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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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All Episodes

65:43

EP 62 - The Beauty of Bagels

Food and Loathing ·

2022/08/05

Crunchy? Chewy? A pristine hole? Hand-rolled? And what about the water? They're all questions that have surrounded the quest for, and snobbery about, the perfect bagel. Few in Vegas know bagels better than Sonia El-Nawal. After working in top kitchens on the east coast and in Vegas, Sonia ran Rooster Boy in Summerlin - where she developed what she calls the Bodega Bagel. And that's the name of her new shop that's set to open this fall in Henderson. Al, Rich, and guest host Symantha Gemini Stevens

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64:01

EP 61 - Hawaiian Dining on the 9th Island

Food and Loathing ·

2022/07/29

It's the age-old question asked by anyone who's not familiar with Hawaiian cuisine - which in this case is both Al and Rich. Along with co-host Samantha Gemini Stevens, they get schooled by two Vegas chefs who are Hawaii natives: Chef Arnold Corpuz of Brezza and Lee Villalun, Executive Chef of Island Sushi & Grille in Henderson. Also: big news about Vegas' top Thai restaurant coming to Summerlin, French meets Spanish for two nights at Le Cirque, and the status of the Sinatra Smash at

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64:56

EP 60 - Closing Time Conflict

Food and Loathing ·

2022/07/22

The sign says the place closes at 10pm. But what does that really mean? Can you sit down at 9:59 and get a full meal? What happens when you show up at 9:30 and the door is locked? There are both sides to this story, and we give them a thorough examination. Al and Rich are joined by co-host Samantha Gemini Stevens, who writes for the websites On The Strip and Off the Strip. Also diving in: two chefs who have to deal with those conflicts: Gio Mauro, chef/owner of Monzu Italian Oven and bar, and chef

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72:55

EP 59 - Caviar Dreams

Food and Loathing ·

2022/07/15

It's all about the fish eggs, as Al and co-host Rick Moonen sit down with Nina Manchev, owner of Forte Tapas and The Caviar Collective. And all three have plenty of conversation pieces, as they enjoyed the new Sunday brunch at Caviar Bar at Resorts World. Also: lots of talk about Valencian Gold, as everyone went there last week (at different times). Half Bird is closer to opening, Brezza celebrates one year in business, and Al takes a deep dive into a new kind of bottle service: water bottle

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59:37

EP 58 - "Research" in France

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2022/07/08

Rick Moonen is back in the co-host chair, telling tales of his trip to Croatia. Al shares his first full dinner at Wakuda, and Rich is back from Portland and an excellent dinner with friends at the Rose City institution The Ringside. But the centerpiece is longtime friend of the podcast James Trees. He's back from France, where he relaxed, ate great food and came back with ideas for his new French place that will move into the Ada's Kitchen space when it moves half a block west to a bigger

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75:40

EP 57 - Happy Birthday to US (And Resorts World)!

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2022/06/30

It was one year ago that Resorts World opened. And on that opening night, we recorded the first episode of Food and Loathing. Al and Rich get an update on the RW food scene from Executive Chef Devin Hashimoto and Chef Joe Elevado, Executive Chef of Fuhu, Red Tail and Zouk Nightclub. Also: Al and Rich share their excellent experience at the opening of Wakuda, the classing Japanese restaurant now open at the Palazzo. And we dive into a new charity gourmet experience coming this summer to the site of

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68:44

EP 56 - Grazing at Palms

Food and Loathing ·

2022/06/24

We're back at Palms for an audio tour of some of the property's restaurants. Some are old, like the AYCE Buffet. Some are re-imagined, like Serrano Vista Cafe. And some are new - or might as well be, as they had barely opened before the Covid shutdown two years ago. Al and Rich also talk to Jon and Jenelle Batista, the co-owners of Artisanal Foods. They're closing their retail store, but will still sell great, unusual and exotic stuff online at www.artisanalfoods.com. Also: Martin Yan cooks with

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74:38

EP 55 - Meet The New Boss, Eater's Janna Karel

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2022/06/17

We're poolside and lakeside for this episode, co-hosted by Palms Executive Chef Marcus O'Brien. He joins Al and Rich from a cabana at the Palms poll (don't call it KAOS!!).In the centerpiece interview, Al sips wine by the lake at Marche Baccus with Janna Karel, the new editor of Eater Vegas. Also on the show: visits to Sickie's Garage, Nellie's Southern Kitchen, and China Poblano. In the news: big upgrades coming to Plaza downtown, Nicole Brisson heads to the 'burbs, and it's Power Lunch Time at

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56:11

EP 54 - Restaurant Week in Vegas

Food and Loathing ·

2022/06/10

The restaurant industry's annual give-back to the community is well underway. Restaurant Week benefits the region's premier food bank, Three Square. Nearly 200 restaurants are offering lunch and dinner prix fix menus, and donate a portion of each check to Three Square. Restaurant Week actually runs nearly two weeks, through June 17th. But several restaurants extend their specials (and donations) for many days after. Three Square's Will Edwards joins Al to share the details. Learn more about your ad

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57:05

EP 53 - Bottlerocking in Napa

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2022/06/03

Al and Rich report back from their weekend in Napa, California to attend Bottlerock, the huge music, food and wine festival. And Rick Moonen tags along, as well. He's a principle in a progressive food, wine and charity venue called Feast it Forward. Among the many people appearing on this episode: Feast it Forward owner Katie Shaffer, Chefs Marcus Samuelsson, Aaron Sanchez, Roy Choi, Stephen Hopcraft, Adam Sobel and the Voltaggio brothers. And back in Vegas, there is news about Pride Month

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66:31

EP 52 - Strip Club Chefs

Food and Loathing ·

2022/05/27

Al and Rick Moonen grab some sun and, well, scenery in an episode recorded poolside at Sapphire Gentlemen's Club. But food is still the subject, as they're joined by three chefs who did time in the kitchens at strip clubs in Las Vegas and New York many years ago. They are Gary Fx LaMorte, Bob Cranston, Steven Geddes, and Rick, himself! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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66:15

EP 51 - The Maitre 'd is Back!

Food and Loathing ·

2022/05/20

Before celebrity chefs became the faces and the names of restaurants, the man (almost always a man) who ran the front of the house was often the one associated with a high-end place. That concept is making a bit of a comeback, and Al talks to three veteran 'front men' this week: John Anthony of Sparrow & Wolf, Ivo Angelo of Haro (but long associated with Le Cirque), and David Oseas of Rosa Ristorante. Also: quality time with Bill Rancic of the just-opened RPM Italian at Forum Shops. Bruce Kalman

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69:38

EP 50 - Live Music & Pizza

Food and Loathing ·

2022/05/13

It may not be as elegant as Delilah or Mayfair Supper Club, but a couple of joints proudly serve up great pizza and great music. Al and Rich talk to the owners of two lively spots, starting with Nathan Gates and Anthony Jamison, co-owners of the Sand Dollar Lounge. While its original Spring Mountain Road location is going strong, the pair has opened a second Sand Dollar inside The Plaza Hotel in downtown Las Vegas. Also: Naomi and Giovani Mauro, who operate Monzu Italian Oven and Bar on West

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64:09

EP 49 - Brunch Time

Food and Loathing ·

2022/05/06

It's all about the brunch this week. The combination of breakfast and lunch has mushroomed, so to speak, in recent years in Las Vegas. And two longtime downtown restauranteurs discuss how they do it. Michael Morton, owner of La Comida, recently started weekend brunches at the Mexican joint just off Fremont St. Liam Dwyer, owner of 7th & Carson, offers brunch every day. Also: this week's co-host, author Kim Foster, shares her non-love for Mother's Day. Al has the latest on The Great Coffee Shop

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65:24

EP 48 - Gaming Bars

Food and Loathing ·

2022/04/29

What's the deal with that uniquely Nevada form of tavern/restaurant/mini-casino, the gaming bar? Al and Rich get the intel from the people behind the bars and in the kitchens. First up to talk food: Executive Chef Jeff McCarthy and Summerlin Kitchen Manager Josh Fietek of Distil - A Local Bar. Also joining in, Brian Slipock, owner of Jackson's Bar & Grill on West Flamingo. Then it's all about the bar with Distil Summerlin GM Kim Palmer and Jackson's bartender Lisa Collins. Before and after, co-host

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64:32

EP 47 - Michael Symon

Food and Loathing ·

2022/04/22

Celebrity chef Michael Symon is coming back to Vegas, as his Mabel's BBQ will return to the Palms Casino Resort. Symon shares what the renewed Mabel's will look like, as well as the future of Sarah's the speakeasy behind the main restaurant. Rick Moonen is back in the co-host chair (actually a couch on his patio) to recount cooking for the VIP suites at the BTS concerts. Al plays his conversation with Jean-Georges Vongerichten - including how a cutting-edge French chef decided to open a steakhouse

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52:26

EP 46 - Vegas Fest!

Food and Loathing ·

2022/04/15

It's once again all about the beer. Well, mostly about the beer as Al and Rich get a preview of The Great Vegas Festival. Formerly known as the Festival of Beer, this year's edition will include spirits and tacos. Organizer Brian Chapin has the lowdown, along with our resident beer guy Bob Barnes. Also: news about the latest finalist for The Great Las Vegas Coffee Shop Giveaway, an update on Marina Alvarado's progress on "Big Restaurant Bet," and word of two notable openings in the past week. Learn

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58:52

EP 45 - Has Food TV Jumped the Shark?

Food and Loathing ·

2022/04/08

Al, Rick and Rich welcome a ton of guests for short conversations on all kinds of subjects. Sami Ledeki talks about converting another of his pizza joints into a 'Gastrobrunch' restaurant. Luis DeSantos shares his vision for The Great Las Vegas Coffee Shop Giveaway. New mom Marina Alvarado is a contestant on a new competition show on Food TV. And, while her show is a serious cooking show, a couple of other new shows are, well, not so serious. The guys talk about the fine line between 'fun' and

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71:03

EP 44 - Rob Kachelriess

Food and Loathing ·

2022/04/01

Lost Spirits, caviar, Other People's Pinot and menu add-ons are among the subjects in an action-packed show. Thrillist Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess joins Al, Rich and Rick Moonen for the entire episode. Also: a UNLVino update and news of a "cannabis friendly" hotel coming this fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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66:30

EP 43 - Pizza Leftovers (Again)

Food and Loathing ·

2022/03/25

We're back for another bonus episode, again centered on pizza. But not completely. James Trees joins us with all the details of the upcoming expansion and move of Esther's Kitchen - and what will occupy the current Esther's space. Pizza Rock owner Tony Gemignani has much more to say about the first full-participation Pizza Expo in about two years. Metro Pizza's Chris Decker is very, very happy to see all his old pizza friends. And the Pittsburgh pizza scene is explained by Mercurio's Pizza owner

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