We don't just consume food at the See Food Diet Pod! The gang also loves music and movies and tv and books. Nila and Kai again join Bob, Kate, and Matt to discuss the best of 2025.

There's a little something for everyone.

We begin by critiquing various snacks, specifically comparing Smarties-brand "squashies" to Barbie-themed gummies before we transition into a deep discussion of television and cinema, highlighting favorites like Andor, The Chair Company, and the horror film Weapons, while also humorously deconstructing the illogical plot of Rocky IV.

A significant portion of the dialogue focuses on music recommendations. We debate the merits of specific albums and singles across genres like folk, country, and electronic pop. To conclude, we share our Spotify Wrapped statistics, revealing personal listening habits (Spotify thinks one of us is 100 years old) and our collective desire for more energetic music in the upcoming year.

Our top genres include all of your favorites, like such as, #indietronica #make out #synthpop #uk pop #electro pop #alternative r&b #spooky #bubble grunge #folk #americana

We've got playlists for our top songs and albums, so be sure to check those out, too. We don't know how Spotify works, but you can probably find them by searching Bob's username, rdmeeker, or by searching See Food Diet Podcast.

"This is an electric flavor." - Matt

The See Food Diet gang welcomes Nila and Kai, newly home from college for Winter break, to eat fancy chips, sample Green Stuff, and talk about all the best things we ate in 2025. This is the only end-of-year list you need and it looks like 2026 will be The Year of Fiber, so you have that to look forward to!

"At least they made it taste like the flavor in chip form, but it's horrible. It's not good." – Matt

Welcome to the See Food Diet podcast, the show for listeners who adhere to the motto: "If you see food, eat it!"

Hosts Bob, Kate, and Matt, who love to eat and talk about it, dive into their latest culinary experiences and offer essential advice for holiday shopping.

In this episode, the hosts recount their recent meals, including a trip to Dayton for delicious wood-fired pizza from Old Scratch Pizza, which reminded one host of Columbus's own Harvest. They weigh in on the best scrambled egg consistency—runny versus fluffy—and review other stops like JT's Pizza and Si Senor for Peruvian sandwiches. Kate also confesses to her continued obsession with the pear-flavored moose cakes from Littleton's.

The episode features an engaging "lightning round" snack tasting, showcasing unusual foods that could make great stocking stuffers. The crew samples matcha almonds, Japanese gummy candies (with the strawberry flavor declared a "big win"), Nerds Juicy gummy clusters, and soft glazed German gingerbread cookies. The adventure culminates in a taste test of international chips, including the strongly flavored Roasted garlic oyster flavor.

Using this episode as your food gift guide for the Christmas season, the hosts discuss highly recommended stores such as World Market and Trader Joe's. They provide store recommendations for unique finds, including international grocery stores like La Plaza Tapatia and Dayou, and highlight the historical Planters peanut store. The discussion also covers the pros and cons of food subscription boxes and cooking classes.

Finally, the hosts debate the merits of gift cards to high-end versus affordable restaurants and share personal insights on what food gifts they prefer (and which they definitely don't, like wine or Johnsonville summer sausage kits). Listeners looking for adventure and advice can find pictures of the lightning round snacks on TikTok.

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"The flavor was on point. The texture was like nope. It really had the wheels turning to guess like what that next bite was going to consist of." - Erin

Uh oh, guys. Bob is learning to edit the podcast. This episode is the first-ever "clip show" for the See Food Diet podcast!

Take a walk down memory lane to Thanksgiving 2024 when pilgrims were pilgrims, turkeys were turkeys, and Matt hated it.

This episode offers a hilarious, high-stress, and highly relatable look at holiday eating, making it perfect for online promotion as it features specific "hot takes" and family drama.

This episode is packed with controversial food opinions and holiday anxiety that every listener can relate to.

Tune in to hear:

• Matt's Shocking Admission: Why he "hate[s] Thanksgiving food" and why his dream holiday meal is just a KFC value meal.
• The Anxiety of Perfection: Kate confesses that holidays make her feel "extremely anxious" due to her perfectionism, particularly when preparing her signature deviled eggs.
• High-Stakes Cooking: Bob details his elaborate plans, including brining a turkey using a new cheesecloth and butter roasting technique and attempting to make multiple experimental cheesecakes (including fig and goat cheese, and a potentially risky pecan pie filling flavor).
• Family Roast Session: The episode culminates in the highly anticipated "Leftover Lunch" where family members (Brandi, Tammy, Erin, Hannah, J.R., and more) gather to share their successful dishes (like Brandi's "whole stick of butter" casserole and Tammy's homemade pumpkin pie)—and, more importantly, publicly critique the worst food they ate.
• Food Failures Revealed: Hear the definitive description of a mashed potato disaster that resulted in "wallpaper paste", and the deep disappointment of thick, chunky side dishes .
• Vegetarian Struggles: Hannah highlights the lack of viable vegetarian options at the traditional family dinner, forcing her to rely on mashed potatoes and green bean casserole.

The perfect listen for anyone who loves holiday food... or just loves complaining about it! Find us on social media using our motto: "See Food Diet. If you see food, eat it."

This clip show features one of my favorite interactions. When asked what he brought for Thanksgiving a child says, "What I made for Thanksgiving is I made my family happy. And I think that turned out very well." To which a grown adult responds, "That's what somebody who doesn't bring anything says."

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"I felt really bad about that chicken." - Bob

This week on the See Food Diet podcast, Bob, Kate, and Matt are eating and sharing their latest culinary adventures. The hosts dive into reviews of spicy Chicken 65 from a new Indian spot, Cumin and Curry, and rave about the homemade wings and sauces (like the 'Bees Knees') from Mean Mug Wings and Things. They discuss sweet and savory delights from Dan the Baker, highlighting the delicious Ham and Cheese Baguette with Toma cheese, the pumpkin cheesecake cruffin, and the highly praised salsa from the burrito. Bob shares his highly-hyped homemade Cherry Cheesecake (featuring a pretzel crust), and reports on the seasonal Pumpkin Roll Sundae from Little Lady's soft serve. The conversation also includes a highly divisive taste test of new holiday sodas, including Shirley Temple 7 Up and Holiday Creamy Vanilla Coca-Cola, alongside a bizarre Pink Guava Bawi. Finally, the hosts debate the use of pre-chopped garlic and other kitchen shortcuts, reflect on their biggest cooking failures, and discuss the finale of Ted Lasso. Follow us at @seefooddietpod on social media!

"Me, as a person that hates Arby's, considers it a win." - Bob

Join Bob, Kate, and Matt as they discuss:

What We Ate This Week:Matt shares details of a celebratory meal at Hanks, which included "amazing" she crab soup (described as lobster bisque with crab), a smoked trout dip served in a mason jar with a layer of caviar, and calamari that was "salt and old bay heavy". Kate discusses having a delicious tuna salad sandwich from Panera this week that reminded her of "Grandma Rosie", leading to a debate over the ideal tuna salad ingredients (with Bob staunchly anti-celery and onion). Bob describes food woes, detailing his disappointment with a roast beef sandwich from Milo's Deli that tasted too much like "roast beef lunch meat" and an inferior pot roast sandwich from Denny's. Bob also recounts a strange experience with an employee at a sandwich shop during his pursuit of a ham, turkey, and roast beef club. They review Dan the Baker's highly praised kimchi grilled cheese sandwich and a steak sandwich that was "incredible". The hosts also mention a few failures, including bad Chinese food and Matt's mom's "funky" Cheddar Bay crab biscuits.

Special Treats (Arby's Taste Test):The hosts try three items from Arby's:

1. Steak Nuggets: The hosts universally condemn these, with Kate declaring them "inedible" due to the amount of fat and Bob stating they taste like "poison" and should be avoided. Matt described them as tasting like "bad beef jerky" or "burnt ends".
2. The Gobbler: This Thanksgiving-themed sandwich featured turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce. While Bob, no Arby's fan, gave it a high rating for Arby's quality, the hosts generally felt the flavor combination—especially the sour and powerful cranberry—was "wrong".
3. Apple Pie Milkshake: Kate and Matt enjoyed this, describing it as "delightful" and tasting like "apple milk with sugar". Bob, however, found it too thin and overly sweet.

Holiday Prep & Media Consumption:The conversation turns to Thanksgiving, where Kate and Matt reveal that turkey is a "mediocre meat" to them. They propose alternative Thanksgiving meals, including Matt’s suggestion of a barbecue spread, Kate’s idea for a huge soup buffet, and Bob’s vision for a meat pie or Beef Wellington main dish. They also successfully plan a full Thanksgiving dinner for two with a $20 budget, prioritizing a rotisserie chicken.

Finally, the hosts review what they've been watching and reading:

• Matt praises Ted Lasso, ranking it in his top three shows of all time.
• Kate recommends the British comedy Big Boys on Hulu, noting it is funny but deals with heavy themes like grief.
• Kate is reading the terrifying book Incidents Around the House, which is written from a child's perspective about communicating with an entity called "other mommy".
• Kate also discusses Lily Allen's new, "spicy" album, which acts as a "journal" detailing her recent marriage and divorce.

"It's kind of like you're having like a little pilgrim meal." - KateBob, Kate, and Matt, discuss a wide variety of food-related topics. We begin by sharing our recent meals, including pizza from Donatos and an extended conversation about wings from various restaurants like Roosters and Buffalo Wild Wings.

A significant portion of the discussion focuses on Indian cuisine, with Bob describing a recent, somewhat challenging experience at a restaurant called Bawarchi Biryani and debating the merits of dishes like biryani and samosas. We share favorite vegetarian options, including a shout-out to the website shelikesfood.com.

We also spend time tasting and reviewing new product flavors, such as Sprite Winter Spiced Cranberry and Peanut Butter and Jelly M&M's, before closing with a philosophical discussion on historic eating habits and the feasibility of a vegetarian or vegan diet.

"I've had the Peak sandwich." - BobSoup Season is ON! Welcome back to the See Food Diet podcast! This week, Bob and Kate dive deep into all things cozy and controversial in the food world.

Highlights include:

• We're talking homemade soup prep! Kate has frozen Zupa Toscana (sausage, potatoes, kale), while Bob defends his creamy, homemade Chicken and Wild Rice soup with Miyataki mushrooms!
• Bob found the "peak sandwich"—the $17 Turkey Bacon Sammy from Dan the Baker. He called the thinner focaccia bread "perfect" and Kate raved about the breakfast sandwich and plum galette from North South Baking Company in Covington.
• Kate gives us a lowdown on the Sauerkraut Festival in Waynesville. While the air smelled great, and the garlic dill pickles were "delicious", the "German Sundae" (German potato salad, bacon bits, sauerkraut, sour cream) was unfortunately disappointing.
• The Grandview Chicken Salad Chick location gets a sad review 😔. Bob encountered fruit flies and a burnt chicken salad melt, contrasting sharply with the cleaner Polaris and Westerville locations.
• Taste Test Alert! We tried a German Ritter Sport Milk Chocolate with Corn Flakes—surprisingly delicious and crispy!.

Don't forget to check out Buckeye Pho for the ultimate P9 soup (if you're avoiding meat).

Do you think White Chicken Chili should be allowed in a cookoff? Let us know! 👇

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"That tasted like a new toothbrush when you first put a new plastic toothbrush in your mouth." - Brandi

This time with special guests, Tammy and Brandi!

Bob and the guests discuss recent food experiences, including Bob's trip to the reopened Hunan Lion Chinese restaurant, which he disliked despite the good fried rice. Tammy recounts a poor experience at Supreme Chinese Buffet and a positive visit to a new Mexican place on Broadway near Grove City.

The episode includes a taste test of new sweets, starting with cherry Jolly Rancher Stuffed Puffs and Raindrops Gummy Grapes, neither of which were popular. We also review baked goods: a homemade pumpkin spice bagel by Mom and various donuts from KKP Bakery in Grove City, which Tammy highly recommends, especially the stick donut.

A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to nostalgia. We reminisce about school lunches, fondly remembering the "hot pack spaghetti" (iykyk) and sugar cookies from elementary school and quality food from high school in the '90s, while critiquing the current state of school meals (citing things like a muffin, cheese stick, and yogurt, or 700-calorie uncrustables).

We also discuss local restaurants that have gone out of business, such as Mr. Philly and Green Gables, and nostalgic places that are still operating, like Schmidt's and Spaghetti Warehouse. The episode ends with a brief discussion on "grief food," such as Hostess orange cupcakes.

This episode of the See Food Diet Podcast features hosts Bob, Kate, and guest Vanessa, diving into a massive array of food reviews and cultural trends - like we do.

High-End Dining and Grocery Review:The episode features an extensive review of an Omakase tasting experience at HARU near Polaris, in Columbus, detailing high-end dishes like Wagyu, fatty tuna, and a unique Japanese taco featuring barbecue eel. This luxury is contrasted with the "bougie" experience at Dorothy Lane Market (a Dayton-area locally-owned grocery store), where they recount the absurdity of the $36 parmesan-crusted chicken breasts and review items like a Turkey Reuben sandwich and chocolate cake.

Product Tastings and Fast Food Frenzy:The hosts conduct an in-studio tasting of Burger King's spooky menu, which includes the violently orange jack-o'-lantern burger, monster mozz sticks, and the surprisingly popular monster sundae (complete with Pop Rocks and Oreo crumbles). They also review experimental beverages, such as Vita Coco orange dreamsicle and Califia Farms piña colada drinks, and conduct a blind test of Floura high-fiber bars (created by the founder of Jeni's Ice Cream), identifying unique flavors like Brambleberry Lavender and Blueberry Matcha.

Home Cooking and Viral Trends:Home cooking adventures are recounted, including failed attempts at knockoff Crunchwraps requiring a "cheese plug", and the creation of an unexpectedly thick, nougat-like chia pudding (thickened with cottage cheese). They also discuss viral food phenomena, specifically the global trend of Pudding mit Gabel (eating pudding with a fork), and try to identify the licorice-flavored herb in Pho (concluding it is likely Tarragon, but it probably Thai Basil).

Culture and Competition:Non-food topics include an analysis of the intense reality competition show Love Island Games, discussing dramatic contestants like Garbi and a serious on-set injury involving a medicine ball. The episode concludes with a challenge to create a Harry Potter sorting treat to assign the hosts their houses.

"I want a shirt that says soup freak." - Kate

Bob, Kate, and Matt, (and Charlie Tacos!) talk about food experiences and reviews from the past week, including visits to Fiery Sky Asian Kitchen and The Old Mohawk restaurant, where they sample various dishes and drinks. Topics range from the surprising sweetness of a salted egg appetizer to the debate over whether the Old Mohawk's turtle soup contains actual turtle meat. The hosts also briefly discuss AI-generated food content on platforms like TikTok, with a focus on its nonsensical and often disgusting nature, before concluding with general conversation about pop culture and personal updates.

"It's full of dolphins, but no mercury." - Bob

Bob, Kate, and Matt discuss their recent food-related experiences and general life updates. The majority of the conversation revolves around meals and desserts, including a review of Mark Pi's almond boneless chicken and a sushi restaurant called Song Lan, which earns an "eight" rating on the "eat it scale." They also offer extensive reviews of a white cake and assorted cupcakes from Valerie Farm Bakery, noting the exceptional quality of the buttercream frosting. Additionally, the episode touches upon Matt's first experience with tuna salad, a discussion of fast-food loyalty programs, and a "beef" between country artists Zach Bryan and Gavin Adcock. The hosts conclude with a tasting of Austin Pretzel Co. butter toffee pretzels and an update on their participation in a music league.

"If you guys want to join my cult, let me know. You can send inquiries to seafooddietpod@gmail.com." -Bob

The latest episode of the See Food Diet Podcast with Bob, Kate, and Matt is LIVE! Get ready for a wild ride where they eat food, gamble for it, and then argue about it!

Here are the highlights you DON'T want to miss:

• Pastry Betrayal & The Great Littleton's Fruit Pastry Saga 🥐

  • Bob calls Kate OUT! He wakes up at 8 AM, to go to Littleton's bakery for Kate's coveted fruit pastries. Only to find NONE!
  • Later, Kate and her sibling Erin score the last two pastries, leaving Bob empty-handed! Kate's elaborate excuses involving dog-sitting, a farmers market, Nordstrom Cafe, and "too cold to travel" pastries are a must-hear!
  • The Verdict: Kate, Erin, and even Millie ate the lemon and clementine mousse pastries. Kate reviews them against the Hilliard ones, noting Littleton's true mousse texture, cake base, and fruit puree. She even promises to share future flavors with Bob (and Erin) after the guilt!

• Taco Bell's "Decades Menu" - A Rollercoaster of Flavors! 🌮

  • Kate dives into the returning menu items: Doritos Locos Taco Cool Ranch (a hit!), the Double-Decker Taco (back and still messy), and the Chili Cheese Burrito.
  • Warning! Matt delivers a scathing review of the Chili Cheese Burrito, likening its flavor to "diarrhea"! Seriously, you have to hear this moment.
  • They also try the Caramel Apple Empanada, which is described as "insanely buttery with a weird apple sweetness".
  • Plus, a side quest into the correct pronunciation of "empanada" (and "caramel")!

• Snack Reviews: Hits, Misses, and "Pee in a Cup" 🤢

  • Jeni's Ice Cream Bars: A review of the vanilla caramel sundae bar, praised for quality chocolate but criticized for "papery" almond skins and not enough caramel. The consensus: "If you see it, eat it.

• • Sparkling Agua Fresca: This pineapple-lime drink smells like "pee in a cup," "beer," or a "fart"! The hosts advise drinking it from the can to avoid the smell.
  • McDonald's Golden Sauce vs. Grimace Shake's Cousin: Kate loves the new McDonald's golden sauce, but the new "McDonald Shake" (blue raspberry with cotton candy whipped cream) is a major fail – "not good," "play-dohy," "tastes like medicine," and "didn't taste like anything". Their new rating: "If you see it, don't eat it"!

• Random Food Adventures & Debates:

  • Matt's mom makes delicious Scottish Cullen Skink with smoked salmon.
  • Bob talks about his mission to learn more about Chinese cuisine and avoid being "predictable" with fried rice. He also experienced terrible bread at Jimmy John's.
  • Fast Food Opinions: Raising Cane's has great sauce but soggy chicken and fries. And the Mountain Dew Midnight tastes like "fruity windshield wiper fluid" or "Bath and Body Works perfume".

• Games & Deep Thoughts:

  • Eliminate One Snack: The hosts play a game, debating classic snacks like potato chips, chocolate chip cookies, brownies (super controversial!), popcorn, pretzels, and more! Who eliminates french fries?!
  • Personality & Predictions: They play "what animal best describes my personality" (Kate's a "communal cat" or "meerkat," Bob's a "wise owl," Matt's a "cub"), "what would I never do" (cliff jumping, clowning class, gun show), and discuss famous cults (and who would join one!).

Tune in for all the chaos, food insights, and laughs!

Remember: "If you see food, eat it!"

"I had a little late night run to an Arby's" - Kate

Get ready for a delicious adventure and laugh-out-loud stories on the latest episode of the See Food Diet Podcast with Bob, Kate, and Matt!

This week, we're diving deep into:

Michigan Food Adventures: Explore Frankenmuth's famous fried chicken and quirky German-themed dining experience, as well as Detroit's Super Crisp Japanese fast food offering chicken and tofu sandwiches, umami fries, and miso soup. Discover charming independent grocery stores like Westborn Market and Holiday Market, noted for unique finds and prepared foods. Don't miss the ultimate cherry-themed treats from Cherry Republic, including chocolate-covered cherries and cherry juice. Enjoyed a delightful cherry sundae near Sleeping Bear Dunes.

Fast Food Debates & Condiment Confessions: Is Steak and Shake truly the best fast-food burger, or just a great value for its burgers, shoestring fries, chili, and thick shakes? Hear about intense preferences for "ranch fries", Cane's sauce (sometimes preferred more than the chicken itself!), and a surprising take on ketchup, including a "weird tomato juice sauce thing" from Whole Foods. Plus, one host recounts a "near-death experience" choking on Arby's curly fries!

Unique Bites & Home Cooking: Learn about delectable salmon cakes and white fish, along with innovative cottage cheese egg bites prepared in muffin tins, and scrambled eggs enhanced with seafood cream cheese from a deli. There's also a discussion about peanut butter-filled pretzels with jelly.

Unforgettable Travel Tales: Hear varied opinions on Bronner's Christmas Wonderland in Frankenmuth, described as "the weirdest place on earth" by some, with discussions on its lack of "Christmas magic" vs. its "weird" charm. Discover the quaint Leland Fishtown with its Village Cheese Shanty offering unique sandwiches and the fun "Dam Candy Store". Experience the majestic Sleeping Bear Dunes and a road called the "tunnel of trees" that didn't quite live up to its name.

Beyond the Plate: This episode also dives into a review of the horror movie Barbarian, set in Detroit, incredible wildlife encounters at The Wilds safari zoo featuring endangered animals like Pere David's deer and African painted dogs, and a deep dive into new video games like Star Wars Jedi: Survivor and Tiny Bookshop. Plus, a segment on new releases from Irish artists like CMAT and country music stars like Sierra Ferrell and Tyler Childers.

Welcome to the See Food Diet podcast! In this doozy of an episode, Bob, Kate, and Matt are back to share their latest culinary adventures.

Here's what's on the menu for this episode:

* Matt's UK Food Journey: After a two-week trip through London, Edinburgh, and the Scottish Highlands, Matt recounts his extensive food experiences.

* He highlights his first taste of Indian street food, describing it as the "most flavorful, best bite of food" of his trip.

* Matt tried various meat pies and fish and chips multiple times, with the best being at the Montague Hotel, noted for its creamy, buttery texture and accompanying curry sauce.

* Other memorable meals include a prawn dish and "probably the best" sticky toffee pudding his mom had ever tasted, and a "life-changing" burger at BŪTA Burger.

* He shares his experience with Scottish whiskey, describing it as tasting like "hand sanitizer," though a honey-infused version was much better.

* Matt also discusses the unique menu items at UK McDonald's, including spicy chicken nuggets and various vegetarian options, and his dismay at the pizza in the Scottish Highlands.

* He describes haggis as "horrible" but raves about the "best mashed potatoes" ever at a Gordon Ramsay restaurant.

* His journey included discovering the "best donut" he'd ever had in the Scottish Highlands.

* Matt also notes a general lack of salt and butter in much of the UK's traditional cooking compared to American preferences.

* Kate's Recent Eats: Kate shares her recent culinary habits, including eating a lot of frozen empadas from Empenada Box and frequenting the Nordstrom Cafe for French onion soup and Caesar salad.

* A recent stomach flu led to her surprising discovery of Gatorade, which she now finds "delicious".

* Bob recounts a positive experience at Chouette, a French restaurant on Gay Street, where he enjoyed chicken liver pâté, gruyère cheese croquettes, and a "magnificent" apple tart.

* Treat Tasting Session: The episode concludes with a live tasting of treats:

* Grape-flavored ice cream from Sunrise Market, which was a new favorite for the hosts, featuring a mysterious "chewy" surprise.

* Sour Cherry and Apple Squashies from the UK, which Matt brought back.

* Root Beer Milk from Utah, which sparked a discussion on its unique flavor profile, described by some as "wintergreen milk" or "a thinner melted down root beer float".

* A chaotic tasting of flavored water straws, which were widely disliked due to their chemical smell and taste.

Plus, a shout-out to their "first international viewer," **Andy from Scotland**.

Tune in for a fun and flavorful discussion, and remember: **If you see food, eat it**!

Welcome to the See Food Diet podcast, where Bob, Kate, and special guest Nila live by their mantra: "If you see food, eat it!". In this episode, with regular host Matt away on a British Isles tour, the remaining hosts dive into recent culinary adventures.

The episode kicks off with Nila sharing her sparkly box-mix cupcakes with strawberry Pop-Tarts and Kate confessing to a summer diet of "garbage" food. They discuss Matt's TikTok share of fried fish, which Bob humorously deemed "trash". Kate also shares her ongoing hunt for illusive Littleton pastries and her attempt to find an alternative at Juice Time, which offered an overwhelming "Cheesecake Factory level" menu of juices and sweet treats that looked good but lacked flavor depth, leading to a confusing order experience.

A major segment recounts Bob and Nila's trip to Utah:

• The Mysterious Donut Shop: Bob describes a frustrating visit to an old-school donut shop near Ogden that had no menu, where an employee struggled to identify donut types, despite the resulting raspberry jelly donut being "delicious".
• Farmers Markets: They explored a large farmers market in Ogden, where Nila found a crochet shirt and fudge, and Bob's chocolate-covered Twinkie went uneaten. Their hostess, Nikki, discovered "delicious" homemade donuts with a huge line.
• Dining Highlights: Bob highly recommends Laurel Brasserie in Salt Lake City, a "wonderful" French-themed restaurant in a hotel with "great" mocktails. They also enjoyed the "amazing" and "very kitschy" mine-themed The Timer Mine, noting its unique atmosphere.
• Hits and Misses: Taboo Pizza in Ogden was "really good". Swig, a popular drink spot, was a frequent stop for Bob, who praised his "Pretty in Pink" water-based drink and their creamy push pops. The Back 40 Diner in Midway, Utah, offered a beautiful patio view. However, the Millionaire Cowboy Bar Steakhouse in Jackson, Wyoming, was deemed "expensive" and not recommended for its food, and a snack shop near Old Faithful in Yellowstone served "some of the worst food ever".
• Red Iguana: This Guy Fieri-featured restaurant in Salt Lake City is famous for its nine-flavor mole sauce sampler, which Bob found "great," though his bean and cheese burrito was a "mistake".

The episode takes a wild turn with a snack tasting session from Rocket Fizz:

• Idaho Spud: A chocolate-covered coconut bar with a marshmallow/coffee-like center received mixed reviews.
• Hispanic Snickers: The Strawberry flavor offered a bizarre "menthol cool" and tasted like "strawberry incense" or "Marlboro activity". The Passion Fruit flavor was universally reviled, described as "atrocious," "like eating a corpse," and a "crime against tropical fruit". Bob emphatically warns, "Absolutely do not eat that thing".
• Japanese Chewy Skittles: These "fruit and flower flavor" gummies smelled like candles and tasted like "soap" or "lotion" to some, yet others found certain flavors "delicious," with a soft, mini-marshmallow-like texture.

Finally, the hosts reminisce about college food as Nila prepares for Detroit:

• Kate fondly recalls Miami of Ohio's Bagel and Deli (steamed bagel sandwiches) and Wild Bistro (Chinese food).
• Bob praises Ohio State's Mark Pis China Express for its Almond Boneless Chicken (ABC), which he considers his number one college food.
• Nila anticipates trying Detroit's famous conies (hot dogs) and explores other local spots like Sign of the Beef Carver and Hibachi Me food trucks.

Kate wraps up with her experience at the Ohio State Fair, noting delicious corn dogs and French fries, but lamenting the absence of her beloved "steak on the stick".

Join the conversation and share your food stories by emailing seefooddietpodgmail.com or finding them on TikTok and Instagram @seefooddietpod.

This podcast episode features an unscripted conversation among friends, primarily centered around food experiences and pop culture discussions. They share reviews of various restaurants, including steakhouses, seafood spots, and buffets, offering strong opinions on the quality and value of the food and dining environments. Beyond food, the group touches upon topics like popular online games, recent movies, zoo updates, and current music trends, often leading to lively debates and humorous tangents. The informal chat highlights their personal preferences and witty banter, creating an engaging and casual atmosphere for listeners.

"It's back. It's better than ever." KateThe "Seafood Diet Podcast" hosts Bob, Kate, and Matt return for their second season, immediately engaging in a lively discussion about various food experiences. They share personal opinions on fast-food chains like Little Caesars and Freddy's, debating the quality of specific items like their chicken sandwiches. The conversation covers unique food finds, such as viral fruit-shaped ice creams from Asian markets and offerings from popular travel stops like Buc-ee's, along with reviews of local restaurants. A significant portion of the discussion focuses on the eclectic and often bizarre food options available at the Ohio State Fair, particularly the unconventional deviled egg flavors and other deep-fried novelties.

"I ate like a quarter of a huge watermelon in like 5 minutes. And then went back to my room. And everyone was like, 'Where'd you go?' I was like, 'Oh, yeah. I threw up.'" - NilaWelcome to the latest See Food Diet Podcast with hosts Bob, and Kate, and special guest Nila. This episode comes with a major announcement: this Memorial Day installment is the Season One finale, as the podcast is taking a summer break until mid-to-late July !

Host Matt is away, busy coaching baseball. While they're on hiatus, they suggest revisiting older episodes or perhaps inviting them over for a meal.

The week's personal eats were mostly routine, but Bob gave a glowing review to delicious #Qdoba carnitas, praising their lack of fat. This sparked a discussion about other meats like Chipotle's limited-edition carne asada and the frustration of food getting stuck in your teeth, citing barbacoa, birria, and pot roast.

A recent excursion to the picturesque but pricey and self-checkout-based Copia Farms led to unique purchases, including frozen roast, duck eggs, and kefir. Bob found unexpected joy in peanut butter chocolate chip cookies despite others' less enthusiastic reviews, while contemplating, but ultimately passing on, an $18 pint of ice cream. Copia is also a source for great pickle sauerkraut.

Other food highlights included shout outs to Native Cold Pressed for their amazing Pineapple Upside Down Cake protein balls, a favorite despite general protein bar dislike. They also sampled delicious Wagu Brasola from Foris, described as a peppery, beefy alternative to prosciutto, and praised a tasty Caprese sausage. The hosts lamented the disappearance of their favorite sourdough bread from Littleton's.

The episode featured some memorable taste tests. Reese's Peanut Butter Cups with Jelly (strawberry and grape) were deemed a failure, offering minimal flavor impact and tasting artificially. The consensus? Stick to a Native protein ball or a real PB&J. Various Kit Kat flavors received criticism for a waxy texture. The highlight (or lowlight) was the Fresh Fizz organic Date Cola, which evoked descriptions like smoke, frankincense, myrrh, or "first Christmas soda".

The conversation then dove deep into cookout and BBQ food. Top choices included hot dogs and brats. Sides like baked beans, potato salad, and macaroni salad were popular picks. Strong opinions were shared on mayo-based pasta salads. Desired cookout items included fruits, dips, chips, cheese cubes, and avocado salsa. Desserts sparked debate, from fruit pizza (loved by Bob, hated by Kate) to Rice Krispies treats and Texas sheet cake. Nila's upcoming graduation party prompted a discussion on giant party subs, though her party will feature Qdoba catering and Walmart cake instead.

They briefly touched on summer-only treats like Rainbow Twizzlers and a past incident of overeating watermelon in Norway. A quick note on the recent Eurovision contest highlighted potential political voting. Germany received praise for currywurst, contrasting sharply with the discussion of disgusting-looking Footy Scran (British stadium food) seen on TikTok.

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"I don't know why. I don't know how it happened, but it is one of the most traumatic meals." - Kate

Join hosts Bob and Kate, with special guest Nila, as they dive headfirst into a week of eats and the wild world of Eurovision.

This episode kicks off with the crucial question: "What did you eat this week?". Things start relatively basic, but quickly get interesting! Hear about sampling goodies from the Butler County Donut Trail and recent visits to Denny's (including a Cinnamon Roll Pancake Slam!). Get the mouthwatering details on delicious steak nachos from Habaneros and the perplexing encounter with a plant that tasted strongly of licorice, mistaken for basil, at a Persian restaurant. You won't want to miss the cautionary tale of a Mother's Day celery juice gone horribly, hilariously wrong!

Plus, they sample Wendy's new Strawberry Pop-Tart and Salted Caramel Crunch Frosty mixins and explore the Dairy Queen summer menu.

Then, the conversation takes a flavorful detour to Eurovision 2025, discussing the food of competing countries. From Australian Tim Tams and Vegemite to Georgian Khachapuri, Belgian waffles, Swiss fondue, French pastries, Italian delights, Spanish paella and jamon, and even German hot dog pretzel salad disasters, they cover a global smorgasbord! Hear about unique Norwegian tastes like aged moose, reindeer, and whale jerky and surprisingly good nachos. They also delve into the fascinating idea of what constitutes "authentic" international food versus a traveler's restaurant experience.

Discover which foods were potentially "ruined" after being experienced abroad (like Kurdish falafel and Iraqi Chinese food!).

Tune in for candid reviews, travel stories, and plenty of food-related tangents. It's a conversation that's definitely worth a listen!