Celebrity Chefs from The Food Network, Netflix's Great British Bake Off, Anthony Bourdain's No Reservations, and New York acclaimed Graphic Novelist adorn the Restaurant Fiction StageHungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaur... more
Yo, Christmas fans! ๐ Ever wonder whatโs on the menu in A Christmas Story? ๐ From turkey disasters to Chinese roast duck, weโre diving into the iconic eats that make this holiday classic so deliciously unforgettable. Whether youโre vibinโ with the nostalgia or just here for the food talk, this episodeโs got all the f... more
Restaurant Fiction breaks down the Thanksgiving holiday and meal at the Titus residence from the hit show Titus staring comedian, Christopher Titus.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the ... more
Step right up and join the fun as Restaurant Fiction dives into the wild world of fictional restaurants, bars, and clubs on TV & film! ๐ฟโจ Weโre bringing the flavor to LA Comic Con 2024 with an epic panel featuring the brilliant *Mickey Fisher* (*Extant*, Reverie*), the legendary **Dan Jinks* (*American Beauty*, Pushin... more
Why do we care so much about the fictional restaurants, bars, and clubs in TV & Film. Well, I (Monis Rose) answer the question alongside, Chris Hudson, amazing sound master and producer.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Rest... more
In this episode of Restaurant Fiction, we sit down with acclaimed baker Adriano Farano of Pane Vivo in Paris, France. Together, we dive deep into the legendary performance of Italian actor Toto in *Misery & Nobility*, exploring his comedic genius and the filmโs cultural impact. But the conversation doesnโt stop there. ... more
Another get-to-know Restaurant Fiction episode where we spill the beans on some episodes never before heard as we sit down with our music supervisor and editor Christopher J. Hudson.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaura... more
Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the stories behind the most iconic fictional eateries. Don't let the journey end here:๐ฝ๏ธ **Subscribe**: Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podca... more
I, the host, me...Monis Rose...cook up and talk about why the fictional restaurant, bar, and club in TV & Film is THE most important part of the story and the world.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where... more
In this episode of Restaurant Fiction, we sit down with the brilliant Stephany Folsom, screenwriter of Toy Story 4, to dive deep into the eerie allure of The Gold Room from Stanley Kubrick's iconic film, The Shining. Join us as we explore the chilling ambiance, unforgettable scenes, and creative intricacies that make t... more
A short About Me video of how my cooking experience in numerous restaurants adds to the depth and richness of the fictional restaurants I review.Hungry for more culinary adventures through the lens of your favorite TV shows and movies? You've just savored another episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we dish out the sto... more
In this exciting episode, we dive into Quentin Tarantino's iconic film, Pulp Fiction! Join us as we explore the film's intricate narrative, unforgettable characters, and legendary scenes.๐ Special Feature: We have an exclusive interview with Antonio Ylanan, the founder of the prestigious Silver Screen Club in Los Ange... more
Join us on Restaurant Fiction as we dive into an enriching conversation with Simon Majumdar, renowned Food Network personality and host of the "Eat My Globe" podcast. In this captivating Part 2 of our series, Simon takes us through a delectable journey into the origins and cultural significance of fish and chips, shari... more
Join us on the latest episode of the Restaurant Fiction Podcast as we explore the culinary wonders of 'Maximal,' the iconic fictional restaurant from the Netflix hit, Always Be My Maybe. Special guest Simon Majumdar, renowned Food Network judge, shares his expert insights into what makes 'Maximal' a standout in the wor... more
Join us on the latest episode of the Restaurant Fiction Podcast as we explore the culinary wonders of 'Maximal,' the iconic fictional restaurant from the Netflix hit, Always Be My Maybe. Special guest Simon Majumdar, renowned Food Network judge, shares his expert insights into what makes 'Maximal' a standout in the wor... more
Get ready to pull up a chair and join us at the Restaurant Fiction table as we welcome the incredibly versatile Marc Evan Jackson to our latest episode. Famous for his standout roles in "The Good Place," "Brooklyn Nine-Nine," and his latest venture into the intriguing world of "Lessons in Chemistry," Marc sits down wit... more
๐ Dive deep into the wild west with our latest episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we pull back the curtain on the hit 2023 series "Lawman Bass Reeves" on Paramount Plus. Join us as we explore the iconic Checotah Saloon, bringing the lore and allure of the Old West straight to your screen.๐ฌ In this exclusive intervi... more
Dive into the heart of Nashville's iconic music scene with this special episode of Restaurant Fiction, where we explore the fictional version of The Bluebird Cafe from the beloved TV show "Nashville." Join us as we sit down with esteemed TV writer Wendy Calhoun for an in-depth discussion about the magic behind the show... more
Welcome to another magical episode of **Restaurant Fiction**, where we bring the most iconic eateries from TV & Film to life! ๐ This week, we've got a special treat for anime fans and foodies alike.๐จโ๐ณ Join us as Food Network superstar, Duff Goldman, takes us on a culinary journey unlike any other. We're diving deep... more
Restaurant Fiction reviews the fictional restaurants, bars, and clubs in TV and Film. In addition, we bring on the writers, directors, chefs, and creative tastemakers to talk about the iconic fictional places. In this episode, we review and break down the fictional restaurant, Jack Rabbit Slims, from the Quentin Tarant... more
Ever wondered if a fast food joint could be both iconic and mediocre? That's exactly the kind of culinary contradiction Monis Rose and special guest Michael Ornelas from the Fine Dining podcast chew on as we dissect Mooby's from the Kevin Smith View Askewniverse. Join us for an episode that promises to sprinkle your da... more
Restaurant Fiction reviews the fictional restaurants, bars, and clubs in TV and Film. In addition, we bring on writers, directors, chefs, and creative tastemakers to talk about the iconic fictional places.ย This is our special LIVE, REAL, and RAW episode from Los Angeles Comic Con 2023. Our panelists include the Executi... more
Restaurant Fiction reviews the fictional restaurants, bars, and clubs in TV and Film. In addition, we bring on the writers, directors, chefs, and creative tastemakers to talk about the iconic fictional places.ย The Bear is the best TV series of 2023. In the 2nd season, Carmy leads his crew to open his dream restaurant, ... more
Restaurant Fiction reviews the fictional restaurants, bars, and clubs in TV and Film. In addition, we bring on the writers, directors, chefs, and creative tastemakers to talk about the iconic fictional places.ย In this episode, we pick a little bit more about who the host of RF is and why food, movies, tv, restaurants, ... more
Jon Amiel mentored Quentin Tarantino and directed movies like The Core, Entrapment, and Copycat. In this Restaurant Fiction episode, Jon breaks down his first major motion picture directorial debut, Queen of Hearts and we discuss the main fictional restaurant, The Lucky Cafe.ย Hungry for more culinary adventures through... more