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The Twin Cities' longest running food and restaurant podcast. An audio mukbang long after either of those were a thing. **Currently rebuilding the feed after a major site move. Go to FancyPantsGangsters.com for more complete archives**

Episodes

  1. Oct 27

    Episode 825 - Fall Forward

    Between all the squash and crow* talk, it just feels like autumn. The guys return to Kyatchi almost 12 years to the day of thier original appearance (actually in episode 318, not 313), and while the topics may have shifted, the commitment to sushi and Japanese sandwiches remains unmoving. Evan talks about his trip to Grackle in the Restaurant Capital Of Minnesota and his Halloween plans, while Dave previews his upcoming seniors cruise and his recent forays into Duluth highlights Pickwick and Va Bene. On top of that, a little gourd love gives the show a nice little nutty finish. Supply your own joke here. *Ok, technically grackles are not crows, but they are blackbirds with creepy staring eyes, so they are kind of like less-imposing crows that would still cut you for looking at them funny. Editor's Note - Kyatchi is, in fact, non-tipping so our comments regarding prices should also consider that. For pennies a day, you too can support your favorite local restaurant podcast. Contribute now with Patreon! Well Fed Waypoints 02:25 - Live From Kyatchi 04:25 - Sandwich Lust 06:30 - Food Has Arrived - Dave's Negihama Roll And Evan's Hotate Yuzu Roll 09:56 - Evan's Grackle Trip 11:49 - Dave's Tarasando 13:57 - Evan's Tonkatsu Sandiwch 17:45 - Evan's Shochu Sour And Dave's Toki Highball 21:22 - Grackle 33:15 - Dave's Duluth Trip - Va Bene 35:26 - Duluth Continued - Pickwick 39:21 - Squash Talk 45:07 - Halloween Plans 48:50 - Dave's Cruise 51:22 - Final Thoughts

    Episode 825 - Fall Forward

  2. Oct 13

    Episode 824 - Aftertaste

    Soon to be a major film starring Will Smith, we don't hope. Lots of geographical confusion this week, as they can't figure out what neighborhood INTI is in, where Dave's hotel is, or in fact where anything is in space or time. But who needs situational awareness when you have momos? Dave recalls his trip to Kansas City and is still reeling from getting a hug at Gates BBQ, while Evan talks about his trip to Taste Of The Wild and offers an apology to all fans of women's sports. He also utters the phrase "sweet Tibetan Macaroni & Cheese" which sounds like a bizarre old-man exclamation, which would fit because he is a bizarre old man. For pennies a day, you too can support your favorite local restaurant podcast. Contribute now with Patreon! Well Fed Waypoints 01:38 - Live From INTI 05:21 - Midwestern Respect 06:49 - Dave's KC Trip 17:31 - Food Has Arrived - Evan's Cranberry Curry Cheese Puffs And Sha Bahklep 19:40 - Dave's Tibetan Egg Rolls 21:59 - Kansas City Revisited 30:23 - Food Has Not Arrived? 34:11 - Dave's Momos And Tibetan "Coleslaw" 38:39 - Taste Of The Wild Update 50:55 - Evan's Apology 54:08 - Final Thoughts

    Episode 824 - Aftertaste

  3. Oct 6

    Episode 823 - Bedeviled

    Harsh truths ahead. How appropriate that the guys confront their waning coolness in a place like Bill's Bait Shop And Bar, a place built on the coolness of nostalgia? Plus any talk about the good old days is always best done over the ideal deviled egg portion, even if they are a little lopsided. Dave highlights his weekend of sadness (not real sadness, so don't feel bad for making fun of him), while Evan just laments having to use muscles. Lots of fish and chips talk, both together and seperate, and not a pip pip or a cheerio to be heard. I'm not sure if we shoudl be proud or not. For pennies a day, you too can support your favorite local restaurant podcast. Contribute now with Patreon!

    Episode 823 - Bedeviled

  4. Sep 29

    Episode 822 - Sticky Wickets

    It's a cricket joke, see? Yeah we don't understand what is going on, either, but that's just part of the confusion that abounds on this episode. I mean, when Burger Press & Shawarma Cart can't figure out what they are, how can we be expected to keep it together? Evan gives an update on the website and makes some questionable metaphors for marriage and divorce, while Dave discovers Sprite and talks about his trip to Ike's in Minnetonka (Downtown Ike's RIP). Plus up to the minute cricket updates from someone who is deeply, deeply confused. For pennies a day, you too can support your favorite local restaurant podcast. Contribute now with Patreon! Well Fed Waypoints 02:12 - Live From Burger Press & Shwarma Cart 04:47 - Questionable Marriage Metaphors 05:50 - Cricket And Beeps (No Relation) 08:34 - Food Has Arrived - Evan's Oklahoma Burger 11:57 - Dave's Shwarma Burrito 16:46 - The Buoyancy Of Citris 23:50 - Website Update 29:27 - Lets Shift Those Paradigms At Ike's 35:48 - Kid's Meals 40:24 - Butt Sandwich 44:53 - Final Thoughts

    Episode 822 - Sticky Wickets

  5. Sep 4

    Episode 821 - The Van Patten Line

    In the words of one of the greatest bald men in history, the line must be drawn here! Evan and Dave brave....well the crowds during this day's Minnesota State Fair weren't really needing bravery, which was good, because bravery is hard and we are lazy. That doesn't mean we didn't scour the midway and beyond for some of the best and worst treats of the fair, of course. And while Dave did rely on some outside world-threatening help for this week's show, it certainly wouldn't blow up in his face, would it? In addition to the State Fair Forced March, the guys also discuss Dolly Parton (both kinds: originals and covers), Evan debuts a new sports channel and Dave pays for a mistake. For pennies a day, you too can support your favorite local restaurant podcast. Contribute now with Patreon! Well Fed Waypoints 00:44 - Live From The State Fair 02:57 - Is Eight Enough? 07:13 - Dockside Poppers And Lakeshore Lemonade @ Summer Lakes Boathouse 22:27 - Watermelon Mint Limeade & Banana Butterscotch Barn Raiser @ The Farmer's Union 30:26 - Sligo Slider Bites @ O'Gara's 51:34 - Prickly Pear & Orange Aqua Fresca And Chorizo Croquettes @ Paella Depot 01:06:58 - Hmong Corndog From Union Hmong Kitchen & Tacos De Mole From El Burrito Mercado @ International Bazaar 01:21:28 - Ube Cheescake Wonts And Salted Mango Yuzuade @ Saturday Dumpling Company 01:38:03 - Where Is Your AI God Now? 01:40:09 - Butter Brew Mustache Pretzel @ Blue Moon Diner 01:47:00 - Final Thoughts

    Episode 821 - The Van Patten Line

  6. Aug 27

    Episode 820 - States Of Fairness

    More like State Un-Fair, amirite? Actually the State Fair is innocent for now, as this is just our 2026 State Fair Preview show. You can find all this year's new foods here. This show is live from Mai Thai, which is not at the State Fair as far as we can tell. But before we can get to that, Evan has to deal with the twin horrors of working clothes driers and going out to a concert. It's a miracle he made it onto the show, I tell you. For pennies a day, you too can support your favorite local restaurant podcast. Contribute now with Patreon! Well Fed Waypoints 00:32 - And Now, A Conversation Already In Progress... 01:55 - Live From Mai Thai...Or My Thai? 04:00 - Homeownership Woes 08:47 - Target Field War Crimes 14:19 - Just The Tip 16:44 - Food Has Arrived - Dave's Fresh Spring Rolls 19:17 - State Fair Preview 20:11 - Evan's Octopus Puffs 22:38 - State Fair Preview Continued 32:02 - Dave's Peanut Noodles 33:03 - Evan's Drunken Noodles 01:05:13 - Final Thoughts

    Episode 820 - States Of Fairness

  7. Aug 18

    Episode 819 - Life Is Too Good

    It's when we can't find something to complain about that you'll know we have been replaced with AI. Sometimes a person just needs mac and cheese. And now that Animales has a brick-and-mortar location, that person doesn't have to hunt them like primitive humans, spears raised over their heads and shouting grunts of triumph. Which is good, because Dave and Evan suck with spears, and to be honest, the grunting could use a little work. And while normally revisiting a past location is a cause for joy, the same can not always be said about one's hometown, especially if it doesn't suck now. Dave's recent trip to Mystic Lake Ampitheater is bittersweet, and not just because the bands remind him of his impending death. Evan, ever the positive soul, talks up Cowboy Mouth and the charms of a downstairs fondue pot. Plus bonus Train Facts! For pennies a day, you too can support your favorite local restaurant podcast. Contribute now with Patreon! Well Fed Waypoints 00:47 - Trouble's Brewin'? 02:50 - I Never Could Get The Hang Of Thursdays 04:19 - Live From Animales BBQ 05:54 - Dave's Dangerous Man Kolsch 06:48 - Dave's Ribs, Mac & Cheese, Boracho Beans 10:00 - Evan's Mac & Cheese & Turkey BLT 12:56 - First Impressions 17:32 - Beans Are A-Changin' 21:56 - Mystic Amphitheater (AKA We Are So Wrong) 29:15 - Life Is Too Good 39:15 - Giveaway Sale 50:14 - Final Thoughts 55:39 - Train Facts

    Episode 819 - Life Is Too Good

  8. Aug 5

    Episode 818 - Man Things

    If we broke into the manosphere, it wouldn't be the worst thing. Think of all the supplements we'd get for cheap! Dave and Evan find a little bit of Burger Narnia as they enter into Station 280, which may not look like much on the outside but brings the "local bar hangout" energy that they sorely needed. Dave continues to experience houselessness, being forced to endure the parched wasteland of…North Loop? Evan, in the meantime, once again shows problematic views toward Minnesota Sports. Collectively the guys try to figure out the appeal of Chicken Salad Chick and forget Craft & Crew's name again. Evan deals with some Trickster Tacos and delicious sandwiches from Aki's Trailhead Cafe and Dave gives a recommendation for Manger should you find yourself in Bayport. You know, for bay things. For pennies a day, you too can support your favorite local restaurant podcast. Contribute now with Patreon! Well Fed Waypoints 01:04 - Live From Station 280 05:59 - Dave's Still Houseless 11:11 - Man Problems 15:39 - North Loop Is A District 18:05 - Putt Shack 20:28 - Food Has Arrived - Evan's Bbq Bacon Burger 23:34 - Mn Sports 26:55 - Dave's Patty Melt 29:28 - Evan's Adventures - Trickster Tacos 34:19 - Aki's Trailhead 38:34 - Chicken Salad Chicks? 46:25 - Manger 51:20 - Final Thoughts

    Episode 818 - Man Things
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The Twin Cities' longest running food and restaurant podcast. An audio mukbang long after either of those were a thing. **Currently rebuilding the feed after a major site move. Go to FancyPantsGangsters.com for more complete archives**

Information

  • Creator
    Fancy Pants Gangsters
  • Years Active
    2008 - 2026
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2008-2026
  • Show Website
    The Well Fed Guide To Life

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