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Savor The Ozarks

Around The Ozarks

Savor The Ozarks, hosted by Joy Robertson, is a weekly podcast about the culinary scene around the Ozarks and beyond. Joy will share stories, talk with restaurant owners, and give special insight into beloved, local restaurants. Join Joy on her passionate journey to Savor The Ozarks!

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54:43

Mundos Latin Kitchen & Bar

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2025/07/18

Joy Robertson sits down with high school sweethearts Victor and Sarah Briceno, owners of Mundo’s Latin Kitchen & Bar in Ozark, for a fun and flavorful conversation about food, family, and chasing your dreams. From growing up in the restaurant biz to opening their own spot featuring dishes from across Latin America (like mofongo, Lomo Saltado, patacón... yum!), this couple shares the heart and hustle behind their five-year journey. You’ll hear about how Sarah left radiology to

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37:25

Metro Eats

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2025/07/11

Get ready to eat your way around the world without ever leaving Springfield.🌍🌮🍜In this episode, Joy Robertson heads to Metro Eats, wherefood truck dreams,farmers market finds, andcommunity vibescollide. Founder Christina Shellhartshares how she turned 10 acres on West Sunshine into a bustling hub of global cuisine and live entertainment, complete with 15+ food trucks, an all-day bar, a farmers market, and future plans for a haunted forest (yes, really).From Taiwanese snow and African goat stew to

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44:14

The Hive of the Ozarks

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2025/06/27

Joy Robertson heads to Willard, Missouri to visit The Hive of the Ozarks, a cozy, cheerful café that’s so much more than a breakfast and lunch spot. Founded by former school counselor Melissa Skaggs, The Hive is a non-profit workforce training ground where individuals with differing abilities gain real-world job skills through paid internships, and where the food and mission are equally heartwarming. From scratch-made kolaches and coconut lime cookies to house-made hummus and artisan

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33:43

Show Me Chuy

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2025/06/20

Joy Robertson visits Show Me Chuy in Springfield, where Mexican and Italian flavors come together in one seriously delicious fusion. Meet Jesus “Chuy” Garcia, the chef and dreamer behind the menu, and his wife Judith Martinez Garcia, the powerhouse who runs the show behind the scenes while letting Chuy take full charge of the kitchen.Chuy shares his passion for changing how people think about Mexican food, introducing dishes like Mexican lasagna, Pollo Poblano, and a pork chop topped

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27:48

Foodservice Confidential: Secrets from the Walk-In...

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2025/06/13

Joy Robertson wraps up her whirlwind time at the National Restaurant Show in Chicagowith a hometown twist! In this episode of Savor the Ozarks, Joy catches up with food industry powerhouses from right here in the 417, because who says Springfield can't hang with the big dogs? First up, she sits down withMike and Casey Jalili, the dynamic duo behind Springfield staples like Flame, Char, and Black Sheep. They dish on what trends caught their eye and how restaurant tech is changing the game. Then Joy

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32:50

Melinda's Sauces & Avocados from Mexico

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2025/06/06

She’s baaaack!Joy Robertson returns to the National Restaurant Show in Chicagofor another flavor-packed episode of Savor the Ozarks, and this one brings the heat AND the hype! First up:Melinda’s Hot Sauce! Joy chats with Pinson Figueroa, the second-generation spice boss from a Belizean-American family turning up taste buds nationwide. From habanero classics to black truffle hot sauce and even their hot sauce on ice cream, Melinda’s is anything but ordinary. 🌶 Then Joy dives into

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27:44

Show-Me BBQ & Natural State Rabbit

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2025/05/30

Joy Robertson is once again on the ground at the National Restaurant Show in Chicago, bringing Savor the Ozarks listeners another serving of local flavor with a national twist! First up, she chats with Enrique Fuhlage ofShow-Me BBQ Sauceout of Rocheport, Missouri. They’re celebrating 50 yearsof sauce that’s so good, it’s basically a Midwest heirloom. No preservatives, no fillers, just flavor that’s stood the test of time. 🍖 Then, Joy hops over to theNatural State Rabbitbooth

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21:12

Rick Bayless & 2025 Food Trends

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2025/05/23

What do you get when you mix a legendary chef, a 10-year mole recipe, and a mezcal bar? An episode packed with flavor! Joy Robertson hits the floor at the 2025 National Restaurant Association Show and chats with the one and onlyRick Bayless—chef, author, TV star, and the man who brought real-deal Mexican food to Chicago. He shares how a teenage trip to Mexico turned into a lifelong obsession, why making mole is basically like hosting Thanksgiving, and how he’s helped over 250 Midwest

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50:23

OTC Culinary Arts & Hospitality

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2025/05/16

Ever wonder where you can get a perfectly grilled strip steak for $12 and watch the future stars of the culinary world in action? Welcome to Ozarks Technical Community College’s best-kept (and tastiest) secret, Scallions. This week on Savor the Ozarks, Joy Robertson chats with Lisa Gardner, Chef Daniel Pliska, and Chef Jeff Ward, the culinary dream team behind OTC’s Culinary Arts & Hospitality program. They’re not just teaching students how to cook, they’re turning them

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30:32

The Sub Shop

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2025/05/09

What if I told you one of Springfield’s busiest lunch spots runs on cash only, cranks out 200 sandwiches a day, and operates in a space smaller than most living rooms?Meet The Sub Shop, a local legend that’s been serving up fresh-made sandwiches since 1972. Owner Ethan Seehusenruns the tiny but mighty space with help from his wife and a small team, baking their own bread every morning at 4 AM and keeping things simple with a cash-only, Monday-through-Friday setup. The result? A lunch

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36:59

Mama G's Kitchen

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2025/05/02

Ever had a meal that tasted like it came straight from someone’s mama’s kitchen? 🥘That’s exactly what you’ll get at Mama G’s... and Gloria Hairston is the heart behind it all.She opened the restaurant to carry on her late mother’s dream, and in less than a year, it’s already become a downtown favorite. Think fried chicken, catfish, pork chops... and yes, peach cobblerwing sauce. 🍑🍗Gloria’s got stories, flavor, and soul for days. She’s a mom, a

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35:28

Ruthie's Off C-Street

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2025/04/25

What do you get when a fire-spinning, cocktail-slinging New Yorker brings his bold flavor to the Ozarks? You get Ruthie’s... and you get Joe Pepe. Joy Robertson sits down with Joe, the owner of Ruthie’s Off C-Street, to talk about his wild ride from bartending in the Hamptons to building one of Springfield’s most eclectic and welcoming bar scenes. From flaming rum flips and barrel-aged cocktails to sweet Thai chili pulled pork made in-house with his son, Joe’s not just

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46:42

Ocean Zen

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2025/04/18

In this sleek and savory episode of Savor the Ozarks, Joy Robertsonsits down with Johnson Tanof Ocean Zento talk about how a bold seafood fusion concept grew from a cozy 100-seat spot on Glenstone to one of Springfield’s most stunning 350-seat dining destinations. Johnson dishes on his journey from growing up in his family’s local restaurants to sharpening his skills at Le Cordon Bleu and working alongside top chefs at Roy’s and Nobu. From their famous Chilean Sea Bass in puff

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52:13

Gilardi's

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2025/04/11

In this flavorful episode of Savor the Ozarks, Joy Robertson chats with James Martin, the self-taught chef and owner of Gilardi's, a cozy Italian gem in Springfield with a serious passion for pasta and people.James went from studying Eastern religion and dreaming of being a hostage negotiator to buying Gilardi's in 2013... and when his kitchen staff quit early on, he turned to YouTube to learn how to cook (yep, really). Now, he’s serving up house-made pasta, 300 pounds of fresh basil from the

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50:08

Pizza House

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2025/04/04

In this episode ofSavor the Ozarks, Joy Robertsonsits down with Stacey Schneider, owner of Pizza House, a Springfield staple with a 65-year history. Starting as a 15-year-old employeein the late ‘80s, Stacy worked her way up to owner, keeping the iconic thin-crust, square-cut pizzasand the original 1958 phone numberalive!From its beginnings on Bennett and Glenstoneto its quick-moving relocation to Commercial Street, Pizza House has stayed true to its roots while serving three generations of

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68:16

Pickwick & Cherry

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2025/03/28

On this episode of Savor the Ozarks, Joy Robertsonsits down with Katie Kring, the powerhouse behind Pickwick and Cherryin Springfield. From musical theater to mastering the art of bread, Katie’s journey is anything but ordinary. 🎭🍞Kaite shares wild stories, like getting kicked out of the farmers market (twice!), feuding with buffalo ranchers, and turning a run-down buildinginto a thriving foodie hub. With date night dinners, kids' camps, and specialty tastings, she’s bringing flavor,

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43:38

MaMa Jean's Natural Market

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2025/03/21

On this episode ofSavor the Ozarks, Joy Robertsonchats with Diana and Susie, the dynamic duo behind MaMa Jean’s Natural Market, a Springfield favorite for all things fresh, organic, and delicious! 🌿🥑 It all started with Susie's MaMa Jean herself, who opened a tiny health food store in Ava, Missouri, in 1979 with just $200 and a passion for clean eating. Inspired by her mission, Susie and Diana launched MaMa Jean’s in 2002 on Jean’s birthday! 🎉 What began as a small shop has

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51:02

Ozark Mountain Popcorn

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2025/03/14

On this episode ofSavortheOzarks, Joy Robertsonchats with Nick and Carl Swanson,thebrothers behindOzark Mountain Popcornin Springfield! 🍿 What started as a small popcorn stand inthe1970s has grown into a local favorite, offering over 100 flavorsmade from Missouri-grown, non-GMO popcorn.TheSwansons share howtheir family took overthebusiness,their process for popping and flavoring thousands of pounds of popcorn, and howthey create custom mixes for everything from concerts to corporate events. Whether

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39:56

Cellar + Plate

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2025/03/07

Pour a glass and settle in for a great conversation! In this episode of Savor the Ozarks, Joy sits down with Sunshine Hubbard, the passionate owner of Cellar + Plate, a cozy wine bar and restaurant in Springfield. Sunshine shares her journey from teaching elementary school to running a scratch kitchen with the help of Chef Martin. They talk about the incredible wine selection, must-try dishes like the baked brie and curry pasta, and fun events, from wine pairing dinners to vinyl nights and the

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33:01

Whole Hog Café

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2025/02/28

Fire up the smoker and get ready for a mouthwatering episode! In this episode ofSavor the Ozarks, Joy Robertson sits down with Dave Warren, one of the men behind Whole Hog Café in Springfield. From pouring concrete to perfecting Memphis-style barbecue, Dave shares his journey into the restaurant world, the secrets behind their six signature sauces, and how a happy accident led to the creation of their famous burnt and cheesy corn. Plus, he teases future plans, including packaging that cheesy

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