# ratf (podcasts) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover ratf. Page: Feed: --- ## [#459 Oswaldo Bibiano - Bar S7ete and Smart Donkey](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/459-oswaldo-bibiano-bar-s7ete-and-smart-donkey) _2026-08-21 · Right at the Fork_ Right at the Fork is supported by: Zupan's Markets: www.zupans.com RingSide SteakHouse: www.RingSideSteakhouse.com Portland Food Adventures: www.PortlandFoodAdventures.com We are pleased to have caught up with Chef Oswaldo Bibiano upon the opening of his latest venture, Bar S7ete. We discuss his very popular former restaurant, Autentica, and how much of that menu and vibe he's bringing to Bar… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_459_Oswaldo_Bibiano.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [RATF Classic: #448 Maylin Chavez - Nacar and Travel to Oaxaca](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/ratf-classic-448-maylin-chavez-nacar-and-travel-to-oaxaca) _2026-08-15 · Right at the Fork_ We look back at our conversation from earlier this year with Maylin Chavez. Right at the Fork is supported by: Zupan's Markets: www.zupans.com RingSide SteakHouse: www.RingsideSteakHouse.com Portland Food Adventures: www.PortlandFoodAdventures.com It's a pleasure to have Maylin Chavez join us again. This time, we talk about her latest venture, Nacar, and how she enjoys doing pop ups now versus… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_448R_Maylin_Chavez.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#458 Chris' Fish and Chips Update](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/458-chris-fish-and-chips-update) _2026-08-07 · Right at the Fork_ Host Chris Angeles revisits his favorite fish and chips spots along the Oregon coast, sharing updates and new favorites after a decade. Discover the best places to enjoy fresh seafood, explore coastal towns, and plan your next coastal trip. Listen to the whole episode for a rundown of a over a decade of Chris' faves. ORIGINAL POST Host Chris Angelus loves his fish and chips, and has a few faves… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_458_Fish_Chips_Coast.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [RATF Classic: #409 Lalo Camarena - Now at The Malarkey, when he was at República](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/ratf-classic-409-lalo-camarena-now-at-the-malarkey-when-he-was-at-repblica) _2026-07-31 · Right at the Fork_ We look back at our conversation with Chef Josa Lalo Camarena - now at the Malarkey, when he was at República. Original post from February 2025. This is a must-listen. Chef Jose Camarena, Executive Chef at Portland's highly regarded República, may just be the youngest guest of over 400 on our podcast. But you wouldn't know it if we hadn't drawn attention to that fact. At just 24, he's in a… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_R409_Jose_Lalo_Camarena.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#457 James Malarkey - The Malarkey and Hawkeye & Huckleberry](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/457-james-malarkey-the-malarkey-and-hawkeye-huckleberry) _2026-07-24 · Right at the Fork_ A fun interview, James Malarkey joins Chris to discuss his family history from his great grandfather's lumber company beginnings, which led to Portland's Malarkey Roofing, to now, the opening of The Malarkey in the former Oba! space in the heart of Portland's Pearl District. James talks about his celebrity-chef brother's culinary journey. which has its roots planted in culinary school in Portland.… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_457_James_Malarkey.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#456 David Sigal - Gabbiano's & James Beard Public Market](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/456-david-sigal-gabbianos-james-beard-public-market) _2026-07-17 · Right at the Fork_ Gabbiano's and Gabby's David Sigel takes some time to share his journey from studying Chinese history at Lewis and Clark, and then his experience working at a club in Beijing. After his eyes opened to the food scene with visits to places like Clyde Common and Olympic Provisions, he was drawn bac to working at and opening restaurants in Portland. We talk about what's changing in restaurant… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_456_David_Sigal.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#455 Carrie Welch - Where is she now? Professor | formerly of Little Green Pickle and Feast Portland](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/455-carrie-welch-where-is-she-now-professor-formerly-of-little-green-pickle-and-feast-portland) _2026-07-10 · Right at the Fork_ A blast from the past! Carrie Welch—former owner and operator of the PR firm Little Green Pickle and co-founder of Portland's world-class food festival, Feast Portland—joins us from Camillus, New York, to talk about her new career in academia. After leaving Portland when COVID-19 hit and closing her businesses, Carrie is now an adjunct professor at Syracuse University. In this episode, she… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_455_Carrie_Welch.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [ENCORE - #454 Richard Matusow - Carioca Bowls](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/encore-455-richard-matusaw-carioca-bowls) _2026-07-02 · Right at the Fork_ We welcome Richard Matusow to the podcast to talk about his eye-opening journey to Rio de Janiero at the turn of the century, where he discovered the wonders of the superfood açai. That led to a new career. On his way to opening Carioca Bowls in Portland, he learned what he could about a açai, working for a premier company in the industry. Now, Carioca Bowls on Alberta, has a loyal following of… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_454_Richard_Matusaw_2.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#454 Richard Matusow - Carioca Bowls](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/455-richard-matusaw-carioca-bowls) _2026-06-26 · Right at the Fork_ We welcome Richard Matusow to the podcast to talk about his eye-opening journey to Rio de Janiero at the turn of the century, where he discovered the wonders of the superfood açai. That led to a new career. On his way to opening Carioca Bowls in Portland, he learned what he could about a açai, working for a premier company in the industry. Now, Carioca Bowls on Alberta, has a loyal following of… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_454_Richard_Matusaw_1.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#453 - @GarytheFoodie and Portland's 2026 James Beard Award Winners](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/453-garythefoodie-and-portlands-2026-james-beard-award-winners) _2026-06-19 · Right at the Fork_ Right at the Fork is made possible by: Zupan's Markets: www.zupans.com RingSide SteakHouse: www.RingSideSteakhouse.com Portland Food Adventures: www.PortlandFoodAdventures.com Friend of the podcast Gary Okazaki joins us once again to lend his thoughts about the current Portland (and elsewhere) James Beard Award winners. No one is better qualified to discuss this than Gary, especially since two of… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_453_Gary_James_Beard_26.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [Point a Domain, Start a Pit (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/U5ygceN61Sxy) _2026-06-19 · **Sponsored**_ Point any domain to a blacked-out, poison-green coming-soon page with an email waitlist. ## [#452 Piyanut (PJ) Sampaotong - Hua Hin](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/452-piyanut-pj-sampaotong-hua-hin) _2026-06-12 · Right at the Fork_ We are joined by Piyanut of Hua Hin to discuss his journey toward opening and operating his fresh new Thai restaurant on Hawthorne Blvd. PJ talks about his mother's influence on his career, as well as some instances in Vancouver, BC that led to his professional growth. We enjoy a glimpse into the kitchen and Piyanut's philosophy for creating an atmosphere positive for both team members and guests.… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_452_Piyanut_Sampaotong.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [RATF Classic: #450 Jaco Smith - Lechon](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/ratf-classic-450-jaco-smith-lechon) _2026-06-05 · Right at the Fork_ It's an instant classic with Jaco Smith! Listen for details on how you can travel with Chef Jaco and Chris Angelus to South Africa. ORIGINAL EPISODE POST: In our first episode where we discuss the influence of Apartheid on a guest, Jaco Smith talks about his remarkable journey from South Africa, where his mother cooked for diplomats when he was a child, to cruise ships and high end hospitality in… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_R450_Jaco_Smith.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#451 Gary Okazaki's Happy Hour Roundup](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/451-gary-okazakis-happy-hour-roundup) _2026-05-22 · Right at the Fork_ At a time when budget dining is becoming less possible, Gary Okazaki (@garythefoodie) joins us once again to review his latest Happy Hour finds in Portland. As always, the conversation wafts into the unexpected and surely provides us with a list of places to try. We also talk about some Summer openings in Portland. Right at the Fork is made possible by: Zupan's Markets: www.zupans.com RingSide… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_451_Gary_O.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#450 Jaco Smith - Lechon](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/450-jaco-smith-lechon) _2026-05-15 · Right at the Fork_ In our first episode where we discuss the influence of Apartheid on a guest, Jaco Smith talks about his remarkable journey from South Africa, where his mother cooked for diplomats when he was a child, to cruise ships and high end hospitality in the USA deep south, to Portland and Lechon. If anyone is interested in going deeper into this podcast, why not travel with Jaco and have HIM take you to… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_450_Jaco_Smith.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [RATF Classic: #431 Amanda Cannon-Windquist and Judson Windquist - Sunday Sauce and Normandie](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/ratf-classic-431-amanda-cannon-windquist-and-judson-windquist-sunday-sauce-and-normandie) _2026-05-08 · Right at the Fork_ In this classic episode of Right at the Fork, we head back to November of 2025 and our conversation with Amanda Cannon Windquist and Judson Windquist of Sunday Sauce. ORIGINAL POST: In a fun interview, we welcome Amanda Cannon Windquist and husband Judson to the podcast, just after they opened their newest venture in Portland, Sunday Sauce. We talk about their journey and inspiration for Sunday… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_R431_Amanda_Judson.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#449 Christopher Czarnecki - The Joel Palmer House](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/449-christopher-czarnecki-the-joel-palmer-house) _2026-04-24 · Right at the Fork_ Christopher Czarnecki, is the chef-owner of Joel Palmer House in Dayton. a fourth-generation family restaurant specializing in wild mushrooms, now based in a historic 1857 house in the heart of Oregon wine country. The restaurant is well-known as a must visit destination while visiting the wine country. We talk with Christopher about his family's roots in Pennsylvania, why they moved to Oregon,… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_449_Christopher_Czarnecki.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [RATF Classic: #432 Jake Martin - Daphne / Astoria](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/ratf-classic-432-jake-martin-daphne-astoria) _2026-04-17 · Right at the Fork_ As warmer weather approaches, many of us are heading to coast. Make sure Daphne in Astoria is on your list of to-dos. Here's our conversation with Jake Martin from last November. Original Post: Jake Martin began his culinary journey at 15, washing dishes in Northern California before moving sight unseen to Seattle in 1999. There, he taught himself the craft, working his way up through kitchens… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_R432_JakeMartin.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#448 Maylin Chavez - Nacar and Travel to Oaxaca](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/448-maylin-chavez-nacar-and-travel-to-oaxaca) _2026-04-10 · Right at the Fork_ Right at the Fork is supported by: Zupan's Markets: www.zupans.com RingSide SteakHouse: www.RingsideSteakHouse.com Portland Food Adventures: www.PortlandFoodAdventures.com It's a pleasure to have Maylin Chavez join us again. This time, we talk about her latest venture, Nacar, and how she enjoys doing pop ups now versus owning her own brick and mortar restaurant. Maylin goes into her background… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_448_Maylin_Chavez.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#447 Meg Cotner - Bridgetown Bites April '26 Update](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/447-meg-cotner-bridgetown-bites-april-26-update) _2026-04-03 · Right at the Fork_ With the recent sale of Portland Monthly, local media's coverage of the Portland food scene is surely less voluminous. But there is one person and her small team, Meg Cotner, publishing her Bridgetown Bites, online and via email push multiple times each week. We took the opportunity once again to talk to Meg about what's new and upcoming in Portland. Also, we have a discssion of the business of… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_447_Meg_Cotner.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#446 Patrick McKee - Estes](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/446-patrick-mckee-estes) _2026-03-27 · Right at the Fork_ C hef Patrick McKee joins us for the third time on the podcast, sharing his journey of opening Estes through its popup iterations to now, his brick and mortar restaurant in the heart of a great restaurant block. We talk about his influences from Italy and family and of course, his mentor Vitaly Paley , and his vision for creating a space that honors heritage and community. We touch on how… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_446_Patrick_McKee.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [Find it on Amazon (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ghrF5stoaOkq) _2026-03-27 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Amazon product listing to see details and availability ## [RATF Classic: #374 Don Bourassa - International Adulting and Inaugural RATF Guest](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/ratf-classic-374-don-bourassa-international-adulting-and-inaugural-ratf-guest) _2026-03-20 · Right at the Fork_ We flast back to January 2024 and our conversation with Don Bourassa. Original post: Don Bourassa was Right at the Fork's first guest ever in 2014. Back then, he was the Community Director for Yelp. Now, he's moved to Porto, Portugal with his wife and among his many endeavors, he writes on substack: International Adulting. We talk to Don about what's transpired in the ten years since his first… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_.374R_Don_Bourassa.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#445 Jackie and Adam Sappington Part 2 - Harlow, Country Cat, solpdx and their son's football journey](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/445-jackie-and-adam-sappington-part-2-harlow-country-cat-solpdx-and-their-sons-football-journey) _2026-03-13 · Right at the Fork_ In the second part of our interview with a couple with deep roots in the Portland food world, Jackie and Adam Sappington share their insights on the state of Portland's food scene and the socio economic factors that affect it. Adam shares that he remains focused on their own businesses and personal goals rather than the city as a whole, while still being aware and doing their best to serve their… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_445_Jackie_and_Adam_Sappington.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#444 Jackie and Adam Sappington Part 1 - Harlow and The Country Cat](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/444-jackie-and-adam-sappington-harlow-and-the-country-cat) _2026-03-06 · Right at the Fork_ We are thrilled to have two of the legends of the current Portland dining scene on the podcast with us, Jackie and Adam Sappington. Back in 2007, they left Wildwood to create The Country Cat, which was one of the staples of Portland's restaurant heyday. They eventually opened The Country Cat at the airport, pioneering the idea that a great local restaurant could succeed serving people coming and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_444_Jackie_and_Adam_Sappington.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [RATF Classic: #438 Dominic Finzo - The Screen Door](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/ratf-classic-438-dominic-finzo-the-screen-door) _2026-02-27 · Right at the Fork_ This week, we look back to our conversation with Dominic Finzo of The Screen Door. ORIGINAL POST: Dominic Finzo from The Screen Door restaurant in Portland joins us to talk about the iconic restaurant's 20th anniversary, which they will commemorate in 2026. Born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, Dominic's earliest memories are steeped in the comforting rhythm of Southern life—where supper was… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_R438_Dominic.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#443 Althea Grey Potter - Bar Nouveau](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/443-althea-grey-potter-bar-nouveau) _2026-02-20 · Right at the Fork_ Althea Gray Potter shares her journey of opening Bar Nouveau, a restaurant in St. John's, Portland. She discusses her initial reluctance to open a restaurant, how it all came about, how she financed it along with the support she received from loved ones and the community\\, and the significance of having a great General Manager, Heather Wallberg and how they met and agreed about the match. Althea… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_443_Althea_Grey_Potter.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#442 Judiaann Woo - Food Industry Consultant](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/442-judiaann-woo-food-industry-consultant) _2026-02-13 · Right at the Fork_ We are pleased to have been able to spend time with Judiaann Woo on our podcast. Judiaann has her pulse on the food world, which comes from a multi-faceted background and perspective , S he shares her journey from a childhood passion for food to her move to New York, where she went from the French Culinary Institute to various high level pastry chef positions, eventually realizing that the kitchen… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_442_Judiaann_Woo.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#441 Bill Oakley - Bill Oakley Culinary Events](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/441-bill-oakley-bill-oakley-culinary-events) _2026-01-30 · Right at the Fork_ H ere we are again with the awesome and fun Bill Oakley. Chris and Bill discuss the evolution of The Simpsons and the rise of adult animation, reflecting on how perceptions of cartoons have changed over the years. They delve into Bill's culinary events, emphasizing the importance of audience engagement and the unique opportunity to explore regional dishes without traveling. The discussion shifts… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_441_Bill_Oakley.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#440 Jason French - Open Kitchen (formerly of Ned Ludd)](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/440-jason-french-open-kitchen-formerly-of-ned-ludd) _2026-01-23 · Right at the Fork_ In this conversation, Jason French shares his journey of navigating the culinary landscape post-pandemic, reflecting on his experiences in Lake Oswego and the evolution of his career. He discusses the challenges of sustaining a business in the food industry, particularly the shift towards digital platforms and the need for chefs to adapt to changing consumer expectations. Jason emphasizes the… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_440_Jason_French.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#439 Edouardo Jordan - His story of his journey to the apex of the Seattle food world, the fall, and the recovery](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/439-edouardo-jordan-his-story-of-his-journey-to-the-apex-of-the-seattle-food-world-the-fall-and-the-recovery) _2026-01-16 · Right at the Fork_ Edouardo Jordan's ascent to the top of the Seattle culinary world was a long journey that started in his childhood St. Petersburg kitchen helping his mother, when given the choice of that or cleaning his room. Edouardo takes us through his high school, college and post college pursuits, one of which was working with the Tampa Bay Devil Rays to becoming a food blogger, He then decided he could do… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_439_Edouardo_Jordan.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [RATF Classic: #399 Sandra Tavares - Portugal's Travel Designer](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/ratf-classic-399-sandra-tavares-portugals-travel-designer) _2026-01-09 · Right at the Fork_ We're looking back to November 2024 and our conversation with Sandra Tavares... ORIGINAL POST: Sandra Tavares knows the people, places and things that make up a wonderful culinary and wine journey throughout Portugal. Sandra started her career as a journalist and found herself covering a burgeoning food scene, to the point where she realized she would enjoy developing tours and experiences for… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_R399_Sandra_Tavares.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [One Cloud, Every AI Layer (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Cgw8dapyqQwR) _2026-01-09 · **Sponsored**_ Run agents, inference, and infrastructure on one stack — economics improve as you scale. ## [#438 Dominic Finzo - The Screen Door](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/438-dominic-finzo-the-screen-door) _2026-01-02 · Right at the Fork_ Dominic Finzo from The Screen Door restaurant in Portland joins us to talk about the iconic restaurant's 20th anniversary, which they will commemorate in 2026. Born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, Dominic's earliest memories are steeped in the comforting rhythm of Southern life—where supper was always on the table, and love was served warm by the hands of his grandparents who raised him. It was… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_438_Dominic_Finzo.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#437 Gary Okazaki - Gary the Foodie's 25 Most Significant PDX Restaurants This Century | Part 2](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/437-gary-okazaki-gary-the-foodies-25-most-significant-pdx-restaurants-this-century-part-2) _2025-12-26 · Right at the Fork_ We're back with Part 2 of our conversation with Gary Okazaki - aka @GarytheFoodie. Gary gives us his top 10 (out of the 25) - highlighting the most important/defining restaurants of the first quarter century in Portland. Chris throws in the restaurants he thinks should have been on the list. Check out episode #436 to hear 25-11. They touch on the rise of pop-up restaurants and reflect on the… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_437_Gary_Review_Part_2.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#436 Gary Okazaki - Gary the Foodie's 25 Most Significant PDX Restaurants This Century | Part 1](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/436-gary-okazaki-gary-the-foodies-25-most-significant-pdx-restaurants-this-century-part-1) _2025-12-19 · Right at the Fork_ In Part 1 of a two-part conversation with Gary Okazaki - aka @GarytheFoodie, Chris and Gary start with 15+2 of Gary's list of the 25 most important/defining restaurants of the first quarter century in Portland. (The top 10 are next week). They touch on the rise of pop-up restaurants and reflect on the future of Portland's food scene, concluding with thoughts on the lasting impact of these… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_436_Gary_Review_Part_1.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#435 Keoni Wachsmuth - Dan & Louis Oyster Bar: Part II](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/435-keoni-wachsmuth-dan-louis-oyster-bar-part-ii) _2025-12-12 · Right at the Fork_ In this conversation, Keoni Wachsmuth, 4th generation owner of Portland's iconic oyster bar, discusses the current success of his oyster bar, the challenges faced by the restaurant industry, and the impact of technology on dining experiences. He reflects on the importance of preserving culinary history and the economic pressures affecting both restaurant owners and employees. The discussion also… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_435_Wachsmutch_Part2.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#434 Brady Stephens - Fancy Baby](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/434-brady-stephens-fancy-baby) _2025-12-05 · Right at the Fork_ Chef Brady Stephens, now Executive Chef at Fancy Baby in Portland, was born and raised in Sioux City, IA. He has spent years refining his craft in various kitchens, including stints at Michelin bib gourmands in Spain, and most recently at Jacqueline, St. Jack, OK Emens and Scotch Lodge in Portland. Chef Brady is drawn to a community-forward style of cooking, highlighting the vibrant flavors of… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_434_Brady_Stevens.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#433 Michelle and Keoni Wachsmuth - Dan and Lous Oyster Bar, Part 1](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/433-michelle-and-keoni-wachsmuth-dan-and-lous-oyster-bar-part-1) _2025-11-21 · Right at the Fork_ We are thrilled to welcome Keoni and Michelle Wachsmuth, the owners of Portland's legendary Dan and Louis Oyster Bar, for a candid two-part conversation starting this week. The Wachsmuth family has run the seafood landmark since 1907, and in this first segment, Keoni and Michelle open up about the immense challenges of keeping one of the city's oldest restaurants afloat in 2025. They discuss… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_433_Wachsmuth_Part1.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#432 Jake Martin - Daphne / Astoria](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/432-jake-martin-daphne-astoria) _2025-11-14 · Right at the Fork_ Jake Martin began his culinary journey at 15, washing dishes in Northern California before moving sight unseen to Seattle in 1999. There, he taught himself the craft, working his way up through kitchens like Union and Maria Hines' Tilth. He moved to Portland in 2007, eventually running acclaimed restaurants Carlyle and Fenouil. This success was followed by a period of intense personal and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_432_Jake_Martin.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#431 Amanda Cannon-Windquist and Judson Windquist - Sunday Sauce and Normandie](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/431-amanda-cannon-windquist-and-judson-windquist-sunday-sauce-and-normandie) _2025-11-07 · Right at the Fork_ In a fun interview, we welcome Amanda Cannon Windquist and husband Judson to the podcast, just after they opened their newest venture in Portland, Sunday Sauce. We talk about their journey and inspiration for Sunday Sauce, as well as their other restaurant, Normandie. Amanda and her husband, Judson, met while working in bars in Hoboken, NJ before moving to Portland in the early 2000s, where they… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_431_Amanda_Judson_Sunday_Sauce.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [RATF Classic: #414 Joel Gunderson - Heavenly Creatures: The affects of threatened tariffs, restaurant sustainability, James Beard nomination and superior hospitality](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/ratf-classic-414-joel-gunderson-heavenly-creatures-the-affects-of-threatened-tariffs-restaurant-sustainability-james-beard-nomination-and-superior-hospitality) _2025-10-31 · Right at the Fork_ This episode is from April of 2025: Joel Gunderson of Heavenly Creatures, Coopers Hall, Grassa, St. Jack and a host of places, joins us again to talk about how deeply Trump's tariffs would affect the wine and restaurant industries. Coincidentally, the tariffs were suspended just minutes before we started recording this episode. But we talk about the stress uncertainty puts on the industry and how… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_R414_Joel_Gunderson.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#430 Faith Dionne - Dappled Tonic](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/430-faith-dionne-dappled-tonic) _2025-10-24 · Right at the Fork_ In this conversation, Faith Dionne shares her culinary journey from her early influences in Alaska to her experiences in New York and the mountain states, leading to her eventual move to Portland. She discusses her time at Higgins, the challenges of the restaurant industry, and her transition into consumer packaged goods with the creation of Dappled Tonic. Faith reflects on the importance of… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_430_Faith_Dionne.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#429 Jeff Shinrock - Bridge 13](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/429-jeff-shinrock-bridge-13) _2025-10-17 · Right at the Fork_ In this conversation, Chris and Jeff Shinrock discuss the inception and mission of Bridge 13, a new initiative aimed at redirecting food waste to local community organizations. Jeff shares insights into the challenges of food scarcity, the importance of building trust within the food industry, and the operational strategies employed by Bridge 13 to facilitate food redistribution. The discussion… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_429_Jeff_Shinrock.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [Remembering Justin Woodward of Castagna & OK Omens - Encore of Episode #78 w/ Gary Okazaki](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/remembering-justin-woodward-of-castagna-ok-omens-encore-of-episode-78-w-gary-okazaki) _2025-10-10 · Right at the Fork_ The Portland food community mourns the news of the sudden passing of one of its long-time brightest stars, Justin Woodward. He passed away. losing a long battle with alcoholism, on Oct 2nd, in California. He was best known for his work in the kitchens of Castagna and OK Omens in Portland. This episode is a replay from our time with Justin and dear friend Gary Okazaki in 2016 when he was only one… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_R78_Justin_Woodward.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [RATF Classic: #405 Tyler Malek - Salt & Straw Growth](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/ratf-classic-405-tyler-malek-salt-straw-growth) _2025-10-03 · Right at the Fork_ This week's episode is an encore presentation of our conversation with Tyler Malek of Salt & Straw from January, where we discussed the expansion of Portland's favorite ice cream shop. And don't forget to check our our news partner and sponsor, DU/ER! Be sure to visit www.shopduer.com/fork and receive 15% off your first purchase! ORIGINAL POST: Tyler Malek is the Chef and co-owner of one of… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_R405_Tyler_M.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#428 Chris Angelus - 15 years of Portland Food Adventures local events and 10 years of International Food Tours](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/428-chris-angelus-15-years-of-portland-food-adventures-local-events-and-10-years-of-international-food-tours) _2025-09-26 · Right at the Fork_ Join us in welcoming DU/ER as a new sponsor to the podcast. Visit www.shopduer.com/fork and receive 15% off your first purchase! Portland Food Adventures events have featured the best of over 250 Oregon restaurants, food carts, coffee shops, wineries, and more. Then,10 years ago its international travel division began taking food lovers with chefs and artisans to their favorite places overseas,… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_428_PFA_15.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#427 Rose Archer - Luscious Bend, Part 2](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/427-rose-archer-luscious-bend-part-2) _2025-09-19 · Right at the Fork_ Please join us in welcoming DU/ER as a new sponsor to the podcast. Visit www.shopduer.com/fork and receive 15% off your first purchase! In this engaging conversation, Rose Archer shares her culinary journey from Hawaii to Italy, Germany, and finally to Bend, Oregon. She discusses her experiences working with renowned chefs, including Massimo Bottura, and the challenges and triumphs of establishing… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_427_Rose_Archer.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#426 Will Preisch - 82 Acres and Abbey Road Farm](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/426-will-preisch-82-acres-and-abbey-road-farm) _2025-09-12 · Right at the Fork_ Please join us in welcoming DU/ER as a new sponsor to the podcast. Visit www.shopduer.com/fork and receive 15% off your first purchase! Chris and Will Preisch discuss Will's return to Portland and his new restaurant, 82 Acres. They explore the farm-to-table philosophy, the challenges of parenting, and Will's culinary journey from his early days in the restaurant business to his current role. The… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_426_Will_Preisch.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [RATF Classic: #409 Jose Lalo Camarena - República](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/ratf-classic-409-jose-lalo-camarena-repblica) _2025-08-29 · Right at the Fork_ We're jumping back to February... and our conversation with Jose Camarena of República. ORIGINAL POST: This is a must-listen. Chef Jose Camarena, Executive Chef at Portland's highly regarded República, may just be the youngest guest of over 400 on our podcast. But you wouldn't know it if we hadn't drawn attention to that fact. At just 24, he's in a position few others are at his age, and it's easy… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_R409_Jose_Camarena.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#425 Ron Khormaei - Entrepreneur, Steelport Knife](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/425-ron-khormaei-entrepreneur-steelport-knife) _2025-08-22 · Right at the Fork_ One of Portland's most prominent entrepreneurs, Ron Khormaei, joins us once again on the podcast to discuss the factors that have gone into his successful building of two companies from the ground up in Portland, Finex and Steelport. We start with a discussion about how his immigration from Iran as a teen shaped his ethics and viewpoints on life and business in the USA. And Ron points out that… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_425_Ron_Khormaei.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#424 Rose Archer - Luscious Bend](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/424-rose-archer-luscious-bend) _2025-08-15 · Right at the Fork_ In the heart of Oregon, Rose Archer has been building quite a culinary brand. Her Luscious Supper Club events have been selling out for years, and now she embarks on quite an undertaking, highlighting the best of Bend's culinary scene, the Luscious Bend Food and Wine Experience. We discuss what's in store at that event, on Sept 27, 2025. Listen to this episode to follow Rose's fascinating story.… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_424_RoseArcher.mp3?dest-id=174110) ## [#423 Lynne Gross - African Safari Tour Director](https://rightatthefork.libsyn.com/423-lynne-gross-african-safari-tour-director) _2025-08-08 · Right at the Fork_ On host Chris Angelus' bucket list and perhaps on yours, is an African Safari. Lynne Gross has been curating trips for years to Africa and has great relationships with guides, restaurants and hotels. She and Chris met walking doggies at Nehalem Bay State Park a few years ago, and for next year Lynne put together a trip with particular attention to food and luxury for Portland Food Adventures . If… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/rightatthefork/RATF_423_Lynn_Gross.mp3?dest-id=174110)