and Greg in the studio to play some of thei...2013-02-1256 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 142: Pat Fondiller of Smuttynose & MC ToddBeer, bourbon, and barbecue- what could be better? Pat Fondiller, the New York Field Manager for Smuttynose, is in the studio sharing some brews with Darin Bresnitz on Snacky Tunes. Hear Pat talk about his introduction to craft beer out in California, and learn about Smuttynose’s new brewery plans. Hear about the Beer, Bourbon, & BBQ Festival, and how Smuttynose will be represented at the fest. Later, MC Todd raps and talks about running a business. Listen in to hear the Roberta’s owner talk about starting a pizzeria, and his lifelong love affair with hip hop. MC Todd talk...2013-01-221h 07
Food is the New RockGreg BresnitzEp. 28 - We're not exactly sure who originally coined the phrase Food is the New Rock, but if our little thesis had forefathers this week's guest would definitely be one of them. Greg, along with his twin brother Darin, created and produced the show Dinner with the Band, which aired on IFC from 2007 to 2010. Now they host the food/music show Snacky Tunes which airs every Monday at 2pm on Heritage Radio. We talk to Greg about both projects and get into whether or not food really is the new rock (spoiler: we say yes.) We also may or may no...2013-01-1554 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 127: Carl McCoy of Gwynnett St. & Erika SpringOn this week’s episode of Snacky Tunes, Greg and Darin Bresnitz are joined in the studio by Carl McCoy, the owner and operator of Gwynnett St. – a real “New York” restaurant on Graham Avenue in Williamsburg. Tune in to hear about Carl’s culinary influences. From barbecue to fine Italian cuisine, Carl has seen all different facets of the food world. Tune in to hear about the seasonal menu at Gwynnett St., and hear about how Carl found his team of chefs for the restaurant. Later, Erika Spring plays live in the studio. Tune in to hear Erika talk about...2012-08-131h 01
Snacky TunesEpisode 126: Max Sussman and Franco FalsiniOn this week’s episode of Snacky Tunes, Greg and Darin Bresnitz are joined by Max Sussman. Max is the chef de cuisine at Roberta’s, one half of the Sussman Brothers, and co-author of the new cookbook, This is a Cookbook: Recipes for Real Life. Max recounts how he got his start in food by working as a chef at a Jewish summer camp in Michigan. Hear about Max’s time at eve in Ann Arbor, and how he convinced his brother, Eli, to move to New York City and get involved in the food world. Tune in to hea...2012-08-061h 00
Snacky TunesEpisode 125: Ben Hudson of Brooklyn Brewery and ZambriWelcome to a (craft) beer-soaked episode of Snacky Tunes! On this week’s installment, Greg and Darin Bresnitz are joined in the studio by Ben Hudson, Marketing Director for Brooklyn Brewery. Hear Ben recount the early days of Brooklyn Brewery’s establishment in Williamsburg, Sweden’s affinity for Brooklyn’s brand of craft beer, and the brewery’s recent expansion. The studio tastes the most recent Brewmaster’s Reserve, a Belgian witbier featuring lime and coriander. Later, the sisters of Zambri are in the studio playing live. Tune in to learn about the many incarnations of the band, their musical trai...2012-07-301h 04
Snacky TunesEpisode 124: Jessica Luzzi of King & Grove and Ex CopsOn this week’s episode of Snacky Tunes, Darin Bresnitz is without Greg, but talking summer, food, and music with Jessica Luzzi, events coordinator at King & Grove Williamsburg. The King & Grove is a hotel that got its start up in Montauk, but has recently opened a new location on North 12th Street! Darin and Jessica talk about the light food offered at the hotel. After eating (wait thirty minutes, of course) take a dip in King & Grove’s saltwater pool! Hear about King & Grove’s cocktail program, as well as the excellent summer playlist that you can hear poolside all se...2012-07-2350 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 120: Michael H. Endelman of Food & Wine MagazineOn this week’s episode of Snacky Tunes, Greg and Darin Bresnitz are talking with Food & Wine Magazine Features Editor Michael H. Endelman. Michael got his start in journalism working for music publications such as Spin and The Rolling Stone. Tune in to hear about the good and bad of food and music interviews, the difference between food blogs and magazines, and the transition to food writing from music journalism. Hear discussions about what makes quality journalism, and more importantly, how food and recipe writing translates to actual taste. Hear some cuts from the upcoming live compilation Snacky Tunes Li...2012-06-2548 min
Snacky TunesEpisode 119: Maharlika & Reggie WattsWelcome to another episode of Snacky Tunes, hosted by Finger on the Pulse, Greg and Darin Bresnitz. On today’s show, the team from Maharlika NYC is in the studio. Maharlika is the first restaurant in NYC to push Filipino food as a unique cuisine, and we’re joined by chef Miguel Trinidad, along with Enzo Lim, Noel Cruz, and Nicole Ponseca. Hear about how they’ve maintained the flavors of Filipino food, but also moved away from the one-pot dish. Recently featured as a Timeout New York “Critics’ Choice”, and profiled by the Huffington Post and NBC, Marharlika is not a spo...2012-06-181h 10
Snacky TunesEpisode 114: Joe Carroll, Yvonne de Tassigny, and Emil & FriendsOn this episode of Snacky Tunes, Greg and Darin Bresnitz are joined in the studio with Joe Carroll of Williamsburg hot spots like Spuyten Duyvil, Fette Sau, and St. Anselm. Joining Joe is the Yvonne de Tassigny, chef at Fette Sau and St. Anselm. Tune in to hear Joe’s past in the music business, working in Belgian restaurants, and why he started a barbecue restaurant in Williamsburg. Joe and Yvonne are going to be hosting and cooking for Finger On The Pulse’s BBQ Blowout this upcoming Wednesday at Good Co. This week’s musical guest is Emil & Friend...2012-05-141h 03
Snacky TunesEpisode 110: Mitchell Davis and John NorrisThis week on Snacky Tunes, Darin Bresnitz is once again joined by guest co-host Travis Hayden. They’re in the studio with Mitchell Davis of the James Beard Foundation, and music journalist John Norris of Noisevox and formerly of MTV News. Tune in to hear about the upcoming James Beard Awards, the increasing quality of food across the United States, social media’s effect on cooking culture, and some of the parallels between cooking and music. John Norris talks about his time at MTV, his new work on Noisevox, and his thoughts on Fiona Apple’s comeback. Tune in to hea...2012-04-161h 02
Snacky TunesEpisode 109: Gwen Schantz and Hayseed’s Big City Farm SupplyThis week on Snacky Tunes, Darin Bresnitz is joined in the studio by guest co-host Travis Hayden of OurLabel International and urban farmer, Gwen Schantz. Tune in to hear Gwen talk about Brooklyn Grange’s acre of urban farm, and their expansion to the Brooklyn Navy Yard. Also, get some more information about Hayseed’s Big City Farm Supply, a pop-up shop in Greenpoint with all of your urban farming needs! Hayseed’s has everything from chicken feed to garden supplies, so check it out during this year’s summer months. Later, Darin and Hayden discuss OurLabel International’s new releas...2012-04-0951 min
Eat Your Words Presents: Saved by the BelliniEpisode 94: Lucky PeachThis week on Let’s Eat In, Cathy Erway sits down with Peter Meehan, co-editor of Lucky Peach to chat about the forward thinking publication and the effectiveness of food publications. Joined by Darin Bresnitz, co-host of Snacky Tunes, Cathy gets a chance to check out the manuscript for the 3rd edition of the magazine and talk to Peter about everything from dog nutrition to self sufficient publishing. Find out what makes this such an exciting experience for Peter and what future plans are in store for Lucky Peach. This episode was sponsored by S. Wallace Edwards & Sons.
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