I’m not a foodie, I just eat a lot. Mike Miranti and Tom Miale talk about food culture from the point of view of a veteran of the hospitality industry and a food marketing / PR professional.
Episodes
Tuesday Dec 18, 2018
Tuesday Dec 18, 2018
It's the holidays, or at least it was when we recorded and published this episode. Let's throw a dinner party. On this week's episode, Mike and Tom talk about throwing a stress-free dinner party. They talk about setting your "mental mise en place" with music and atmosphere, batching out your cocktails, how to use a sous-vide setup to your advantage, what to make vs what to delegate, and how Tom wants to bring back the punch bowl.
Listen in to find out how Mike works in a conversation about Space Ghost Coast to Coast.
(and while you're at it, give us a follow- @tmiale, @mikemiranti, and of course, @notafoodiepics)
Mangia!
Tuesday Dec 04, 2018
Tuesday Dec 04, 2018
Wow! Mike and Tom were lucky enough to get a reservation at Misi, one of Esquire Magazine's 20 best restaurants of 2018. After an INSANE meal, they were inspired to FINALLY do a podcast on pasta. Tom talks about his home cooking hacks for pasta, and the best music to listen to while making a Sunday sauce. Mike reflects on his "life-changing" pasta experiences and what his absolute favorite noodle is.
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Mangia!
Thursday Nov 15, 2018
Thursday Nov 15, 2018
... AND WE'RE BACK!!!
After a brief hiatus, the Notafoodie podcast crew is back. Today we talk turkey; all things Thanksgiving, to be exact. Tom nerds out about the history of Thanksgiving, Mike gives wine advice, and Tom gives pro-tips on how to host a stress-free holiday. #SPATCHCOCK !!!
Thanks to Radio RAMPA in Greenpoint, Brooklyn for the use of their studios, and MOST OF ALL, thanks to all of you that continue to listen to our little podcast.
Friday Jul 13, 2018
Friday Jul 13, 2018
World Cup fever has infected the NaF podcast. In a controversial move, we decided to pit each nation in the World Cup against one another when it comes down to food. Obviously, there was some spirited discussion.
GOOOOOOOAAAAALLLLLLLLLLLL!!!!!!!!!
Thursday Jun 28, 2018
Thursday Jun 28, 2018
Hey listeners.
Tom here.
I LOVE this episode!
We talk to John Wang who is the founder of the Queens International Night Market. John is an ex-corporate lawyer who, after traveling around the world, woke up one morning and decided that he would make a night market happen in Queens. After 2 failed Kickstarters, and a lot of red-tape, he achieved his goal. What I LOVE about John and his story is that he had a vision- to bring an AFFORDABLE, authentic, and socially conscious market to NYC- and he stuck to that vision. He is dedicated (sometimes not sleeping for 28-30 hours on weekends), passionate, and driven.
If you love food, business, entrepreneurship, and passion, please give this one a listen.
Friday Jun 01, 2018
Friday Jun 01, 2018
On this episode of the #Notafoodie podcast, Tom finds out that Mike's most favorite thing to do in the world is to be the grill master at a cookout. The crew talks about grilling vs BBQ, the proper amount of fat to have in your burger, grilling salad, how anyone that puts ketchup on a hot dog is just WRONG, and the beginning of #YooHoo season (Memorial Day to Labor Day, BTW).
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Monday Apr 16, 2018
Monday Apr 16, 2018
We're back from a short hiatus with an all-new episode! Mike talks about his trip to Thailand and eating at Gaggan, Asia's number one rated restaurant, while Tom talks about his dining experience at Aska. They discuss how a tasting menu is like a great rock song, the best beer to drink while watching kickboxing, and how important service in a high-end restaurant is.
Monday Mar 05, 2018
Monday Mar 05, 2018
The Notafoodie crew heads to Williamsburg, Brooklyn to talk about the evolution of the "local bar". We talk to bar patrons, owners, and chefs to find out their thoughts on how a bar can establish itself as a neighborhood staple in an area that has changed and continues to change over the years.
We talk about:
Elite yelp reviewers
Sustainable food
Obsessions with Orange Wine
How the neighborhood has changed from a place where you would end up in a warehouse watching Moby to high ticket DJ Sets by Quest Love at a hip bowling alley
Washing dishes and chopping off fingers to pay your dues
Faking your way into the restaurant industry
The challenges of hiring low-wage level talent in a city where you can’t afford to live on a low-wage salary
Dedication and drive of a chef
Instagram (for good and bad)
The "everyone pitches in and gets dirty" attitude you need to survive in the restaurant world
Dealing with Online reviews
Coming up with awesome drink names
... and much more
We hope you have as much fun listening to this as we had making it. Go check out our new friends at Midnights!
149 N 6th St, Brooklyn, NY 11249
https://www.midnightsbk.com/
Monday Feb 05, 2018
Monday Feb 05, 2018
On today's episode, we welcome friend and Instagrammer extraordinaire, @jeaniuseats AKA Jean Lee! Jean is one of Zagat's Top 100 Food Instagrammers and is an all around great person. She talks about her love for Korean food, the wonders of "banchan" (al of those amazing little dishes that you get with Korean BBQ), and how Korean food and Italian food have so much in common. If you don't follow her already, please do so. (and while you're at it, give us a follow @tmiale, @mikemiranti, and of course, @notafoodiepics.
Again, special thanks to The Astorian for hosting this podcast recording. Listen for a special appearance by our favorite bartender, Paolo, who pops in to keep us drinking!
Wednesday Jan 31, 2018
Wednesday Jan 31, 2018
In this mini-episode, Tom and Mike talk about the best, most unhealthy foods to munch on while watching football. Mike goes on a rant about Boston sports, while Tom drools all over the microphone talking about potato skins. Go SPORTS!