Radio & Podcast

Multiple ways to be in the know about all the deliciousness happening locally, nationally, and internationally. Tune in to the food variety show, Foodie & The Beast, with David & Nycci Nellis on Federal News Network, or take a deep dive with Nycci on Industry Night on Real Fun DC.

INDUSTRY NIGHT

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Industry Night: Getting Nourished
Welcome back to Industry Night, the podcast where we dig deep into what’s cooking, literally and figuratively, across the culinary and hospitality industries. I’m your host, Nycci Nellis, and I’m thrilled to kick off my new residency at City Ridge!City Ridge isn’t just another development, it’s a 10-acre reimagining of the former Fannie Mae headquarters into a thriving mixed-use community. Think Wegmans, Equinox, sleek residences, buzzing restaurants, and thoughtfully curated retail. As someone who’s always been fascinated by how large-scale developments come to life, especially when it comes to nailing the aesthetic and attracting the right culinary talent, this is a total dream assignment.In this episode, I sit down with Rob Wolcheski, who’s been involved with the City Ridge project since day one. We chat inside the gorgeous new Shinwa Izakaya, where Chef Winston sends out an incredible sushi spread while we unpack how City Ridge evolved from blueprints to a neighborhood anchor.Then, I head over to King Street Oyster Bar for a briny intermission (see: massive tray of oysters in front of me) as I welcome two very special guests: Tatiana Mora and Miguel Guerra, the powerhouse culinary duo behind MITA. We talk about their Michelin-starred journey, deep cultural roots, and how MITA blends Latin American cuisine with a holistic, wellness-driven philosophy.Tatiana is the first Venezuelan female chef to earn a Michelin star. Miguel? The youngest Venezuelan chef to achieve that same feat. Together, they’ve created more than a restaurant; it’s a mission, a movement, and a must-visit.Pull up a seat, this is one you don’t want to miss. Listen to the full episode here and watch it here.  
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FOODIE & THE BEAST

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FOODIE & THE BEAST: AUGUST 24TH, 2025
We’re still in the delicious glow of Summer Restaurant Week,  and with the extension just announced, there’s no better time to get out, dine out, and show your support for our local restaurants. Every forkful helps keep the DMV’s dining scene thriving.This week, we’re serving up stories that mix memory, advocacy & new beginnings:A Trip Down Memory Lane: Mary Quillian, owner of Capitol Hill’s legendary Mr. Henry’s, takes us back in time, when the neighborhood institution first opened its doors and when a then-unknown Roberta Flack was discovered. The music and community vibes still pulse strong at Mr. Henry’s today.From Alaska’s Bristol Bay: Home to the world’s most abundant wild sockeye salmon fishery, more than 30 million salmon spawn there annually. But the region has been under threat for decades from the proposed Pebble Mine. Casey Coupchiak, a Yup’ik commercial salmon fisher from Togiak who has worked these waters for 16 years, calls in to share news about Bristol Bay Salmon Week, a nationwide celebration of this vital, unique ecosystem.Buenos Aires Meets Georgetown: Florencia (Flor) Agrazo introduces us to Flor. Coffee + Books, her brand-new café channeling Buenos Aires coffee culture. Expect incredible coffee, bites, and a calm corner to discover great reads.Clarendon Goes Veggie-Forward: Jay Strauss, founder of Westville in New York, brings his 20+ year legacy of seasonal veggie-forward dining to the DMV. Expect a menu that balances vibrant vegetable dishes with comfort favorites like burgers and mac & cheese.Cocktails with Culinary Edge: Devin Felli, new lead bartender at Bresca, joins us to talk about his creative, chef-driven approach to cocktails,  including a summer tomato margarita you’ll want in your glass right now.That’s Foodie & The Beast, every Sunday at 11am on 1500 am or here. 
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