Welcome, listeners, to 'The Truth in This Art' podcast, guided by the insightful Rob Lee. Today our special guest is Chris Franzoni, the visionary founder behind EatmoreBaltimore, a dynamic food blog and influential online platform that has become a culinary beacon illuminating the vibrant dining landscape of Baltimore and its surroundings. Chris embarked on this flavorful journey in 2015, driven by a fervent desire to celebrate and elevate the burgeoning food and restaurant scene of Baltimore through the power of social media. Inspired by the positive impact of his friend @NashvilleFoodFan, Chris crafted @EatmoreBaltimore as a vessel to showcase the city's culinary prowess, gradually propelling Baltimore onto the gastronomic map as a burgeoning foodie destination. Since its inception, @EatmoreBaltimore has burgeoned into an impressive community of over 49,000 followers, zealously exploring and spotlighting a plethora of local restaurants. Chris Franzoni, with a remarkable six-year legacy, has evolved into an authoritative figure, curating trusted food recommendations and insightful reviews that encapsulate the essence of Baltimore's vibrant food culture.

In this podcast, we probe:

• The origins of EatmoreBaltimore, tracing its inception six years ago to Chris's inspiration drawn from a friend's captivating food blog in Nashville, exploring how this spark ignited his culinary journey in Baltimore.
• The essence of Chris' mission, delves into his passionate commitment to showcasing the culinary gems of Baltimore's food and restaurant scene, spotlighting his strategic and engaging social media approach.
• Tune in to a captivating podcast dialogue as Chris unveils his intriguing collaborations with renowned brands like Dunkin Donuts and McDonald's, offering a glimpse into the fascinating realm of food promotion and brand partnerships within the culinary domain.
• Embark on an inspiring podcast exploration of aspirations as Chris shares his dream collaborations with prestigious culinary pillars such as the Michelin Guide and the James Beard Foundation, painting a vivid picture of his vision for future culinary synergies.
• Engage in an insightful podcast episode where Chris provides a peek into his well-rounded approach to balancing his love for food with a dedicated fitness routine and mindful eating habits, uncovering the delicate equilibrium between indulgence and well-being in the world of gastronomy.

You're in for a treat! Chris joins host Rob Lee to discuss his journey in the food blogging world. Chris shares how he got started with his blog and the inspiration behind it. He talks about his love for food and how he uses social media to showcase the best restaurants and dishes in Baltimore. Chris also discusses his collaborations with well-known brands and his dream collaborations in the food industry. He shares his thoughts on the Baltimore food scene and how it compares to other cities. The conversation touches on topics like staying fit while being a foodie, the importance of supporting local restaurants, and the joy of indulging in guilty pleasures.

Mentioned in this episode:

EatMoreBaltimore

🎧🌟 Don't forget to rate and review this episode to support the best in podcasting! 🌟🎧

Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
Production:

• Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
• Edited by Daniel Alexis
• Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor

Photos:

• Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.
• Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.

Support the podcast

• The Truth In This Art Podcast Fractured Atlas (Fundraising): https://www.fracturedatlas.org
• The Truth In This Art Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetruthinthisart.bsky.social
• The Truth In This Art Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthinthisart/?hl=en
• The Truth In This Art Podcast Website: https://www.thetruthinthisart.com/
• The Truth In This Art Podcast Shop: Merch from Redbubble