This Bites
302 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★ - 14 ratingsEach week on This Bites, dining critic Ann Christenson from Milwaukee Magazine and Radio Milwaukee’s resident foodie Tarik Moody dig into the city’s culinary and restaurant culture to help you find new spots, old favorites and the best ingestibles around Milwaukee.
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Episodes
Takeout options for Valentine's Day
February 12, 2021 07:41 - 21 minutes - 29.7 MBLove is in the air, but Tarik is not having it! On this episode Ann is giving us takeout options for couples on Valentine's Day not ready to dining indoors, plus openings, closing and more.
Keeping warm in Milwaukee with tasty winter bites, pho and takoyaki waffles
February 05, 2021 08:30 - 34 minutes - 47.7 MBTarik talks about his journey to becoming a CSP, Ramen, a new adult beverage pop-up and more on this episode of This Bites.
Bronze Box, Downtown Dining, MKE Black food truck event and more.
January 29, 2021 08:25 - 17 minutes - 24.3 MBThis Bites brings you events and gift ideas for Black History month, Iron Grate BBQ takes a crack at soup for the Winter months, and more.
Hot Dish Pantry, trends, Egg & Flour 3 and more
January 22, 2021 16:17 - 27 minutes - 37.2 MBAnn and Tarik intro a new hot dish pop-up, Adam Pawlawk of Hell's Kitchen is set to open up a third Egg & Flour location and more on this episode of This Bites.
Meatless Meals, Diverse Dining and more
January 15, 2021 13:49 - 17 minutes - 23.8 MBThe team discusses the latest from Milwaukee Magazine's guide to " Best Vegetarian Food," a soup delivery startup, Diverse Dining, and more for this episode of This Bites.
We're back and still cooking!
January 08, 2021 14:06 - 22 minutes - 30.5 MBAnn and Tarik did some things fun culinary things over the break, Purple door announces their new take-home ice cream kits, and Merriment Social offers a Northwoods style brunch in neat little Supper Shack.
Tarik gets creative for the holiday season
December 18, 2020 08:10 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MBAnn shares some of Milwaukee Magazine's gift options for the holiday season and Tarik gets creative with his dishes for the season, all on this episode of "This Bites."
Food adventures and Milwaukee Magazine's Holiday Handbook
December 11, 2020 07:38 - 22 minutes - 30.9 MBTarik and Ann whipped up something special for this episode of This Bites. Last week Tarik had an awesome bagel creation, now he explores noodle making and Sake brewing, plus Ann gives us a glimpse of Milwaukee's Magazine's Holiday Handbook 2020.
Tarik takes a crack at bagel making
December 04, 2020 15:30 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MBAnn and Tarik converse about how they are passing the time in the kitchen during this pandemic.
Cool collaborations and Thanksgiving pies
November 20, 2020 14:54 - 25 minutes - 34.6 MBIf you are looking for a cool restaurant collaboration or options for dining 2020 dining, Ann and Tarik have you covered on This Bites.
Thanksgiving special!
November 13, 2020 08:35 - 17 minutes - 23.8 MBEasy to do recipes for Thanksgiving from Ann, a new Soul food restaurant on the Eastside, charcuterie at Mina, all on this weeks' episode of This Bites.
Stuffing or Dressing?
November 06, 2020 05:56 - 20 minutes - 27.9 MBOn This Bites, Ann and Tarik discuss what the Winter Farmers Markets could look like this year, A new CBD restaurant, a Phô-BBQ popup collaboration and more.
Dumplings, a vegan Thanksgiving and more..
October 30, 2020 05:25 - 16 minutes - 22.2 MBNever have I ever heard Tarik so happy about a food item than in this episode of This Bites! PeTmkzyjXY9jq2A2lixO
Green Bay Packers, pig roast and more..
October 23, 2020 07:40 - 25 minutes - 35.1 MBOn this episode of This Bites, Tarik and Ann have few culinary options so you can diversify your taste buds this weekend.
MKE Film Festival inspired menu, Tamales, and Puddin'
October 16, 2020 13:38 - 18 minutes - 25.7 MBTarik and Ann talk about a MKE Film Festival inspired menu from the folks over at Sanford, spots to check out for a delicious tamale or two, and new pudding spot.
Best Burgers in Milwaukee!
October 09, 2020 13:35 - 18 minutes - 24.9 MBAnn talks about the Best Burger showdown on Milwaukee Magazine and Tarik gives us a couple food films to watch during this year's MKE Film Festival.
Diverse Dining and new food trucks in Milwaukee
October 02, 2020 07:10 - 23 minutes - 32.9 MBAnn talks about her interview with Emerald Mills of Diverse Dining for Milwaukee Magazine, Tarik brings us some good news on a spot opening back up in Riverwest, Teens Grow Greens, new food trucks and more on this episode of This Bites. http://radiomilwaukee.org/thisbites
Bake The Vote!
September 25, 2020 07:00 - 13 minutes - 19 MBTarik and Ann bring us news about a global bake sale coming to Milwaukee that helps see that voting if fair in 2020, Amelinda opens it's doors again and Goodkind is back on this episode of This Bites.
Chuy's Red Tacos
September 18, 2020 14:14 - 33 minutes - 45.7 MBThe anticipation of Chuy's Red Tacos, Pumpkin Spice Cream Puffs, Esterev at DanDan is back and more on This Bites.
Farm to Doorstep
September 11, 2020 07:00 - 13 minutes - 19 MBFarmers sell online, Sap Sap join forces with Iron Grate BBQ, a new Palestinian bakery and more on This Bites.
Discussing the Milwaukee Magazine Awards
September 04, 2020 13:18 - 19 minutes - 26.1 MBAnn and Tarik go over some of the categories in this year's Milwaukee Magazine awards. They also show love to a new Cidery coming to Bayview and a cool bar specializing in cookies.
James Beard Awards Canceled
August 28, 2020 13:32 - 17 minutes - 24.5 MBAnn and Tarik talk pop-up, food kits and why the James Beard Awards are canceled this and next year. https://www.jamesbeard.org/blog/why-were-not-announcing-the-remaining-2020-award-winners
Interview with Jason Alston of Heaven's Table
August 21, 2020 13:22 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBAnn and Tarik interview Jason Alston of Heaven's Table. They talk about Ann's new piece on Milwaukee Magazine, highlight a fun Pizza popup, Riverwest gets a new Thai and Laotian spot and more.
Heaven's Table
August 21, 2020 13:22 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBAnn and Tarik interview Jason Alston of Heaven's Table. They talk about Ann's new piece on Milwaukee Magazine, highlight a fun Pizza popup, Riverwest gets a new Thai and Laotian spot and more.
This startup creates customized cookbooks tailored for your health and dietary needs
August 14, 2020 13:14 - 39 minutes - 54.1 MBTarik and Ann speak with the founder, Shaun Chavis about her awesome startup called LVNG Book. "LVNGbook’s customized cookbooks and behavioral tools help you build the healthy lifestyle you want to prevent or manage chronic disease." https://www.lvngbook.com
"Veganize" your dining experience with 'Twisted Plants'
August 07, 2020 07:20 - 22 minutes - 31.3 MBAnn and Tarik talk to the owners of the popular vegan restaurant, Twisted Plants. They discuss their humble beginnings, some popular dishes and why it was important to turn vegan food in to fun fast food. Tarik also highlights some great news for other restaurants in our city. Twisted Plants - https://www.facebook.com/twistedplantsmke Big Daddy's - https://www.facebook.com/Big-Daddys-BBQ-and-Soul-Food-302409079784979/
How one Wisconsin chef is helping Black farmers and preserving Black foodways
July 31, 2020 07:00 - 37 minutes - 51.2 MBTarik and Ann speak to Chef and Urban Planner Adrian Lipscombe about what brought her to Wisconsin, Black Foodways, her 40 Acres and A Mule project, and more on this episode of This Bites. https://www.instagram.com/adie_eats/
Ice Cream, Root Beer Floats, Veggies and more.
July 24, 2020 13:35 - 23 minutes - 32.1 MBTarik and Ann makes our mouths water with all this talk about ice cream! Wisconsin famous, Sprecher Brewing goes for a Root Beer float record, At Random comes outside, and Amelinda hosts a veggie pop-up and more.
Vegan pork rinds reviewed
July 17, 2020 07:00 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MBThis week we give you a live review of vegan pork rinds, a restaurant closing report, face masks that have a built in straw for drinking and restaurant openings.
State Fair goes curbside!
July 10, 2020 15:53 - 17 minutes - 23.7 MBAnn and Tarik discuss State Fair's attempt at curbside, closings, Zocalo and more.
Fourth of July Weekend: Charcoal vs Gas
July 03, 2020 07:40 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MBAnn and Tarik talk gas or charcoal for grilling on this Fourth of July weekend. They also help out in where to potentially get your grilling items, Bartolotta's well thought out plan to re-open, and the us of masks on this episode of This Bites.
Dine-in to start in Milwaukee
June 26, 2020 13:14 - 25 minutes - 35.5 MBAnn and Tarik talk about the phases for restaurants to open for dine-in, where to pickup those wonderful State Fair Cream Puffs, fresh peaches and more.
Juneteenth, Father's Day, Outdoor seating and more
June 19, 2020 07:00 - 23 minutes - 32.2 MBTarik and Ann give us dining options for father's day this weekend, Crazy Water closes to make way for a new idea in their space, outdoor dining options and more on this episode of This Bites.
Time to dine in?
June 12, 2020 07:10 - 22 minutes - 30.9 MBAnn and Tarik discuss the Mayor's decision to allow restaurants to open, a new Laotian spot in the Crossroad Collective, Black restaurants you can support and more.
Food brings us together
June 05, 2020 07:25 - 19 minutes - 26.8 MBThis week, Tarik and Ann step away from the typical format of This Bites. They chat about how a few Milwaukee restaurants are dealing with business in the wake of the death of George Floyd and more.
Hope for Milwaukee Restaurants
May 29, 2020 13:27 - 34 minutes - 47 MBWill the modern day restaurant look the same? Ann and Tarik discuss this topic and sprinkle in some good news and some bad news from the culinary world here in Milwaukee.
Memorial Day Weekend, Ice Cream, Jam and more!
May 22, 2020 14:49 - 22 minutes - 30.5 MBAnn and Tarik talk pop-up, Memorial Day weekend options, Ice Cream and more.
3 Foods that made Milwaukee famous, Pizza & Chinese spots open curbside
May 15, 2020 07:20 - 27 minutes - 37.2 MBTarik and Ann talk cookbooks, 3 foods that made Milwaukee famous, Chinese food spots open in Milwaukee and more.
Mother's Day and a Virtual Beer Festival
May 08, 2020 13:37 - 30 minutes - 42 MBTarik and Ann gives us curbside options for Mother's Day, hip us to a virtual beer festival and good eats to try at home.
The Tandem gets some great news
May 01, 2020 07:00 - 31 minutes - 43.5 MBAnn talks to Tarik about The Tandem's amazing collaboration with José Andrés' World Central Kitchen, Ramen to-go and what cookbooks are helping them come up with some cool dishes at home.
Ann is back and she's making Oreos from scratch!
April 24, 2020 07:50 - 21 minutes - 29.3 MBTarik and Ann are back in the saddle together with some fun recipes, local culinary news and a couple ways to support businesses and ideas to make your quarantining a little better.
Tarik watches Cookie Monster make a smoothie!
April 17, 2020 07:00 - 6 minutes - 15.1 MBAnn takes a much needed break from recording a full show, so Tarik holds it down for this brief but information packed episode of This Bites.
Can you believe it's Easter weekend?
April 10, 2020 07:00 - 26 minutes - 36.9 MBAnn and Tarik whip up some goodness, discuss Easter weekend options, coffee roaster's donate and more on this episode of This Bites. https://MilwaukeeMag.com
Recipe Books, Friday fish fry, Tarik cooks something and more
April 03, 2020 07:00 - 26 minutes - 36.5 MBAnn and Tarik talk about baking, Friday fish fry and what recipe books are their favorite. You can also chime in and tell them what cookbook you are using or recipes that you are coming up with during these time of quarantine by emailing them at [email protected]
Ann makes pizza, Tarik makes slow roasted pork belly and more
March 27, 2020 07:05 - 25 minutes - 35.2 MBAnn and Tarik are keeping us informed on the culinary happenings in our city in spite of being locked down at home due to the corona virus.
Resilient restauranteurs offer curbside service, amazing gestures and more.
March 20, 2020 07:00 - 19 minutes - 27.3 MBTarik and Ann find a way to bring you positive news about what is going on in the culinary world from the comfort of their homes.
Pi Day, Egg & Flour, a cheese competition and more
March 13, 2020 07:00 - 28 minutes - 38.6 MBAnn and Tarik discuss events going on around Pi Day this weekend, plus other fun food things going on in Milwaukee.
The Mushroom Lady, Triciclo Peru, The 18th Annual Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser and more.
March 06, 2020 08:00 - 36 minutes - 50.5 MBTarik and Ann chop it up about the Mushroom Lady who is featured on the latest issue of Milwaukee Mag, areview of the new Triciclo Peru, WMSE's 18th Annual Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser announced and more. Triciclo Peru - https://www.tricicloperumke.com The Muschroom Lady llc. - https://www.facebook.com/MushroomLADYLLC WMSE's 18th Annual Rockabilly Chili fundraiser - https://www.wmse.org/event/wmses-18th-annual-rockabilly-chili/
Wisconsin's James Beard Award Nominees, Milwaukee Magazine feature and more
February 28, 2020 14:22 - 18 minutes - 25.6 MBTarik and Ann talk about some of the Wisconsin representatives nominated for the upcoming James Beard Award in Chicago, a new dining feature in Milwaukee Magazine and more. https://www.jamesbeard.org/blog/the-2020-james-beard-award-semifinalists
Hmong Pop-up, Sake seminar, West Indian and more
February 21, 2020 08:10 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBPrepare to be hungry after listening to this episode of This Bites. Braise is set to host a Hmong cuisine pop-up in their space, Rumpus Room will host a Sake seminar, a West Indian spot comes to Walker's Point and more.