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Food and Loathing

"Food and Loathing" is a savage journey into the stomach of the Las Vegas restaurant and bar scene – with occasional detours to explore some of the valley"s other decadent offerings (edible and otherwise). Each week, veteran food writer Al Mancini offers the lowdown on what"s new, what"s hot and what"s delicious in America"s most glamorous culinary city. Along with co-host Samantha "Gemini" Stevens and producer Rich Johnson, Al invites you into their conversations with the chefs, bartenders,

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72:30

Roy Ellamar, Back in the Kitchen

Food and Loathing ·

2023/09/29

A longtime fixture of fine dining on The Strip, Roy Ellamar is now cooking in the burbs. He's running Fine Company, a new all-day spot in Downtown Summerlin. Al, Gemini and Rich sit down with Roy at the restaurant to talk about his history in Las Vegas and elsewhere, the items on the brunch/lunch menu (soon to include dinner), and what spurred his move from the very upscale "Harvest by Roy Ellamar" at the Bellagio to a more modest, more casual place in the burbs. Also: lots of dining experiences to

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44:29

El Segundo Sol: 15 Years on The Strip

Food and Loathing ·

2023/09/22

Al's away this week, but before he left he talked to the people behind El Segundo Sol, the venerable Tacos & Margaritas joint right on Las Vegas Boulevard at the Fashion Show Mall. Wesley Pumphrey and Ryan Richardson talk about the restaurant's recent revamp, and how they keep the prices in check. And they share insight into Lettuce Entertain You, the Chicago-based restaurant company that also owns dozens of restaurant concepts, including several in Las Vegas: Joe's, Mon Ami Gabi, Eiffel Tower, RPM

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62:41

Texas Barbecue in Las Vegas

Food and Loathing ·

2023/09/15

Al and Gemini sit down with Natalia Badzo and Brian Beuchner, the husband and wife team behind Big B's Texas BBQ. He's from Texas and she's from Estonia. Also: historically anti-sports Al hits not one but three sports bars, and tries the brunch at Casa Playa. Gemini, fresh from a quick trip to the mouth of the Columbia River, heads back to former podcast venue Little Avalon Coastal Café. And stick around for the news to learn all about.... The Monkey Mixer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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69:29

Scotch 80 Prime: Making Bold Statements

Food and Loathing ·

2023/09/08

With Chef Marty Lopez in the kitchen and Jorge Pagani running the front of the house, Scotch 80 Prime has been going strong since the Palms reopened about 18 months ago. The steakhouse is one of the brands at Palms that came long with the change of ownership after Covid. The two talk about Scotch 80 Prime's place in the Vegas steakhouse universe, and how they brought an international flair to a traditional steakhouse. Also: the mostly un-sporty Al hits two sports bars in one day. Gemini goes for the

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76:34

Danica Stockton, Vegas Food Mafia Newbie

Food and Loathing ·

2023/09/01

Al and Gemini sit down with one of the area's newest food writers, Danica Stockton. She shares her journey to the Vegas food scene, a couple of favorite places and what she's observed in her year or so of covering the town. Also: a new barbecue deal, free wine tastings, Bourbon & Blues in the daytime atop Circa, & 25th Anniversary specials at Bellagio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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80:34

Brian Howard: Role Model for a Healthy Kitchen

Food and Loathing ·

2023/08/25

Al has a long chat with Chef Brian Howard, co-creator of Sparrow + Wolf and Half-Bird Chicken & Beer. They talk about Half-Bird's coming expansion and new items on the menu at Sparrow + Wolf. But the focus is on Brian and partner John Anthony's efforts to make their places safe spaces for their people. Both were recently featured in Fortune magazine for their work on breaking the cycle of mental illness and substance abuse that plagues so many in the hospitality industry. Also: Al, Gemini and Rich

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71:03

The Sundry!

Food and Loathing ·

2023/08/18

Al, Gemini and Rich pig out with perfect pig, and many other delights, atop the Whiskey Bar inside Mizunara, which is inside The Sundry Food Hall at UnCommons - the new restaurant/residential/office complex at Durango, just off Interstate 215. The Executive Chef of the entire food hall, David Varley, explains how they reinvented the concept thanks to Covid. Yes, he says, you will have to use a QR code with your phone. But that means you and your friends won't spend 30 minutes apart as each hunts

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63:33

Bar Reimagined: From Dorsey to Juliet

Food and Loathing ·

2023/08/11

All three of the Cocktail Collective bars at Venetian and Palazzo are getting makeovers. But Dorsey also has a new name: Juliet Cocktail Room. Al, Gemini and Rich hang out on the comfy couches of Juliet and talk to the man who made the switch: Ryan Labbe of 8182 Group. Also: Al shares his thoughts on lunch at Amari in the UnCommons development. He also speaks with Buddy Valastro on the 10th anniversary of his namesake restaurant at Venetian. Among her meals in the past week, Gemini focuses on

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77:17

Bad Beat Brewing, Bordeaux Bob & Bojangles Chicken

Food and Loathing ·

2023/08/04

Bad Beat Brewing is the site of today's episode thanks to founder/owner Nathan Hall and head brewer Tom Harwood. Both share their journey to Henderson's Booze District - both starting out as home brewers who now profit from their passion. Gemini finally gets to Sundry, and samples a lot of items at the new food hall near the Durango Curve. Al shares lots of thoughts about HaSalon, the new Israeli/Mediterranean creation of chef Eyal Shani in the Palazzo. And Rich, doing a bit of advance work on the

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76:38

Day Drinking and Podcasting!

Food and Loathing ·

2023/07/28

Al, Gemini and Rich are in the same room for the first time in nearly two months, and are celebrating by breaking open a bottle of Frey Ranch's new "Farm Strength Uncut Bourbon." That means 124 proof, or more than 62% alcohol. Rich returns from his world tour by hitting two semi-new Chinese joints inside casinos - with mixed results. Gemini is all over the map, sampling Mexican, sushi, Irish, and even a smoothie. And Al checks out Tequila Cantina, the new collaboration of Nice Hospitality and

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68:18

Guy Fieri! (Because SEO)

Food and Loathing ·

2023/07/21

That's right. We're slaves to Search Engine Optimization. But Al also did talk to Guy about his latest Vegas enterprise. Guy is one of several guests on a guest-packed episode that also includes Sam Marvin, Geo Mauro, Sean Christie and more! As for dining: Al and Gemini share their experiences at Archi’s Thai, Vicki’s Diner, Half Bird Chicken and Beer, a party at Delilah and Al's vacation in Cabo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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64:59

Chinatown Pizza and Durango Gourmet

Food and Loathing ·

2023/07/14

Champion pizzaiolo Michael Vakneen shares the news of his latest adventure: ∅∅ Pie & Pub on Spring Mountain Road. The genius behind Pop-Up Pizza at The Plaza is joining the excellent offerings in the same strip mall as Half-Bird and The Golden Tiki. And he shares his journey to pizza greatness with Al. Meanwhile, Gemini gets the first-hand download on Lemon Tree Café from its chef/owner Patrick Littlejohn. And Rich is back - from the road - recounting the highs and lows of his trips to Paris and

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63:58

Girls Can Grill - And We Found One!

Food and Loathing ·

2023/07/07

That Girl is actually the founder of "Girls Can Grill," Christie Vanover. Her longtime Vegas presence gets some big-time national exposure, as she's a contestant on the new season of Discovery's "Barbecue Brawl." Al and Gemini recorded this episode at Little Avalon, the coastal cuisine casual joint in Village Square, the shopping complex at West Sahara & Fort Apache. Also: Gemini shares her trips to Urth Caffe, Garagiste and and Carson Kitchen. Al gets us up to speed on more places at The Sundry,

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63:53

This Episode (Like Area 15) Does Not Exist

Food and Loathing ·

2023/06/30

While Rich continues his world tour, Al and Gemini take the show to Area 15, the sprawling arts and entertainment district located just west of The Strip. They chat with representatives of the complex about all the experiences it has to offer – especially the food and beverage options. COO, Dan Pelson provides an overview of all the attractions, from Omega Mart to Wink World and everything in between. After Al and Gemini brag about where they’ve been eating, Area 15’s Associate Director of F&B

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68:58

Ocean Prime, Carson Kitchen & Kase Sake and Sushi

Food and Loathing ·

2023/06/22

We are doing Vegas all over the valley this week, as Al and Gemini come to you from Carson Kitchen, the O.G. of Carson St. cuisine. VP Andrew Weintraub and Executive Chef Scott Simon keep the food coming. Al goes serious top shelf at the new Ocean Prime on The Strip, speaking to owner/CEO Cameron Mitchell. And Gemini talks to Stephan Parker and Ethan Spitzer, the geniuses behind Solamente Pizza & Down2Earth Plant-Based Cuisine, which share space at Town Center. Also: Martin Yan gets rich off poker

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87:09

Wolfgang Puck Cooks, Al Mancini Rants

Food and Loathing ·

2023/06/16

Well, it's not Puck, himself cooking at 1228 Main St., his new place in the Arts District. But Al is definitely on a big-time rant. Not about the restaurant, but about all the privileged food snobs trashing the Wolfgang-adjacent place just hours after its very soft opening. Al and Gemini go back and forth on that. And back. And forth. And back again. And maybe one more forth. Also: Diana Brier gets emotional about her impending exit from Valley Cheese and Wine, and Joshua Fyksen recounts his quest

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67:51

James Beard & Tinned Fish

Food and Loathing ·

2023/06/09

Gemini joins us from Chicago, sharing her impressions of the James Beard Award ceremony, and reveals what it was like to serve as a volunteer judge for the awards. Later in the show, it's Gemini with the big interview in the latest seafood trend. Call it a tin. Call it a can. Call it 'conserva.' It's how people have preserved food, especially seafood, for centuries. And now there's a tinned fish club in Las Vegas. Gemini sat down with its founders to get the details -- including how to pair, uh,

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59:18

Istorya!

Food and Loathing ·

2023/06/02

No, it's not a new, hip greeting that all the cool kids are doing. Istorya is a community-based Filipino pop-up that's more than just food. Al gets the full download from Walter Castillo. And while we're discovering new words, Fermantato is coming to town. It's a series of culinary classes you can enjoy at Ellis Island. The first two: BBQ and Charcuterie. Gemini has more information on her newest obsession, the Tinned Fish Club. And as always, Al, Gemini and Rich share their restaurant visits of the

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60:00

Six Chefs, No Waiting!

Food and Loathing ·

2023/05/26

OK, nobody but us is old enough to remember that homage to big, chair-filled barber shops. But this episode feels like the old days, as Al gets the downloads for Bruce Kalman, Candace Ochoa, Min Kim, Lorena Garcia, Roy Ellamar and Tai Ronnen. This episode is so big we lost count! Also: visits to La Strega, Monzu Italian Oven, The Legacy Club, Aromi, The Baguette Cafe and neighborhood Chinese mainstay China A Go-Go. Plus: news of new items at The House of Blues, an Early-Bird pre fixe menu at Naxos

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64:00

Brian Howard, World Traveler

Food and Loathing ·

2023/05/19

If you haven't been to Sparrow & Wolf lately, it's a good time to get back to Brian Howard's Spring Mountain Road joint. He's just back from a tour of New Zealand, South Korea and Vietnam. And what he learned is already showing up on the menu. Also: Al talks to the Voltaggio brothers about their one-year pop-up at Mandalay Bay. Al and Gemini wax poetic about Spaghetty Western in Southern Highlands. And Rich goes for a classic Vegas movie at a brand new downtown cinema, The Beverly. Spoiler alert:

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