Mike Kostyo

Mike Kostyo is the VP of Menu Matters. Mike has been a recurring guest on Fusion TV’s “The A.V. Club” show; has been featured on NBC News, CBS Radio and Gimlet Media’s “Why We Eat What We Eat” podcast; is regularly featured in newspapers and magazines; speaks at numerous conferences across the country; and was a judge on Food Network’s “Eating America.” For nearly 11 years, Mike was an associate director and trends expert at one of the industry's largest research firms. He has a master's in Gastronomy from Boston University, plus certificates in the culinary arts, baking arts, wine and artisan cheese production. mike@menumatters.com

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Stunning Sipper: Aji Alegre

Stunning Sipper: Aji Alegre Ruka | Boston

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 23, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Vegan for the Win: Mushroom Carnitas Tacos

Vegan for the Win: Mushroom Carnitas Tacos Love Life Café | Miami

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 23, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Double the Fun: Double Rainbow Sushi Bowl

Double the Fun: Double Rainbow Sushi Bowl Pacific Catch | Based in Corte Madera, Calif.

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 23, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Sandwich Überhaul: The Marisol

Sandwich Überhaul: The Marisol Hannah’s Bretzel | Three locations in Chicago

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 23, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Starring Roll: Housemade Milk Bread

Starring Roll: Housemade Milk Bread Taru | New York

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 23, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Big ‘Dila: Four Cheese Steak Quesadilla

Big ‘Dila: Four Cheese Steak Quesadilla Taco John’s | Based in Cheyenne, Wyo.

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 23, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Pasta Rustica: Lamb Ragu With Spinach Pappardelle

Pasta Rustica: Lamb Ragu With Spinach Pappardelle Tre Vele | Based in Sandy Springs, Ga.

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 21, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Super Bowl: Seared Ahi Tuna Bowl

Super Bowl: Seared Ahi Tuna Bowl Urbane Café | Based in Ventura, Calif.

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 21, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Top-Shelf Tots: Potato Pavé Tots

Top-Shelf Tots: Potato Pavé Tots The Vault Steakhouse | San Francisco, Calif.

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 21, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Tropical Tipple: Weekend in Palm Springs

Tropical Tipple: Weekend in Palm Springs Soulmate | West Hollywood, Calif.

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 21, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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She Sells Seashells: Concha French Toast

She Sells Seashells: Concha French Toast Calaca Mamas Cantina | Anaheim, Calif.

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 21, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Dumpling to Talk About: Fufú Gnocchi

Dumpling to Talk About: Fufú Gnocchi Mariel | Boston

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 21, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Shanks for the Memories: Chamorro De Cordero

Shanks for the Memories: Chamorro De Cordero Colibrí Mexican Bistro | San Francisco

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 21, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Nacho Average Pizza: Double Bacon-Cheddar Pizza

Nacho Average Pizza: Double Bacon-Cheddar Pizza Papa Murphy’s | Based in Vancouver, Wash.

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 21, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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One Fell Scoop: The Fiegster

One Fell Scoop: The Fiegster Kith Treats | Based in Brooklyn, N.Y.

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 21, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Bet on Birria: Brisket Birria

Bet on Birria: Brisket Birria Qdoba Mexican Eats | Based in San Diego

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 20, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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A Brunch With Punch: Banana Split Brioche French Toast

A Brunch With Punch: Banana Split Brioche French Toast Hash Kitchen | Based in Scottsdale, Ariz.

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 20, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Flex Your Mussels: Moules Frites

Flex Your Mussels: Moules Frites Venteux | Chicago

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 20, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Milk Bread Marvel: Lobster Sando

Milk Bread Marvel: Lobster Sando Adrestia | Sunnyvale, Calif

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 20, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Second Chances: Spanish Fried Chicken

Second Chances: Spanish Fried Chicken Lírica | Chicago

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 20, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Winner Winner: Southern Bird Sandwich

Winner Winner: Southern Bird Sandwich Kowbird | Oakland, Calif.

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 20, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Afghani Inspo: Chicken “Afghani”

Afghani Inspo: Chicken “Afghani” Lore | Brooklyn, N.Y.

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 20, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Animal Attraction: Bison Ribeye

Animal Attraction: Bison Ribeye Urban Hill | Salt Lake City

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 20, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Flying High: Cedar Waxwing

Flying High: Cedar Waxwing The Meadowlark | Chicago

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 20, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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New Vieux: Banshee Queen

New Vieux: Banshee Queen The Whistler | Chicago

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 20, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Walk This Way: Walking Taco Topper Pizza

Walk This Way: Walking Taco Topper Pizza Toppers Pizza | Based in Whitewater, Wis.

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 20, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Salad MVP: Newk’s Favorite Salad

Salad MVP: Newk’s Favorite Salad Newk’s Eatery | Based in Jackson, Miss.

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 18, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Shaking Things Up: Palo Mandarina

Shaking Things Up: Palo Mandarina Cavaña | San Francisco

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 18, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Matchmaker: Crispy & Spicy Cucumber Salad

Matchmaker: Crispy & Spicy Cucumber Salad Chi and Spy C | New York

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 17, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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Powered by Pastrami: Lardon Reuben

Powered by Pastrami: Lardon Reuben Lardon | Chicago

by Mike Kostyo | Jul 17, 2023 | _Good to Go, _Story, 2023 Best of Flavor

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