In this high-value episode of "The More You Know, The Better It Tastes," Susie and Alan explore the intersection of media, marketing, and the culinary arts with Jennifer McInnis, Editor-in-Chief of San Antonio Magazine. With a career spanning major Texas metros, a deep background in wine as a WSET Level 2 expert, and years of experience as a food and drinks editor, Jennifer brings a unique perspective on what it takes for a local brand to cut through the noise in the 6th largest city in the United States.

In this episode of the Flavors of Texas Podcast, host Alan Williams sits down with Matt Levere, the Head Butcher at San Antonio's revolutionary Pullman Market. This isn't just a conversation about meat; it's a deep dive into the craft, responsibility, and science of whole-animal butchery and its impact on the Texas food scene.

Today we’re joined by someone who truly understands what hospitality is supposed to feel like.

Jeffery Spahn has spent his career on the front lines of the restaurant industry—both in management and as a server—working in some of the top dining rooms and learning what separates good service from something people remember long after the meal is over.

He now brings that experience to Esencia, the new Asian and Mexican fusion restaurant inside the historic St. Anthony Hotel, where attention to detail and genuine care for the guest are at the center of the experience.

In this conversation, we talk about what hospitality really means, how it’s evolved, and what it takes to deliver it at a high level every single night.