S2E1: Chef Raphael Jones Owner / Head Chef Garden District GR

Season 2 is officially here. In this episode of BRUH, Mike and Tony kick things off with the mindset for the year — stay in the pocket — and welcome Chef Raphael Jones, owner of Garden District in downtown Grand Rapids. Raphael shares the story behind Garden District, from New Orleans roots and family recipes to building a restaurant that feels more like a home than a dining room. The conversation covers food, culture, gumbo debates, red beans and rice, and how hospitality, memory, and intention show up on every plate. This is Part 1 of a two-part episode. Part 2 drops next week, featuring a brand-new segment called Pronunciation Station and listener call-ins. Like, subscribe, and tell a friend about BRUH. Support the show on Patreon and check out the merch. Interested in being on the show? DM us on the platform you found us on.