Blanca Aldaco is well known in the San Antonio culinary scene. She has a vibrant personality and a deep passion for authentic Mexican cuisine. As the founder of Aldaco’s Restaurants, she has spent decades sharing the rich flavors of her native Guadalajara with the Alamo City. Blanca is also widely recognized for her iconic margaritas and for being one of the first female restaurateurs in the region to gain citywide acclaim. Beyond the kitchen, she’s a community advocate, mentor, and trailblazer who continues to inspire the next generation of chefs and entrepreneurs. She is the current president of the San Antonio Restaurant Association.

In this special episode of *The More You Know, The Better It Tastes*, Susie LaFredo and Alan Williams sit down with Levi Rodgers and Juan Cuellar — the powerhouse duo reviving a nostalgic pizza empire in the heart of San Antonio: Godfather’s Pizza.

Join us for a heartwarming, high-energy conversation as Levi and Juan recount the passion, memories, and mission behind bringing this iconic brand back to life — including the fateful Oregon road trip that sparked it all.

Whether you’re a longtime San Antonio local, a pizza lover, or a restaurateur curious about franchise success stories, this episode delivers inspiration, entrepreneurial gold, and a craving for taco pizza you won’t soon forget.

Jeremiah Burns makes his second visit to this podcast. Jeremiah is the owner of PB&J with Tay, a unique San Antonio eatery that brings a fun and nostalgic twist to the classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Known for his creativity and community spirit, Jeremiah has built more than just a restaurant—he's created a space that feels like home. He’s also been open about his personal journey with mental illness, using his experiences to inspire others and promote mental health awareness which he discusses in this interview.

A good POS system is critical for restaurant success. David Dikin, owner of San Antonio, POS, joins us to talk about how the POS system can make life easier for owners and managers. For more info go to www.theflavorsoftexas.com and scroll all the way to the bottom of the first page for the San Antonio POS banner!

Meet Rick Rodriguez, the creative mind and snack enthusiast behind the popular Instagram page Random Acts of Snacks. What started as a fun way to share his love for quirky, crave-worthy treats quickly turned into a growing community of fellow food lovers drawn to Rick’s authentic voice, off-the-wall snack finds, and a genuine passion for spreading joy one bite at a time. Whether he’s highlighting a hidden gem at a local shop or surprising someone with a spontaneous snack drop, Rick brings heart, humor, and a whole lot of flavor to everything he does. Instagram

Todd Winn and Walter Wilkerson, owners of Forum Meat Company of Ennis, Texas join Alan to talk about bringing clean, quality, proteins to the San Antonio culinary market. Forum has been in business for a few years but are just now moving into the San Antonio Market.

Your hosts, Alan and Susie take time out to discuss new and upcoming local restaurants in the San Antonio area.

The Taste of the Republic is one of the most popular Fiesta events for a reason. This week we interview the founder of The Taste of the Republic, Chef Brian West to explain what it is and why the event has so many fans!