Amused Bouche

Queen City Podcast Network

Food-obsessed friends Jen and Abby share their Iron Chef-style food battles, reading Yelp reviews in-character, and culinary hot-takes.

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92 episodes
Updated June 29
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Mar 3, 2025 · 28 min
Giving Back with Kristin Young of Ronald McDonald House
To kick off our series on giving back, Kristin Young of Ronald McDonald House brings some high energy to the studio to talk about the mission of RMH and how to get involved to bring home-cooked comfort to the families staying there.
Feb 10, 2025 · 18 min
Season 5: We're Baaack!
Description: Jen and Abby return to the studio after an eventful break and look forward to the exciting season ahead. Just don't ask them what season it is. Numbers are hard.
Feb 7, 2025 · 4 min
One of Our Own
Friend of the pod Rob Clement recently lost his beloved wife and mother of their two young children. We invite our listeners to join us in extending heartfelt condolences and support to Rob and his family.
Oct 22, 2024 · 27 min
Batch #68 - Chef Kriss Harvey LIVE: National Pastry Conference
One more time! Live from 2024 PastryCon, Abby and Jen welcome Chef Kriss Harvey, award-winning pastry chef, chocolatier, and author, to talk cross-cultural influence, the importance of learning from the masters, and keeping chocolate the main player in chocolate making - fine by us! Learn more (and check out his e-book) at krissharvey.com
Sep 30, 2024 · 22 min
Batch #67 - Chef Adriano Zumbo LIVE: National Pastry Conference
Coming to you live from the 2024 National Pastry Conference in Charlotte NC, international superstar Chef (and Dark Lord of Pastry) ADRIANO ZUMBO sits down for a chat with Amused Bouche and reminds each of us to follow our passion: you never know where it might lead you.
Sep 9, 2024 · 29 min
Batch #66 - 2024 NCRLA Chef Showdown
After a year of waiting, the Chef Showdown is back! Jen and Abby recount their experience at the final event, where the best culinary and mixology talent across NC served guests sweet and savory bites featuring local North Carolina ingredients.
Aug 19, 2024 · 50 min
Batch #65: Tommy Trull, Peppervine
From mime to wine, Tommy Trull has had quite a journey to his current role as GM and Wine Director at Peppervine. Tune in to learn what kind of cheese ignited the shift, geek out about wine for a while, and then run, don’t walk, to Peppervine to try the insanely good food and wine pairings they’re serving up with passion.
Jul 29, 2024 · 23 min
Batch #64 - Justin Fry, JF Chocolat & National Pastry Conference
Join Jen & Abby at the National Pastry Conference in Charlotte, NC August 29-31! Justin Fry shares delicious details about the competition and how you can get involved. Hobbyists and pros, get your applications in soon: entries close July 31. Tickets on sale now at www.pastrycon.com
Jul 22, 2024 · 24 min
Batch #63- Battle Afternoon Tea
Put on your fascinators, friends - it's Battle Afternoon Tea! Marking the end of the long battle hiatus, Jen and Abby duke it out for best pairing with secret ingredients selected way back in Batch #61. Spoiler alert: there were no losers.
Jul 8, 2024 · 25 min
Batch #62: Mary Wilson, Thoughtful Baking Co
Jen and Abby welcome farmers market favorite Mary Wilson of Thoughtful Baking Co into the studio. Mary's baking up more than just pies...she's making it easier for you to find locally-made comfort food in the Queen City.
Jun 17, 2024 · 28 min
Batch #61
Another jam-packed session in the studio, Jen and Abby are inspired by the Ballantyne Hotel to set the stage for another food battle. They drool over their memories of a recent visit to Panzu, a must-visit restaurant and brewery in Mint Hill, and Jen and Abby reflect on recent unexpected cocktail experiences.
May 27, 2024 · 22 min
Batch #60 One Indulgent Batch
This is one indulgent batch, friends. Join Jen and Abby at Prime Fish Cellar as they sample sake, champagne, sashimi, and...the highlight of the evening...caviar! The team, led by General Manager Bill Cox, shares their immense knowledge and passion to help us learn a thing or two about this whole new world. Tune in to hear about all the incredible gourmet provisions you can take home from Prime Fish Cellar today.
May 6, 2024 · 26 min
Batch #59 - The Big Weekend
Still floating on air, Jen and Abby regale listeners with their recent jam-packed foodie weekend featuring Phil Rosenthal and the return of Charlotte Wine + Food Week's Grand Tasting. In an attempt to sow division, the ladies share some of their culinary hot takes. Don't @ us.
Apr 15, 2024 · 37 min
Batch 58 - Season 4 Premiere
Jen and Abby return to the studio to highlight Charlotte Wine & Food Week April 16-21. Abby brings some treats (and a few tricks) from her travels through Europe.
Apr 12, 2024 · 1 min
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT FROM AMUSED BOUCHE
Amused Bouche Season 4 coming April 15 PLUS a special announcement.
Dec 11, 2023 · 24 min
Batch #57: McKenzie Cunningham of Queen's Hand Collaborative
Kenzy Cunningham of Queen's Hand Collaborative is the friend we didn't know we needed. Kenzy shows us what it means to hustle and build a business with purpose: Queen's Hand Collaborative supports local (and often women-owned) beverage businesses to grow and succeed in this fast-paced, competitive industry.
Oct 23, 2023 · 31 min
Batch #56: Featured Foodie - Your Braisen Chef at Mariah's Taco Spot
Our next Featured Foodie takes us to Pins Mechanical where a unique food truck awaits
Oct 9, 2023 · 36 min
Batch 55: Fall Fun
Jen and Abby reflect on their favorite autumnal traditions and share some NC State Fair news.
Sep 25, 2023 · 58 min
Batch 54: Community Matters Cafe
Chayil Johnson, Executive Chef at Community Matters Cafe, brings more than just pastries to the studio for this batch
Sep 11, 2023 · 36 min
Batch 53 - Sub One Hoagie House
The premiere of our new segment, "Featured Foodie" where we ask notable Charlotteans to take us to their favorite spots around town.