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Restaurant FictionHow Fictional Restaurants, Bars, & Clubs in TV & Film Reflect Real-World Culture & TrendsWhy do we care so much about the fictional restaurants, bars, and clubs in TV & Film. Well, I (Monis Rose) answer the question alongside, Chris Hudson, amazing sound master and producer.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food and s...
2024-10-0907 min
Restaurant FictionThe Most Important Part of a TV show and FilmI, the host, me...Monis Rose...cook up and talk about why the fictional restaurant, bar, and club in TV & Film is THE most important part of the story and the world.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food...
2024-07-0811 min
Restaurant FictionPulp Fiction through the Eyes of Chef Brian MalarkeyRestaurant Fiction reviews the fictional restaurants, bars, and clubs in TV and Film. In addition, we bring on the writers, directors, chefs, and creative tastemakers to talk about the iconic fictional places. In this episode, we review and break down the fictional restaurant, Jack Rabbit Slims, from the Quentin Tarantino classic film, Pulp Fiction.And we talk to Food Network Celebrity Chef and owner of Chef’s Life, Brian Malarkey.Restaurant Fiction is created by Monis Rose.For more Restaurant Fiction episodes, go to: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
2024-01-3023 min
"Fine" DiningHot Dog on a Stick (Part Two: Review) feat. Monis Rose (Restaurant Fiction Podcast)Getting in touch with our inner degenerates! Restaurant Fiction podcast host Monis Rose is here to wax romantic over the "character" of the original Hot Dog on a Stick kiosk by the Santa Monica Pier There's nowhere to sit, so the boys pick a dragon/pirate ship playground as their venue Public beachside seating has empty beer bottles and even a used Magnum love glove nearby... Military helicopters are circling us overhead and it makes us ask What's Going On Over There? Harrison Augustine 💸 Arrylius XIV talks about the recreational drug habits of the ultra-wealthy Monis has a thin...
2024-01-1755 min
Restaurant FictionMooby's Culinary Paradoxes and Life's Puzzling Twists with Michael OrnelasEver wondered if a fast food joint could be both iconic and mediocre? That's exactly the kind of culinary contradiction Monis Rose and special guest Michael Ornelas from the Fine Dining podcast chew on as we dissect Mooby's from the Kevin Smith View Askewniverse. Join us for an episode that promises to sprinkle your day with a dash of satire and a heap of cultural commentary, as we compare this fictional franchise to the spiritual undertones of real-world chains like In-N-Out Burger and Chick-fil-A. Our conversation might just resonate with your own lackluster fast food experiences, so get ready...
2024-01-1627 min
"Fine" DiningHot Dog on a Stick (Part One: Eat Deets) feat. Monis Rose (Restaurant Fiction Podcast) & Alex Borstein (Family Guy, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel)Heinz-enberg runs these streets! Restaurant Fiction's Monis Rose joins Michael to pretend to learn the Eat Deets about Hot Dog on a Stick because he already knows everything Michael does a Keyser Söze walk to hide his limp from Monis [Audiodrama segment] Turf wars over who can sell Dodger dogs on which corners Alex Borstein berates Michael's preferences in hot dog condiment Hot Dog on a Stick is also known for its lemonade, which started as a Muscle Beach health drink with honey The history of the famous employee uniform Monis raps the whitest version of an I...
2024-01-1041 min
Restaurant FictionLos Angeles Comic Con 2023 LIVE PanelRestaurant Fiction reviews the fictional restaurants, bars, and clubs in TV and Film. In addition, we bring on writers, directors, chefs, and creative tastemakers to talk about the iconic fictional places. This is our special LIVE, REAL, and RAW episode from Los Angeles Comic Con 2023. Our panelists include the Executive Producer of the DC Universe show, Titans, Richard Hatem. Writer of The Simpsons, Donick Cary. And Food Network celebrity chef, Duff Goldman. Restaurant Fiction is created by Monis Rose.For more Restaurant Fiction episodes, go...
2023-12-1354 min
Restaurant FictionThe Bear's The Bear with Chef Carlos AnthonyRestaurant Fiction reviews the fictional restaurants, bars, and clubs in TV and Film. In addition, we bring on the writers, directors, chefs, and creative tastemakers to talk about the iconic fictional places. The Bear is the best TV series of 2023. In the 2nd season, Carmy leads his crew to open his dream restaurant, The Bear. Restaurant Fiction breaks down the fictional restaurant from The Bear and talks to celebrity chef, Carlos Anthony.Restaurant Fiction is created by Monis Rose.For more Restaurant Fiction episodes, g...
2023-11-2926 min
Restaurant FictionRF Special Ep - Part 3Restaurant Fiction reviews the fictional restaurants, bars, and clubs in TV and Film. In addition, we bring on the writers, directors, chefs, and creative tastemakers to talk about the iconic fictional places. In this episode, we pick a little bit more about who the host of RF is and why food, movies, tv, restaurants, and writing make up who the fuck he is.Restaurant Fiction is created by Monis Rose.For more Restaurant Fiction episodes, go to: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/restaurant-fiction/i...
2023-11-0110 min
Restaurant FictionThe Bear's "EMP" with Matt RodbardRestaurant Fiction reviews the fictional restaurants, bars, and clubs in TV and Film. In addition, we bring on the writers, directors, chefs, and creative tastemakers to talk about the iconic fictional places. In this episode, we break down and review the fictional restaurant the character Carmy works at 1 year before he works at The Beef in Season 1. We bring along Matt Rodbard.Who is Matt? Matt Rodbard is a seasoned writer and editor specializing in food and culture. He's penned New York Times and Publishers Weekly bestsellers like "Koreatown: A Cookbook" and "Food IQ...
2023-08-2229 min
Restaurant FictionRF Special Ep - Part 2In this episode, we pick a little bit more about who the host of RF is and why food, movies, tv, restaurants, and writing make up who the fuck he is. Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food and st...
2023-07-0314 min
Restaurant FictionGuy's Grocery Games Flavortown Market with Hilary KinzlerFlavortown Market is the fictional grocery store in the long-running series, Guy's Grocery Games. Restaurant Fiction talks all things Flavortown, Guy Fieri, and cheese with one of the show's epic producers, Hilary Kinzler. Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of foo...
2023-06-1626 min
Restaurant FictionRoseanne's Lanford Lunch Box with George MotzThe loose meat sandwich is the only burger at the fictional restaurant from Roseanne's Lanford Lunch Box. Who better to share his knowledge of the Loose Meat sandwich than Burger Scholar, Cook Book Author, First We Feast celebrity, and restauranteur George Motz? Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotif...
2023-05-2625 min
Restaurant FictionEat Drink Man Woman's Family Dinners with Jerry YingEat Drink Man Woman is a 1994 film made by Ang Lee. Some think that it's the ultimate culinary film. One of those awesome people is Producer, Showrunner, Director, Actor, and Executive Jerry Ying. He breaks the meaningful family dinners down while providing exposition on the weight and influence they carry.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss...
2023-05-0529 min
Restaurant FictionTampopo's Tampopo with Food Network Chef and Personality Justin Warner - Part 2Chef and Food Network personality Justin Warner speaks like he is the Yoda of all things Tampopo because he is. If you've never heard of the fictional restaurant or film Tampopo before, after part 2 of this incredible conversation, you're going to have the most major FOMO you've probably ever had and get an education on true ramen.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end...
2023-04-1529 min
Restaurant FictionTampopo's Tampopo with Food Network Chef and Personality Justin Warner - Part 1Justin Warner is a chef, Food Network personality, owner with his wife of the ramen restaurant, Bokujo Ramen, cookbook author, and expert in all things Tampopo. Tampopo is the fictional restaurant in the film Tampopo. Justin breaks down Tampopo like no one's business. Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spo...
2023-03-2937 min
Restaurant FictionFrom Scratch's Ristorante Vigna Vecchia with Attica LockeRistorante Vigna Vecchia is the fictional restaurant from the hit Netflix series, From Scratch. This is our conversation and review of the fictional restaurant with the series showrunner, Attica Locke.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food and story...
2023-03-1029 min
Restaurant FictionCooking, Writing, & ChatGPTIn this more personal episode, I (the host) open up on the importance and benefits to using the AI disruptor, ChatGPT.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food and storytelling.📺 **Watch**: Craving more? Watch us bring these fi...
2023-03-0217 min
Restaurant FictionRatatouille's Gusteau's with Michael Ruhlman - PART 2Michael Ruhlman is an acclaimed fiction and culinary nonfiction writer, as well as a TV personality. In this New Year episode, he breaks down the importance of the fictional restaurant, Gusteau's, in Pixar's film, Ratatouille. Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we exp...
2023-01-0630 min
Restaurant FictionRatatouille's Gusteau's with Michael RuhlmanMichael Ruhlman is an acclaimed writer both in fiction and culinary nonfiction, as well as a TV personality. In this special end-of-the-year episode he breaks down the importance of the fictional restaurant, Gusteau's, in Pixar's film, Ratatouille. Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we expl...
2022-12-2124 min
Restaurant FictionThe Menu's Hawthorn with Seth Reiss and Will Tracy - PART 2This is Part 2 of our chat with Seth Reiss and Will Tracy, the screenwriters behind the fictional restaurant, Hawthorn, featured heavily in the 2022 film, The Menu. This conversation breaks down the importance of the food and how The Menu was brought from the page to the screen. Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscr...
2022-11-1622 min
Restaurant FictionThe Menu's Hawthorn with Seth Reiss and Will Tracy - PART 1Fox Searchlight's 2022 film, The Menu is in theaters on November 18. The fictional restaurant in The Menu is called Hawthorn. We are talking to the writers and creators of Hawthorn, Seth Reiss, and Will Tracy.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimen...
2022-11-1127 min
Restaurant FictionAvalon's Thanksgiving Dinner with AE JonesThe most important fictional restaurant scenes in Barry Levinson's film, Avalon, are the Thanksgiving dinner scenes. We bring along literary manager, AE Jones, an expert in all things Avalon Thanksgiving scenes to break an iconic movie and holiday down. Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as...
2022-09-2029 min
Restaurant FictionAvalon's Thanksgiving Dinner with A.E. JonesThe best and most important scene in Barry Levinson's 1990 classic, Avalon, is its Thanksgiving dinner scene. We chit chat with the literary manager, A.E. Jones to talk all things turkey and Avalon.
2022-09-1529 min
Restaurant FictionThe Bear's The Original Beef of Chicagoland with Joanna CaloThe Bear is a 2022 TV series on FX. It's about a former chef from the fine-dining world who is thrust into fictional restaurant dive called The Original Beef of Chicagoland. Restaurant Fiction breaks down the fictional restaurant from The Bear and talks to its showrunner/head writer: Joanna Calo.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an ep...
2022-07-2129 min
Restaurant FictionJerry Maguire's Paco's Tacos with Novelist Syrie JamesPaco's Tacos is the quintessential meet-cute for Jerry and Dorothy. We break down the awesome fictional Mexican restaurant with Culver City neighbor and acclaimed novelist, Syrie James.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food and storytelling.📺 **Watch...
2022-07-0129 min
Restaurant FictionAmerican Psycho's Dorsia with Director Mary HarronFilm Director Mary Harron directed Christian Bale talking about Dorsia's sea urchin ceviche back in the late 90s. Here is Restaurant Fiction's fictional review on Dorsia and our interview with American Psycho's director, Mary.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimen...
2022-05-1916 min
Restaurant FictionBig Night's Paradise with Food Network's Simon Majumdar - PART 2Food Network's Simon Majumdar is back, breaking down Paradise from the film Big Night as well as breaking down his favorite restaurants across LA. This is the continuation of an amazing conversation. Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food a...
2022-04-0529 min
Restaurant FictionBig Night's Paradise with Food Network's Simon MajumdarSimon Majumdar is a published author, Food Network personality, podcast host, influencer, travel extraordinaire, and above all else, an aficionado on the fictional restaurant from the film Big Night, Paradise. We break down the restaurant and chat all things career and Guy Fieri's Tournament of Champions.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Ap...
2022-03-1629 min
Restaurant FictionDeadwood's The Gem (Saloon) with Chef Justin "Wild Card" Warner - PART 2This is PART 2...THE SEQUEL...of our fantastic amazing conversation with Food Network personality and Chef Justin Warner. We go deep into who Justin is as a person and how everything he does is in line with his devotion for The Gem and all things Deadwood.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Ap...
2022-03-0226 min
Restaurant FictionDeadwood's The Gem (Saloon) with Chef Justin "Wild Card" Warner - PART 1HBO's TV show and TV movie, Deadwood, doesn't exist without The Gem. It was so pivotal to not only the show but Justin Warner's life, he uprooted and moved to South Dakota. Justin Warner is a Food Network TV personality judging, reporting, and being a contestant and emcee on a number of shows including season 3 of Guy Fieri's Tournament of Champions. He is also a self-taught chef, restauranteur, cookbook author, and knows The Gem more than even Restaurant Fiction:)Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored...
2022-02-1527 min
Restaurant FictionHook's Food Fight with K. Lee Marks1991 Hook came out. Still one of, if not, THE best Steven Spielberg film all because of the food fight. Restaurant Fiction breaks down and reviews the food scene as well as talk to podcast consultant and coach of The Podcast Farm, K. Lee Marks.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podca...
2022-01-3130 min
Restaurant FictionPig's Eurydice with David KnellThe most important fictional restaurant in the 2021 Nicolas Cage film, Pig, is Eurydice. David Knell, plays Chef Finway, the opposing force to Nicolas Cage's character, Robin. This is the chat with David and the importance of the most pivotal culinary scene of the film.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podca...
2022-01-1226 min
Restaurant FictionThe Handmaid's Tale Food from the Gilead with Executive Producer Kira SnyderThe Handmaid's Tale is an Emmy award-winning series on Hulu. Food is just as important to the world of The Gilead as all of the characters. Executive Producer Kira Snyder chats with Restaurant Fiction about the importance and significance of the food as well as her writing career.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episo...
2021-11-2429 min
Restaurant FictionMean Streets' Volpe's Bar and Grill with KCRW DJ Dan WilcoxMartin Scorcese's Mean Streets heavily relies on the fictional bar, Volpe's, to tell the story. KCRW DJ and Music Supervisor, Dan Wilcox, shares his knowledge of the fictional bar and the role the music plays.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new d...
2021-11-0822 min
Restaurant FictionVillas Tacos from the documentary, Échale GanasVillas Tacos is a REAL taco stand in Highland Park - Los Angeles. it is also the main character in the documentary called Échale Ganas. In this episode, Restaurant Fiction talks to the film's star, Victor Villas as well as the director, Shirley Yumeng He, and the film's producer, Ulysses James Salcido IIIHungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:
2021-10-2130 min
Restaurant FictionSchitt's Creek Café Tropical with Hypnotherapist Isaiah McGeeCafé Tropical is the main fictional restaurant in the tv show, Schitt's Creek. Los Angeles-based hypnotherapist Isaiah McGee sits down with Restaurant Fiction and breaks down the importance of the restaurant as well as the creative process.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we exp...
2021-09-2023 min
Restaurant FictionPART 2 Queen of the South's Siete Gotas with Co-Showrunner Ben LobatoThis is Part 2 of Restaurant Fiction's amazing chat with Ben Bobato, Co-Showrunner of the USA Network show, Queen of the South.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food and storytelling.📺 **Watch**: Craving more? Watch us bring these fi...
2021-09-1336 min
Restaurant FictionPART 1 Queen of the South's Siete Gotas with Co-Showrunner Ben LobatoQueen of the South was a long-running TV series on the USA Network. Siete Gotas is the fictional tequila bar, the lead character Teresa, owned and operated. This is the review of the tequila and our interview with co-showrunner, Ben Lobato!Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and j...
2021-09-0728 min
Restaurant FictionThe Restaurant from Michael Mann's Heat with Daniel HickmanIn 1995, Michael Mann had Al Pacino and Robert De Niro face off in the same scene for the first-ever time at a fictional restaurant. It was in the film Heat. This is the review of the restaurant and our interview with our good friend, Daniel HickmanHungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Ap...
2021-08-1240 min
Restaurant FictionIt's Always Sunny in Philadelphia's Paddy's Pub with Matt RyanPaddy's Pub is the fictional dive bar in the long-running FX show, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. Cinematographer and Director of Photography Matt Ryan breaks down the iconic fictional bar and dive bars in general.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new d...
2021-06-1524 min
Restaurant FictionUndateable's Black Eyes Bar with Ryan KempUndateable is a TV show on NBC. Black Eyes Bar is the fictional Detroit bar from Undateable. Ryan Kemp is a writer from Undateable and talks all things Black Eyes Bar and writing.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of fo...
2021-05-0524 min
Restaurant FictionRoad House's The Double Deuce with Rowdy HerringtonThe Double Deuce is the fictional bar featured in the 80s action film, Road House with Patrick Swayze. Restaurant Fiction reviews the fictional bar with Road House's director, Rowdy Herrington.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food and story...
2021-04-1524 min
Restaurant FictionMartin Scorcese's After Hours Terminal Bar with Maggie MackayThe Terminal Bar is the fictional bar in Martin Scorcese's film, After Hours. Restaurant Fiction sits down with Vidiots Executive Director, Maggie Mackay, to review, analyze, and chat about why the Terminal Bar is the most historic fictional 1980s NYC bar of all time.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spoti...
2021-03-2924 min
Restaurant FictionRocko's modern life Chokey Chicken with Joe MurrayRestaurant Fiction reviews the fictional restaurant, Chokey Chicken. It's featured in the Nickelodeon and Netflix TV show and film, Rocko's Modern Life. Restaurant Fiction talks to the show's creator, Joe Murray all the way in Belgium. We break down the genesis of the name and deep dive into the evolution of Chokey Chicken.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never...
2021-03-1523 min
Restaurant FictionAmerican Beauty's Mr. Smiley's with Producer Dan JinksThe fictional restaurant in the 1999 Best Picture winner, American Beauty, is Mr. Smiley's. Producer Dan Jinks joins Restaurant Fiction to talk all things Mr. Smiley's as well as his other works: Pushing Daisies, Milk, Big Fish. Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimen...
2021-03-0124 min
Restaurant FictionThe Avengers Shawarma Palace with The Nerd Lys Christopher LyIn this episode, Restaurant Fiction talks to the best pop culture podcast on all things Marvel, Disney, Cosplay, video games, and toys, The Nerd Lys own, Christopher Ly. We discuss, break down, and review the famous fictional restaurant from the first Avengers film, Shawarma PalaceHungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Sp...
2021-02-1525 min
Restaurant FictionBarry Levinson's Diner : the Fells Point DinerThe Fells Point Diner is the fictional restaurant in Barry Levinson's classic film, Diner. This is the review and our interview with the host of the podcast, On Location with Jared Cowan, Jared Cowan. Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food...
2021-02-0121 minRestaurant FictionBarry Levinson's Diner : the Fells Point DinerThe Fells Point Diner is the fictional restaurant in Barry Levinson's classic film, Diner. This is the review and our interview with the host of the podcast, On Location with Jared Cowan, Jared Cowan.
2021-02-0121 min
Restaurant FictionBob's Burgers...BurgerRestaurant Fiction's favorite modern philosopher and best friend, Dr. Travis Timmerman, dissects and breaks down the most famous fictional burger restaurant in TV history. Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food and storytelling.📺 **Watch**: Craving more? Watch us bring th...
2021-01-1920 min
Restaurant FictionMickey Fisher's Pies and PinsTV show creator and writer Mickey Fisher created his very own fictional restaurant to help him with his creativity and imagination. It is a pizza parlor called Pies and Pins. This is the review of Pies and Pins along with our breakdown of all things pizza and writing with the amazing screenwriter.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss...
2020-12-1423 min
Restaurant FictionThe Lord of the Rings The Green Dragon Inn with Max TimmThe Green Dragon Inn is the fictional bar and tavern in The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. Screenwriter, novelist, screenwriting teacher, and coach Max Timm breaks down the iconic fictional bar and compares it with the Wisconsin bar scene.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and j...
2020-11-3023 min
Restaurant FictionCasablanca's Rick's Café with Producer Jerry YingEvery fictional bar in TV & Film owes everything to one of the first mainstays and that's the fictional bar called Rick's Café in the film, Casablanca. Restaurant Fiction talks with showrunner, executive, and producer, Jerry Ying. He breaks down the significance of Rick's and why one of the classiest gin joints can also be the most deadly.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:
2020-11-1624 min
Restaurant FictionThree's Company The Regal Beagle with Angela Marie HutchinsonThe Regal Beagle is the fictional bar in the sitcom, Three's Company. Acclaimed author, screenwriter, producer, and host Angela Marie Hutchinson breaks down and reviews her favorite fictional bar with Restaurant Fiction as well as advice on how to navigate any situation with ease.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spoti...
2020-11-0223 min
Restaurant FictionTrue Blood's Merlotte's Bar and Grill with Hypnotherapist Isaiah McGeeMerlotte's Bar and Grill is the fictional bar and fictional restaurant featured in the HBO series, True Blood. The acclaimed hypnotherapist, Isaiah McGee breaks down Merlotte's and provides keen insight on how one can unlock their creativity to write such an incredible fictional restaurant.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spoti...
2020-10-1928 min
Restaurant FictionThe Thrilling Adventure Hour's Space SaloonScreenwriter, writer, and podcast host of The Writer's Panel, Ben Blacker, breaks down the fictional bar, The Space Saloon, featured in his live radio show and graphic novel series, The Thrilling Adventure Hour.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food and s...
2020-10-0523 min
Restaurant FictionNorthern Exposure's The Brick PART 2Our conversation with the screenwriter, Henry Jones continues. We move from talking about The Brick and into one of the best food tours of the USA as well as some of the simplest yet most important screenwriting tips of all time.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as...
2020-09-2524 min
Restaurant FictionNorthern Exposure's The Brick PART 1The Brick is the fictional bar in the TV series, Northern Exposure. This is the review of The Brick and our interview with screenwriter and small-town bar extraordinaire, Henry Jones.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food and storytelling.📺...
2020-09-0927 min
Restaurant FictionThe OZ CafeteriaThe cafeteria inside the Oswald State Correctional Facility is THE fictional restaurant inside the hit HBO show, OZ. There is no one better to talk about the importance of the cafeteria than the show's creator, Tom Fontana. This is the review and our interview with the legendary TV writer.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subsc...
2020-08-1725 min
Restaurant FictionSeinfeld's Monk CaféMonk's Café, the iconic fictional restaurant featured in the NBC sitcom, Seinfeld, is reviewed and talked about with none other than Jay Jacksonrao, the host of the popular film podcast, Black on Black Cinema. We break down Monk's, why it resonates beyond the New Yorker, the change of restaurants portrayed in Black Cinema, and the best spots to eat in Baltimore, where Jay's company, TNP Studios, resides.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most i...
2020-08-0128 min
Restaurant FictionJulie & Julia's Manhattan KitchenJulie Powell's fictional restaurant is her kitchen in the 2009 hit film, Julie & Julia, with Amy Adams and Meryl Streep. In this episode, co-host of the hit show, Right This Minute, and acclaimed film critic, Gayle Bass, dissects and breaks down the food and importance of the kitchen in this all-time favorite foodie film.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never...
2020-07-0923 min
Restaurant FictionMidnight Diner's DinerThe Midnight Diner is the fictional restaurant featured in the Netflix Show, Midnight Diner. Former film buyer and producer turned Japanese cooking writer, teacher, cookbook author, and chef, Sonoko Sakai breaks down the Midnight Diner and why it has such a lasting impact.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and j...
2020-06-1720 min
Restaurant FictionIndiana Jones and The Temple of Doom's Guardian of Tradition DinnerThe Guardian of Tradition Dinner in Pankot Palace of the film Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom is the most significant and memorable scene in the entire movie. Restaurant Fiction breaks down the famous and notorious fictional dining scene and brings their guest of honor, Producer Bob Cammisa. Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subsc...
2020-05-2720 min
Restaurant FictionBig Night's ParadiseParadise is the fictional restaurant in the classic food film, Big Night. Director/Writer Kevin Hamedani, one of the film's biggest fans, breaks down the importance of Paradise and why it lasts for generations and generations.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimen...
2020-05-0219 min
Restaurant FictionHouse of Cards' Freddy's BBQ JointFreddy's BBQ Joint is the fictional restaurant featured in the Netflix show, House of Cards. To talk about all things Freddy's BBQ, fictional restaurants, and the entertainment business is literary manager of Schemer's Entertainment, Dan Seco. He talks about writing, his life, sports, and good BBQ.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podca...
2020-04-0329 min
Restaurant FictionThe Lager Queen of Minnesota Brewery - Part 2Author J. Ryan Stradal continues the conversation in discussing his baby, the fictional brewery, Artemis, featured in his 2nd novel, The Lager Queen of Minnesota. He dives deep in how a beer can tell a lot about a character as well as provides sage advice to up and coming writers.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episo...
2020-03-0322 min
Restaurant FictionThe Lager Queen of Minnesota Brewery - Part 1Author J. Ryan Stradal of acclaimed books, Kitchens of the Great Midwest, and The Lager Queen of Minnesota, chats about the fictional brewery in his latest novel, Artemis Brewery.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food and storytelling.📺 **Watch...
2020-02-1717 min
Restaurant FictionClue's Hill House Dinner PartyThe Hill House Dinner Party scene from the 1985 movie, Clue, sets the tone, the characters, and plot for the entire 90 minutes. We sit down with former Executive and Los Angeles School District #3 School Board Candidate, Kenchy Ragsdale, to learn how even a simple dinner party can be the most significant party of a film. To learn more about Kenchy and make a contribution, go to kenchyragsdale.comHungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most...
2020-01-2829 min
Restaurant FictionTy the Pie Guy's KitchenTy is the fictional baker and chef in his own fictional restaurant in the show, Ty the Pie Guy. Executive Producer, Susan Lambert, talks about all things pie from the Amazon Prime children's series, Ty the Pie Guy. Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explo...
2019-12-2028 min
Restaurant FictionMiss Evers' Boys BBQ Part 2Producer Kip Konwiser of the HBO film, Miss Evers' Boys is back in the hot seat to not only continue the discussion of the fictional BBQ of Alabama but also how talks about how he got his start in the business and how me maintains a successful career. He even mentions his favorite real restaurants in California!Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:
2019-12-0227 min
Restaurant FictionMiss Evers' Boys BBQ - Part 1The Alabama BBQ scene in the HBO film, Miss Evers' Boys, is the ultimate portrayal of how food can lift the spirit of the soul. Producer of the film, Kip Konwiser, talks about the meaning of the scene, the reasons for having barbecue, and the perseverance it took to get the award winning film made.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subsc...
2019-11-1829 min
Restaurant FictionAnnie Hall's KitchenThe fictional Easter dinner party in the Woody Allen film, Annie Hall, is the quintessential scene in the entire film. It sets the tone and says so much about the characters without saying anything at all. Former CAA agent, Adam Krentzman, discusses the scene as well as talk about where power players in Hollywood eat and why.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:
2019-11-0429 min
Restaurant FictionLongmire's The Red PonyThe Red Pony was the fictional bar in the A&E and Netflix show, Longmire. Executive Producer, Hunt Baldwin discusses the Wyoming set fictional bar as well as talk about the screenwriting process.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food and s...
2019-10-2127 min
Restaurant FictionHappy Days' Arnold's and Al's Drive-InOn this very special quick episode of Restaurant Fiction, mega music and chef manager, Shep Gordon, talks about his favorite fictional restaurant from the TV show, Happy Days. We also talk about Maui and Weed:)Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of fo...
2019-10-0714 min
Restaurant FictionBreaking Bad's Los Pollos Hermanos - Part 2Chef Kenji Lopez Alt is back in our interview about Los Pollos Hermanos, the fictional chicken restaurant featured in Breaking Bad. Kenji is the mastermind behind the restaurant, Wursthall, and the cookbook, The Food Lab. He is also a contributor to the culinary website, Serious Eats.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podca...
2019-09-2324 min
Restaurant FictionBreaking Bad's Los Pollos Hermanos Part 1Los Pollos Hermanos, the most famous chicken joint in Breaking Bad is reviewed by none other than James Beard Award winning cookbook author and chef, Kenji Lopez Alt. Restaurant Fiction talks to Kenji and discusses all things chicken and all things Los Pollos Hermanos.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spoti...
2019-08-2921 min
Restaurant FictionCheersCheers is one of the most iconic fictional bars in TV and Film. The name needs no introduction. In this podcast, Pete D' Alessandro, host of Write On and screenwriter dissects Cheers and the importance of the bar in comedy.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we...
2019-08-0531 min
Restaurant FictionRatatouille's Gusteau'sGusteau's is the popular French fictional restaurant featured in the 2007 Pixar film, Ratatouille. RI speaks with Oscar-winning production designer, Harley Jessup, and his work in the film and designing Gusteau's.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food and storytelling.📺...
2019-05-1721 min
Restaurant FictionWaitress' Joe's Pie DinerJoe's Pie Diner is the fictional restaurant in the film and Broadway musical, Waitress. In this episode, we talk to Waitress producer, Michael Roiff on the making of Joe's Pie Diner and the process of producing something from nothing into a legacy into our popular culture.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podca...
2019-01-1823 min
Restaurant FictionComing to America's McDowell'sMcDowell's is the fictional restaurant from the Eddie Murphy movie, Coming to America. In this very special podcast episode, we talk to the Co-Writer of Coming to America, Barry Blaustein. He talks about how the movie got made and even his screenwriting tips to producing Russian TV.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple...
2018-12-1726 min
Restaurant FictionThe Simpsons Moe's Tavern - Part 2This is Part Two...Part 2 of the review of the fictional bar in The Simpsons, Moe's Tavern. We sit back down with Executive Producer, Matt Selman, and Producer, Dan Greaney to talk all things Moe's and the Simpson's world. We also go deep into how a TV writer thinks...which is all about food. Other topics include The Simpson's reality world in Universal Studios.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries...
2018-10-3030 min
Restaurant FictionThe Simpsons Moe's Tavern - Part 1Moe's Tavern is the fictional bar in The Simpsons where Homer Simpson frequents daily. In this very special episode, Executive Producer Matt Selman and Producer Dan Greaney dissect Moe's.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food and storytelling.📺 **Watch...
2018-09-2922 min
Restaurant FictionSomebody Feed Phil Part 2Phil Rosenthal, host of the Netflix show, Somebody Feed Phil, and Creator of Everybody Loves Raymond comes back for Round 2 on Restaurant Fiction. He talks about how the idea of Somebody Feed Phil came about from a favorite episode of Raymond as well as advice on the writer's room.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subsc...
2018-09-0123 min
Restaurant FictionSomebody Feed PhilIn this special episode, We interview, Phil Rosenthal, host of the Netflix show, Somebody Feed Phil, and creator of Everybody Loves Raymond. Phil explains the importance of food and writing in both of his shows and how the best fictional restaurant is in someone's home.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Sp...
2018-08-2128 min
Restaurant FictionWaiting's Shenaniganz Part 2This is Part 2 of the review of the fictional restaurant, Shenaniganz, featured in the 2005 Ryan Reynold's film, Waiting.... This is the second part of our interview with Waiting's co-Producer, Dean Shull.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food and storytelling.
2018-08-0421 min
Restaurant FictionWaiting's Shenaniganz - Part 1Shenaniganz is the fictional restaurant in the Ryan Reynolds film, Waiting. In this very special part one, we talk to the Co-Producer of Waiting, Dean Shull. He talks about the origin of Waiting, the behind the scenes info on the grossest scenes, and the coolest religion ever created.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Ap...
2018-07-1427 min
Restaurant FictionBeverly Hills 90210 Peach Pit Part 2This is the bonus review and interview of the fictional restaurant in Beverly Hills 90210 called The Peach Pit. In this episode, we talk to former current programming executive of Spelling Television, Jen Grisanti. She shares her insight on the importance of a familiar meeting place and how a fictional restaurant and real one can connect characters and people alike.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end...
2018-06-2415 min
Restaurant FictionBeverly Hills 90210 The Peach PitThe creator of the acclaimed fictional restaurant, The Peach Pit, and showrunner of the tv show, Beverly Hills 90210, Charles Rosin, dives deep into the making of the fictional restaurant as well as provide wisdom of the business.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new d...
2018-06-0729 min
Restaurant FictionEd's StuckeybowlA bowling alley in Ohio is a special place to everyone. Stuckeybowl is that bowling alley. And on this episode, Restaurant Fiction talks to Jon Beckerman, co-creator of that bowling and all things Ed, the NBC TV series from the early 2000s.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join...
2018-05-0629 min
Restaurant FictionCop Procedural BarsChicago Bars and Cops, they go hand in hand with the police procedural on TV. In this episode, we talk to Kevin Townsley, known for his work on the police FOX TV show, The Chicago Code. Kevin talks about his time on the show, the all importance of the bar in a cop procedural, and his time spent with Shawn Ryan, creator of one of the most famous cop shows, The Shield.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out...
2018-04-2131 min
Restaurant FictionPulp Fiction's Jack Rabbit SlimsJeff Miller, former editor of the Los Angeles Edition of Thrillist and host of Travel Channel's, Trip Testers, discusses and shares his knowledge of the iconic fictional restaurant in the film, Pulp Fiction, Jack Rabbit Slims. Talks about his love for the film, food writing in general, and his worst restaurant experience.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss...
2018-04-0328 min
Restaurant FictionJustified's High Note BarGraham Yost, creator and showrunner of hit FX show Justified, talks about The High Note Bar, prominently featured in Seasons 3 and 4. He also chats about the screenwriting craft and his love of Galaxy Quest.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food...
2018-03-0434 min
Restaurant FictionParty of Five's Salinger'sExecutive Producer of 1990s ultra emo FOX drama, Party of Five, Mark B Perry, sits down with Restaurant Fiction to talk about Salinger's, the bay-city restaurant the 5 Salinger kids owned.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food and storytelling.📺...
2018-02-1131 min
Restaurant FictionSupernatural's Road Trip FoodOn this episode we are reviewing the road trip food featured in the CW television show, Supernatural, as well as talking again with writer, Richard Hatem, who was instrumental in Supernatural's first season. Besides going in deep into Supernatural and especially Dean's character, Richard breaks down the important road trip foods as well as the different roles of a writer's room. Enjoy.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let...
2018-01-2436 min
Restaurant FictionGrimm's Exotic Spice and Tea ShopThis is Part 1 of a very special episode covering the Exotic Spice and Tea Shop prominently featured in the NBC show, Grimm. This is only the tip of the iceberg of the interview with Co-EP, Richard Hatem.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new d...
2018-01-0529 min
Restaurant FictionThe Critic and 2017 ReviewIn this special episode we discuss what Restaurant Fiction is all about, who our core audience is, what our mission is, how we review restaurants, and previews of what's going to be a great 2018.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join us as we explore new dimensions of food...
2017-12-1217 min
Restaurant FictionThe Young and the Restless' Genoa City Athletic ClubThe Genoa City Athletic Club is the dominant set in the Young and Restless soap opera. Every major player on the show has worked out and dined in the club. Two time EMMY Award winning Hair Stylist for Y&R, Huyen Tran, talks about her time on the show, hair tips, and EMMYs.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:🍽️ **Subscribe**: Never...
2017-11-2729 min