Episode 9

The Feed Podcast : Episode 9 Image
The Feed Podcast : Episode 9 Image

Episode 9

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On this episode of The Feed Podcast, Steve and Rick talk about Tasting Menus, and debate whether they’re truly worth it. Then it’s all about exploring Mexican food and drink at the annual Mod Mex Conference, talking with innovators from Chicago, New York and Mexico City. Rick challenges Chef Abe Conlon of Chicago’s Fat Rice to a come up with something simple using pears; Steve heads off to Peru for a taste of the unique distilled spirit, Pisco, then the guys get a lesson in pisco sours and chilcanos from the folks at Tanta. Wilco drummer Glenn Kotche stops by to recap a collaboration he did with Rick about music, sound, food and aroma. Our Final Bite of the day takes us to San Diego, where Fish Tacos reign supreme.