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The Waitlist for This Sushi Spot Numbers in the Hundreds. Here’s the Secret Ingredient of Its Success.

Royal Sushi & Izakaya's Jesse Ito discusses the power of apprenticeship, following in his father's footsteps, and creating a unique restaurant vibe.

By Shawn P. Walchef

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24-Karat Gold Syrup Is Just One Part of This Self-Taught Chef’s Empire

By Shawn P. Walchef

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How Chef JJ Started a Rice Bowl Revolution in Harlem

By Emily Washcovick

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The Coffee Shop Issa Rae Helped Turn Into a Community Destination

By Shawn P. Walchef

Thought Leaders

How This Chef Navigated a $80,000 Turnaround for His Business

Troy Guard of TAG Restaurant Group discusses transforming from chef to owner, asking for what you want, and the power of storytelling.

By Shawn P. Walchef

Online Presence

Try This Super-Busy Restaurateur’s Recipe for Preventing Personal Burnout

Lien Ta, of the restaurants Here's Looking At You and All Day Baby, discusses ways to bring new business and new energy to your establishment.

By Shawn P. Walchef

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How This Brewing Company Tapped Into New Revenue Streams By Putting Their Drinks In People’s Fridges

Tiago Carneiro, of Novo Brazil, discusses expanding a business model, selling packaged goods, and having big ambitions.

By Shawn P. Walchef

Business News

Achieving Your Goal Is Secondary. The Climb Is What Really Counts, Says the CEO of Pressed.

On the new episode of "Restaurant Influencers," Justin Nedelman of Pressed discusses the business of plant-based foods, why the uphill climb is an entrepreneur's best friend, and why he replaced his CRM with a GRM.

By Shawn P. Walchef

Thought Leaders

Why This Restaurateur Loves Confrontational Customers

On this episode of "Restaurant Influencers," FB Society CEO Jack Gibbons discusses the relationship between profit and expansion, how to scale multi-million dollar restaurants, and why you need to embrace negative feedback.

By Shawn P. Walchef

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She Was Named One of Food & Wine’s Best New Chefs of 2023. Here’s What She Does Inside and Outside of the Kitchen to Keep Customers Coming Back for More.

Chef Isabel Coss of Lutèce details her personal path to pastry greatness and discusses the power of telling better stories on social media.

By Shawn P. Walchef

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How This Franchise Founder Scored Big Success By Going Smaller

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux Founder Brandon Landry discusses the intersection of sports and hospitality, and creating Smalls Sliders.

By Shawn P. Walchef

Thought Leaders

Good Leadership Is a Lot Like a Bag of Golf Clubs, According to the CEO of Hooters

Hooters of America CEO Sal Melilli talks about moving from working at the kitchen sink to in the C-suite, diversifying income streams, and celebrating 40 years of Hooters Girls.

By Shawn P. Walchef

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The Over-the-Top Strategy That Is Creating Lifelong Customers for This Restaurant Group

Patrick Barrett and Tim Whitlock of Mastro's Restaurants discuss elevated dining experiences, the importance of responding to customer feedback, and share their advice for hospitality hopefuls.

By Shawn P. Walchef

Online Presence

Meet the Pizza-Making Robots Churning Out 600 Pies Hourly at PizzaHQ

PizzaHQ co-founder Jay Udrija discusses changes in the pizza Industry, new restaurant tech, and food service robotics that have amped up his business.

By Shawn P. Walchef

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How the Seven Reasons Restaurant Group Won a Michelin Star by Telling a Mystical Story With Food

Seven Reasons co-owners Chef Enrique Limardo and Ezequiel Vázquez-Ger discuss the joy of problem-solving, the triumph of getting a Michelin star, and the power of creating an intentional culture in business.

By Shawn P. Walchef

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The CEO of Kitchen United Says This Is His Most Essential Business Tool

Kitchen United CEO Atul Sood discusses the power of relationships, communicating with authenticity, and sharing your struggles with others.

By Shawn P. Walchef

Online Presence

There Was No Twitch or OnlyFans for Chefs. Then the Founders of Kittch Cooked Up a Great Idea.

Kittch CEO Brian Bedol discusses monetizing food content and innovative digital storytelling in the culinary world.

By Shawn P. Walchef

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LeRoy and Lewis Barbecue Built a Community of 50K Followers. Here’s How.

LeRoy and Lewis Barbecue co-owner and pitmaster Evan LeRoy on building an online audience, leveraging digital storytelling, and making Patreon videos.

By Shawn P. Walchef

Online Presence

Running a Profitable Restaurant Is Not Easy. But Coach Chip Klose Has a Plan for You.

Author and restaurant coach Chip Klose discusses his method for making 20% profit in the restaurant business.

By Shawn P. Walchef

Business Branding

Devin Eichler of Crafty Cow Explains How to Use Your Personal Brand to Boost Your Business

The founder and CEO of Crafty Cow Devin Eichler discusses streamlining operations with Toast, connecting with customers through personal branding, and never being afraid to ask for help.

By Shawn P. Walchef

Thought Leaders

How Restaurant365 CEO Tony Smith Uses Data to Make Better Decisions

On this episode of "Restaurant Influencers," Tony Smith, CEO of Restaurant365, explains using software to steer decision-making, the value of in-person events, and how to avoid burnout.

By Shawn P. Walchef

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Sara Finnegan of Edley’s Restaurant Group Shares the Key Ingredient for Restaurant Success

Edley's Restaurant Group's Chief of Staff Sara Finnegan discusses the power of giving back, the value of user-generated content, and her passion for advocating for women in the hospitality industry.

By Shawn P. Walchef

Business News

‘Some Things You Can’t Replace’: 65% of Jobs in Las Vegas Will Be Replaced By Robots, According to a New Report

From robot bartenders to hotel check-in kiosks, technology is already taking over Sin City.

By Dan Bova

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Zack Oates of Ovation on Building Business Connections through Digital Storytelling

Interview with Ovation's Zack Oates about real-time guest feedback, creating loyalty through relationships, and digital storytelling that connects.

By Shawn P. Walchef

Building a Business

Gregg Majewski of Craveworthy Brands on the Advantages of Being #2

Interview with founder CEO of Craveworthy Brands Gregg Majewski about the power of being second, prioritizing hospitality, and the ongoing need for human service workers.

By Shawn P. Walchef

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Elizabeth Chambers of BIRD Bakery on How to Expand in Business with Authenticity

Interview with BIRD Bakery founder Elizabeth Chambers about expanding internationally, social media storytelling, and embracing hospitality in every moment.

By Shawn P. Walchef

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Jon Taffer of Bar Rescue on Succeeding in the Reaction Business

Interview with Bar Rescue Star and Executive Producer Jon Taffer about defeating self doubt, keeping authenticity intact, and being in the reaction business.

By Shawn P. Walchef

Online Presence

Condado Tacos CMO Sara Kear on Creating a Strategic Digital Footprint

Interview with Condado Tacos' Chief Marketing Officer Sara Kear about how to use social media for business and being forced to pivot.

By Shawn P. Walchef

Online Presence

Borekas Founder Uzi Wizman on Creating a Food Business from Social Media

Interview with Uzi Wizman, founder of Borekas and PSY Street Kitchen, about growing a brand from an Instagram Story and sharing culture with the world.

By Shawn P. Walchef

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Dirty Dough Founder Bennett Maxwell on Mental Fitness and Podcasting with Purpose

Interview with Dirty Dough Founder Bennett Maxwell about his inspirational mission, creating balanced social media content, and podcasting with purpose.

By Shawn P. Walchef