Put It In My Mouth
Welcome to the unfiltered world of "Put It In My Mouth", a podcast that explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female-led show celebrates the journey of industry insiders, their wins, setbacks, & the hilarity that unfolds behind (and sometimes in front of) the kitchen doors. In an industry dominated by male voices, PIIMM amplifies the voice of women in food with your hosts & longterm bffs Lala Ziemski & Judith Baicich. Join us for a candid celebration and profound love for food amidst the chaos, where no story is too outrageous & each episode leaves you hungry for more. @putitinmymouthpod Support patreon.com/Putitinmymouth www.putitinmymouthpod.com
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S4 Ep 35: Restaurateur Alexandra Shapiro
01/27/2026
S4 Ep 35: Restaurateur Alexandra Shapiro
Today, we get to hang with passionate NYC restaurateur Alexandra Shapiro who grew up in a family steeped in the restaurant industry & childhood, food driven roadtrips were the norm. We discuss how the fates aligned for her to revive her family's restaurant from the 70s, dive into her thoughts on the current landscape of dining and why 'hype"often overshadows approachability. She gets real on the vulnerability of having to close a restaurant, why "nostalgia menus" can feel hokey and how chasing trends doesn't lead to longevity. Hang out with us for an hour to hear all of this wisdom, a few hot takes and why sometimes a teeny tini is the perfect drink. Mentions: @flexmussels @hoexters @rafsnewyork @carnemare @keenssteakhouse @katzsdeli @jgmelon_nyc @lindustriebk @apollobagels @leonsnyc @berniesnyc @leveaudor Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.
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S4 Ep34: Author Mandy Naglich
01/20/2026
S4 Ep34: Author Mandy Naglich
Author Mandy Naglich joins us again (check out her episode in Season 1, she's so damn cool). But this time, it's an all out bitch fest; an entire episode of our favorite segment "I DON'T F*CK WITH THAT". We recap all the answers of Season 1 guests and gleefully disect them. PLUS, restaurant red flags, the food traps that catch us, why drinking should be hot and Mandy tells us all about her new book project! Come along for the fest, Taste Buds. Mentions: @drinkswithmandy @ruben.rod @chefweswhitsell @chefjeremiahstone @fabianvhv @isa_belly @steve8it @tira__johnson @radtimespizza @sleepwalk.nyc @barcontranyc @wildairnyc @barsnack.nyc @sipandguzzlenyc @ntmrkt @chefgreeny @supermoonbakehouse @kopitiamnyc @mightyschneidy @birds_ny @jettila Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.
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S4 Ep 33: Chef Eric Huang
01/13/2026
S4 Ep 33: Chef Eric Huang
This episode, we are joined by Chef Eric Huang of Pecking House. A chef whose resume includes the TOP tier of NYC dining, a 10,000 person wait list level hype & the rare distinction of being expelled from Julliard before finding his real life instrument ( a chef's knife ;) We discuss toxic kitchen culture & actual heart damage from working in the WORLD'S BEST RESTAURANT, the brutal vulnerabilty of opening AND closing restaurants & what it means to cook Chinese food in America when race, expectation and economics are always on the plate. All this and a blind fried chicken tasting. It gets SPICY, taste buds. Mentions: @eric.p.huang @pecking_house @resyguynyc @latetedorbydaniel @thegrillny @goldenhofny @pearleastmanhasset @danielboulud @gavinkaysen @gramercytavern @elevenmadisonpark @seanalexgray @ceres.nyc @havandmar @hainanchickenhouse @chinupbarnyc @thewingbar @primefooddistributor @doublerranchbeef Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.
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S4 Ep 32: Drew Nieporent
01/06/2026
S4 Ep 32: Drew Nieporent
We are BACK, Taste Buds! We know you missed us. Today, we have hospitality titan, Michelin Star collector and the DADDY of Myriad Restaurant Group, Drew Nieporent. His new memoir is out and in it, he spills proverbial tea, but we got him to dish with us a bit more. The BREW with Drew anyone?! What chef has the biggest ego, what restaurant does he wish was his, IS he feuding with Keith McNally? ALL this, while slagging Daniel Boulud, his favorite Beatles song and admitting he sneaks booze into restaurants. Holy hell, it's a good one. @drewnieporent Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more. Mentions: @noburestaurants @communityws @stefano_secchi @sluttycheff @danielboulud @chefthomaskeller @jfeldmar @paulliebrandt @gordongram @jbastianich @simonkim @coqodaq @simonkimnyc @addanyc @keithmcnallynyc @fandfrestaurant @fandfpizzeria @dhmeyer @unapologeticfoodsnyc @avraestiatorio @eatingwithexperts @royalseafoodusa
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S3 Ep 31: Bea Tosti & Julio Pena; Il Posto Accanto. Seth Rosenfeld; Filmmaker
09/17/2025
S3 Ep 31: Bea Tosti & Julio Pena; Il Posto Accanto. Seth Rosenfeld; Filmmaker
A very special bonus episode and last of Season 3! Bea & Julio, the beautiful duo behind our favorite neighborhood spot, Il Posto Accanto join us. We discuss their soon to be released film, SUNDAY AT IL POSTO ACCANTO, a love letter to the neighborhood and hospitality industry. The director and writer Seth Zvi Rosenfeld also joins us to share his vision during what was a very uncertain time in 2021 when the project was filmed. Truly a neighborhood institution after 30 years, we talk to Bea & Julio about what keeps them going, their committment the farmer's market, Julio's dislike of the word "hospitality", the importance of community & connection and why you are coming for the "grumpy service" and "terrible food". Find out what your should be putting in your mouth at this gem of a restaurant and find out how/when to watch the film! @ilpostoaccanto @chamber.nyc @joespizzanyc @thehobbitrestaurant @lindustriebk @unsqgreenmarket Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.
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S3 Ep 30: Nikita Malhotra ( Smithereens) & Tira Johnson (Chez Fifi)
09/10/2025
S3 Ep 30: Nikita Malhotra ( Smithereens) & Tira Johnson (Chez Fifi)
Taste Buds! Welcome to our first episode with a RETURN guest! Not only does award wining sommelier Tira Johnson (Chez FiFi, Sushi Noz) return BUT she is joined by another award winning sommelier AND restaurant owner of SMITHEREENS, Nikita Malhotra. Yes, that's 2 badass women in wine on 1 couch. How did we get so lucky? We cover a lot of terroir this episode; from the current state of food media and reviews, to how they each approach creating their wine lists, "BURGUNDY BROS", the oldest bottles they have ever drank and their go to karaoke songs. Plus, UGLY BABIES! THE BEST OYSTERS EVER! ANNNNNNND we play a very silly game we made up called SIP OR SPIT! Dolly also makes an appearance so you might wanna watch this one for the dog alone. @smithreensnyc @chezfifinyc @sushinoznyc @brewersart @nozmarketnyc @chateaulafiterothschild @lapaulee @danieljohnnes @lafetenyc @dgbacchus @tribecagrill @theworlds50best @michelinguide @princestreetpizza @lucia.newyork @drinkramona @barkabawa @elistablenyc @danielboulud @elevenmadisonpark @sommelier57 @scar_of_the_sea @lady.of.the.sunshine Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.
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S3 Ep 29: Chef Chaz Brown
09/03/2025
S3 Ep 29: Chef Chaz Brown
Welcome to the podcast that is equal parts food celebration and bitch session! Either way, we have Chef Chaz Brown this week to yap so many hot takes; why he is strictly team "NO CAVIAR", honoring his heritage through food, his hatred of the word "authentic" and why he wishes mean food reviews would make a come back. All this and a shit ton more. @chewy_gluten Mentions: @resyguynyc @earlesoncrenshaw @thebluecrabtobago @korinknives @chefkwameonwuachi @tatianabychefkwame @chefericadjepong @elmina.dc @gg30000 @kabawa @culvers @fettesaubbq @honeysuckle_restaurant @honeysuckle_projects @coltrane215 @cybille_staude_tate @kalayaphilly @friday.saturday.sunday @chef.chad.williams @oxtails.with.cocktails @craiglaban @guyfieri @ninacompton @angelos_pizzeria_south_philly @lucali_bk @thekettleblackphilly @notrayspizza @bintu.chs Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.
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S3 Ep 28: Sarah Morrissey
08/27/2025
S3 Ep 28: Sarah Morrissey
This is a spicy one so grab the milk! Sarah Morissey is a leader in the NYC bartending world. This bish is a creative force and one helluva human. Sooooo it sucked that we had to discuss her unfortunate recent firing bc of a substack she wrote that showed nothing but love to her place of work. Do you agree or disagree with the decision? BUT Sarah is already plotting her next move so listen to find out what she's up to. Lala also brings her male grooming preferences into the convo, Judith admits the sex acts she would perform on Colin Farrell and we get so much good shit from Sarah. Find out how her career started and why she never wants to make a Paper Plane ever again. @mozzy_sticks_87 Mentions: @dutchkillsbar @dearirving @leveaudor @tomr_richter @ernestosnyc @frenchettenyc @bartolonyc @punch_drink @chloefrechette @coqodaq @nytimes @pete_wells @priyakrishna @highnoonsunsips @mightyschneidey @longislandbar @schmuck.ny @crdnal @mabelatbell @dibartolo @darylcoke @hellbendernyc @minettatavernny @thegrillny @yaraherrerayara @lebernardinny @tacobell Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.
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S3 Ep 27: Lala & Judith ( we are our own guests)
08/20/2025
S3 Ep 27: Lala & Judith ( we are our own guests)
Welcome back to PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, the irreverent food podcast where nothing is sacred...except snacks. This week, we are flipping the script; your usual hosts, Judith & Lala are putting themselves in the hotseat. The ladies talk about how they stumbled (staggered?) into the hospitality industry, the travels that made them hungry (hungriER?), their most delicious food moments, and what's really doing it for them in the NYC restaurant scene. Plus, the question on everyone's mind...has either succumbed to the labubu trend? Stick around to hear about Lala's perimenopausal chin hair and Judith's old age gripes about restaurants being too damn loud. @ohheylala @judithbaicich Mentions: @susangagecaterers @chapgage @gjelinarestaurant @angryzen @thefireflybocasdeltoro @rkelly5000 @memelasdonavale @calpepbcn @sipandguzzlenyc @mightyschneidey @mikebagale @ensenadanyc @rafsnewyork @barmoga @danielboulud @latetedorbydaniel @crevette_nyc @frenchettenyc @lefrenchdiner @hawksmoornyc @thegrillny @keenssteakhouse @tatianarestaurantnyc @cervosnyc @veselkanyc @thaidiner @redhooktavernbk @brooklyn_crab Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.
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S3 Ep 26: Chef Ilan Hall
08/13/2025
S3 Ep 26: Chef Ilan Hall
This week, we have Chef & food personality Ilan Hall in the building. His food has been described as "confrontational" and "designed to alienate as many people as possible". So naturally, we had to have him on the pod. Not only do we talk food but we play a ridiculous game of boyband "F$CK, MARRY KILL", why David Chang blocked him on IG, the MOST controversial episode of TOP CHEF in 22 seasons starring HIM and why NO ONE should ever open a restaurant EVER. Plus pop music and his take on the Kendrick/Drake beef. It's a spicy one. @ilanhall Mentions: @chef.dannygarcia @bravotopchef @chefsamtalbot @marcelvigneron @bbamars @meilin21 @bryanvoltaggio @craft_newyork @tomcolicchio @casamonobarjamon @wolvesmouth @ideasinfood @hoodrich72 @ronniecwoo @bobbyflay @anovaculinary @sammic_official @mr_camron @guyfieri @chefjeremiahstone @davidchang @utopiabagels @mamas_too Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.
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S3 Ep 25: The Corona Brothers; Corona Trattoria Sicily
07/30/2025
S3 Ep 25: The Corona Brothers; Corona Trattoria Sicily
This week, we attempt to not offend an entire country! All the way from Sicily, Alessandro & Orazio Corona of Corona Trattoria in Palermo charm the hell out of us. These brothers have mastered the art of hospitality, wine and brotherly bickering all while having one of the most charming restaurants on the island. We get into the family business, Sicilian pride, what they think of Italian food in the states and if Italians actually say "MAMMA MIA" ! Open wide, we are going to Italy! @coronatrattoria Mentions: @katzsdeli @carnitasramireznyc @latrompettechiswick Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.
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S3 Ep 24: Chef Yara Herrera; Hellbender
07/23/2025
S3 Ep 24: Chef Yara Herrera; Hellbender
Chef Yara Herrera joins us this week, the powerhouse behind one of NYC's coolest and most delicious restaurants; Hellbender. A first gen Mexican-American & fine dining alum, Yara has taken everything she learned at Spago, Providence, Momofuku Ko and flipped it into something entirely her own. She's all about honoring her roots while rewriting the rules. Listen in as we talk cooking with Martha Stewart, interrupting David Chang during a private moment, why ketchup is torture and the pressure of opening her first restaurant, that came with quite the pivot. @yaraherrerayara Mentions: @sobremasanyc @sobremasatortilleria @summerfallsake @ribkingnyc @empire_bbq@smoke_sweats @spagobh @katsuyabysbe @providencela @majordomola @davidchang @seanalexgray @rolosnyc @marthastewart @lindustriebk @decades.pizza @frankelsdeli @innout @claud_nyc @joshuaj88 Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.
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S3 Ep 23: John Gallagher Jr; Tony Award Winner
07/16/2025
S3 Ep 23: John Gallagher Jr; Tony Award Winner
This week we are joined by the Tony award winning Broadway star, singer, songwriter & star of tv & film, John Gallagher Jr! Springsteen superfan & fruity cocktail connoisseur, JGJ shares soooo many stories including a celebrity sighting that left him starstruck, what he demands in his dressing room and why he's basically the human embodiment of a tiki cocktail with a tiny umbrella. Also....JUDITH HATES CELERY and we get to blindfold John. Dreamy. @johngallagherjunior MENTIONS: @eatsaladsprinkles @espolontequila @millerlite @sunkenharborclubnyc @dellanima @isodinyc @themonterobar @sunnysbarofficial @jeffrosenstock @brucespringsteen @gage.and.tollner @theavettbrothers @joeallennyc @jeffdanielsoffocial @emilymortimer @flanaganilm @mary.elizabeth.winstead @tikiti1961 @dantanasrestaurant @mussoandfrankgrill @officialkeef @theduncansheik @groffsauce @leamichele @greenday @hurleyssaloon @joeallennyc Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.
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S3 Ep 22: Ben Gollan; A Man & His Sandwich Tours
07/09/2025
S3 Ep 22: Ben Gollan; A Man & His Sandwich Tours
Ben Gollan is a man obsessed when it comes to sandwiches. As the cult leader behind A MAN AND HIS SANDWICH Tours in NYC, he guides the hungry to the best spots in town. We ask, "What exactly defines a sandwich, Ben?" Then we argue about the answer!! We also get the inside scoop on where we should be eating sandwiches in NYC, the perfect sandwich ratio and how Subway just may be pumping a fragrance into the air (conspiracy theory or fact?). AAAAAND so many hot takes involving Katzs, you may want to fight us. This episode is all heated sandwich fun that may convince you that everything you think you know is wrong. @A_man_and_his_sandwich MENTIONS: @minettatavernny @margonrestaurantnyc @hometownbarbque @salt_hanks @banh.anem @saltylunchlady @lunchluncheon @katzsdeli @sandplunch @edithsbk @frankelsdeli @viadellascrofa @factory_tamal @guevarasbk @dannyandcoops @fedoroffsroastpork @subway @latetedorbydaniel @thegrillny @keenssteakhouse @oldhomestead_steakhouse @henhousenyc @benjaminsteak @7bhorseshoebar @63_clinton @musketroom @rafsnewyork @semmanyc @dhamakany @elevenmadisonpark @leveaudor @apollobagels @lindustriebk @scarrspizza @taqueriaramirez @thebearfx @pinkyswearnyc @rdfoodsbk Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.
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S3 Ep 21: Melanie Dunea; photographer, author, artist
07/02/2025
S3 Ep 21: Melanie Dunea; photographer, author, artist
Welcome to our Season 3 opener! Lala & Judith are back with author, photographer & artist Melanie Dunea. A woman not too good for any job! So much so, she'll snake your toilet ( maybe don't test this?) ! She's photographed ALMOST everyone (Rene Redzepi where you at?) and is responsible for the coolest chef portraits in existence. Seriously, not hyperbole, check out her book series MY LAST SUPPER. She loves Tay Swift, Tribeca and tells us all about David Copperfield's faking his abs. So much inside dish you won't want to miss! Check out her latest project AMUSE BOUCHE. @melaniedunea MENTIONS: @mylastsupper @ruth.reichl @chefjwaxman @inagarten @marthastewart48 @marcuscooks @marcopierrewhit @dominiquecrenn @ninacompton @reneredzepinoma @elbullifoundation_ferranadria @chefjoseandreas @jamieoliver @ottomanellibros @ye @ensenadanyc @balthazarny @keithmcnallynyc @frenchettenyc @leveaudor @wuswontonking @greatnynoodletown @onewhitestreet @lebernardinny @joespizzanyc @blackseedbagels @danielboulud @chefjgv @nomwah @crispyheavennyc @flourwatersaltbread @lucia.newyork Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.
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S2 Ep 20: The Chain Restaurant Episode (Why did we do this?)
02/17/2025
S2 Ep 20: The Chain Restaurant Episode (Why did we do this?)
This is one to watch (so many photo inserts)! The ladies bang bang it up at a few classic chain restaurants...Which spots are actually good? Where should you spend your money...can a song about baby back ribs make the ribs taste better?! Hear the real talk on Olive Garden (yes, we waited in line in TIMES SQUARE) Red Lobster, Cheesecake Factory, Chilis and Outback Steakhouse. But first...a little Ozempic conversation. From our mouths to god's ears.... Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.
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S2 Ep 19: Steve Schneider; Sip & Guzzle, Employees Only
02/03/2025
S2 Ep 19: Steve Schneider; Sip & Guzzle, Employees Only
Steve Schneider, the owner of a few of the TOP bars IN THE WORLD is in the studio for your listening/watching pleasure. How does this former marine end up owning bars in Shanghai, Singapore and NYC? He will tell ya how from his humble start barbacking in DC to owning world reknowned bars Employees Only and Sip & Guzzle. We also learn he's a vodka sauce guy, is great at basketball, only ok at fixing things and earns a respectable score in a beverage blind tasting we throw at him. Listen in as we chat all things BAR BUSINESS in this episode that might leave ya a bit thirsty. MENTIONS: @mightyschneidey @sipandguzzlenyc @employeesonlysg @theoddcoupleshanghai @elysiancafehoboken @clydes_restaurant @pdtnyc @mixography @mixtressnyc @crifdogs @jeffreymbell @audreysaunders @igorhadzismajlovic @tobinellisdesign @the86co @pedromandinga @thefireflybocasdeltoro @shingo_gokan @mikebagale @erinayoshida_ @angelssharenyc @jetsetjaymee @dearstrangersnyc @katanakitten_nyc @templebarnyc @labonitafunk @experimentalcocktailclub @raineslawroom @gingerrickey @overstory @harrison.ginsberg @bleeckerstreetpizza @holidaycocktaillounge @theclementebar @richierich2333 @elevenmadisonpark @mcsorleysoldalehouse @benyabrow
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S2 Ep 18: Salad Sprinkles; Jordan Wannemacher & Blakely Bar Lev
01/27/2025
S2 Ep 18: Salad Sprinkles; Jordan Wannemacher & Blakely Bar Lev
This week is allllll about women owned, small biz with the ladies who invented Salad Sprinkles. WTF is a salad sprinkle? How did these college bffs spark of an idea get made AND end up on shelves around the country?! Jordan & Blakely give us all the details in creating a food product, trials & marketing to getting it out in the world. But also....Lala gushes the glory of a heated Japanese toilet seat, we talk how important social media is in small business and play a rousing game of TOSS MY SALAD in this super fun epsiode. Mentions: @eatsaladsprinkles @datrashmaaan @terre.bk @rubirosa_nyc @tabata_2ave_yakitori_bar @_oxomoco_ @ruse_wildset @thewildset @riseupcoffee @rude.burger @piscessupperclub @peasantnyc @lizzykoury @losersnyc @gothemgreens @mollie_stones
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S2 Ep 17: The Steak Club Episode; Colin Camac & Lucy Dunning
01/20/2025
S2 Ep 17: The Steak Club Episode; Colin Camac & Lucy Dunning
Two of our besties on the pod today? Hell YES. We reach peak NYC STEAK talk with 2 members of STEAK CLUB. Yes, we have a steak club. Let us tell you all about it. What makes a steakhouse great? The vibe? The servers? The food alone? Watch us get drunk, (yes, it's one to watch on Youtube) as we learn so much about our best friends during a rousing game of NEVER HAVE I EVER....Colin hates wine bars, Judith isn't a dessert person, Lucy loves dimsum and Lala...well tune in to find out. Colin also knows a guy with a limo, jus sayin'.... Mentions: @resyguynyc @thewildhoneypie @arlenesgrocery @blackbird_xyz @lindustriebk @wuswontonking @velourmedical @pauliegee @hawksmoornyc @keenssteakhouse @drmichaelkennis @bowerymeatcompany @stanselmbk @peterlugersteakhouse @striphouseofficial @porterhouse_ny @foxface_nyc @missfrankieeleanor @greenbergsbagels @dynaco_bar @mam.nyc @lbbarnyc @apollobagels @laserwolf_bk @sushishonyc @smackingburger @emmettsongrove
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S2 Ep 16: Andy Ricker; Pok Pok
01/13/2025
S2 Ep 16: Andy Ricker; Pok Pok
This week, we are in the studio with the one and only, Andy Ricker. Michelin & James Beard award winning chef, author and entrepreneurial badass, Andy talks the beginnings of his Pok Pok empire to deciding to shut it all down. We discuss his previous dreams of making it as a musician to how he first discovered his love for Thai flavors through a mushroom soup. Join us on the journey to now, how Andy is continuing to amplify thai cooking and learn about the current chefs moving Thai cuisine forward. @pawkhrua @samuayandsons @prinpolsuk @samrubsamrubthai @100mahaseth @chaleekader @blackitch_artisan_kitchen @kong.cei @chefdavidthompson @d.eitharong @haawmbkk @sornfinesouthern @ice_supaksorn @bolanbangkok @chef_bosongvisava @roadsandkingdoms @jeraldhead @mam.nyc @nongskhaomangai @carnitasramireznyc @ntmrkt @krisyenbamroong @mamas_too @jarrett_wrisley @_candice_ @eatatshan @talatmarketatl
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S2 Ep 15: Cody Candelario; Chef, Hell's Kitchen Competitor, Content Creator
12/30/2024
S2 Ep 15: Cody Candelario; Chef, Hell's Kitchen Competitor, Content Creator
Today our guest is self proclaimed "believer in fun" and potential future ONLY FANS star, Cody Candelario. Join us as we talk his appearances in culinary competitions like Hell's Kitchen & Chopped and how it feels for a chef to lose their ability to taste and smell. Of course we ask the question on everyone's mind; is Gordon Ramsey a total prick?! All this AND a blind taste test of Gordon's fish & chips vs a Times Square chain restaurant. Can Cody tell the difference? Watch/listen to find out. Mentions: @createdbycody @velourmedical @hushlamedspa @birkenstock @carmeloslewiston @hellskitchenfox @foodnetwork @thetedallen @stephanie.boswell @gruffgrains @officialbubbagump @gordongram @gordonramseyrestaurants @summerfallsake Welcome to the irreverent and unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast by two lifelong bffs, Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all too typical setbacks, and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.
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S2 Ep 14: Julianny Gomez & Dante Clark; Pre Shift Wine Club
12/23/2024
S2 Ep 14: Julianny Gomez & Dante Clark; Pre Shift Wine Club
A wine social club?! TELL US MORE. Our guests on episode 14 are Julianny & Dante, the Somm minds behind Pre Shift; wine collabs and gatherings aimed at having fun, tasting wine and maybe learning a little something too. Our conversation covers their favorite producers, turning their passion into their job, food pairings and how they met on MYSPACE! Mentions: @preshiftnyc @frogwinebar @jahdemarley.drinks @egodeathnyc @abcwineco @commonwealthcrush @sansbibie @mtairyvineyard @bewitchinglee @andrewtarlow @henrysbk @tira__johnson @pjwine @co_fermented @scarrspizza @frescosgrandcantina @inwoodbagelsny @fourhorsemenbk @amyruthsharlem @thirdfalcon_bk @cocinaconsuenonyc @dear.native.grapes @winonasbk @barblondeau @francherewine Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.
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S2 Ep 13: Chef Spike Mendelsohn
12/16/2024
S2 Ep 13: Chef Spike Mendelsohn
The ladies welcome Spike Mendelsohn, a former fedora wearing Top Chef contestant, celebrity chef, entrepreneur, food activist & industry disruptor. The conversation opens on the fedora (where did it go?) and veers to Top Chef, choosing between being a chef or a criminal, when Obama eats at your restaurant and duh, a blind burger tasting from 3 of our nation's most popular chains. Join us for all the silliness. Mentions: @spikethechef @wethepizza @goodstuffeatery @plntburger @drewnieporent @chefthomaskeller @chefcapon @stretchpizzanyc @jumboslicedc @joespizzanyc @wyliedufresne @anthonybourdain @marcelvigneron @stephanieanneizzaard
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S2 Ep 12: Austin Power; Accidental Bar
12/09/2024
S2 Ep 12: Austin Power; Accidental Bar
Sake savant Austin Power (actual goverment name) is in the studio, bleeding and ready to discuss his journey & the joys of opening a bar in NYC. Sake novice? We discuss terms to help you sound smart the next time you're ordering along with sake misconceptions, sake bombs and how fucking up might just lead you to what you love. Also, why is he bleeding? Listen to the episode to find out! Mentions: @accidentalbar @sakebarsatsko @brooklynkura @bdonkulous @tira__johnson @nami_sake @origamisakeco @katosakeworks @wakaze_france @amabukishuzo_official @miho_fujita_yuho @wakabotan_sake @hardtoexplainnyc @hi.note.nyc @bin.bin.sake @tsukiminyc
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S2 Ep 11: Gio Cervantes & Tania Apolinar; Taqueria & Carnitas Ramirez
12/02/2024
S2 Ep 11: Gio Cervantes & Tania Apolinar; Taqueria & Carnitas Ramirez
Oh heyyyy, it's the premiere of SEASON 2! Our guests are taco phenoms Gio Cervantes & Tania Apolinar of Taqueria Ramirez and Carnitas Ramirez. Join us as we talk nude beaches, learning your craft on Youtube, the "holy shit, what now?!" of immediate success, business expansion and pivoting from one career to a completely different career during a world wide pandemic! You just might get inspired; you'll certainly get hungry. @putitinmymouthpod Support us on Patreon! Mentions: @taqueria_ramirez_ @carnitasramireznyc @brooklyn_safehouse @brokabistrot @pauliegee www.bakersdozengreenpoint.com @homecoming @laperladelsurcdmx @el_pinguino_greenpoint Welcome to the irreverent & unfiltered world of PUT IT IN MY MOUTH, a podcast that fearlessly explores the underbelly of the hospitality industry. This female led podcast, by two lifelong bffs Lala & Judith, celebrates the journeys of industry insiders, details the all to typical setbacks and gets the listener insider access on what goes on behind closed kitchen doors. Join us for candid conversations about our biggest obsession, FOOD and the personalities behind it. We know every episode will leave you hungry for more.
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S1 Ep 10: It's just us!
09/16/2024
S1 Ep 10: It's just us!
This episode, there is no guest! We had this footage in the archives and decided to release it as a little BONUS episode. We know we gotta keep you satiated as we record our next season! Get to know the ladies a little bit more as they take it back to how they met & their food experiences growing up and in college. Yep, Judith was a VEGETARIAN & Lala had never had pesto (but also ENJOYED Olive Garden?!) . How the hell did these two end up with a food podcast?! Hot takes include: There is no bad pizza in NYC ( agree or disagree?). They also discuss their current fav spots and the restaurants on their list they have never been but realllly want to get to. Get hungry, y'all. Mentions include: @russanddaughters @thaidiner @cervosnyc @forsythia_nyc @kopitiamnyc @thefoulwitch @ilpostoaccanto @kikis_nyc @lindustriebk @scarrspizza @mamas_too @thompkinssquarebagels @apollobagels @cisiamonyc @joji.nyc @lebernadinny @chefstablebrooklynfare @calpepbcn @restaurantalchemist @asadoretxebarrioficial @osteriamorini @radiobakerynyc @supermoonbakehouse
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S1 Ep 9: Angelo Womack; Pizza Consultant
08/19/2024
S1 Ep 9: Angelo Womack; Pizza Consultant
We know you've always wondered how to make the best pizza at home or if Javier Bardem is a dick in real life. You've been up at night struggling with the question of Dominos vs Papa Johns vs Pizza Hut, right ? Find out the answers to these burning questions and more (ARE ALIENS REAL?) with Rad Times Pizza aka pizza savant/consultant Angelo Womack; the man who may or may not have first put honey on pizza in NYC. (He DID). @radtimespizza Mentions: @robertaspizza @maintenancephase @meow__wolf @bardemanarctic @lindustriebk @mikeshothoney @joshbrolin @wolfgangpuck @brooklyngrange @oonihq @scarrspizza @difaranyc
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S1 Ep 8: Tira Johnson; Sommelier
08/12/2024
S1 Ep 8: Tira Johnson; Sommelier
Calling all wine lovers, award winning sommelier Tira Johnson joins us on the pod this week. If you've always wanted to improve your wine knowledge but wondered where to start, this episode is for you. We discuss what wines to always have in your fridge, does screw top means it's not as good, disco balls AND does fancy glassware really matter? Break out a bottle and drink with us on this episode sure to leave you thirsty & a little smarter. @tira__johnson Mentions: @ilisnyc @themulberrybar @beautyandessexnyc @terroirny @crownshynyc @nomacph @cotekoreansteakhouse @victoria___james @aldosohm @zev_rovine @jennyfrancois @patrickwine @monteriocellars @brooklynwineexchange @sdestio @l__eaux @jupiter.newyork @hawksmoornyc @two_robbers @peasantnyc @ritasodi @larinabrooklyn @fourhorsemenbk @gage.and.tollner @doordivebedstuy @pauliegee @greenbergsbagels @maamaphobk @chezfifinyc
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S1 Ep 7: Steve Raggiani; CEO 8it App
08/05/2024
S1 Ep 7: Steve Raggiani; CEO 8it App
On this episode, food entrepreneur Steve Raggiani joins the ladies in the studio to talk SO.MUCH.FOOD. From going in, to coming out, the conversation turns "shitty". They talk creation of Steve's food app 8it, growing up in an Italian restaurant family, IG collab etiquette and the MOST important question; always ask, "What's in the bag?!" Join us for another delicious week. @steve8it @8itapp MENTIONS: @lacubananyc @eatmeaty @saborchef @lindustriebk @mamas_too @lucia.newyork @sandplunch @thaidiner @roundk_by_sol @rolosnyc @radiobakerynyc @cafehimalaya_nyc @greatnynoodletown @cervosnyc @lilfrankies @smoke_sweats @arrocesnyc @chefgreeny @eatnewschool @ramenbyra @happybullpizza @greenbergsbagels @emiliosballato @goldendinerny @rafsnewyork
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S1 Ep 6: Chef Isabel Lee; Forsyth Fire Escape
07/29/2024
S1 Ep 6: Chef Isabel Lee; Forsyth Fire Escape
Chef Isabel Lee of Forsyth Fire Escape sits down with Lala & Judith to discuss how the bucket drop burrito came to life! The ladies talk female led entrepreneurship with a side of fried chicken & ice cream. They also discuss corporate career pivots, how social media can blow your shit up, growing a business from pop up to brick & mortar, and how sometimes, ya just gotta jump. @forsythfireescape @isa_belly Mentions: @calabama @hungryartistny @mottstreetgirls @stirfryguru @prettyrickysbar @ollyollyny @howlinrays @thecommodorebars @pecking_house @mamas_too @scarrspizza @lindustriebk @eat.namkeen
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