Max Shapiro
Co-host of the Air Jordan podcast and a restaurant critic. Known for candid Instagram reviews of restaurants around the world.
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Jul 12, 2025 • 47min
622: Basque Restaurant Blowout: The Good, The Bad, and the Pil Pil with Max Shapiro
Max Shapiro, co-host of the Air Jordan podcast and a globe-trotting restaurant critic, shares his culinary adventures in the Basque region of Spain. He reveals must-visit spots like Gresca and Asador Etxebarri, while cautioning against booking at Arzak. Max contrasts his Basque experiences with culinary gems in Los Angeles, including Dunsmoor and Shunji. He also discusses the art of dining service, the complexity of Basque pil pil sauce, and the importance of genuine food reviews in an ever-evolving culinary landscape.
Apr 24, 2024 • 51min
393: Los Angeles Loves and Hates with Jordan Okun & Max Shapiro
Two LA food podcasters, Jordan Okun & Max Shapiro, share spicy takes on the LA dining scene. They discuss restaurant reviews, challenges in the industry, sugarcoated critics, luxurious home kitchens, and culinary adventures in Hollywood. The duo explores everything from fast-food joints to upscale restaurants in LA and shares upcoming food travel plans to Mexico City, Tokyo, and Kyoto.
