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Higher Starting Costs: https://www.foodandwine.com/restaurant-opening-costs-increase-post-pandemic-11776163

YouTube: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-07-21/how-youtube-is-shaping-a-new-generation-of-chefs

Travis Kalanick on All In, Discussing Lab Robotics: https://youtu.be/KypnjJSKi4o?si=toidvBcjlt3QF1wp

Pipedream: https://x.com/thegarrettscott/status/1944801083177505235

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Eater: https://www.eater.com/food-culture/893018/jose-andres-chef-humanitariancomic-book-hero 

Food Dive 1: https://www.fooddive.com/news/us-ice-cream-makers-commit-to-artificial-dye-phase-out-by-2028/753065/ 

Food Dive 2: https://www.fooddive.com/news/tariffs-meat-drive-inflation-conagra-cfo-says/752918/ 

Bloomberg: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-07-09/chocolate-makers-burned-again-as-shortages-hit-cocoa-powder?s...

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QSR: https://www.qsrmagazine.com/story/why-back-of-house-clarity-for-restaurants-is-key-to-navigating-an-uncertain-economy/ 

Bloomberg: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-07-07/starbucks-menu-news-chain-wants-to-get-rid-of-canola-oil-in-its-food?srnd=phx-industries-consumer 

Red Lobster: https://www.campaignlive.com/article/popular-ceo-viral-seafood-boils-story-behind-red-lobsters-biz-comeback/1923541 

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Alinea: https://chicago.eater.com/closings/159756/fire-restaurant-closing-fulton-market-chicago-grant-achatz-alinea-group 

Food Navigator: https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2025/07/01/glp-1s-food-industry-response/ 

Bloomberg: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-06-30/starbucks-beefs-up-hiring-pr...

inks: JBS: https://www.fooddive.com/news/jbs-sec-approves-listing-nyse-meat-beef/746270/ World's 50 Best: https://www.theworlds50best.com/ Daniel Patterson: https://www.instagram.com/chefdanielpatterson/?hl=en Reservation Charges: https://people.com/restaurant-charges-diners-with-more-or-fewer-people-than-their-reservation-11754617

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Axios: https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2025/04/14/michelin-guide-dc-star-restaurants-virginia-declines

Bloomberg: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-06-10/whole-foods-supplier-hack-leaves-empty-shelves-stalls-forklifts?srnd=phx-industries

Food Dive: https://www.fooddive.c...

National Restaurant Association Reporting: https://restaurant.org/research-and-media/research/restaurant-economic-insights/analysis-commentary/restaurants-projected-to-add-490k-seasonal-jobs-this-summer/

Klarna: https://restaurant.org/research-and-media/research/restaurant-economic-insights/analysis-commentary/restaurants-projected-to-add-490k-seasonal-jobs-this-summer/

Bloomberg: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2025-05-27/...

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NRA Career Website: https://restaurant.org/research-and-media/research/restaurant-economic-insights/analysis-commentary/new-association-website-spotlights-restaurant-jobs-and-career-paths/

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Wegman's Next Door: https://www.wegmansnextdoor.com/rochester-new-york/events/

McDonald's Hiring: https://www.cnn.com/2025/05/12/business/mcdonalds-hiring-announcement

Menu Prices Rising: https://www.nrn.com/restaurant-finance/menu-prices-increased-in-april-for-the-third-month-in-a-row

Third Spaces: https://www.nrn.com/quick-service/restaurants-embrace-the-return-of-the-third-place

Fast Casual Success: https://www.qsrmagazine.com/s...

This episode focuses on the very real impact tariffs are expected to have on both independent restaurants and chains across the country. Justin and Ray discuss the pros of the Michelin Guide expansion into the South, and also discuss their worries about the accessibility of this style of dining to a broader audience. Finally, the two take on the idea of platforms that sell exclusive reservation options, and the negative effects thi...

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Alessandra's Site: https://alessandraciuffo.com/about/ 

Flavors by Ale on IG: https://www.instagram.com/flavorsbyale/?hl=en 

Trattoria l'Incontro: https://trattorialincontro.com/ 

ICE Culinary Program: https://www.ice.edu/campus-programs/culinary-arts-associate-degree Rachael Ray: https://rachaelray.com/

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Eddie's Bio from his website: Eddie Shepherd is an award winning modern plant-based chef.
At the forefront of contemporary plant-based cuisine Eddie takes inspiration from nature to create delicious, exciting food with a modern aesthetic.
Eddie runs the unique ‘Walled Gardens’ underground restaurant in Manchester, serving a modern 12 course tasting menu in an informal atmosphere. All the food is prepared and served by the chef for ju...

My Problem with "Heard" in Kitchens, and Why I Prefer Mirrored Callbacks instead - what do you folks think?  

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Introducing Myles Snider, a brilliant culinary enthusiast and entrepreneur, widely known as "@myles_cooks" on Twitter. With his expertise in the art of cooking and his innovative approach to food, Myles has been captivating audiences with his unique culinary creations and sharing his passion for gastronomy through his engaging online presence. In this podcast interview, we delve into Myles' culinary journey, exploring his inspirati...

Ki Chung is the executive chef of Bar Maze in Honolulu, Hawaii. In this conversation, we talk about his journey to becoming a chef, including his time at French Laundry, Commis, and Aubergine. He also discusses the importance of creating a positive work culture in the restaurant industry, nervousness, improving team culture, and eating to learn. 

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Chef Suzanne Vizethann talks about her successful breakfast and brunch restaurant, Buttermilk Kitchen. She shares her insights on taking advantage of an underserved market, building a team, and the importance of communication. Additionally, she discusses the operational strategies that set her restaurant apart, including the use of high-quality ingredients, transparency with guests, and implementing new offerings such as espresso a...

In this episode of the Repertoire podcast, host Justin Khanna shares his excitement about the return of solo episodes. Khanna highlights some of the most popular stories covered in past episodes, including a Twitter thread by startup founder Nick Huber, about the reality of running a profitable restaurant. The thread features a cautionary tale about a chef turned restaurateur who failed after opening a restaurant for selfish reason...