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.
Mar 17, 2023•10 min
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 .
Mar 10, 2023•13 min
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!
Mar 03, 2023•14 min
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.
Feb 24, 2023•8 min
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 .
Feb 17, 2023•10 min
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.
Feb 10, 2023•10 min
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.
Feb 03, 2023•12 min
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.
Jan 27, 2023•10 min
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.
Jan 20, 2023•10 min
On this week's episode, Tarik and Ann shine a light on a local restaurant known for their crispy pork. They also talk about an eatery shutting down in Whitefish Bay and a baker who has perfected the art of bread-making.
Jan 06, 2023•13 min
It's the last This Bites episode of 2022, and both Tarik and Ann are looking ahead to 2023. They predict what new food trends will pop up in Milwaukee, while also guiding us to the city's best wine bars and where you can find daily deals on vino.
Dec 30, 2022•17 min
On this episode of This Bites, Tarik and Ann are talking about "Hen’s Deli" -- a new breakfast and lunch spot that just opened in the former Soup Brothers location in Walker’s Point. They also rank their top three cookbooks of the year.
Dec 23, 2022•14 min
On this week's This Bites, Tarik and Ann preview new restaurants opening in Milwaukee -- stretching from Italian subs, Mexican burgers and Japanese sushi. They also discuss the new brewery coming to American Family Field and Tarik shares the tasty treats he was making during the pandemic.
Dec 16, 2022•13 min
On this episode of This Bites, Tarik and Ann are talking about a few new restaurants that are in the works. They also share the perfect gift ideas for the foodie in your life, just in time for the holidays.
Dec 09, 2022•18 min
On this episode of This Bites, Tarik and Ann are talking about their favorite cozy dining spots in Milwaukee, perfect for the winter months. They also share where to find specialty baked goods for the holidays.
Dec 02, 2022•15 min
It's all new on this episode of This Bites! Tarik and Ann are chatting about Sully’s Sandwiches, a new sandwich shop opening on Milwaukee's west side. Then, they're previewing Carnitas de Rafa coming soon to S. 27th St. And if you're close to Brown Deer, there's a new Cafe Corazón in your neighborhood. Tarik and Ann have the details this week.
Nov 18, 2022•12 min
This week we're mourning the closing of Iron Grate BBQ and sharing details on its final service hours. Plus, looking for a good fried chicken sandwich in Milwaukee? We couldn't bear to pick a favorite, so we selected a few for you to try. And for the non-meat eaters, we're also previewing a new soup spot offering an array of meatless options (plus meaty ones, too). Then, we're checking in at Bay View's Lazy Suzan which is resuming its brunch service after more than two years.
Nov 11, 2022•11 min
With its soft open behind it, a new restaurant is ready to welcome the public back to the former Tandem location. Tarik and Ann preview the new concept -- 1700 Pull Up -- plus they discuss a wild game dinner coming to Saint Kate Arts Hotel in December. And, just in time for Thanksgiving, they're sharing details about a local organic turkey farm.
Nov 04, 2022•13 min
Halloween is almost here, and Tarik and Ann are helping you get ready with a few spooky dining options, and one that isn't so spooky. No matter how much you love Halloween, we have something for you in this episode, plus Tarik talks about his favorite way to eat corn. Hint: it's not candy corn.
Oct 28, 2022•10 min
Riverwest staple Nessun Dorma is celebrating 20 years, meanwhile another Riverwest restaurant is born -- a new crepery coming to the former Dino's space. Tarik and Ann talk about the neighborhood happenings, plus they preview a Prince inspired night at The Vanguard in Bay View and new Uptown neighborhood restaurant.
Oct 21, 2022•15 min
On this week's This Bites, Tarik and Ann preview a new modern Greek restaurant coming to the lower East Side in the former Wolf Peach space. Then, they discuss the new location of the Winter Farmer's Market and Tarik shares his favorite Japanese breakfast items.
Oct 14, 2022•13 min
On this week's episode, we're saying farewell to a beloved Walker's Point sandwich shop, Boo-Boo's, which also means the end of a favorite Soup Bros. bisque option that Boo-Boo's carried. (Boo, indeed.) But it's not all bad news; we also discuss a new "ghost" food hall coming to Milwaukee Street and a cocktail lounge headed for the Double Dutch.
Oct 07, 2022•15 min
It may not be our *favorite* season, but fall is here, and at least it's not winter yet. On this week's episode, Ann and Tarik go through a detailed fall flavor preview, including new options hitting Milwaukee in 2022.
Sep 30, 2022•17 min
On this week's This Bites, Tarik and Ann discuss a bevy of new riverfront dining and drinking options coming to Milwaukee's Riverwalk in 2023. Then, they discuss Festa Italiana, the return of Empty Bowls, Lakefront Brewery's Cheese Curd Day, a new whole hog BBQ in Chicago.
Sep 23, 2022•17 min
Ann and Tarik talk about Korean BBQ coming to Greenfield, places to pick delicious apples and more from all around Milwaukee's culinary scene.
Sep 16, 2022•22 min
Ann and Tarik discuss the opening of the new North Avenue Market, Palomino's return and more.
Sep 09, 2022•12 min
Tarik and Ann discuss Milwaukee Brewing Company being sold and the exciting potential it creates, a new empanada spot and more. http://radiomilwaukee.org/thisbites
Aug 26, 2022•14 min
Bartolotta restaurants have a new project coming in the Summer of 2023, details about Southside dining week and more on this episode of "This Bites." https://radiomilwaukee.org/thisbites
Aug 19, 2022•18 min
Full article and info at https://radiomilwaukee.org/thisbites
Aug 12, 2022•13 min
Aug 05, 2022•11 min