The episodes

In this episode, Eric Slaymaker, CEO & founder of Wingers Alehouse, shares his journey from advertising to building a thriving restaurant brand. Today, Wingers has expanded to 28 locations across five states, with a focus on growth in the western U.S.

In this episode, Phil Friedman, shares his inspiring journey from managing food distribution in Vietnam to scaling major brands like Panda Express and McAlister’s Deli. He reveals invaluable insights on adaptability, overcoming challenges, and the critical role of innovation in achieving lasting success.

In this episode, Jerry Baldwin shares his journey in supply chain procurement and restaurant operations, emphasizing the need for innovative strategies and strong vendor relationships.

In this episode, John Haggai shares how he transitioned from a busboy to a CEO in the hospitality industry, revealing the challenges and emotional shifts involved.

Join Restrocast as Kevin Bentley, Head of Technology at Jollibee North America, shares his journey from NFL linebacker to tech leader. Host Ashish Tulsian explores Bentley’s role at Jollibee, his educational path, and insights on leadership, resilience, and success in the restaurant tech industry.

In this episode, Craig Dunaway, COO of Penn Station Subs, shares his journey, insights on balancing operations and growth, and the importance of communication, culture, and technology in the restaurant industry.

In this Restrocast episode, Ashish Tulsian interviews Mazen Kanaan, CEO of House of Pops, discussing his journey from Unilever to entrepreneurship, market insights, and future plans for healthy ice cream expansion.

In this episode, Stratis Morfogen discusses his journey from the Fulton Fish Market to Brooklyn Chop House, emphasizing innovation, disruption, and resilience in the restaurant industry. A must-listen for aspiring restaurateurs.

Join host Ashish Tulsian in the latest Restrocast episode with Wade Allen, Costa Vida’s EVP of Strategic Growth. Wade, a digital innovation veteran, unveils insights from his diverse journey, pioneering marketing technology at Costa Vida.

In this Restrocast episode, Ashish Tulsian interviews Joe Frem, Co-founder of Matbakhi, discussing his entrepreneurial journey and innovations in hospitality F&B management.

In this episode of Restrocast, Ashish Tulsian interviews Jim Bitticks, COO of Dave’s Hot Chicken, discussing his rise from a teenage employee to executive and his strategic approach to scaling operations.

Join Restrocast with Justin Skelton, SVP and CIO at Dine Brands, exploring his journey across sectors including Allstate, Bank of America, and CVS, and his innovative take on hospitality technology.

In this podcast episode, Andy Holman shares insights from his four-decade journey in hospitality, highlighting leadership, customer service evolution, and the importance of adaptability. He offers advice to aspiring professionals and discusses the impact of technology and sustainability on the industry’s future. A must-listen for restaurant industry enthusiasts.

Explore Alexander Debare’s unconventional path to success in the latest podcast. From pilot to law student, he shares his inspiring journey founding Burger28, a unique ’90s UAE-inspired burger and hot dog chain. Delve into social media’s role, business challenges, and Debare’s commitment to self-improvement, offering valuable insights for entrepreneurs.

Explore the culinary voyage of Troy Hooper, CEO of Hot Palette America, in a captivating Restrocast Podcast episode. Uncover his 30-year journey, innovative practices, and leadership insights that have shaped the hospitality industry.

From a nurse in New Zealand to Dubai’s top specialty brand, RAW Coffee. Discover her journey, quality focus, ethical sourcing, and insights into UAE’s coffee future. Kim’s resilience brews an inspiring entrepreneurial tale.

Nadim Majdalani shares his transformative journey from engineering to revolutionizing Middle Eastern restaurants in an insightful podcast. Highlights include YoSushi acquisition, eathos’ inception, and personal battles, offering a rare glimpse into a visionary leader’s mind.

Explore Panchali Mahendra’s journey from Indian basketball to Michelin-starred restaurants in Dubai on Restrocast. Delve into her diverse portfolio, featuring the groundbreaking Indian-Japanese concept Inja, and gain insights into F&B challenges and innovations.

Benson Tsai, the visionary Co-founder and CEO of Stellar Pizza shares his journey from a SpaceX Engineer to being the creator of a game-changing pizza chain. Discover his rich food heritage, his dynamic career, and the exciting future he envisions for Stellar Pizza!

 Join us as we interview David Bloom, an industry veteran with 25 years of strategic franchise experience in the restaurant industry. Gain valuable insights and be inspired by his journey in the dynamic world of restaurants. Don’t miss this engaging interview!

In this podcast episode, Geoff Alexander, President & CEO of Wow Bao, talks about his journey in the restaurant industry, embracing technology while balancing human touch, using NFTs in restaurants, the importance of nurturing restaurant staff, and more. 

Duncan Muir shares his journey into the F&B world of Dubai, his experience of growing top independent restaurant brands, customer-centric strategies for restaurants, the importance of empathy, and much more. 

George Kunnappally, Managing Director of Nando’s UAE shares his journey in making Nando’s a successful food chain in the UAE, the mindset he developed, the lack of entrepreneurial knack, and the change in the hospitality industry over the years.