Food Fight Podcast

Food Fight Podcast
Podcast Description
Inspired by DiMattia's Food Fight on Facebook, this podcast is the first and only dedicated food podcast in the Northeastern Pennsylvania (NEPA) area, but it's not just for locals! While we highlight the vibrant food scene in NEPA, we also explore culinary trends, food culture, and dining experiences from all over. Whether you're tuning in from near or far, the podcast brings you a unique, in-depth look at everything from local hidden gems to international flavors. Featuring interviews with chefs, restaurateurs, food critics, and passionate foodies, our episodes provide expert tips, mouthwatering recommendations, and fresh takes on the ever-evolving world of food.
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The podcast focuses on culinary trends, local dining experiences, and the vibrant food scene in NEPA, with specific episodes like 'The Valley of Sweet Sauce Pizza' highlighting local pizza culture and 'The Food of NEPA' showcasing connections to the area's culinary community. It covers a range of topics from restaurant reviews to international flavors, offering expert tips and fresh perspectives on various food subjects.

Inspired by DiMattia’s Food Fight on Facebook, this podcast is the first and only dedicated food podcast in the Northeastern Pennsylvania (NEPA) area, but it’s not just for locals! While we highlight the vibrant food scene in NEPA, we also explore culinary trends, food culture, and dining experiences from all over. Whether you’re tuning in from near or far, the podcast brings you a unique, in-depth look at everything from local hidden gems to international flavors. Featuring interviews with chefs, restaurateurs, food critics, and passionate foodies, our episodes provide expert tips, mouthwatering recommendations, and fresh takes on the ever-evolving world of food.

In this episode of Food Fight, we welcome the family behind R Bar & Grill, a beloved family-owned hotspot in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania. What began in 2011 as a tiny space with just eight tables and a modest wing lineup has grown into a local legend—now located in the Alden Manor complex—with room for up to 150 guests and over 80–100 wing flavors on the menu .
The journey of starting small and scaling up as a family-run business
The brainstorming behind dozens of wing flavors—from classic hot BBQ to wild creations like Chocolate Bacon, Sriracha Basil, and Everything Bagel
Insights on daily operations, community engagement, and pivoting from a corner bar to a full-service grill with banquet hall
Fresh takes on cheesesteaks, wings, and the camaraderie that comes from cooking—and recording—a meal together
The R Bar & Grill isn’t just about quantity—it’s about quality. Reviewers rave about their banquet hall, kid-friendly atmosphere, and staff that goes the extra mile for allergies or special requests (). And when Wing Night lands on a Tuesday—50¢ wings and all—you’ll want to call ahead: they’re frequently fully booked .
Whether you’re a foodie, entrepreneur, or just love a good family success story with fries on the side, this episode covers it all—plus eight hearty cheesesteaks and a ton of laughs.
Tune in to learn how passion, flavor innovation, and family bonds can turn a small-town corner bar into Nanticoke’s go-to flavor destination—one wing at a time.
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