Podcast
614 feast
Hosted by Anthony O'Connell · EN
Casual chats with local restaurateurs, food influencers, and friends. Restaurant owners origin stories, business tips, their favorite munchies, and top 3 Columbus, Ohio restaurants. The best food podcast in the 614 hosted by Anthony O’Connell, Columbus, Ohio’s most honest food reviewer.
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All Things Italian with Chef Anthony Fancelli of Lola & Giuseppe’s
Apr 11, 2025Tap to summarizeAll Things Italian with One of Columbus’ Most Passionate Chefs. Join 614 feast podcast for a mouthwatering conversation with Chef Anthony Fancelli of Lola & Giuseppe’s! Origin story, hear about his all-time favorite food film moment (the iconic garlic scene from Goodfellas), and learn why his best meal ever was at Speck in Columbus, Ohio. If you’re craving authentic Italian flavors and behind-the-scenes insights, this episode is a must-listen!
Transcribe →All Things Pizza with Mikey's Late Night Slice Founder, Mike Sorboro!
Jan 23, 2025Tap to summarizeJoin 614 feast for a casual chat with Mike Sorboro, the mastermind behind Mikey’s Late Night Slice—a true Columbus icon. In this episode, we explore the story behind Mikey’s Late Night Slice, Mike Sorboro shares how he turned a simple idea—meeting the demand for pizza by the slice in the Short North—into a multi-unit pizza empire spanning multiple cities. From a tiny shack in a former used car lot office to thriving pizzerias, Mikey’s journey is a true bootstrap success story.We cover everything from their legendary sauces, the challenges of expansion, branding, choosing new locations, and of course, what makes their pizza some of the best in Columbus. Whether you’re a pizza lover or an entrepreneur looking for inspiration, you don’t want to miss this one!Watch now on YouTube and listen wherever you get your podcasts!
Transcribe →Is Ana Shawarma Serving the Best Halal Food in Columbus? A Chat with Azee Raghbat
Jan 9, 2025Tap to summarizeIn this episode of 614 feast podcast, I sit down with Azee Raghbat, the owner of Ana Shawarma and founder of the soon-to-open Auzy’s Pizza & Chicken, launching in 2025! Azee shares the incredible origin story of his restaurant journey, from a humble food truck to a thriving ghost kitchen and fast-growing business. His pro tip for Taco Bell hot sauces, what it’s like working nonstop to support his success, and his top 3 best restaurants in Columbus, Ohio. Plus, we talk about where to find the best halal food in the city and much more!
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Forager and Chef Lorenzo Tavani Dishes on Nature's Bounty
Mar 1, 2024Tap to summarizeChef Lorenzo Tavani is passionate about food, nutrition, and the origins of our ingredients. We talk psilocybin mushrooms, foraging class followed by a dinner party. Meal prepping can save time and money while boosting your health. SAVE 30% on your Yellowbird Foodshed order with code 614feast
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Next Level Chef and Seasoning Innovator Monika Arora
Feb 13, 2024Tap to summarizeColumbus, Ohio chef, author, and tv personality, Monika Arora’s culinary journey is as rich as her spice blends. Growing up in a family restaurant in upstate New York, Monika's roots in food run deep. From launching a beloved spice line and authoring cookbooks, to her appearance on Next Level Chef, Monika's story is feast worthy!
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Khanh Le on 614 feast podcast
Jan 30, 2024Tap to summarizeKhanh Le, the owner of Lan Viet. Traditional Vietnamese cuisine and its evolving presence in the Midwest. The rich tapestry of Vietnamese food, highlighting the regional variations that make this cuisine so diverse. Khanh's ghost kitchen made a Banh Mi Chopped Cheese. A sneak peek into 'Common Rice', a new rice bowl concept set to debut at the Grandview market. Lan Viet's most popular items are Pho and Banh Mi. Khanh also opened up about past setbacks, including a failed restaurant venture in 2016. His unpopular opinion: Columbus, Ohio pizza is overrated.
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Wayne Lewis: Insights from MasterChef S13 and Beyond
Dec 15, 2023Tap to summarizeWayne Lewis, founder / owner of 614 Magazine and 614 media group. Master chef season 13 semifinalist. We talk restaurant week, 614 beer from Wolf’s Ridge Brewing. Home cooking pro tips and check out his website for cooking inspiration: 60minutechef.com. 614 feast podcast Columbus Ohio’s food podcast.
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Cupcakes by Lindsey and Rose Dough Donuts
Nov 30, 2023Tap to summarize614 feast podcast episode featuring Rose Dough Donuts and Cupcakes by Lindsey Columbus, Ohio’s exquisite desserts with Katie, who crafts Brioche, Old Fashioneds, and Crullers Lindsey makes artisan cupcakes and cookies. We discuss their largest orders, customer challenges, Columbus's best pizza, favorite burger styles, and many more tantalizing topics. the sweetest podcast in Columbus, Ohio
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Creole 2 Geaux: From Food Truck to Brick-and-Mortar
Nov 6, 2023Tap to summarizeJanvier and Sharif's Creole 2 Geaux is a Columbus, Ohio gem, serving Cajun-Creole favorites like gumbo, po' boys, and more. Inspired by Janvier's great-great-aunt, legendary chef Leah Chase, From the Disney character Princess Tiana to the civil rights movement, Leah Chase's impact danced through history—and now through Creole 2 Geaux's very essence. 614 feast Columbus Ohio's favorite food podcast
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Best cheesesteak in Columbus, Ohio
Oct 20, 2023Tap to summarizeColumbus Ohio's best cheesesteak: Marlow's Cheesesteaks, evolving from a simple water ice shop to a renowned Gahanna restaurant. Experience a Philadelphia classic in Ohio, rivaling even Pat's and Geno's. Explore top 3 Columbus, Ohio eateries like Lola and Giuseppe's, Hoyo's, and Los Guachos, also dive into the Reading Terminal vs. North Market debate. Indulge in a world of cheesesteaks.
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