Pre-Shift with Kate and Brossa: Recent Episodes
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Hosted by Kate McLean and Brian Brossa, "Pre-Shift" is a culinary industry podcast that aims to entertain with one-of-a-kind stories, tips, and secrets collected over 35 years working in fine wine and dining around the world.
Lot's of scary things inside like the time someone was living in Brossa's attic, or Mitt Romney's wife's cookbook, or Top 6 things that scare us the most. Gnocchi day comes once a month - celebrate for a little good luck. Urban Harvest Sunday Supper - get your tickets soon for this Drive-in Chef Studded event, and much, much more.
Brossa Farm Report: It's nut season. Brossa series review: Norsemen on Netflix. What's up with: Mead. The Chicago Dog. Top 6 ways to screw up fried rice, and a few to make it delicious. Health Department recommendations for Halloween activities. RanchH20 a new canned cocktail on the scene -- try it now.
Brossa delivers a rundown on Oktoberfest. Those Bad Astros. Brian brings two teenage chickens for Kate to babysit for one week. The Hawaiian Sea Salt Conspiracy. Feeling Salty? It's okay, this is a safe zone, and do we have some Twang treats for YOU. East End Backyard Opens. Support Houston Chuckwagon! Go ahead! Drop a few dollars in the bucket. America's Test Kitchen for gifts.
Turbot bourbon, turbot bourbon, turbot bourbon. Brossa farm report. Still Austin's Straight Bourbon Whiskey. All about Turbot, get it this week at Ouzo Bay for National Seafood Month. Vino & Vinyl. Twangerzzz. Shop at Made With Melanin. Keep supporting Latin Restaurant Weeks. And still forgot to talk about Mitt Romney's cookbook, but there's always next week.
Must try soft serve opens in the Heights, visit Aqua S. Make perfect cookies this year, Taylor McLean shares tips taken from The Orderves Company--check them out. Latin Heritage Month in full force, we highlight HPD chief Art Acevedo for our Latin American of the Week, support Latin Restaurant Weeks during this time! Peanut Butter & Granola. Take it or Leave it: Hobbies for Ages 30-50. Support bars opening up like Julep and 8 Row Flint.
Support Latin Restaurant Weeks. Jorge Ramos. Neurons firing off in slaughtered animals. Cinnamon Toast. Lifeboat or Nope: Vegetarian Dishes. Upper Kirby Bistro... yes, please. Drew Talbert is a must follow on instagram. Bowl and Barrel hookin' up burgers for the kids.
We lost Tony. Vongole. Deli Counter tips of the trade. Make it yourself... not peanut butter. Top 6 things we love to eat raisins with. Bad Astros might have a chance. Gov. Abbott to the rescue. Sugar Room is back in action. Latin Restaurant Weeks.
The recycling conspiracy of two years ago. Houston Rockets rest your legs-- you've got this. A discussion on Mayo vs. Butter when toasting sandwiches: Cupcakes & French Fries. Lifeboat or Nope: Dream Jobs. And a burlesque evening not to be missed with food from Dominick Lee and Shannen Tune.
Why hello, didn't see ya there, I'm Sam Elliott and if yer looking for a listen about vittles and whiskey this here episode might not be the one. But that's okay, Kate and Brossa found time to touch on these topics instead: Two highly recommended western flicks as well as Brossa reviews the sci-fi western series and movie Firefly, and Serenity, respectively. Thoughts while waiting for a COVID-19 test to come back, Brenham, TX is in there too, Top 6 relaxing activities, fantasy sports cars, drive-in movie theaters -- and a Urban Harvest Farmer's Market cocktail happening.
Let's cancel Cancel Culture. Why you should put lemons in your home. Coffee and the Enlightenment. White Elm Bakery has opened -- yay. Kate and Brossa choose what they would order from Kiran's Houston Restaurant Weeks menu. Get organized with Neatly_Houston. And Peaches are back-- where better than to celebrate at Dandelion Cafe.
Katie Stone, daughter of Cleverley Stone, who is overseeing Houston Restaurant Weeks, called in to talk about the fundraiser and other fun things. Top 6 tips for young managers - in any profession. The rundown on cold, clean, delicious Water. How to craft a makeshift birthday candle on the fly. Riel Good Sandwiches. The more space program. Onion Salmonella-- oh no!
That's right and no guarantees there aren't a crop of milkman babies in nine months. Text Julep (TEA-371-7715) and Bovine & Barley (TEA-547-0912) for delivery cocktails today. Yelp takes a lovely trip to middle Canada. Kate and Brossa choose what they would order from the Tony's Houston Restaurant Weeks menu. And the tasty Indian frozen beach treat: Malai Kulfi.
The Grocery Insider with Brossa. The Priorat wine region of Spain and its little buddy Montsant. This new spy workout is hot off the press. Those bad Astros at it again. A visit to a Lake Tahoe Buffet via Yelp. Lifeboat or Nope: Social Media Platforms. With lots of happenings in the Inbox.
Episode 69 slipped by so fast we had to revisit the milestone. Five stars for cream puffs from a sweet Yelper. Let's talk about the beautiful scraping that is: fond. A rundown on baby pools, the pool rental app: Swimply, and saltwater vs. fresh water. Robots might be moving in to take our jobs -- top 6 things that "Flippy" the fry cook can't do. Danny Meyer ends his no-tip policy -- because of COVID-19, but let's be real, because it's no fun.
A case of "The Regular" on Yelp. Kate and Brossa's favorite bone broth soups to make on the fly in case you're sick. More good news -- the Caldera in Yellowstone has entered the "window." Top 6 things you wouldn't do for $500K. Adjusting the odds to win -- what does this mean when it comes to workplace music stations. Kate's in a Netflix documentary and also a documentary about her being in Cheer. Check out Island Grill and Jay's Deli and Bodega for tasty deals.
Brossa plays a fun prank on the staff involving fire. A healthy Yelp session examining an elite reviewers’ greatest hits sentences from his 1-star reviews. All about the Hemingway Daquiri, Luxardo cherries, and Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur. Top 6 things Brossa and Kate have smelt in their mask. Lifeboat or Nope making Team America 2020 starring actors and a few Houston locals. Go out and support Houston Black Restaurant Weeks. And an ice cream targeting night time eaters and pregnant women is now available at Central Market.
We can sell mixed alcohol drinks to-go now! And the importance of the phone voice when taking orders. Busser chronicles part 2. Brossa helps Kate take an at home COVID-19 test. The Prime Rib Sandwich at Avondale Food and Wine is not to be missed. From Yelp With Love: scanning through Florida French Restaurants. Top 6 American Ninja Warrior Restaurant Edition.
Brian has returned from vacation and there is lots to discuss: #10 Pens, A Yelp review, Aliens, Artichokes, Doing little things for yourself, a push-up challenge, investing money, top 6 video games, and much more.
A fast and easy pro-tip on how to get respect from your peers. Yelp Review: Portland Edition. Colatura de Alici: this umami treat is the fish sauce of Italy. Tips on beginning a pen pal relationship with the elderly or inmates. Top 6 things Kate wants to relay to Brossa while she covers for him on vacation -- like handling complaints. You ARE the father -- a Maury e-card is now available.
Y'all need to give Daddy's Burgers a visit. Need something to do? Join the dating app Farmer's Only. Pommes Anna. Top 6 drinks had at Brian's Birthday. Remembering Cleverley Stone. Pick up a sixer of Saint Arnold's new beer Gratuity -- it benefits Houston Shift Meal. What's an Incel. And Brossa brings sake to our wine list.
Another Yelp from Jersey. The Mukbang Challenge; and Lifeboat or Nope on whether to not Kate or Brossa would take a few of them. Top 6 Vitamins-- because it's easy to pop'em in the name of health. What's In My Inbox: Thank you Southern Smoke for working with Mental Health America of Greater Houston and U of H Department of Psychology to get F & B workers and their children free mental healthcare!! Check out these local podcasts! By The Glass with Chris Poldoian, Human Music with Carlos Brandon and Harrison Frutiger, and The Scurf Show with Nick Scurfield.
Time for frosty drinks y'all. Brossa recites another gem of a Yelp review from Jersey. Sagrantino Montefalco is an Italian wine for those who like it big and bold. Risks of keeping cognac at your bar -- it disappears. Top 6 underrated dinners. And Magnol reopens -- get your baked goods.
How to plan your very own Meatballs and Mafia night! A Yelp review from Jersey read by someone from Jersey. Tasmanian sparkling rose -- give it a try! Top 6 underrated breakfasts. How to make healthy water. Cristalino style tequila. Enter a new Garrison Bro's cocktail competition with ingredients found in your home!
Vegetables are super tasty when they get battered and fried-- here's a how to on tempura. Those Bad Astros at it again -- and an ancient civilization conspiracy theory with a cameo from the Dinos. Butterscotch has serious street cred -- and you can bust it out quickly. Mom's day happenings around town. And a gun-fu discussion on the John Wick trilogy.
The Monte Cristo sandwich is a tasty, not-to-be-missed snack. 007's Vesper martini will charm the pants right off you. Top 6 things that are satisfying at 25 percent. Lifeboat or Nope -- take it or leave it -- things we'll go back to doing. What's in my Inbox -- A 5-day Cinco de Mayo Celebration engineered by El Big Bad. A worldwide beer colab featuring Urban South- HTX. Second Servings and Hess's "Dinner's On Us" opens up to all Houstonians and is offered twice a week. And Local Foods patios and grocery items are there for you starting May 1. Happy Birthday, Dad.
The code -- ladies you know what I'm talking about. How to put out a kitchen fire and the top 6 things to wear to avoid them. Garlic will save us all. Same something nice to someone today. The restaurant industry needs legislative help -- sign letters. Lifeboat or Nope -- take it or leave it -- movie theater "treats."
Top 6 combos you can take advantage of right now! Curing and drying meats at home -- it's easy (don't sue us.) Bringing back the Sax. Brossa movie review three for one special (Val Kilmer's lips make a cameo.) What's in My inbox-- A letter to sign! Lifeboat or Nope -- take it or leave it -- safety precautions.
Kate and Brossa record this week sitting twelve feet away from each other-- because they're extra. Brossa reviews a romance novel by reading the first and last page. A brief, very in depth summary of pickling-- something that takes time and is fun to enjoy. Industry people making us smile. Top 6 Things You'll Take Away from all of this. And plenty of resources and ways you can help your friendly hospitality worker neighbor. Oh and astrological signs, and their wines courtesy of Vinepair.
How charities and donors are feeding workers and supporting independent restaurants in the process. How to potted meats. Are we binge watching yet? Yes. The question is what. Top 6 "Alone Thoughts." How to breakdown a whole chicken. And to see a virtual cooking demo of a roast chicken dinner check out the one and only Chef Dawn Burrell this Saturday night live, tickets can be purchased on illhavewhatsheshaving.org. Yay.
Humanity is really stepping up. Preferred weapon of choice. Those on the front lines--protect yourself. Cannelini Bean Soup. We are reading books-- and it's fun. Bad Astros at it again. Buy the Biscuits! The backup of the supply chain and how offering retail items might help. New house rules. And LOTS of resources for industry people and ways to donate.
Kate and Brossa are going to go hard in the paint to entertain you lovely listeners. Check out our YouTube Channel: Pre-Shift with Kate and Brossa for videos and more. If you’d like to submit your own video, our email is thepreshiftpodcast@gmail.com. Instagram handle: @preshiftpodcast. We love you, stay safe and stay positive!!
Korean Noodle House, Seoul Garden, Bon Ga, BBQ Garden, Tree Garden, Flower Piggy, BORI, all sound so good right now— hit ‘em up in Houston’s Korea Town. Recipe for Success VegOut challenge continues and Brossa proves he makes vegetables delicious. Guessing people’s names on credit cards. Top 6 things to pack if you’re thinking about going “camping.”
Please continue to frequent and enjoy all Asian cuisines in Chinatown, but also around the city. Whassup with the XFL. A fun twist on the Astro predicament. What's In My Inbox: an art show, a Sunday Funday party, Bologna tasting menu, teacher appreciation, and girl scout cookies get paired with beer. A rundown on Salmon... yes, Salmon, the hottest fish of the 20th century. Top 6 realizations when a host blooms into a server.
Continued celebration of Black History Month, this week we discuss: Frederick Douglass and Rihanna. Lot's going on in the Inbox: welcome to the scene; Local Group Brewing. Half-price bottles under $100 at Emmaline on Mondays: Whoa. Chef Ara Malekian made a sammy available at Mendocino Farms and we want it. Kate binge watched Amazon's Hunters and it made her sad. Lifeboat of Nope: Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Ya'll.
Let's talk about Harriet Tubman. National Margarita day all over town, Mardis Gras! Galveston wraps up with a big 'ole parade and do you think you could eat 30 different vegetables in 30 days for Recipe For Success? Who noticed HEB dropping some $$$ on the star of their new Super Bowl commercial. The Garrison Brothers Distillery 2020 Bourbon Brawl is in full swing-- go check out the 36 Houston bars participating. Plus the Top 6 medical question texts Kate has sent her cousin, Dr. Becca.
Ah, a debate on what makes a good kolache-- luckily Kolache Expert Chanterelle Carmignano was in the studio to discuss this important issue. Black History Month has 29 days in it this year! Valentime's day... is upon us, as is Crawdiddies season -- best found on Saturdays and Sundays at Avondale Food and Wine. Top 6 Proteins and Kate's opinion on cooking them sous vide... she is v. opinionated if you can't tell.
Just about everything you need to know about Groundhog Day. The progression of a wine lover. What is “Server Fatigue.” Ibiza final paella Sunday and final service 2/15. But! Satisfy from Clark Cooper is coming Spring 2020. Booze Can Sunday at Riel is back with guest chefs Erin Smith and Patrick Feges of Feges BBQ! The Houston Oaks Wine and Food Classic looks like a good time. And a breakdown of Galentine’s day, Valentine’s Day, and Single Awareness Day aka SAD.
Kobe died. Brossa disappointed the box of mini tacos for $3 at Jack in the Box didn't come in a Chinese white togo box-- and then he got sour cream on his hands. The why's and how's of the impending European wine tariff. We love lardo, but nobody can get it imported for us. Top 6 pros and cons of a six figure salary for managers at Taco Bell, IF it goes into effect. But! It IS Ice Cream for Breakfast day this Saturday at Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams-- so there is that.
Kate and Brossa discuss six delicacies— except a little more hardcore than just caviar—in Lifeboat or Nope. Industry eats at the Breakfast Klub. Inbox looking like the DR Delicacy Truffle Masters, two wine dinners coming up (Tony’s and Heights Grocer and Cane Rosso), Phat Eatery throwing down 8 course meals and lion dance performances for the Chinese New Year. National Soup month— be sure to stop by Brennan’s. And the Blood Bros. BBQ celebrates one year brick and mortar with a not-to-be-missed birthday party.
Brossa is back and gives a nice rundown on acid, tannin, and fruit when tasting wine. "Slip-resistant" shoes from Sketcher's are only 25% slip-resistant. Top 6 ways linens can sometimes be "mistreated." The inbox is full this week with lots going on in January: Comedy night at Kenny & Ziggy's, Citrus Fest at Central Market, Weights + Measures turns 5, Bobby Matos at Superica teaming up with Roegels, Truth, and Blood Bros. BBQ in the months to come, and TXOTX Basque festival is back!!! And more, oh, there is much more.
Chefs Kevin Naderi of Roost and Ryan Lachaine of Riel help Kate host this week while Brossa is in Italy. Top 6 OTHER job descriptors for being a chef. Sous vide to knives to charity work, even Sandra Bullock, and much, much more.
Top 6 reasons why we are unsubscribing from PETA notifications ASAP. Brossa Movie Review: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. What is Turkish Delight. Management Corner: making it happen with less employees than you were hoping would show up. Christmas activities you forgot to do. Drink more water instead of eat less carbs.
Give food this holiday season via the Houston Food Bank! Sticky's Chicken is officially brick and mortar, baby. Santa's Spiced Milk at Monkey's Tail-- yay. Free wine Friday at Revival Market and a very merry Christmas Eve at Camerata. Chef Ryan Lachaine phones in to discuss the Gerritt Cole trade as well as mysterious cucumbers. And then there was the edible mermaid vibrators that washed up on the California shoreline last week. Another Brossa Movie Review! (Planes, Trains and Automobiles.) Top 6 things that happened at the company Christmas party, and much, much more.
How to: Hot Buttered Rum-- the forgotten holiday cocktail. Eric Sandler's Top 6 Favorite Hanukkah Foods, (except, he was serving his civic duty as a juror so we read it for him.) Monthly Booze Can Sunday's at Riel are a must: a mixture of art, music, food, and cocktails. Honey Bastard Tuesday's and an incredible deal with Peroni this December at Cane Rosso. Star Wars the Rise of Skywalker is upon us-- enjoy at Alamo Drafthouse. And industry eats at the Hay Merchant.
Chefs Otto Sanchez and Matthieu Cabon stop by GOW studios to talk everything baked and delicious. From baguette, to flour, the crumb, the crust, Ducasse, Robuchon, Bocuse and more. And tune in at the end to see who takes what on Lifeboat or Nope pastry edition.
PETA at it again, this time with Kate Winslet and 007--their target? Hudson Valley Foie Gras. Tough break for Romaine lettuce once again. This week's Brossa movie review is of the Springsteen-themed flick Blinded By The Light. Top 6: responses for single women at Thanksgiving (you're welcome.) The Original Ninfa's Uptown and on Navigation is putting margaritas into the hands of the people this Black Friday for just $7. Next Wednesday, Lucille's offers a five-course-wine-pairing-meet-award-winning-author Toni Tipton-Martin for the launch of her new cookbook Jubilee: Recipes From Two Centuries of African American Cooking.
Beaujolais Nouveau is upon us and Camerata is celebrating with Beaujoworld. A sandwich not to be missed this November at Mendocino Farms. Free wine at Revival Market and a raclette patio party at Montrose Cheese & Wine. The 20% tipping standard. How to mashed potato and Top 6 prayers the pilgrims said at the first Thanksgiving.
Wine snobs— do they really exist? Brossa gives us a rundown on Thanksgiving drinking tips and varietal suggestions. There is a new drag brunch in town with La Grange heating things up this Sunday. And maybe afterward pop on over to the Gr8 Taco Challenge IV at 8th Wonder Brewery. Who doesn’t love a taco challenge?? Top 6 cold weather comfort foods and what would you with 30 minutes and a time machine.
This weeks Yelp review hails from the great state of New Jersey, at a barbecue joint. Wellness pieces of advice you give, but don’t heed. Pasta talk and testing out the ‘ole ‘if it sticks’ method. A massive vegan festival is coming to Sam Houston Racetrack this Saturday. And a tasting menu occasion not to miss with the Richards clan at Pico’s!
Thoughts on top 100 restaurant lists. The Depressed Cake Shop is a tasty must-see this weekend at Silver Street Studios. FM Kitchen & Bar and Heaven Hill do Halloween night right. Artisan ice cream shop Sweet Bribery adds a beer and wine list — yay. The steak night at Goodnight Charlie’s looks hard to beat. Brossa reviews a classic horror film. Oh. And by the way, it’s Texas Wine month.
Plenty of World Series offerings around town because that’s right— the Astros are in it to win it. Thursday champagne with my campaign at Camerata and Pappas Bros. Downtown. The Bernies Black Card and a mansion themed Halloween party at Brasserie 19. It’s National Bullying Prevention month— let’s talk about it. Another Brossa movie review, Lifeboat or Nope, Top 6, and more.
It's going down for real this weekend in HTX: The 4th annual Butcher's Ball at Rockin' Star Ranch benefiting Urban Harvest. Taste of the District in the River Oaks District benefiting Recipe for Success. Houston Cooks cookbook now on sale benefiting Second Servings. Lady M Confections delectable Mille Crepes are popping up this weekend only in a luxurious new truck outfitted with Baccarat chandeliers. It's Graveyard Fest at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. Brenner's On The Bayou Fall Wine Festival is where Prisoner, Caymus, and Moet will be hanging out. Brossa does a movie review of The Joker. Luxurious Sans Pareil cigars can be found at the new location of the Briar Shoppe, and more.
Bernie's Burger Bus Heights' location launches their After Dark cocktail and food menu available until 2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Take advantage of 3rd Bar at REEF's insane happy hour going on Monday-Friday 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. The $100 PB&J sandwich at BCK has some good-feeling' strings attached. Charles Schumann gets a proper roasting. Top 6 reasons why Autumn is Brossa's favorite and much, much, more.
Chef Bobby Matos of State of Grace, La Lucha, and Superica stops by to talk about the twins’ one-year birthday party this Sunday. Also a rundown on their fun soft-serve toppings, the late night menu at La Lucha and those to-die-for griddle cakes and cane butter. The gang discusses top 6 donut shops in town and get into a bit of an argument. Kroger is trying to up its game with driverless vehicle grocery delivery. A very special oyster showdown competition— and the Halloween industry related costume ideas continue...
The 2nd annual Well Week kicks off September 29. Benjy’s in Rice Village is switching things up. The Annie Cafe and Bar is now open. Do bartenders prefer cash or credit card? Who controls the channel changer at the restaurant? ‘Nduja vs. Gianduja and much, much more.
Tiki concept with chef curated menu, the Toasted Coconut is open. Happy birthday James Coney Island. Field & Tides is fall ready. Caviar @ cost Friday’s at A’Bouzy. Another lovely Brossa movie review of a classic: Alien. Top 6 delicious foods to eat when you’re poor and much, much more.
Fun times with Chef Ryan Lachaine owner of Riel, the #1 Restaurant on CultureMap's annual Top 100 Restaurants list. The gang discusses Top 6 caviar scenarios, chefs recreating other chefs foods, homage or knockoff? and play another game of Lifeboat or NOPE: this time, it's buzz words on menu's.
The Apartheid Dinner Series is heating up September to raise money for food deserts in Houston. Indigo is named to TIME's 2019 World's Greatest Places list. First Responders week at Berg Hospitality. Brossa tells us how to make that jerky, jerky. Lifeboat or NOPE: workout routines, and Top 6 tips for eating in the car while driving.
Chris Shepherd visits Pre-Shift to discuss Southern Smoke, One Fifth, his new cookbook Cook Like A Local, and remember that badass bone marrow from Catalan? Then we all played Lifeboat or Nope: spice edition... and he beat us (we didn’t even know you could win.)
Looks like hard seltzer is about to get a little harder. A Texas wine dinner at Camerata to take advantage of. Lifeboat or Nope: which egg preparations to save, and those to sink. And what’s up with “grower champagne.”
Brossa’s back from vacation and ready to talk top 6 Pinot Noir regions/ producers for National Pinot Noir Day this Friday. Lot’s of happenings in H-town, Goodnight Hospitality’s star-studded staff opens Montrose Cheese and Wine shop plus Blood Bro’s BBQ are popping up with Ryan Lachaine of Riel at Glitter Karaoke. And iPic filed for bankruptcy :( but Kate is still going to go after first drinking some Greek wine at Ouzo Bay beforehand.
Brossa reviews Eat, Pray, Love and it is as expected. The Bistro Burger at Verdine is super tasty, and it’s Vegan so take that cows. Grocery store predictions in the next ten years, and top 6 pro-tips for cigar smoking.
White Linen Nights going down this weekend in the Heights. Yelp review on the kitchen “bare handing” the food. The management corner on serving the guests you’ve dated, and the next 6 days and what they are national holidays for. Yee-haw.
More fun with Yelp, Indigo celebrates one year with a block party and Houston Restaurant Weeks is just around the corner. Tequila talk for National Tequila Day and here in town El Big Bad and the Pastry War are always a good place to celebrate. National minimum wage might be increasing and how that would relate to the restaurant industry. Brossa reviews Ratatouille, a new type of rosè to look out for and Top 6 ways to fit in in Miami.
A fire alarm while recording sends Kate to Miami. More fun with Yelp reviews and a discussion on OpenTable and Resy and how they work. Sea Urchin divers, pretty dangerous work and finally Top 6 things you should eat in New Orleans.
Ouzo Bay opens in the River Oaks District as Bastille Day events heat up this weekend. Chefs Soup: another Brossa movie review, a discussion on the Blue Bell Ice Cream licker, and re-hiring ex-employees. And finally, Top 6 wine regions and what movie genre they would be.
What's In My Inbox? Fourth of July, 50th Anniversary of the Lunar Landing, and it looks like Hooter's has been sold. Chef's Soup: a review of Wine Country, Uber Eats (the math behind it), Pests, a Top 6 and more. But before we begin; a Yelp review.
What's In My Inbox: it's Negroni week!!! and Ramen Tatsu-Ya's take on Hiyashi Chukka aka chilled, brothless ramen. The gang discusses the yes's and no's of 2019 food trends, the enigma that is Trader Joe's wine selection and Brossa does a lovely movie review of the industry classic: Waiting.
The gang analyzes a two-star Yelp review regarding an auto gratuity that was added. "What's In My Inbox?" Some hot restaurant and bar openings as well as drones delivering pizza for Dominoes that's what. "Chef's Soup" covers discounts at Whole Foods, Top 6 things not to leave in your car this summer and the rules of the Lost and Found.
This weeks "Chefs Soup" rundown features wine lists, ice cream, and live action Disney but not before the gang analyzes a Yelp review as well as tosses around some exciting press releases for the Houston restaurant and bar scene in "What's In My Inbox."
Circle up for "Grill Talk" on this weeks "What's the Dill." And "What's In The Bag"-- it's candy bars. Followed with "Top 6" reasons why softball looks harder to play than baseball.
Pre-Shift Podcast welcomes Heather Hirschmann of Pure Body on the show to discuss food allergies. A follow-up from last week, "Top 6" things that happen in the walk-In cooler. And "What's In The Bag" Kate forgot to bring something turns into a discussion on milk.
"What's the Dill" with foie gras, y'all? A rich discussion awaits. "Top 6" things that MIGHT happen in a kitchen office. "What's in the Bag," well this week, it's a few spice mixtures.
But for real, "What's The Dill" with everyone fasting these days? Followed by a "Management Corner" discussion on the importance of training new hires, and a two-fer on "What Kate Ate" at BCN Taste & Tradition AND Nobie's.
This week Pre-Shift discusses "What's the Dill" with the tasty syrah coming out of France's Northern Rhône region. "What's in The Bag" was animal product themed and might have both been purchased from gas stations. Followed by a friendly game of M, F, K sports stars.
A "What's The Dill" discussion on Japanese Beef and the "Top 6" sexiest movies. Ayyy. But only after "What's In The Bag" sweet tooth edition.
Double Dill this week as Pre-Shift discusses Malbec and Lamb. Following that, a quick discussion on the unspoken vibes that exist amongst guests and staff. As well as the quickest way to break a fever.
"What's In The Bag," this week it was beer from 8th Wonder Brewery and a few Belgians we picked up from Spec's Midtown. Which made us all super hungry to talk about "What's the Dill" with hot dog wieners and the like. And to finish it all off a "Top 6" discussion on must see musical acts before they die.
What's in the bag this week? Blood Bros. BBQ, that's what. And to wash it all down, the gang discusses rosé wine. "Top 6": a discussion on kids in restaurants, the good, the bad, and... spoiler alert: Brossa accidentally knocked a baby out of a car seat once.
Kate and Brossa hit up the Rice University Farmer's Market for "What's in the Bag." The trio dips into the "The Management Corner" to discuss applications and the interviewing process. And in the thick of Spring, we just had to discuss the "Top 6" reasons why we love it.
Kate and Brossa switch it up with “What’s in the Bag” by visiting each others favorite grocery store. “Top 6” debuts with a mouthwatering discussion on sandwiches. The “Butter Buns” from Flying Pho— an innovative new baked good coming out of Houston. And we also discussed male birth control.
In this episode, Kate and Brossa chose two tasty beverages from their favorite stores Central Market and Whole Foods. We discuss corks versus screw caps as well as ordering wine, what’s the deal with the taste test? And finally, a frosty, thirst-quenching treat everyone needs to seek out in some shape or form.
On another segment of “What’s in the bag,” Kate gets Brian back for feeding her baking soda last week. Farmer Brian informs us where chickens really come from... and the delicious burger special at The Burger Joint.
Pre-Shift with Kate and Brossa is a podcast that aims to provide insight into the world of wine, spirits and food on all levels. One-of-a-kind stories, hopefully some facts, and even a few secrets will be shared by two industry professionals with a collective 35 plus years experience in fine wine and food. Oh, and The Gold Standard, Alex Gold, is along for the ride too. Circle up, it's time for the debut of Pre-shift.