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The Restaurant Guys

The Restaurant Guys

The Restaurant Guys is one of the original food and wine podcasts, launched in 2005 by restaurateurs Mark Pascal and Francis Schott.With roots as a daily radio show, the podcast features in-depth conversations with chefs, bartenders, winemakers, authors, and hospitality professionals—offering the inside track on food, cocktails, wine, and restaurant culture.New episodes and vintage conversations because the best stories, like the best bottles, age well. Expect insightful, opinionated, and

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38:07

Bake Smarter, Not Harder | Gail Sokol

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2026/03/05

This is a Vintage episode from 2007. Why This Episode Matters Baking isn’t magic; it’s chemistry. Gail explains ingredient function so you can so you can bake with intention rather than habitLearn how to substitute intelligently (yogurt for buttermilk, butter vs lard, etc.) without sabotaging structure The episode is packed with practical fundamentals: tools, pantry essentials, pie crust fat choices, and why ice cream flavors must be stronger before freezing.The Banter Mark Pascal and Fr...

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38:48

Scones & Scaling: Growing The Hungry Gnome | Danielle...

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2026/03/03

Why This Episode Matters What happens after a reality cooking show and how to convert exposure into growthScaling a wholesale bakery: space, equipment and financingWhy wholesale can be a sustainable alternative to retail Every entrepreneur underestimates two things: money and time.The Banter Mark Pascal and Francis Schott open the show reflecting on why service still defines the dining experience. They also debate whether good wine tastes the same when enjoyed at the sink while doing dis...

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33:52

Cool Napa, Serious Wines | Susan Ridley, Hendry Wines

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2026/02/26

Vintage episode (2006) Why This Episode Matters The Guys dissect classic “wine gaffes” and the social survival tactics that follow.Susan Ridley explains why Hendry’s vineyard site matters: cool maritime influence, rocky soils and foothill elevation A look at vineyard thinking from a grower-driven perspective, where farming stress, decades of experience, and selectivity shape the wine.Wine dinners are the best “real-world” wine education: food changes everything.The Banter Mark Pascal and...

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52:48

The Best Meals Tell You Where You Are | Jeffrey Merrihue

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2026/02/24

Why This Episode Matters Why food that reflects place matters more than Michelin prestige.How Xtreme Foodies connects global travelers with local culinary experts.Why tasting-menu fine dining is starting to feel formulaic—and what’s replacing it.From Texas barbecue to Neapolitan pizza, a conversation about food, identity, and memory.The Banter Mark Pascal and Francis Schott open the show debating shepherd’s pie, Irish–Mexican culinary mashups, and a tequila origin story that sounds questionab...

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11:01

TEASER The Sex Life of Food: Romance, Ritual & What...

The Restaurant Guys ·

2026/02/19

This is a Vintage episode from 2006. This is just a teaser from a bonus episode for our subscribers. If you'd like to become a Restaurant Guys' Regular and listen to the entire episode and other commercial-free episodes, subscribe at https://restaurantguysregulars.buzzsprout.com Why This Episode Matters The episode examines how food, sexuality, and culture have always been intertwinedIt reframes restaurants not just as places to eat, but as stages where intimacy, power, and identity pla...

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32:11

After Closing: Eggs, Mass Spectrometers & House Rules...

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2026/02/17

Why You Should Listen What “closing time” really means — and why restaurants, and their staff, should honor what they promiseAn inside peak at Valentine’s Day operations, ticket flow, and why larger tables can ease pressure on the kitchenThe Guys react to mass spectrometry and a look at tequila additivesEgg price spikes, labeling myths, yolk color tricks, and a smart baking tip when extra-large eggs cost lessThe Banter Mark Pascal and Francis Schott kick things off with post–Valentine’s Day r...

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39:23

Save the Fish (So We Can Eat Them): Beth Lowell of...

The Restaurant Guys ·

2026/02/12

This is a Vintage episode from 2005. Why You Should Listen An early, still-relevant look at sustainable seafoodWhat “dirty fishing” and bycatch really meanPractical advice for diners and restaurateursA snapshot of the 2005 Endangered Species Act debate The Banter Mark Pascal and Francis Schott react to a “health study” revealing that water is still king. The Guys spiral into soda culture, marketing myths, and one of the strangest beverage ideas of the era: nicotine beer. The Conversation Bet...

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37:54

Eric Scheffer: Building Restaurants and Community in...

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2026/02/10

Why You Should Listen From television and advertising to building Asheville’s restaurant sceneHow fine dining, farm-to-table thinking, and wine culture shaped a food townThe 2008 crisis and a pivot to neighborhood Italian that lastedWhat Hurricane Helene revealed about restaurants as community lifelinesThe Banter Restaurateurs Mark Pascal and Francis Schott set the table with stories starting with Mark’s Uber Eats account taking a hit when his kids order Papa John’s. The banter detours into “...

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39:22

Neal Rosenthal on Globalization and the Future of Wine

The Restaurant Guys ·

2026/02/05

This is a Vintage episode from 2005. Why This Episode Matters How globalization began reshaping wine style, taste, and production in the early 2000sWhy market pressure and critical consensus can lead to homogenized winesThe tension between wines made for place versus wines made for approvalWhat is lost when tradition and restraint give way to international samenessA timeless argument for authenticity, terroir, and consumer responsibilityThe Banter Mark Pascal and Francis Schott open the show ...

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65:01

Bartenders Matter: Ryan Foley on Legacy, Craft, and...

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2026/02/03

Why This Episode Matters Bartenders are central to hospitality cultureIndustry legacy plays a critical role in preserving bar professionalism Non-alcoholic cocktails require intention, balance, and structureThe future of the bar depends on respecting craft while adapting to changeThe Banter Mark Pascal and Francis Schott open the show riffing on old-school hospitality, handwritten reservation books, and whether pencil-and-paper elegance can survive the modern restaurant world. The Conver...

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45:22

Gabrielle Hamilton: Blood, Bones & Butter and a Life...

The Restaurant Guys ·

2026/01/29

This is a Vintage episode from 2011. Episode Description Mark Pascal and Francis Schott open the show with reflections on family vacations and the waning of independent restaurants where distinctive dishes are still made in-house. They are joined by Gabrielle Hamilton, chef and longtime owner of Prune in New York City, for a candid conversation about her memoir Blood, Bones & Butter and the experiences that shaped her life in food. Gabrielle reflects on her upbringing, her restless teenag...

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69:57

Noah Rothbaum: The Whiskey Bible and the Real History...

The Restaurant Guys ·

2026/01/27

The Banter Mark Pascal and Francis Schott return to the restaurant floor with stories about hospitality as a lifelong condition—why you never stop working the room, why saying “goodnight” at lunch still feels natural, and how unusual guests and moments are part of the job. The Guys share a truly unsettling encounter with a guest who can’t eat meat and reflect on why restaurant life is a magnet for stories you can’t make up. The Conversation The Guys sit down with Noah Rothbaum, spirits writ...

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10:38

TEASER! Melissa Hamilton (Saveur) on Community Feasts...

The Restaurant Guys ·

2026/01/22

Episode Description This is a Vintage Selection from 2005. Chef, author, and Saveur editor Melissa Hamilton joins the Restaurant Guys to talk about community feasts, food culture, and the role shared meals play in bringing people together. The conversation centers on the joy of cooking for one another. The Banter Mark and Francis reflect on restaurant culture in the mid-2000s, touching on critics, clever reviews, and the era of the snooty maître d’—setting the stage for a broader disc...

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43:06

Traveling Well: Wine, History, and a Cautionary Tale

The Restaurant Guys ·

2026/01/20

Episode Description Mark Pascal and Francis Schott share stories from recent travels through Ireland and Austria on this travel food podcast, exploring wine, history, and memorable restaurant experiences along the way. From pub culture and historic cities to standout meals abroad, the episode ends with a cautionary tale from a marina restaurant in Florida—and what it reveals about hospitality. The Conversation Francis recounts his journey through Ireland and Austria, including visits with ...

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36:28

Mary Ann Esposito on Authentic Italian Cooking Before...

The Restaurant Guys ·

2026/01/15

This is a Vintage Selection from 2005 Episode Description Mary Ann Esposito, pioneering host of PBS’s Ciao Italia, the longest running cooking show, joins the Restaurant Guys to discuss authentic Italian cooking before it was trendy. The conversation explores traditional Italian cuisine, regional cooking, food television, and how Italian food in America drifted from its roots. The Banter The Restaurant Guys open with a candid—and humorous—discussion of dieting culture in America, demonized fo...

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60:44

Tim McKirdy on Kitchens, Cocktail Culture, and...

The Restaurant Guys ·

2026/01/13

From kitchens around the world to cocktail media, why it’s time to talk about cooking with booze The Conversation In this episode of The Restaurant Guys Podcast, hosts Mark Pascal and Francis Schott head to Brooklyn to record at the new studio of Tim McKirdy. Tim McKirdy shares his unconventional career path, from cooking in kitchens in London and Buenos Aires to becoming an influential writer in drinks journalism at VinePair, where he hosted the popular Cocktail College podcast. The convers...

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40:48

How Great Wine Programs Get Built — and How They...

The Restaurant Guys ·

2026/01/08

This is a Vintage Selection from 2005 Ever wonder how great restaurant wine lists actually come together — and why some completely miss the mark? The Guys tell stories of their “glamorous” lives being restaurateurs that (surprisingly) involves more plumbers than they ever expected. In this episode, The Restaurant Guys are joined by Chris Goodhart, wine buyer for Keith McNally’s restaurants in New York City, to talk about what really goes into building a wine program that serves both adv...

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56:28

Why Everyone’s Talking About California Whiskey (Jeff...

The Restaurant Guys ·

2026/01/06

California whiskey isn’t just a trend — it’s challenging bourbon’s throne. First, The Guys talk about recent dining experiences including being escorted into a bar, and too much salt. Then, The Restaurant Guys meet up in-person with Jeff Duckhorn, Head Distiller at Redwood Empire, to talk about why West Coast whiskey tastes different, ages differently, and is suddenly showing up on serious back bars. Jeff breaks down how climate impacts the barrel, why blending is a true craft, and what...

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39:38

Behind the Glass with Eric Asimov: The Rise of...

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2026/01/01

This is a Vintage Selection from 2007 The Banter The Guys discuss food psychology. When it comes to the containers used for fruit juice to M&Ms, size matters. The Conversation The Restaurant Guys talk with Eric Asimov, wine and spirits writer for the New York Times, about rye whiskey. He details its history, resurgence and highlights some of the excellent choices on the market at the time. You won’t believe the 2007 prices! They also bring awareness to counterfeit wines and how some place...

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37:42

Charlie Palmer on What It Really Takes to Build a...

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2025/12/30

This is a Vintage Selection from 2005 The Banter The Guys talk about the new concept (in 2005) of podcasting and answer some listener questions about sweet corn and sweet looks. The Conversation The Restaurant Guys are joined by Charlie Palmer shortly after he opened Dry Creek Kitchen in Healdsburg, CA. They talk risk, vision, sourcing relationships, and why Healdsburg was worth betting on long before it became a national dining hotspot. Charlie shares his take on how to keep soul in a ...

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