This Bites

March 1st - Chef of the Year, Wisconsin connections at this year's James Beard Awards, and a Snack Boys Hotel Madrid cookout collab!

On this episode of "This Bites," Milwaukee Magazine's esteemed dining critic Ann Christenson and the effervescent Tarik Moody discuss Milwaukee Magazine's Chef of the Year, the Wisconsin connection at this year's James Beard Awards and a cookout collab with Hotel Madrid & Snack Boys.

Feb 22nd - Good City Brewing, Taste & Toast, and more.

Tarik and Ann talk, beer, wine, tappings, menus and more on this episode of This Bites.

Feb15th - Egg & Flour joins Crossroads Collective, Chineses New Year at Crossroads Collective, Pączki, Centraal Grand Cafe & Tappery Reopens

Tarik and Ann once again get us hungry and excited about everything food in Milwaukee. Pączki, Pasta, fried chicken and cheese and more on this episode of This Bites.

Feb 8th - Romantic dining, Food Truck Park, Mazorca Expansion, Phobruary, Dim Sum Give Some, Valentine's ideas

Ann and Tarik discuss Romantic dining, a new food truck park, the Mazorca Expansion, Phobruary in Silver City, the Dim Sum Give Some, and Valentine's ideas all on this episode of This Bites.

Feb 1st - Soup Round Up, Tables Across Borders, A Southern Style Dinner, Santino's and more.

Ann and Tarik talk about a couple of fabulous soup spots, a few important events happening in Milwaukee and a hidden gem on this week's addition of This Bites.

Jan 25th - Tipping Etiquette, Dan Dan, I.D. Supper Club & Valentine's Day Eats

This week, Anne and Tarik discuss tipping etiquette, Dan Dan, I.D. Supper Club & where to eat on Valentine's Day.

Jan 18th - Year in Review

Tarik and Ann review 2018, look forward to 2019 and so much more on this episode of This Bites.

Jan 11th - Five reasons to revisit Meraki, The Cat Cafe and more

This week Anne and Tarik discuss five reasons to revisit Meraki, The Cat Cafe, Favorite Cookbooks from their favorite chefs, and foodie events to check out in Milwaukee.

Jan 4th - Elevated Chef, Umami Moto and Food Trends of 2019

Anne and Tarik discuss the new and inspirational pop-up Elevated Chef, Umami Moto and all the food trends you'll love in 2019.

Dec 28th - Best New Milwaukee Restaurants of 2018

Anne and Tarik discuss the new article in Milwaukee Magazine about the best new restaurants in Milwaukee.

Dec 21st - Best Cook Books of 2018

Anne and Tarik give their top cook books of 2018.

Dec 14th - The Avenue, Momo Mee, Bavette Meat Raffle, Uncle Wolfie’s Breakfast Tavern & more

Anne & Tarik discuss The Avenue, Momo Mee, Bavette Meat Raffle, Uncle Wolfie’s Breakfast Tavern, Wild Roots & Cotton Mouth.

Dec 7th - Kehr's Candies, Blue’s Egg, Miss Molly’s, Meat On The Street & more

Anne and Tarik discuss Kehr's Candies, Blue’s Egg, Miss Molly’s, Meat On The Street, Micro Food Hall and Tre Rivali.

Nov 30th - Sherman Phoenix, Charred, Small Pie and an extended conversation about Anne

On this week's This Bites, Tarik and Anne discuss the grand opening of the Sherman Phoenix, Charred, Small Pie and Anne herself.

Nov 23rd - Jewels Caribbean, Christkindlmarket & White Truffles

Anne & Tarik discuss Jewels Caribbean, Christkindlmarket & the allure of white truffles

Nov 16th - Milwaukee Thanksgiving options and the ultimate Turkey debate

Anne and Tarik discuss all the Thanksgiving food options in Milwaukee if you don't want to cook, Tosa Cares, the Holiday Folk Fare, Sweet Diner, and do we always have to eat turkey on Thanksgiving?

Nov 9th - Celesta, Funky Fresh Spring Rolls, Sherman Phoenix, Mazorca Fest and more

On this week's This Bites, Anne and Tarik discuss Celesta, Funky Fresh Spring Rolls, food at Sherman Phoenix, Mazorca Fest, Crossroads Collective, an interesting recipe In Milwaukee Mag, and the new show Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat.

Nov 2nd - Winter's Farmers Market, Dori Greenspan Lunch, Bittercube Bar & Bazaar and View MKE

Anne and Tarik discuss the Winter's Farmers Market, a Dori Greenspan Lunch, Bittercube Bar & Bazaar and View MKE

Oct 26th - New Restaurants, MKE Film Fest, Mazorca Fest, Taco Brunch & Black Sheep Brunch

This week, Anne and Tarik discuss new restaurants in Milwaukee, food films at the Film Fest, Mazorca Fest, Taco Brunch & Black Sheep Brunch

Oct 19th - Fish Fry Everyday, Charred, Farmer's Markets Still Open, Oyster Fest and more

Anne and Tarik discuss where to find a Fish Fry Everyday, Charred, Farmer's Markets Still Open, Oyster Fest, Oak Creek Fall Fest and Malort head backs to Chicago.

Oct 12th - The Return of Good Eats, Chef's Table, Harry Potter Pop-Up & The Haunted Caved Dinter

Anne & Tarik discuss the return of Good Eat's, Chef's Table, the Harry Potter Pop-Up Dinner and Miller Caves Haunted Caves Dinter

Oct 5th - Sneak Peek inside MKE Magazine's October issue & upcoming foodie events

On this episode, Anne and Tarik discuss what's inside the latest edition of Milwaukee Magazine, the closing of Swig, The Cider and Nano Beer Fest, Battle of the Chefs, Let's Brunch MKE and an Anthony Bourdain course at Louisiana University.

Sept 28th - Bite Club, Goodr, MFF Film Feast, Festival Del Pulpo and Good Land Wing Company

Anne and Tarik discuss Bite Club, Goodr, MFF Film Feast, Festival Del Pulpo and Good Land Wing Company.

Sept 21st - Vegan Soul Food & Drink Expo, Tavern at Turner, She Stands Tall & more

Anne and Tarik discuss the upcoming Vegan Soul Food & Drink Expo, Tavern At Turner, Lazy Susan's Bob's Burger Happy Hour, She Stands Tall and Fauntleroy's new happy hour.

Sept 14th - World Dumpling Festival, Easy Tyger, Midtown Grill, Bayview Bash and more

This week, Anne and Tarik discuss the World Dumpling Festival in Chicago, Easy Tyger's menu, the new Midtown Grill, food at Bay View Bash, Bavette's Wine Dinner and Ask Anne's piece in Milwaukee Magazine.

Sept 7th - Urban Market grocery store, Glass & Griddle, Tomato Romp, Indian Summer & more

On this week's This Bites, Anne and Tarik discuss a new urban grocery store, Glass And Griddle, the Tomato Romp, food at Indian Summer, a south MKE food truck event and a chef table wine Event

Aug 31st - Food at Harley's 115th, View Milwaukee & MKE Magazine's Best Of

Anne and Tarik discuss the food at Harley's 115th Anniversary celebration, View Milwaukee's new patio & MKE Magazine's Best Of edition

Aug 24th - Fiserv Forum food, Louise's closing, Strange Town Lunch, Harley Fest and more

Tarik and Anne discuss all the local food options at the new Fiserv Forrum, the closing of Louise's, Strange Town offering lunch, Harley Fest, a new gluten free bakery and Four Chef's One Farmer & A Pig Farm Dinner.

Aug 17th - Irish Fest, Pete's Pop, and more...

Aug 10th - Belli's Bistro, Aloha Poke controversy, State Fair inspired dishes and more..

Anne and Tarik talk controversy, a new location, and dive into some delish sounding dishes.

August 3rd - Beer & Cheese, Danny Boone Fest, Rumpus Room, and Mequon Public Market

Anne and Tarik discuss the latest Beer & Cheese issue from Milwaukee Mag, Danny Boone Fest and more...

July 27th - State Fair on a Stick

Tarik and Anne discuss State Fair, Faunt Leroy and other restaurants in their new adventures, plus Ray's Liquor and an event remembering Anthony Bordaine at the Avalon on this episode for THIS BITES!

July 13th - Pete's Popsicles, MKE Style Pizza, Bastille Days, Antigua and more

Tarik and Anne discuss Pete's Popsicles, MKE Style Pizza, Bastille Days, Antigua and their move, The Visit Milwaukee Beer Map and the Riverwest Food Truck Rally at The Goat Palace

July 6th - Summer Patios, Blind Horse Food Trucks, Shakers Pre-Germanfest Dinner and more

Tarik and Anne break down the best Milwaukee patios to visit this summer, the food truck event at Blind Horse, Shakers Pre-Germanfest Dinner, Milwaukee County Parks Feast on the Beach, Juniper 61 closing and an upcoming event/pop-up Oak & Oyster.

June 29th - Chef Camp, Bittercube, BrandyWine & Ristorante Bartolotta

Anne & Tarik discuss Chef Camp, Bittercube, BrandyWine & the re-opening of Ristorante Bartolotta.

June 22nd - This Bites goes vegan, Sangria Fest, Greek Fest, chocolate and more

Anne and Tarik discuss quality vegan restaurants in Milwaukee, Sangria Fest, Sendick Town Center's Summer Kick Off, Greek Fest, a tribute to Anthony Bourdain at Mistral and Indulgence Chocolatier's Summer Pairing Series.

June 15th - Remembering Anthony Bourdain, YMCA culinary camps & Father's Day events

Tarik and Anne discuss the tremendous impact that Anthony Bourdain had on the world, YMCA's culinary camps and events for Father's Day.

June 8th - Farmer's Markets, Pizza Man Rosé Dinner, Rice & Roll menu, cheese & Tarik's L.A. adventure

Tarik and Anne discuss the return of farmer's Markets, Pizza Man's Rosay Dinner, the new menu at Rice & Roll, a little bit of cheese & Tarik's L.A. adventure.

June 1st - MKE Food Trucks, Negroni Week, Honey Pie, Meraki and Glass & Griddle

Anne and Tarik discuss all the food trucks to hit this summer, Negroni Week, Honey Pie's expansion, changes at Meraki and a new restaurant Glass & Griddle.

May 25th - Milwaukee Magazine preview, Uncle Wolfie, new Stone Creek Cafe and Cluck Yeah

Anne and Tarik discuss the upcoming issue of Milwaukee Magazine, Uncle Wolfie's Breakfast Tavern, the new Stone Creek Cafe, Cluck Yeah and an interesting co-worker.

May 18th - Royal Wedding Events, Little Duck, Morel Mushroom Dinner and Paella Palooza

This week, Tarik and Anne discuss the events in Milwaukee focusing on the royal wedding, the new spot Little Duck, the Morel Mushroom Dinner and Paella Palooza at Hotel Madrid

May 11th - James Beard Awards, Mother's Day treats & Pop-up Arepara

Tarik and Anne discuss the winners from the James Beard awards, some last minute treats you can get your mom for Mother's Day and the new Pop-up Arepara.

May 4th - Nomad Nacional, Derby Day Events, Dan Dan & Mother's Day brunch

Ann and Tarik discuss all the upcoming foodie happening including Nomad Nacional, Derby Day, Dan Dan & Mother's Day brunches.

April 27th - The return of Von Trier, Snack Boys, Milwaukee's Restaurant Bubble and more

Tarik and Anne discuss the return of Von Trier, Snack Boys, Brenner Brewing's Sour Beer dinner, The Big Cheese (not Tarik) and Milwaukee's restaurant bubble.

April 20th - Teens Grow Greens, Beers Beans Burrito Brunch, Dessert Affair and Spur 16

On this week's edition of This Bites, Anne and Tarik discuss Teens Grow Greens, the Beers Beans Burrito Brunch, a Dessert Affair and Spur 16.

April 13th - Black Restaurant Week, Iron Grate's Traveling Beer Garden, a new Stone Creek & more

Tarik and Anne discuss the upcoming Black Restaurant Week, Iron Grate's partnership with a traveling beer garden, Chef Anna's Friday Fish Fry, Dream Dance's new spring menu and a new Stone Creek on Downer.

April 6th - Annual Grilled Cheese Recipe Showdown, Blue's Egg Expanding and Gin & Tonic Day

Tarik and Anne discuss the Annual Grilled Cheese Recipe Showdown, Blue's Egg, Charred, Gin & Tonic Day and more.

March 30th - The Best Hot Dogs in MKE, Easter Brunch and new food at Miller Park

Tarik and Anne talk the underdog that is the hot dog, the best places for Easter brunch this Sunday and new food you can try at Miller Park this season.

March 23rd - The Return Of Bread, Ramen Heads, The Battle Of Beef & more

Anne and Tarik discuss the return of bread programs, the new pop-up series "Travisty", a new documentary "Ramen Heads", the Milwaukee Chop House, Dim Sum Give Some, The Battle Of Beef and more.

March 16th - James Beard Awards, Lucky Bun Dim Sum, Cheese at SXSW and more

Tarik and Anne discuss the Milwaukee finalists for the James Beard Awards, Lucky Bun Dim Sum, Cheese at SXSW and more on this weeks episode of This Bites.