Heaping Spoonful

Updated: 06 May 2025 • 113 episodes
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"Heaping Spoonful" is a twice-monthly conversation with restaurateurs, chefs, growers and others who have helped generate the legends associated with eateries across the Mid-South. The team at Ben E. Keith is proud to sponsor this adventure with the goal of preserving the stories that have helped cultivate an amazing food scene across the Mid-South.

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Today Heaping Spoonful features Luis Vasquez of El Sur in Soma. Luis shares his inspiring journey from running a food truck to establishing a brick-and-mortar restaurant, driven by his deep passion for his roots. Honduran cuisine is where it"s at and if you aren"t familiar you need to be.

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This episode of Heaping Spoonful features Michael Carpenter from Speakeasy Café in Bryant. He discusses everything coffee-related, as well as the customer experience. Michael also shares insights into starting a business, including the challenges and rewards of being a cafe owner.

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Today we welcome Kelli Marks, a talented baker and author. From her journey as a restaurateur to writing her own cookbook, Kelli shares her passion for baking and education. Her story is truly inspiring!

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Today"s special guest is Shane Taylor of Taylors" Made Cafe in Conway who shares his journey growing up in the restaurant business. He reflects on his years at North Little Rock staple Sir Loins End and discusses how he and his wife successfully balance their work and personal life.

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On today’s episode of Heaping Spoonful, we welcome Joe Salgueiro of SO Restaurant & Bar. Joe shares stories from his time at one of New York City"s top restaurants and how he brings that same high-level dining experience to Little Rock.

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Today’s episode of Heaping Spoonful features Kevin Doroski of Draft and Table. Kevin shares his journey from working in the country club scene to owning his own restaurant in downtown North Little Rock.

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