This episode, we are joined by sisters Breezy and Andy Valdez of the epically good HomeState where I have often enjoyed one too many tacos and death by Queso. The late great Jonathan Gold had this to say about HomeState’s menu “ it could be an anthology of Texan folk remedies, from plates of eggy migas, to strong coffee, to Frito pies served steaming in the bag, but on fuzzy mornings, the breakfast tacos may be everything you remember and everything you still crave.”

Crescendo! is a new seasonal podcast from award-winning podcast host and author Greg Bresnitz, which explores the intersection of food and music. Each episode, Bresnitz interviews a chef, who guides listeners through an imaginary menu where each dish is paired with a song. The guests share personal stories and insights about their selections, examining the convergence between these savory, sweet, and sonic moments as they build towards each episode’s Crescendo!