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.
We're covering a lot of ground on this episode, starting with where to take your pop for Father's Day food. There's also the revival of two revered pizza places, a new Japanese restaurant in Bay View, a very Milwaukee cookbook and, of course, lively conversation about the latest Top Chef and the great fish boil debate it sparks. Produced and edited by Marcus Doucette
Tarik and Ann take you out to all kinds of cool spots and highlight some interesting events, like a food tour of West Allis, including butcheries and vintage-styled burger joints. Other highlights include Junior's BBQ, Yemeni cafes, Indian food in Hales Corners and Honeypie's celebration of 15 years in Bay View. Produced and edited by Marcus Doucette
Tarik and Ann cover a lot of ground in this one. Yes, Top Chef gets another recap, but then they dip in Midwest SAD Bakery and their strawberry champagn cake, and Tarik's quest for the perfect strawberry. Plus, we've got details on an open house at Noth Avenue Market, as well as SHARP Literacy's Unwrapped MKE event that turns Mickey D's into something delicious. Produced and edited by Marcus Doucette
Tarik and Ann talk more about the Wisconsin season of Top Chef and the great sausage challenge. Plus, Downtown Dining Week becomes older than Tarik, new restaurants open, Nepalese cuisine, momos and more. Produced and edited by Marcus Doucette
Tarik and Ann are back at it this week as one of Milwaukee's excellent restaurants prepares to return with a new(ish) approach. You'll also hear the weekly Top Chef chat, news about an Italian restaurant swap on the East Side, and two separate items about soul food coming to Humboldt Park and Sherman Phoenix. Produced and edited by Marcus Doucette
Tarik and Ann discuss many things, including Pizza Man closing up shop on the East Side, Amilinda’s pop-up dinner plan, an imminent coctail competition and ideas for where to eat before or after going to the MKE Film Festival. Plus Ann shares her conversation with Top Chef contestant Dan Jacobs (anecdotally anyway). Yummy stuff ... produced and edited by Marcus Doucette
Tarik and Anne talk about the latest episode of "Top Chef: Wisconsin," plus restaurants that may be both Thai and Japanese, tuna tango pizza(!), and catfish fished and fried in ways that somehow Tarik has never had!? Produced by Marcus Doucette
This week, Tarik and Anne talk about James Beard Awards, some new restaurants (African & Palestinian) plus the latest episode of Top Chef, which has Wisconsin as its backdrop and some great Milwaukee chefs competing for the honors. Finally, we learn about Anne's adventures in pie-making ... Episode produced and edited by Marcus Doucette.
In this episode of This Bites , Tarik and Ann share details on Saffron's new menu, the big changes coming to North Ave Market in Milwaukee. They also recap the latest episode of Top Chef! Produced and edited by Kim Shine
Tarik and Anne talk about the new season of Top Chef and it's surprising Milwaukee contestant. Plus, news about a new Vietnamese restaurant opening soon, a dumpling/bao house and Tarik's culinary journey to Madison to visit Mint Mark. Produced and edited by Marcus Doucette
In this episode of This Bites , Tarik & Ann have some good news about Nite Wolf ramn; Ann names local restaurants participating in Ramadan, and the one-and-only Scottie Pippen debuts his Digits Bourbon Whiskey, in a three-course kind of way, in Milwaukee. Produced & edited by Kim Shine
In this episode of This Bites, Tarik and Ann talk about a new Hmong cafe and dinners straight from the farm. Ann also graced the cover of Milwaukee Magazine with her special on the Top restaurants in the Milwaukee area. Produced and edited by Kim Shine
In this episode of This Bites , Tarik & Ann give details on an upcoming Palestinian cooking workshop series, a new sushi bar coming to Bay View, a chef competition at Pilot Project and a new candy shop in the Milwaukee Public Market. (And a bunch more...) Produced & edited by Kim Shine
In this episode of This Bites , Tarik and Ann share news on a cool soulful bruch buffet, Aria restaurants new artistic direction for 2024 and an update on one of the duo's favorite chefs. Produced & edited by Kim Shine
In this episode of This Bites , Tarik & Ann have happy and sad news. One local restaurant has closed its doors, one is coming to Zocalo, and a taco food truck is getting a permanent location! Produced/Edited by Kim Shine
Your favorite foodies have a lot to talk about in this episode of This Bites. Tarik shares details on a returning restaurant charity event while Ann tells us more about a delicious church fish fry featured in the latest edition of Milwaukee Magazine. Oh yea, then there's some hit show taking place in Wisconsin that also features a Milwaukee-based chef. The show's called, Top Chef , or something like that. ;-) Produced and edited by Kim Shine
In this episode of This Bites, Tarik & Ann talk all things Ramen & Pho. February will be host to some noodle pop-ups, 'Phobruary' deals, a new Puerto Rican restaurant and other traditional celebrations. Produced & edited by Kim Shine
In this episode of This Bites, Tarik and Ann discuss some of the 2024 James Beard nominees! The James Beard Awards recognize the best and brightest in the culinary scene across the nation. Winners will be announced at a ceremony in Chicago in June. Produced and edited by Kim Shine
In this week's episode of This Bites, Tarik & Ann give the goods on an indoor farm coming to Tarik's favorite Milwaukee neighborhood (Riverwest). There's also news about Dan Dan & some of Ann's picks profiled in Milwaukee Magazine. Produced & edited by Kim Shine
Happy 2024!! This Bites is back and you know Tarik and Ann have a lot to discuss. There's some bittersweet news about Cavas, a new restaurant at Crossroads Collective, some events at Lupi & Iris and happenings at Discourse (which include N/A and mocktail options!) Produced by Kim Shine
In this episode of This Bites, Tarik & Ann discuss a local chef's adventure spending $100 at a local Aldi. They also talk about a new Korean restaurant coming to Milwaukee and give tips on updating your in-house bar. Last but not least, they say 'goodbye' to 2023! Produced by Kim Shine
Milwaukee's favorite foodies are back with some good news and updates! Ann is tired (not really) of restaurants and share some multi-use spots where you can dine. Tarik gives the latest dish about Fondy Food Market and Allie Boys. Edited by Kim Shine
Tarik and Ann have a LOT of new happenings to share! Ann goes inside Ardent MKE's new lounge. There's also a new proposal at the State level to help prevent food waste. The duo also dish about two new restaurants popping up in Milwaukee: a Puerto Rican spot in Layton Park and another cultural hub in Bronzeville. Produced & edited by Kim Shine
It's almost the holiday! If you don't want to be stuck cooking in the kitchen, Ann & Tarik share some local spots to visit. The duo announce the highly awaited soft-open of The Wolf on Broadway in downtown Milwaukee, celebrate the return of one of Ann's favorite restaurants, and say goodbye to Balzac Wine Bar after an 18-year run in the Cream City. Produced & edited by Kim Shine
On this episode of This Bites , the foodie duo has a lot to say. Ann went on a trip to Pittsburgh and ate some good things. Tarik shares details on a new pasta restaurant opening in Crossroads Collective, the end of an iconic Milwaukee bakery and a modern steak house coming to the Cream City.
In this edition of This Bites, your culinary duo shares details on a new Asian supermarket coming to West Allis and Milwaukee's winter farmer's market returns! Ann gives some tips for a stress-free Thanksgiving, and also talks about her interview with gourmet-popcorn shop, Lush Popcorn . Produced & edited by Kim Shine
In this episode of This Bites, your favorite foodie friends have a little fun! Ann talks pasties while Tarik shares details on a spooky Halloween pop-up at Lost Whale . Tarik also dishes on a six-course dinner hosted by Egg & Flour Chef Pawlak. Produced & edited by Kim Shine
This week's episode is all about quality over quantity! Tarik & Ann dish about Ready to Roll - a new, Black-woman owned & Chicago-based egg roll spot in Milwaukee. There's also a Guatemalan & Mexican restaurant you should try. Oh yea, and Tarik went on a trip to D.C. where he tried the food at this really cool afro-futuristic joint. Produced & edited by Kim Shine
On this episode the foodies share news on a transformation Barnacle's Buds is making this December. Ann dishes on a new Brazilian spot on Milwaukee's east side. Tarik tells you when and where you can make your own pierogi's and gives the details on a special five-course dinner in mid-October. Produced & edited by Kim Shine
On this episode of This Bites, Tarik & Ann talk about breakfast... at home! Ann dishes on all the things you can make while staying in your jammies. Tarik gives details on a new Asian restaurant coming to Bay View and shares a few pop-up dinners around the city. Edited & Produced by Kim Shine
