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Dec 2023
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Wrapping up 2023 & Previewing 2024 [AUDI...

North Carolina Food & Beverage
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Join the hosts Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, as they reflect on the events and highlights of 2023 and share their hopes and expectations for 2024. This episode includes discussions about their favorite dining and food experiences of the past year, insights on upcoming trends and restaurant openings, and plans for future expansion of their podcasting and video content. The episode also reveals the winner of their annual POTY Award. Tune in for a fun and insightful conversation about North Carolina's food and beverage scene.   00:00 Introduction and Welcome to the Podcast 00:28 Reflecting on the Holiday Season 01:27 Celebrating Partnerships and Events of 2023 03:29 Challenges and Triumphs: The Bubbles and Brats Event 05:48 Venturing into the Video Realm 07:15 Launching 'Where Do We Eat?' Series 13:00 Recap of the Year and Notable Guests 15:50 Looking Forward: Predictions for 2024 22:23 Introducing the Podcast Nominees 23:16 Favorite Food Experiences of the Year 24:24 Memorable Music and Dining Experiences 25:26 Aja: A New Dining Experience 27:19 Other Noteworthy Dining Experiences 28:30 Holiday Celebrations and Traditions 33:36 Announcing the Podcast Award Winner 35:30 Looking Forward to 2024  

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