KUOW announces Brandi Fullwood as new host of "Seattle Eats"
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Seattle, WA — KUOW Public Radio is pleased to announce that Brandi Fullwood will become the new host of Seattle Eats, the station’s weekly podcast covering the region’s vibrant and ever-evolving food scene. The first episode with Fullwood as host will release tomorrow, March 12.
Fullwood, a KUOW producer and former co-host of Spectacular Specimens, brings a deep passion for food and a love of culinary storytelling to the role.
“I have the classic story of a food lover. I've got a big family where food is super important and a relationship with my grandmother that was foundational to the way that I cook,” said Fullwood. “In my day-to-day life now, I love going down the rabbit hole for food. If I love a dish at a restaurant, I'm going to ask for the recipe. And if there isn't a recipe, I'm going to try to figure it out even if it takes weeks. I love food and I'm going to bring that energy to Seattle Eats."
Fullwood steps into the position previously held by The Seattle Times food writer Tan Vinh, who has helmed the podcast since its launch in September 2024. Vinh’s warmth, humor, and insight have shaped Seattle Eats, and KUOW is grateful for his partnership. This transition also marks the conclusion of KUOW’s formal production collaboration with The Seattle Times on Seattle Eats, though food writers from the paper, including Vinh, will continue to be regular guests on the show.
In the upcoming season of Seattle Eats, listeners can expect the same mix of food discoveries, practical tips, and insider perspectives they’ve come to love — along with Fullwood’s unique perspective as a home cook, recipe developer, and dedicated explorer of Seattle’s dining landscape.
“Every week, we're still going to make sure that you get the Seattle Eats that you're expecting: the hacks, the best bites, and the buzzy openings,” said Fullwood.
Upcoming episodes will feature conversations with The Seattle Times food writers Jackie Varriano and Bethany Jean Clement, as well as Seattle Met writer Naomi Tomky.
