Flavors of Northwest Arkansas

19:34

Winetopia – Sarah Fennel Buchanan and Alannah Massey

Flavors of Northwest Arkansas ·

2026/10/09

On this SPECIAL edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we talk about a dynamite event coming up. It’s called Winetopia and it’s happening in Fayetteville a week from today- Friday, October 16th. You’re about to hear all about it, and the cause that it benefits, and it’s a huge one. You’ll hear about some success stories that wouldn’t have happened if it weren’t for this event. You’ll also hear about the event itself, and what a great night it is, and it’s a blast. Tickets sell out

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52:35

Artisan Fine Wines- Laura Williamson

Flavors of Northwest Arkansas ·

2026/10/07

In this week’s edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we talk with local Master Sommelier Laura Williamson about her amazing story. She has the highest designation in the world in wine, and you won’t believe how rare it is to be a Master Somm, but before we talk to Laura?!?!FOOD NEWS!! Owner Russell Ingram tells us why Dot’s Hot Chicken in Fayetteville is closing. Bethel Brew has announced that they’ll be closing. We’ll tell you when. Gelatissimo Gelato came out on top at the World

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47:36

The Leroy Sporting Lounge- Ted Belden & Todd Martin

Flavors of Northwest Arkansas ·

2026/09/30

In this week’s edition of the flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we are at The Leroy in Fayetteville this week, talking with Owner Ted Belden and Operator Todd Martin, but before we sit with them?!?!FOOD NEWS!! We kick it off with some breaking news- and it’s sad news. Springdale’s Pleasant Counter is closing. We have the deets and you’ll hear from one of the owners. Isabella’s in Bentonville announced their closure on Monday, and they may have foreshadowed it on last week’s podcast. What’s up

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13:04

Apple Seed's "Evening at the Farm"- Carol Weaver,...

Flavors of Northwest Arkansas ·

2026/09/25

In this Special Edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we’re talking about Evening at the Farm at Apple Seeds Teaching Farm in Fayetteville. We talk with Apple Seeds Event Manager Carol Weaver, who walks us through what Apple Seeds is and what they do, and how Evening at the Farm has grown over the years. You’ll also hear from Chefs Case Dighero and Tyler Rogers about the night, the menu, and more. This is a night that always sells out, and this year will be no different because there

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42:59

Big Daddy's Burgers – Todd Golden

Flavors of Northwest Arkansas ·

2026/09/23

In this week’s edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we sit down to talk with Isabella’s, Big Daddy’s Burgers, TJ’s Sandwiches, Hugs Ice Cream, and Mermaid’s Catering Co-owner & Executive chef Todd Golden, but before we hear from him?!?!FOOD NEWS!! NWA has a new Guiness World Champion and he’s going for another on Friday, and you can be there to witness it! A new winner has been crowned from the Miracle League of NWA, and they’ll be heading to Indianapolis to compete in the

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48:08

La Media Luna – Julio & Adrian Leonardo

Flavors of Northwest Arkansas ·

2026/09/16

In this week’s edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we’re in Johnson at La Media Luna talking with owners Julio & Adrian Leonardo, but first?!?!FOOD NEWS!!! Another NWA restaurant made ANOTHER impressive list in the New York Times! We’ll tell you who, and you’ll hear from them! Hotel Vin in Rogers has officially opened. We’ll hear about their food and beverage availabilities. Kaylee’s Bakery had a HUGE grand opening in Highfill last Saturday. Kaylee will tell us about her

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48:28

1834 Tavern Lafayette – Stephanie Ouyoumjian

Flavors of Northwest Arkansas ·

2026/09/09

In this week’s Flavors of Northwest Arkansas Podcast, we’re in Fayetteville at 1834 Tavern Lafayette talking with Co-owner Stephanie Ouyoumjian, but before we hear from her?!?!FOOD NEWS!! Herman’s Ribhouse reopened last week. Owner Nick Wright will tell you about the turnout and his new partner- a Razorback legend. Nola’s Pantry is temporarily closed in downtown Rogers. We’ll tell you why. We have news on the soon-to-be Memo’s Taco’s in the old Angus Jack’s space in Springdale. Kai officially

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60:02

Pizza Cave on Main – Zach Reeves

Flavors of Northwest Arkansas ·

2026/09/02

In this week’s edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we’re in Cave Springs sitting with Zach Reeves and talking about Pizza Cave on Main, but before we get to that?!?!FOOD NEWS!! 5 GRAND OPENINGS THIS WEEK (AND MAYBE A 6TH?!?!) Blu in DTR is reopening. We’ll tell you when and how to get a table! Gusano’s is opening this week in the old King Burrito spot in Fayetteville at Joyce & College. Heavenly Acai in Rogers is opening this week as well! We’ll tell you when and about their

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51:49

Ozark Flame & Flavor- Stephen "Fiery Redd" Curgan

Flavors of Northwest Arkansas ·

2026/08/26

In this week’s edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we talk with Bella Vista resident, and three-time League of Fire World Champion in competitive pepper eating Stephen “Fiery Redd” Curgan. We’ll talk about what got him into competitive pepper eating and we’ll also talk about the first-ever Ozark Flame & Flavor Festival happening this Saturday, but first?!?!FOOD NEWS!! Orthodox Farmhouse Brewing sold. We’ll tell you what the plans are. Dodo Coffee is OFFICIALLY open in their

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62:11

Piehouse Bakery – Lisa Sohl & Anne Wood

Flavors of Northwest Arkansas ·

2026/08/19

In this week’s edition of the Flavors of Northwest podcast, we’re at the beloved Piehouse Bakery in Bentonville, talking with owner Lisa Sohl and Manager/Pastry Chef Annie Wood, but before we hear from them?!?!FOOD NEWS! If you don’t have plans yet for Friday, or even if you do, I’ve got something you need to get to. It’s the Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives Watch Party at the Botanical at City Pump in Downtown Rogers!! Both Blu Fish House and Toot Beirut will be on Friday night’s episode! I’ll kick it

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21:34

*Special Edition* Bentonville Restaurant Week –...

Flavors of Northwest Arkansas ·

2026/08/14

In this Special Edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we’re talking about the Bentonville Restaurant Week with Visit Bentonville’s Vice President of Marketing and Communications, Alison Nation. It happens next week (August 16-22), and we cover all the deals that participating Bentonville restaurants are offering.Go out, and enjoy... and as always, please tip your servers!

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75:16

Chick'n Headz – Byron & Natasha Kendle

Flavors of Northwest Arkansas ·

2026/08/12

In this week’s edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we’re in Bentonville at Chick’n Headz, talking with owners Byron & Natasha Kendle, but before we sit down with them?!?!FOOD NEWS!!! Here come the grand openings! Saltine’s Bakery & Kitchen announces when they’ll open! Flyway Brewing opened their Bentonville location on the Walmart campus. CEO/COO Rob Byford talks about their growth in the northwest part of the state. Aida’s is a Saturday night only spot in the 8th Street

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50:21

Bordinos- Molly Allison

Flavors of Northwest Arkansas ·

2026/08/05

WELCOME TO EPISODE 150 of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast!!! We’re spending it at the legendary Bordinos in Fayetteville talking with co-owner Molly Allison and they’re celebrating Bordinos 30th anniversary, but before we get into that?!?! FOOD NEWS!! We’re hosting a Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives watch party on Friday at 7! Both Mezzaluna and Saiwok will be in this episode! Come watch with us! Chef Mauk announces the grand opening date for Bienvenue on today’s podcast! Speaking of

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96:12

Turnbuckle Farm- Adam & Melissa Milsap

Flavors of Northwest Arkansas ·

2026/07/29

In this week’s edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas Podcast, we’re in Bentonville at Turnbuckle Farm with the dynamic duo of Melissa & Adam Milsap, who have a great story to tell, but before thy do?!?!FOOD NEWS! Gaskins Trattoria officially opens TODAY! We’ll hear from owners Lisa Provencio-Jones and Bert Jones. 4 Benton County restaurants will be on Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives next month! La Cabanita will soon open in downtown Springdale. We’ll hear from one of the

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55:42

Vagabond Coffee Bar – J.W. Gericke

Flavors of Northwest Arkansas ·

2026/07/22

In this week’s edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we’re at the Vagabond Coffee Bar in Bella Vista talking with co-owner/operator J.W. Gerike and his awesome story, but before we talk to him?!?FOOD NEWS!! We’re heading into the final weekend of Fayetteville Restaurant Week Art of Wine is this Friday and bigger than ever! The Muse is a new cocktail bar in downtown Fayetteville. If you’re a good salsa-maker, do I have a competition for you at Brewski’s! Longtime Herman’s Ribhouse

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14:50

***Special Edition*** Art of Wine- Whitlee Douthitt

Flavors of Northwest Arkansas ·

2026/07/20

In this Special Edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we’re at the Walton Arts Center with Events Manager Whitlee Douthitt talking Art of Wine! There are some new elements to this year’s event, which is happening THIS Friday from 7-9:30. We kick it off with the record number of vendors this year- you won’t BELIEVE the number! There are retail opportunities that include getting a flash tattoo, take a tintype photo and more. Plus, if you’re like me, you didn’t get close to seeing the

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23:08

***Special Edition*** Fayetteville Restaurant Week-...

Flavors of Northwest Arkansas ·

2026/07/15

In this Special Edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas, we sit with Experience Fayetteville's VP of Marketing & Communications, Brannon Pack. We talk all things Fayetteville Restaurant Week, including those offering prix fixe menu's, who's offering half-off, who's being creative and some of our favorite offerings (and more). To see who's participating, and what they're offering, go here: https://www.experiencefayetteville.com/restaurant-week

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73:31

Stoic Brews Alternative- Rebecca & Jay Davitt

Flavors of Northwest Arkansas ·

2026/07/15

In this week’s edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we’re in Bentonville talking to Rebecca & Jay Davitt, the owners of Stoic Brews Alternative, but before we hear from them?! FOOD NEWS!! We hear from Mallory Files, who sold Ozark Charcuterie & Wine Bar in Fayetteville and grand opened Ozark Charcuterie in Rogers in back-to-back days. Pearlsnap Picnic grand opened in the Jones Center. Vagabond Coffee grand opened at the Sugar Creek Shopping Center in Bella Vista. We’ll hear

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46:51

Kou'Sins Social Lounge- Kentedra "Keke" Kentrice

Flavors of Northwest Arkansas ·

2026/07/08

I usually forget to do this here but wanted to make sure to ask you to subscribe to the podcast and rate it. I know that some watch on YopuTube and some listen. Every subscription and like helps. We appreciate it very much. In this week’s edition, we talk to Kentedra Kentrice, also known as Keke. She owns and operates Kou’Sins Social Lounge in Bentonville, where we’ll talk all things hanging, food and bev, but first?? FOOD NEWS!! We have 3 grand openings this week! Ozark Charcuterie grand opens

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89:33

Nola's Pantry – Alicen Rumsey & Melanie Keller

Flavors of Northwest Arkansas ·

2026/07/01

Well hello there, and welcome to this week’s edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast. I’m John Engleman- thanks for being here! This week, we’re in downtown Rogers at Nola’s Pantry where we talk with owner Alicen Rumsey and her daughter Melanie Keller, but before we sit with them?!?! FOOD NEWS!! Theo’s has announced that they’re closing their Rogers location. The artist formerly known as Bistro 16 in Springdale has announced that they’ll be moving in. We hear about it from both

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