Each week on This Bites, dining critic Ann Christenson from Milwaukee Magazine and Radio Milwaukee’s resident foodie Tarik Moody dig into the city’s culinary and restaurant culture to help you find new spots, old favorites and the best ingestibles around Milwaukee.
On this episode of This Bites, one of Anne and Tarik's favorite restaurants makes it in the New York Times' " Restaurant List " of the top 50 eateries across the United States. They also review a Deer District rooftop restaurant, share a new modern Greek spot with a view like no other and bring us info on a championship pie contest.
Tarik and Ann share some BIG news! Discourse Coffee will open a new space inside of Radio Milwaukee in January. The specialty coffee company is taking over the area formerly operated by Stone Creek Coffee. In the meanwhile, they'll also be hosting some pop-up shops. The foodie duo also shares news about a culinary fundraiser in November, an iconic tofu business in Milwaukee and celebrations for Turning Tables -- as the restaurant celebrates its first birthday....
Your favorite foodies are back after a much needed, well-deserved month-long break. Of course Tarik missed Ann... and while they were apart Ann used her time to explore some delicious, local breakfast spots . Tarik dishes on new spots opening up around Milwaukee including Lush Popcorn and a couple places inside 3rd Street Market Hall . Produced by Kim Shine...
Tarik and Ann have a lot of topics to cover in this week's, This Bites. There's an organic farm in Stone Bank, WI that converted an old church (on the property) into a market where surplus ingredients are used to make grab-n-go dishes. Tarik shares the specially curated menu for HYFIN's first Anti-Gala fundraiser and awards ceremony on Aug. 3. They also give the deets on a new cocktail bar that serves prohibition-era drinks in downtown Milwaukee, and a Sunday dinner option at Lupi & Iris. Pr...
This week, Ann gives her review of Tre Rivali after the restaurant hired a new chef (who went up against celebrity chef Bobby Flay). Tarik and Ann also rave about, sweetgreen , the newest eatery in Milwaukee's Third Ward. Other topics: Kawa Ramen Sushi, Crossroads Collective, a five-course, sicilian dinner at St. Kate on Aug. 2... ... Oh, and Tarik's 50th birthday!! Produced by Kim Shine
Tarik & Ann talk about this year's Kohler Food & Wine Festival (and headliner Martha Stewart) and there's a new Black-owned vegan spot coming to Milwaukee. Plus, remember Electric Lime Taqueria? It's returning... and with a new project too! Produced by Kim Shine
This week, Tarik and Ann reminisce on Red Light Ramen, a Milwaukee East Side staple that’s closingJuly 13. Also, drums or flats? Tarik and Ann differ, and breakdown the classic butter burger. Plus, Tarik and Venice Williams (Fondy Farmers Market interim executive director) talk about the kick-off to the market's regular season July 8! Produced & edited by Kim Shine
This week, Tarik and Ann are looking forward to next month as two new spots are opening up: a food hall and a pizza trailer. While we wait for those to officially open their doors, you can get some boba tea and korean fried chicken on the East Side. Plus, Ann is attempting to make homemade pizza crust but she needs your help! Produced & edited by Kiri Salinas
This week, Tark and Ann are heading to the farm! Okay not really, but in this episode Ann does recommend a few farm dinners happening around the area. The duo also are getting hyped about HYFIN's Brown, Black & Brews event this summer. And lastly, there is a job in Madison where you can taste test cheese! Produced & edited by Kiri Salinas
This week, Tarik and Ann are excited about two new spots: a Puerto Rican food truck at Zócalo Food Park and a Sicilian restaurant in Milwaukee's Cathedral Square neighborhood. Plus, they find a teachable moment about shell steak while discussing a local Pappy Van Winkle event, and Ann gives her recommendation for the cocktail of the summer. Produced & edited by Kiri Salinas
We're getting excited for the summer food scene in Milwaukee. This week, Tarik and Ann list some new food trucks, rooftops and patios you'll want to check out while it's nice out. Plus, the winners of the James Beard Awards were announced, and there's a new Indian restaurant coming to town. Produced & edited by Kiri Salinas
This week, Tarik and Ann talk about Buttermint Finer Dining & Cocktails in addition to Il Cervo -- the new rooftop bar located at the Trade Hotel in the Deer District. Plus, the mind behind Milwaukee's first ever Dumpling Fest, Shary Tran, stops by to chat about the upcoming event. Produced & edited by Kiri Salinas
This week on This Bites , Tarik and Ann talk about a new cooking show you can find on Youtube called "Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders." Tarik also got to check out 1033 before its grand opening. Plus, two new mochi donut locations are coming to the area. Produced & edited by Kiri Salinas
This week, Tarik and Ann share their reaction to the city's new food-truck proposal. Meanwhile Palomino is reopening, and the Kitchen Kings are coming to Riverwest. Plus, Ann is back with another reading recommendation: The New Art of Coffee from author Ryan Castelaz. Produced & edited by Kiri Salinas
Milwaukee is celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in a tasty way! Tarik and Ann look ahead to Asian Restaurant Week, which runs from May 14-20, and also talk about a new food truck in town, Cocina Filipina, for anyone craving Filipino food. Plus, there's some happy yet sad news involving Funky Fresh Spring Rolls. Edited & produced by Kiri Salinas.
This week, Tarik and Ann list a few places getting into the Kentucky Derby spirit, Ann gives her review on La Cocina del Sur empanadas bar, and Tarik gets excited about all the Cadbury Eggs now available at the new O'Malley's European Foods store. We also find out the reason Meat on the Street is closing up shop after nine years.
On this edition of This Bites , Tarik and Ann talk about a unique tribute dinner inspiried by a film featured at the Milwaukee Film Festival, Milwaukee's Black Restaurant Week, a new additions joining the North Avenue Market, and some sad news about one of the Egg & Flour locations.
Happy 414 Day! This week, Tarik and Ann mention a few spots with specials running Friday only, including Braise, Heirloom MKE food truck and Central Standard. Ann also shares her review of 4th Base and Belfrē, plus Pete's Pops are back!
This week, Tarik and Ann list a few restaurants going big for Easter brunch. Plus they talk about Wisconsin's oldest restaurant reopening, two new spots coming to Crossroad Collective, and a cidery heading to Milwaukee's East Side.
This week, Tarik and Ann talk about the Milwaukee restaurant and chef named James Beard Award finalists, a Frozen -themed tea event coming up at the Pfister, Nite Owl's return, and a local chef who will appear on an episode of Food Network's Chopped next week.
This week, Tarik and Ann share how local restaurants and food trucks are adjusting their schedules to cater to members of the community observing Ramadan. They also talk about the best place to get a Reuben, an upcoming Trouble Maker's Cocina beer dinner happening at Sugar Maple, reports of a Mexican restaurant coming to the East Side, and a new speakeasy in the Third Ward.
This week, Tarik and Ann talk about an exclusive dinner featuring Don Julio tequila, a new restaurant opening in Lazy Susan's location, a cafe for kids and parents, and lastly some plans in the works for Ruby's Bagels.
This week, Tarik and Ann talk about a vendor leaving Crossroads Collective Food Hall, a Hmong restaurant in the works, a 30-year anniversary for the Bartolotta Restaurants, and Milwaukee's first tequila / mezcal bar. Plus, Ann tries out a new recipe for red sauce inspired by Hulu's The Bear .
Milwaukee Magazine has just released their list of the city's 25 best restaurants. Tarik and Ann talk about a few of them in this week's episode, as well as a local restaurant with a unique dining experience, plus lots of love for pound cake and sake!
This week, Tarik and Ann preview a special dinner being held during International Women's Day. They also share their excitement for a new barbecue joint coming to Crossroads Collective, the option to dine in returning to Mekong Cafe, plus a new location for La Chinampa.
This week, Tarik and Ann talk about a really cool Korean pop-up dinner happening at Amilinda hosted by Jenny Lee. Plus, they discuss the city of Greenfield getting two new restaurants and a beer garden, a big move for Pizza Man, the grand opening of Sully's Sandwiches, and a collaboration dinner featuring Adam Pollack and one of his friends from Hell's Kitchen .
This week on This Bites , Tarik and Ann talk about La Cocina del Sur, a new empanada restaurant that just opened in Riverwest after getting its start as a food truck. They also mention where you can find "broast-ish" chicken dinners, plus two events to look forward to this month.
It's a sweet new episode this week. Tarik and Ann talk about the perfect gift for Valentine's Day. Plus, Ann reviews a new restaurant in Shorewood, in addition to a ramen dish from Easy Tiger.
The city of Milwaukee has amazing chefs, and now a few are being recognized! This week, Tarik and Ann congratulate five local chefs who are semifinalists for the 2023 James Beard Foundation Awards. Plus, they talk about a sweet new addition coming to 3rd Street Market Hall and say their goodbyes to a local pizzeria.
Exciting news this week on This Bites! Tarik and Ann talk about a reopening at Potawatomi Hotel & Casino, as well as the latest addition to 3rd St. Market Hall. We also discuss the recent closing of Noma -- the world’s best restaurant.
