On this week's edition of Culinary Confidential, Christina Cates brings on one of the sharpest voices in food journalism today - Andy Wang, contributing writer for Forbes and a leading storyteller on how America eats, drinks, and plays.

Andy has covered restaurants, bars, dining culture, and nightlife for Food & Wine, Robb Report, Los Angeles Magazine, Observer, The New York Times, New York Magazine, Condé Nast Traveler, and more. His reporting spans the country, capturing the chefs, scenes, and shifts that redefine hospitality in 2025.

He’s also the founder of Industry Only, a hospitality‑focused platform and event series that brings together chefs, restaurateurs, and insiders for real conversations about the business behind the culture.

Together, Christina and Andy will dig into the rise of new culinary cities across the U.S., the future of nightlife and bar culture, why storytelling, community, and creativity matter more than ever, and more!

Andy’s nationwide perspective and insider access make this a conversation you’ll want to hear — whether you’re in the industry or a foodie obsessed with food culture.