Pooch Rivera: A Culinary Connoisseur in the Heart of New Orleans

Send us a text Join us as we serve up a flavorful feast for your ears! This episode is a culinary celebration, as we navigate the rich tapestry of New Orleans' food culture and its captivating history. Our special guest, Pooch Rivera, a renowned figure in the restaurant business, shares his fascinating journey from his father's influence and early passion for cooking to his current success. With him, we taste a marvelous dish concocted by our very own Chef Jonathan Rodriguez, Chef Jeffrey, Veronica, Richard, and John, featuring black garlic sake, miso glazed Creekstone Farms coulotte . This dish, along with many others, takes center stage in our expanding podcast lineup and new subscription-based recipe offering. But the banquet doesn't stop there. We continue to tantalize your palate as barbecue legend Moe Cason ushers us into the world of Introducing the SupraCut System - the automated solution that enhances safety, quality, and efficiency, cutting up to 120 perfect citrus wedges per minute, 6 times faster than manual. Patented tech delivers uniform slices, reducing waste and eliminating plastic, while the hygienic, contactless design lowers contamination and injuries, integrating seamlessly to transform your operations and improve profitability - get started at SupraCut.com and ask about risk-free trials. Elevate your dining experience with RAK Porcelain USA! As the exclusive tableware brand for the Walk-In Talk Podcast, RAK combines exceptional craftsmanship with innovative design. Whether you're a chef, a restaurant owner, or a food enthusiast, RAK's high-quality porcelain products will enhance every meal. Discover the artistry of food presentation and make every dining occasion special. Visit rakporcelain.com today and see how RAK can transform your table Get ready to innovate and organize your work space with Metro ! As the industry leader in storage & productivity solutions, Metro is here to transform and organize your kitchen With their premium solutions, you'll experience the Metro difference. Metro's sturdy and versatile shelving units, workstations, holding cabinets, and utility carts are designed to streamline operations and maximize your productivity. Don't settle for imitators! Metro products last lon The following brands and companies help us continue supporting the food industry - have a look below! Support the show Walk-In Talk Podcast Where kitchen culture meets raw storytelling. Hosted by Carl Fiadini, founder of Walk-In Talk Media, this #1 Apple-ranked food podcast dives deep with chefs, restaurateurs, farmers, and frontline pros. From trade shows to short films, we bring the food world to life—one honest conversation at a time. We're the Official Podcast Partner for the NY, CA & FL Restaurant Shows, Pizza Tomorrow Summit, and U.S. Culinary Open . Brand Partners: RAK Porcelain USA Metro Foodservice SupraCut Systems Aussie Select Crab Island Seafood Pass the Honey The Burnt Chef Project Citrus America Walk-In Talk Media proudly serves as the North American media partner for The Burnt Chef Project, supporting mental health in hospitality. 📩 Partner or pitch a story: Carl@thewalkintalk.com