Foodie and the Beast - Aug. 18, 2024

Hosted by David and Nycci Nellis.

On today’s show:

·        Janon Costley, one of the founders of Shinju Whisky, is with us. Shinju means "pearl" in Japanese and symbolizes something precious and rare, which this, the first Black-founded and -led Japanese whisky company surely is;                                                                                                               

·        Apapacho is the new taqueria at Union Market’s La Cosecha. It’s the brainchild of the husband-and-wife team of Chef Alam Mendez and Pastry Chef Elisa Reyna, who offer their take on a vibrant and authentic taste of Mexican street food;                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

·        Anna Claire Walker is the director of marketing and storytelling for District Bridges, an ecosystem development nonprofit that works in Wards 1, 2 and 3 to build bridges between community engagement and economic development opportunities so individuals, businesses, and organizations can thrive together;                                                                                                                                                                    &nb