Episode 230 - Charles Clark and Michael Hoffman of Brasserie 19

On today's podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to discuss the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including the Houston chefs/restaurants that are were nominated by the James Beard foundation, Salt & Time & Butcher's Burger closing at Post Houston, and Henderson & Kane opening a new location at the Houston Farmers Market. In the Restaurants of the Week section Wild Oats is featured. In the Guest of the Week portion Eric is joined by Charles Clay and Michael Hoffman of Brasserie 19. Charles and Michael speak with Eric about how things are going at Brasserie 19, why Charles and Grant Cooper split Clark Cooper Concepts, why Charles wanted Brasserie 19, what it's been like for Michael to take over at Brasserie 19, Michael's career, what it's been like for both Michael and Charles working together, some of their favorite customer stories, favorite dishes, the wine list at Brasserie 19, if Charles has any interest in having another concept down the road, and more!

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