After 26 years on the job, the post food critic Tom Sitzema is hanging up his knife and fork.
For years, he's dined incognito.
He was so intent on keeping his identity hidden from restaurant owners that he didn't even let family post photos of him.
But earlier this month, as he announced his retirement,
he showed his face online for the first time.
Now, in the spirit of celebrating his illustrious and delicious career,
We wanted to re-air this great episode from late 2024,
when Tom takes post-reports host, Martine Powers, out to dinner.
The episode was a celebration of his 25th anniversary at the post,
and it's a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the life of a professional food critic.
Tom talks about his favorite parts of dining out,
some of his most savage reviews, and how we can all be better diners.
Okay, here's the show.
Thank you so much.
I just say happy holidays.
Great to meet both of you.
Should I just like throw out some dishes then?
Do you eat or not eat anything?
I eat everything.
Oh, I love people like you.