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Restaurant Hoppen

Dan Hoppen breaks down the Nebraska cuisine scene one bite at a time. He talks to local chefs, media members, and just interesting people about what"s going on in the Cornhusker State when it comes to food, where people need to eat, and how food relates to Nebraska sports.

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01:00:55

James Hawk—J's Smokehouse

Restaurant Hoppen ·

2023/01/26

What if I told you some of Omaha's best BBQ was coming out of a food truck outside a karate gym in Papillion? It's not crazy, as anyone who's been to J's Smokehouse can attest! Owner James Hawk discusses where his love of barbecue came from, the day he quit his job to commit to it full-time, food truck life, how to use social media to a restaurant's advantage, and more! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their

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01:03:08

Chloe Tran—The Banh Mi Shop

Restaurant Hoppen ·

2023/01/19

When Chloe moved to the Omaha from Vietnam, she couldn't find any restaurants serving banh mi sandwiches like the ones she enjoyed at home. So she opened her own restaurant—despite the fact that she was still in college! As The Banh Mi Shop celebrates its 5-year anniversary, we look back at its wild beginnings, discuss learning about culture through food, and talk about what makes banh mis unlike any other sandwich. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND

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00:57:54

Joe Cong—Blue & Fly Asian Kitchen

Restaurant Hoppen ·

2023/01/12

When Joe moved from China to Omaha at the age of 21, he was disappointed that he couldn't find the traditional dishes he loved weren't available (sorry, peanut butter chicken). So he created Blue & Fly Asian Kitchen, one of the few spots in Omaha that not only offers Americanized Chinese dishes, but also those traditional ones you'd across the globe. Hear his story, how moods can affect his cooking, the advent of Blue & Fly's cake business, and more! Also follow up

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01:07:03

Rolando Valadez—Alley Taco 402

Restaurant Hoppen ·

2023/01/05

On the surface, Alley Taco 402 is a food truck serving some of the best tacos in Omaha. But it goes further than that, as owner Rolando Valadez is using his business to create community and inspire the next generation using the lessons he learned from his late father. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media

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00:54:36

Yuvi Kolbar - Yuvi’s Bake Shop

Restaurant Hoppen ·

2022/12/29

Yuvi’s story from growing up in Israel to selling French pastries and desserts is wild, and it showcases what makes her such a passionate, amazing baker. Hear more about her background and the unique, delicious desserts she’s creating that you won’t find anywhere else. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat

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01:06:23

Javier Trujillo Villa—Javi's Tacos

Restaurant Hoppen ·

2022/12/22

Javi's Tacos has opened 3 locations and 2 food trucks in just 2 years; how did it achieve such wild success out of the gate? To hear own Javier Trujillo Villa tell it, it's consistency, humility, and creating food that's neither "Tex Mex" or "authentic", but is what he loves to eat. This episode provides a great look into not only delicious food, but what makes a business successful and scaleable. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified

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00:59:52

Brad, Kyle, & Jake Jukes—Jukes Ale Works

Restaurant Hoppen ·

2022/12/15

Delicious, wildly creative beers, salted caramel wings, sweat-inducing Nashville hot chicken sandwiches... there's no place quite like Jukes Ale Works. And when you meet these brothers, you'll see why. We talked about a little bit of everything: a beer named "Bathtub Spaghetti", taking man cards with the Nashville hot chicken, the headaches of building the brewery, the joys of creating a beloved brew, and the importance of keeping everything in the family. Also follow up

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00:56:46

Cory Fuller—Pulled BBQ

Restaurant Hoppen ·

2022/12/08

Cory Fuller promised his wife he'd never open a restaurant. But the raving compliments this home smoker got on his smoked meats were too powerful to ignore. A food truck evolved into a brick and mortar featuring solely hand-pulled meats. Cory explains his personal journey, the decision to not include BBQ staples like ribs and brisket on the menu, the strategy behind his creative weekly specials, and more! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored

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01:00:40

Erick Landa—Centi

Restaurant Hoppen ·

2022/12/01

Omaha was missing a gelato destination... that is, until Erick opened Centi in the summer of 2022. This detail-obsessed dessert magician delights Omahans with his creamy product and unique flavors, most of which have a personal tie to his life. Hear Erick's story from savory chef to sweet treat creator and hear what's next for Centi. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and

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00:57:35

David Utterback—Koji

Restaurant Hoppen ·

2022/11/23

Already a James Beard-nominated chef and owner of Yoshitomo, Omaha's top sushi restaurant, David Utterback wanted a spot in Omaha where he could eat one of his favorite foods: yakitori. So he opened Koji and introduced the city to a fantastic style of eating. Hear why David is so passionate about yakitori, how he and his team leveled up and learned the cooking method, how to get diners to expand their culinary horizons, and more! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND

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00:58:20

Bryon Compton—Graley's Creamery & Confections

Restaurant Hoppen ·

2022/11/17

Super premium ice cream, homemade hand pies and soup, a welcoming atmosphere that takes you back in time... what else could you want from an ice cream shop?! Bryon discusses how nostalgia, family, and a severe love of ice cream combine to make Graley's one of the most unique establishments in Omaha. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! A Hurrdat

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00:39:47

Erin Palladino—PepperJax

Restaurant Hoppen ·

2022/11/10

As PepperJax celebrates its 20th anniversary, its COO joins the show to discuss how it grew from humble beginnings in Omaha in 2002 to a major brand with more than 40 locations now. Erin talks about how the company scaled up, the importance of listening to customers, the advent of cheese sauces (it was a BIG deal), and how she rose from part-time cashier to one of the company's most important figures. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored

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00:49:36

Matt Taylor - Inner Rail Food Hall

Restaurant Hoppen ·

2022/11/03

As someone who’s worked at all levels of the restaurant industry, Matt brings a unique perspective and ability to coach all the various independent vendors and concepts inside the Inner Rail. Matt tells stories of his career (including working under Charlie Trotter and Thomas Keller), how they helped prepare him for the Inner Rail, facing the “fire-breathing dragon” that is dinner service, and how a food hall survives and thrives in a pandemic. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND

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00:58:10

Dan Benigno—Chef Around the Block

Restaurant Hoppen ·

2022/10/27

Dan Benigno is passionate about two things: making people happy through food and empowering the next generation of cooks. He accomplishes both at Chef Around the Block, offering cooking classes, catering, private dinners and, most recently, a pop-up space in Midtown to mentor young chefs and cooks as they test their concepts. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25%

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00:56:18

Stacie Van Cleave & Matt Hyde—Veg.edible

Restaurant Hoppen ·

2022/10/20

Vegan. Gluten-free. Nut-free. Stacie Van Cleave wanted to provide delicious food for everyone, regardless of dietary restrictions and preferences—thus, Veg.edible was born. And now she and partner Matt Hyde are taking Omaha by storm with delicious, unique, safe food that anyone can enjoy. Hear why they're so passionate about the mission and how they got Veg.edible off the ground! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit

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00:54:45

Moses Moseley, Dan Whalen, & Cassie Jacobs—Dirty Birds

Restaurant Hoppen ·

2022/10/13

What started as a tiny pop-up has blown up into Omaha's favorite fried chicken joint in just two years... how did it happen? The Dirty Birds trio describes their move into Omaha's historic Flatiron building, the "great chicken, good vibes" concept behind the restaurant, and a new approach to how we think about "fine dining." Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25%

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00:56:25

Kevin Wyatt & Isaiah Renner—Trucks & Taps

Restaurant Hoppen ·

2022/10/06

Two food truck veterans had a crazy/brilliant idea: to create a food truck hub that not only attracted customers in droves, but also helped incubate young food trucks. Thus Trucks & Taps was born, and it provides something unique and awesome that the Omaha food scene has never seen before. You'll hear the origin story, what it takes to start a food truck, why food truck culture has caught on, and more in this episode. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND

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00:49:03

Michael Ozmun Jr.—Dairy Chef

Restaurant Hoppen ·

2022/09/29

The Ozmun family basically grew up at Dairy Chef, so when the opportunity to buy the iconic drive-in in 2013, they couldn't pass it up. Hear the story of how the family not only preserved the legacy of awesome ice cream, but also leveled up Dairy Chef's food game and took it to a whole new level. Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25% off your order! A Hurrdat

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00:39:50

Jennifer Maguire—Lisa's Radial Cafe

Restaurant Hoppen ·

2022/09/22

An Omaha institution since 1938, Lisa's Radial Cafe is one of the city's most beloved restaurants. Owner/manager Jennifer talks about what it was like to grow up in the restaurant when her mom owned it, what the transition was like when she took over, how a sense of "found family" is interwoven into the restaurant, and more! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and receive 25%

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00:51:02

Zach Bridges—Burning Bridges Food Truck

Restaurant Hoppen ·

2022/09/15

With no restaurant experience but a burning desire to cook, Zach Bridges used some shifts on other food trucks to gain the skills needed to start his own. The result is a truck selling arguably the best fried chicken sandwich in the city. Hear more about his story, what makes this sandwich legendary, and more on this great episode! Also follow up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, AND at RestaurantHoppen.com! Sponsored by Certified Piedmontese. Visit their website, use Promo Code: HOPPEN, and

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