The LateNight PotLuck Show

The Colombian Hot dog joins us at the studio for episode 32 and it was a blast. Juan Forrero, owner, challenges his guys, Dave and Riel on a hot dog cook off. Tune in to find out which dog was the best dressed and tasted the best. We dive in and dissect The Colombian Hot dog. different parts of America enjoys their dog differently. You have your dog with mustard and kraut, the chilli dog, the corn dog. But we have had the pleasure of tasting what Juan and his team took from the dog they missed from back home in Bogota, Colombia, and added their own twist. Chris, Kevin, and Pablo all work at the food truck but they are all family with strong family values. They talk how it is to work together in the truck. Listen in to catch all the upcoming events with the Colombian Hot Dog. Follow them on Instagram @TheColombianHotDog The LateNight PotLuck website www.thelatenightpotluck.com/ The lateNight PotLuck Show Youtube Channel www.youtube.com/channel/UCaZ1M0dseKXWREb2yWPcqnA

Join us for as we discuss brand designing and marketing strategies while we feast an awesome spread. We enjoyed Vito's octopus spring rolls, Manny's chorizo taquitos, Sam's spinach & artichoke dip, and Carissa's delicious quinoa dish. Carissa and Sam work for Box 8 Creative, a branding agency. They specialize in Designing, that can be logos, menus, packaging. Also they specialize in social media marketing, and that can be managing social media accounts, content creation, or assist in marketing strategies. Listen in as we pick their brains and share some tips. BOX 8 Creative website box8creative.com/ The LateNight PotLuck website www.thelatenightpotluck.com/ The lateNight PotLuck Show Youtube Channel www.youtube.com/channel/UCaZ1M0dseKXWREb2yWPcqnA

Talk about food porn. The guys couldn't contain themselves, This cheesecake was just that good. Manny called it sexy. Chef Dana Arco joins us to talk about food. She has a Youtube channel, Chef Dana Cooks and is now offering catering services. Tune in and join us as we hang out and talk food. Chef Dana Cooks Youtube Channel www.youtube.com/user/danaarco LateNight PotLuck Show Youtube Channel www.youtube.com/channel/UCaZ1M0dseKXWREb2yWPcqnA    

Eduardo Lara of Republic of Empanada joins us at the studio, as we munch on his BBQ Pulled Chicken Empanadas. They were too good. We easily went thru the whole tray. Eduardo tells his story from his childhood favorite food to moving to New Haven from Dominican Republic. Learn from his journey, an immigrant in a new world. Hes given an opportunity to turn his inspirations into reality. He currently sell his empanadas in New Haven at farmers markets and caters. Follow all of those mentioned in the podcast on Instagram and comment what you think is a hot sauce themed cruise. The LateNight PotLuck website www.thelatenightpotluck.com/ The lateNight PotLuck Show Youtube Channel www.youtube.com/channel/UCaZ1M0dseKXWREb2yWPcqnA

Dave brings in grilled hotdogs to enjoy them with Big Lou's Onion Sauce which was the star of the show. Sal Conca, founder of Big Lou's Onion Sauce joins us and talks to us about the history of his grandfather's famous onion sauce. Sal with the help of his dad, Ralph, set off to bottle and share this famous onion sauce with the people. Starting at Farmers Markets in the Long Island area and now in few stores in New York. We discuss licensing, capital costs and investing in the the business. Be sure to check them out because they were delicious. ALSO LISTEN OUT FOR THE PROMO CODE FOR 10% OFF Big Lou's Onion Sauce website biglousonionsauce.com/ The LateNight PotLuck website www.thelatenightpotluck.com/ The lateNight PotLuck Show Youtube Channel www.youtube.com/channel/UCaZ1M0dseKXWREb2yWPcqnA

One year ago we produced our first episode. Since then we have produced 27 episodes meeting awesome people, inspired by many of them, shared amazing dishes, and tried new drinks. LateNight PotLuck Show celebrates their One year of podcasting with a mini Friendsgiving. We welcome Marsha back in the studio as she is an OG of the show. We feast on delicious food and dessert as we reflect and discuss our podcasting venture in this first great year.

Join us as we hang out with Jose Perez of The Meat Truck. Jose treats us to a bomb spread. We enjoyed his take on the Cuban sandwich which I found to be an amazing version, pulled pork sliders with coleslaw, and bbq ribs. All so delicious and everything except for the bread and cheese was made by Jose. Keep a look out for The Meat Truck. We discuss Jose's journey and the challenges that he had to face along the way. Entrepreneurship is not for everyone. Follow The Meat Truck on Instagram. This Episode is brought to you by Boldric. Boldric is a line of Chef Accessories designed by a Chef for Chefs. At Boldric.com you will find beautifully designed leather knife bags, Quality knifes, Aprons and Coats. And for those Chefs on the go, Boldric has travel bags for you. Each of the items are carefully designed with Chef’s needs in mind. www.boldric.com

Listen in as the Dave and Riel taste wings tossed in Señor Lechuga Hot Sauce as we converse with Nico Lechuga and Lauren Cosenza. A power couple work together to start a hot sauce company focused on the heat with great flavors using clean produce. We talk about their journey since their launch 2 years ago. Although they have accomplished so much in 2 years but we touch on some of the challenges that could either make you or break you. The husband + wife team also launched a podcast discussing their experiences starting a business, particularly in the Acidified food category which has its own set of challenges. Check out their podcast as they answer a lot questions in this topic. And don't forget to get yourself a bottle or 3 of the Señor Lechuga Hot Sauce. Visit Señor Lechuga website www.senorlechugahotsauce.com

Tune in as we discuss blogging with our guest Alexis of FullOfSips over some delicious chicken mofongo that Vito made for us. With years of experience in the Travel business, it became natural for her to record and blog her trips and of course the food she got to explore. Listen in as Alexis talks about what she loves about blogging and the challenges that she has faced when becoming blogger.

We chow down and so delicious creamy soup by SOPA! We had the pleasure of having Alejandro & Eric Rey join us because they brought in some amazing soups just in time for the weather we've been having. We enjoyed the charred corn chipotle Chowder topped with bacon. Oh what a delight. They also spoiled us with they're black bean soup the will warm you right up. These are just 2 soup from a line up of delicious soups. The Rey brothers tell their story that lead up to the creating this awesome business, We go down memory lane as we talk about the times we had over soup.

Manny treats us with his amazing Asian style meat ball sliders and who better than the great hilarious Chris CSnacks Clarke to taste and review. Listen in as we just hang out with comedian and YouTube star Chris Clarke. He tries Riel's spiced nuts (Love The Kick Snacks) and kicks things up with Daves Angry Sauce. Find out if Chris can take the heat.

Listen in as Mariela Perez Russo, MD, CNS joins us. She educates us on eating habits and portion control as she walks us thru 3 meals that she prepped for us. Conversations were very informative as we picked her brain and for free. Mariela also operates another business creating sweet treats for birthdays and other events. Being a nutritionist she aims to provide healthier alternatives. She treated us with a gluten free / vegan friendly coconut cookies and a to die for tres leche passion fruit dessert. visit Mariela Perez Russo, MD website carambolanutrition.com/ Visit Mariela's sweet website sweetsbymariela.com/ Visit Our YouTube page www.youtube.com/channel/UCaZ1M0dseKXWREb2yWPcqnA

Our guest Paul Cordero of Bflat Sammiches treats us with an assorted of sammiches like a Tuna Melt, Rubens, Bologna, and an Italian sammiches. As we chow down, Paul tells his story from the inception and to where he is now. He talks about some of the ugly side of the food industry they don't talk about. This leads him to take the entrepreneur path and start his own thing. Dont miss out

Seth Wallace and Kevin McGuire of KAWIT! joins us for Epsiode 19. They spoiled us with a nice spread. We try their take on Filipino food. We killed the Pancit and some homemade longanisa. We discuss this awesome duo's mission to bring amazing Filipino food to the people across the US. Listen in to catch this journey, Seth & Kevin have embarked. Kevin, inspired by the food from his filipino roots, and the lack of this cuisine in the area, He and Seth are working hard on filling that void.

Andrew Parker of Source Coffee House joins us for Episode 18. Andrew educates us about coffee and its origins as well as the different methods of brewing. He demonstrate his favorite method which is the pour over as we try some of the roasters they source their coffee from. Also learn about what separates Source Coffee House from the rest. They are know for they cool and welcoming and awesome customer service. Catch us on Youtube www.youtube.com/channel/UCaZ1M0dseKXWREb2yWPcqnA

Lenny & Jen of Proof Pizza Truck joins us for Episode 17. They spoil us with their mouth watering calzones. Tune in while we talk pizza with Lenny and Jen. They dive in and tell their story. They journey was not easy but this duo have each other's back. Lenny loses his job and Jen leaves her corporate job. They take a leap of faith and its been a big hit. Listen in to catch Lenny's advice to those thinking about taking that leap. Catch us on Youtube www.youtube.com/channel/UCaZ1M0dseKXWREb2yWPcqnA

Our friends from M and M Steaks Truck comes to hang out and goes all out and hooks us up with everything on the menu plus beer from Half Full Brewery out of Stamford. As we dig in we discuss the Philly Cheese steak, menu creation, and some of their challenges faced through their journey. Hector Medina co Founder, is also a school teacher in the Bridgeport school system. We touch on the schools issues these days. And we finished with the beginning of Hector's Comedy career. Keep an I out for his future shows. Watch video on youtube at www.youtube.com/channel/UCaZ1M0dseKXWREb2yWPcqnA M and M Steaks website www.mandmsteaks.com/

Listen in as we have a pizza and beer tasting from local CT breweries and hang out with Andrea Franco, The Hangry Italian Girl. She is rapidly growing to be a well known successful food blogger and social media consultant. In this episode she drops gems. Do not miss out. Andrea opens up and discusses some of the challenges she has faced and how she over came them. Follow her @TheHangryItalianGirl. and allow her to help you and your business. The LateNight PotLuck Show Website https://bonet22.wixsite.com/latenight... LateNight PotLuck Instagram https://www.instagram.com/latenightpo... LateNight PotLuck Facebook https://www.facebook.com/latenightPot...   The Hangry Italian Girl Website www.thehangryitaliangirl.com/ @thehangryitaliangirl https://www.instagram.com/thehangryit...