You can have the best of both worlds at Tacos El Trompo! What do we mean by that? They serve taco shop items and taqueria tacos too! They opened their first location in 2019 in Barrio Logan, and with their continued success - they now have 3 locations, including National City and Mission Beach! Did you know El Trompo means spinning top in Spanish?? Now you know! This week, we met up with the owner David and chatted about how he started, what makes his food different than other taco shops and more!

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Let's Taco Bout Tacos El Trompo! Chomp N Things Episode 67

This week, we chat about Lunar New Year and Valentine’s Day! We brought back our partners for the 2nd year, Celina & Journee. Let’s get into it! Lunar New Year – also known as the Chinese New Year or Spring Festival – began Friday 2/12/2021, ushering in the second animal on the Zodiac with the second new moon after the winter solstice. In China, the festival lasts 15 days, starting with a feast the night of New Year's Eve and ending this year with the Spring Lantern Festival on Feb. 26. Vietnam's Tết Nguyên Đán goes for up to a week, and Lunar New Year in South Korea, known as Seollal, runs for three days. Fast forward to the next half of the episode, we discuss all things from relationships to weird quirks and more!

Happy Valentine's Day & Lunar New Year! Chomp N Things Episode 66

Do you have a side hustle? Per CNBC, “As many Americans have discovered, you don’t have to quit your day job to start a business. Now is the perfect time to start a side hustle — a business you can run outside of the hours you work your full-time job. With many workers commuting less, it’s easier than it has been in years to create a side income.” How many people do you know has a side hustle? Are you thinking about it? Reach out to those side hustlers and ask them questions! Episode drops this Sunday 2/7 at 9AM PST on @applepodcasts and @spotifypodcasts!

Life Updates & Side Hustlin' in 2021! Chomp N Things Episode 65

Cali BBQ serves slow food — fast! Opened in 2008 and serves Kansas City style BBQ with a Cali twist! Their pitmasters have dedicated themselves to the art of live fire cooking. They smoke their craft BBQ overnight in an Ole Hickory Smoker using aromatic California cooking woods. Cali BBQ Podcast — Digital Hospitality is a weekly business and marketing podcast produced by Cali BBQ Media and hosted by restaurant owner and thought leader Shawn Walchef. The podcast and video series features in-depth — and uncensored — conversations with digital entrepreneurs, media personalities, online celebrities, and more!

Community Over Competition with Cali BBQ! Chomp N Things Episode 64

We interviewed 2 friends this week - Michael Jackel of @juicejerky and Eddy Jabbour of @elmisacafe! They’ve been friends for years! @juicejerky started about 5 years ago and is a home-based business, selling fruit snacks online and at Farmer's Markets. @elmisacafe opened its doors in February 2020 and they serve varieties of sandwiches, salads, bowls and more! We learned all about how they got started on our latest episode! Episode 63 drops TODAY!

Juice Jerky and Elmisa Cafe! Who are they?! Chomp N Things Episode 63

2021 Goals! New Year. New Me! Chomp N Things Episode 62

This holiday episode is packed full of virus-free hugs and kisses just for you! From our bubble to yours, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a happy holiday season! HAPPY NEW YEAR! What better way to end this year as we discuss the past year 2020, our favorite and least favorite episodes, favorite thing we’ve eaten at these restaurants, funniest episode, and more! Thank you for all your support this year and let us know what are your favorite parts of 2020 by commenting or sending us a DM!

Special HOLLA-DAY Recap of 2020 Episode! Chomp N Things Episode 61

2977 UPAS STREET, SAN DIEGO,  CA, 92104, UNITED STATESInstagram/Facebook - @cori_pasta

Our Main Ingredient is Integrity with Cori Pasta! Chomp N Things Episode 60

Kaminski’s is a 4th generation family owned and operated restaurant that got its start back in 1964. The BBQ style and flavor of Kaminski’s, comes from its North Carolina roots and decades old family recipes. The BBQ is slow smoked for 13 hours over hickory wood and is prepared with a house rub blend and served with our signature sauce. Kaminski’s is a great fusion of both tradition and contemporary restaurants that remains a staple in the San Diego community. We interview Family Manager Ally, and she talks about how their restaurant is adapting to the times and creating a presence online. This is truly a family-owned restaurant with Grandma still roaming in and out of the kitchen, cousins on the waitstaff and more! Episode goes live tomorrow 12/13 at 9am PST on @applepodcasts & @spotifypodcasts!

Adapting To the Times & Going Online with Kaminski's BBQ! Chomp N things Episode 59

https://www.papaspolvoron.com/Facebook/Instagram - @papaspolvoron

Is Filipino Polvoron Better than others?! Chomp N Things Episode 58

Facebook/Instagram- @dingtea_nationalcityAddress:600 East 8th St. #7 National City, CA

Is Ding Tea National City Breaking the Rules? Chomp N Things Episode 57

Facebook/Instagram - @saludtacos2196 Logan AveSan Diego, CA 92113619.255.3856saludsd.com

How Did Salud Tacos Get Started?! Chomp N Things Episode 56

Facebook/Instagram - @abbeysrealtexasbbqAddress: 6904 Miramar Road - San Diego, CA 92121Tel: (858) 566-2333

Holy Smokes! The Best Brisket & BBQ in San Diego at Abbey's BBQ - Chomp N Things Episode 55

Chicken Charlies locations:12457 Rancho Bernardo Rd, San Diego, CA, 921285500 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA, 919423146 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92109Follow him on Instagram/Facebook - @chickencharlieshttps://chickencharlies.com/ 

The Origin of the Deep Fried Oreo with Chicken Charlies AKA The Deep Fry King! Chomp N Things Episode 54

Address: 1717 Quivira Rd, San Diego, CA  92109Instagram @royalrooster13

The BEST Tacos & Cali Burritos in San Diego with Royal Rooster SD! Chomp N Things Episode 53

Chompin on things while talking about things. We're all about the BEST food in San Diego and discuss fun topics at the same time! Hosted by Judy, Patrick, Paulina, and Vince!

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