NC F&B Podcast

ReImagining High Horse, Getting Fired, and True Friendship - Anthony Rapillo is back on the Podcast!

First episode recorded at home with restaurateur Anthony Rapillo. We revisit last year's "real" episode and unpack Max's abrupt firing from a country club service-directo

Rawleigh Oysterfest "Smoke & Shuck" at Iron Works (Nov 7)

The final in-studio episode at The Kitchen for the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast with Raleigh Oyster Fest collaborators: Max Trujillo, Eduardo Mera (Mera Broth

Tree Time Tales: Hops to Hemp

Host Max Trujillo returns to the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast after a five-week break and a new role at Northridge Country Club, reuniting with Sara Abernethy

A Taste of Jalwa: Culinary Innovation in North Raleigh

Host Max Trujillo records off-site at Jalwa, a 15-month-old luxe Indian fine-dining restaurant in North Raleigh, and interviews proprietor Ajit Khanna. We get into the re

Momentum, Michelin & Microbiomes: Charlotte's Power Couple: Jeff Tonidandel + Jamie Brown

Host Max welcomes Charlotte hospitality duo Jeff Tonidandel + Jamie Brown, recapping their busy slate: operating five restaurants including Supperland, Haberdish, Ever An

Feast Your Way Through Wilmington: Inside the 2026 Feast of Wilmington

Host Max Trujillo welcomes back Jessica Maurer, Director of the third annual Feast of Wilmington, happening March 28–29, as a spring kickoff showcasing Wilmington's food

Politics, Podcasts, and the Pursuit of Public Office: A Conversation with Beau Blair

In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, host Max Trujillo interviews Beau Blair, an old friend and brand ambassador running for the North Carolin

We Power Food: Supporting Female Entrepreneurs

Max Trujillo interviews Ariana Nester and Sue Ellsworth about the We Power Food nonprofit organization and their upcoming event on January 26. The episode discusses the m

The Rise of Chef Isaac Duque: Fusing Music and Culinary, One Pop-up at a Time

In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, host Max Trujillo sits down with Chef Isaac Duque to discuss his unique dining concept, 'Whet,' which sta

Inside the Michelin Guide with Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss joins in

The North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, host Max Trujillo welcomes back co-creator and longtime co-host Matthew Weiss as they delve into the recent Michelin Guide a

Crafting the Perfect Cut:Inside Prime Brothers Butcher Shoppe

Better Choices, Better Life: Tyler Helikson's Roadmap to Success

In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, host Max Trujillo welcomes back restaurateur Tyler Helikson for an inspiring conversation. The pair catch

Sideline Snacks and the Revival of Concession Stands in Holly Springs

In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, host Max Trujillo dives into the world of sports, food, and entrepreneurship with Gio Mantovani, the owne

Shuck Yeah: The Rawleigh Oyster Fest Preview

In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, host Max Trujillo welcomes back Eduardo Mera of the Mera Brothers Oysters. The main event discussed is th

From Alcohol to THC: Embracing a Healthier Beverage Choice with Tailchaser & Nature's Releaf

Ready to explore the buzz around THC-infused beverages? 🎧 Tune in to the latest North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast episode where we chat with Jennifer Wilson, the f

Unleashing Potential: A Woman's Story of Transformation and Entrepreneurship with Jillian Whitlow

Join Max Trujillo, host of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, as he chats with his coworker from PFG, Jillian Whitlow. Jillian, an impressive culinary school g

Meatballs and Mixology: An Adventure in Angier, NC with Giuseppe's Corner

Join host Max Trujillo on the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast as he dives into the vibrant culinary world of Angier, North Carolina. Let's chat with Giuseppe's C

Max & Anthony's Culinary Adventures: A Foodie Podcast Special

In this lively and impromptu episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, host Max Trujillo welcomes the incredibly positive and quintessentially Italian Anth

Sri Lanka Meets Carolina: Spice, Flavor, and a Dash of Pizza

In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, host Max Trujillo visits Aromaa, a new Sri Lankan restaurant in Raleigh. Max speaks with the owner Sherwi

Tacos and Tariffs: A Capitol Encounter with Congresswoman Deborah Ross

Host Max Trujillo welcomes Congresswoman Deborah Ross for an insightful discussion. We explore topics such as North Carolina's vibrant food scene, the significance of Jun