Podcasts about fazoli

  • 112PODCASTS
  • 137EPISODES
  • 48mAVG DURATION
  • 1MONTHLY NEW EPISODE
  • Mar 28, 2025LATEST

POPULARITY

20172018201920202021202220232024


Best podcasts about fazoli

Latest podcast episodes about fazoli

Acquisitions Anonymous
Buying 6 Fazoli's Franchises in Rural Texas: Would You Do It?

Acquisitions Anonymous

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 31:30


Would you buy 6 top-performing Italian franchise restaurants spread across rural West Texas?Sponsors:This episode is sponsored by Capital Pad – a game-changing platform that connects acquisition entrepreneurs with investors and capital. Whether you're buying or funding a deal, visit https://www.capitalpad.com and tell them Acquanon sent you.Thanks also to Edler Zain, the CPA firm built for entrepreneurs. From QofEs to full-service CFO support, get the Builders Package at https://www.edlerzain.com – and mention Acquanon!In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, the full panel—Mills, Bill, Michael, and Heather—dives into a listing for six Fazoli's franchise locations scattered across Abilene, Midland-Odessa, and Lubbock, Texas. With over $13M in revenue and $1.1M in EBITDA, the team breaks down the dynamics of buying a foodservice business in rural America. They explore the challenges of multi-location management in a geographically spread market, the hidden costs of restaurant leases, CapEx requirements, and why existing franchisees might be passing on the deal. From franchising quirks to fast-casual Italian economics, it's a meaty one—hold the marinara.Breakdown of a $5M asking price on $1.1M EBITDAFranchising dynamics: Why aren't existing franchisees buying this?Real estate challenges: 6 locations, none of the real estate includedCapEx cycles in restaurants and why “no CapEx required” might be misleadingGeographic dispersion: Managing 6 locations spread across West TexasWho the ideal buyer is—and why it's probably not youSubscribe to weekly our Newsletter and get curated deals in your inboxAdvertise with us by clicking here Do you love Acquanon and want to see our smiling faces? Subscribe to our Youtube channel. Do you enjoy our content? Rate our show! Follow us on Twitter @acquanon Learnings about small business acquisitions and operations. For inquiries or suggestions, email us at contact@acquanon.com

Acquisitions Anonymous
Buying 6 Fazoli's Franchises in Rural Texas: Would You Do It?

Acquisitions Anonymous

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 31:30


Would you buy 6 top-performing Italian franchise restaurants spread across rural West Texas?Sponsors:This episode is sponsored by Capital Pad – a game-changing platform that connects acquisition entrepreneurs with investors and capital. Whether you're buying or funding a deal, visit https://www.capitalpad.com and tell them Acquanon sent you.Thanks also to Edler Zain, the CPA firm built for entrepreneurs. From QofEs to full-service CFO support, get the Builders Package at https://www.edlerzain.com – and mention Acquanon!In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, the full panel—Mills, Bill, Michael, and Heather—dives into a listing for six Fazoli's franchise locations scattered across Abilene, Midland-Odessa, and Lubbock, Texas. With over $13M in revenue and $1.1M in EBITDA, the team breaks down the dynamics of buying a foodservice business in rural America. They explore the challenges of multi-location management in a geographically spread market, the hidden costs of restaurant leases, CapEx requirements, and why existing franchisees might be passing on the deal. From franchising quirks to fast-casual Italian economics, it's a meaty one—hold the marinara.Breakdown of a $5M asking price on $1.1M EBITDAFranchising dynamics: Why aren't existing franchisees buying this?Real estate challenges: 6 locations, none of the real estate includedCapEx cycles in restaurants and why “no CapEx required” might be misleadingGeographic dispersion: Managing 6 locations spread across West TexasWho the ideal buyer is—and why it's probably not youSubscribe to weekly our Newsletter and get curated deals in your inboxAdvertise with us by clicking here Do you love Acquanon and want to see our smiling faces? Subscribe to our Youtube channel. Do you enjoy our content? Rate our show! Follow us on Twitter @acquanon Learnings about small business acquisitions and operations. For inquiries or suggestions, email us at contact@acquanon.com

Dirt Tracks & Rib Racks
Episode 164 - TJ Mayberry

Dirt Tracks & Rib Racks

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 165:23


For this episode, TJ Mayberry joins the show! He is the driver of the #777 - 602 Sportsman and the owner of High Side Apparel out of Pennsylvania! Discussed: Climbing the rungs of the ladder to where he's at now in the 602 Sportsman series. Where did the idea for High Side Apparel come about? 2024 racing season and results. Heavy on Grandview Speedway Future goals for racing and apparel PA Speedweek, Western PA Speedweek, Eastern Storm, and more! Favorite establishments out his way: Buckeye Tavern, JT Bankers, Philly Philly Where you can find High Side Apparel? Highsideapparel.shop , Facebook, Instagram. Check it out for shirts, coozies, stickers! (Ends around 50:00 minute mark) We also have a loaded Stoking the Fire segment, stop for a cup of coffee in the Feature finish and a loaded The Smoke segment. Starting here: Stoking the Fire FAST on Dirt & BOSS sprints join POWERi sanctioning More schedule releases. Anything stand out? Louie Vermeil Classic returns in August to Calistoga Speedway Jake Swanson going full time with USAC National in the #5T The Dome recap Mr. Smooth back for a big racing slate in 2025 Chili Bowl A main shortened to 40 laps Federated Auto Parts Raceway at I-55 has been sold ISW opens at IMS next July Gateway Dirt Nationals purse increase and other changes coming in 2025 Is there a new WoO Late Model title sponsor? Social media of the week(s) "The Draft" (Ends around 1:41:00 minute mark) Feature Finish Gateway Dirt Nationals @ The Dome Jr. Knepper 55 @ DuQuoin XR 604 Late Model Nationals @ All-Tech Raceway (Ends around 1:44:00 mark) The Smoke Charlie changes it up and visits Wendy's Chicken pot pie annihilation Bubba's 33 cheesesteak & garlic knots Twisted Tomato, and Fazoli's Ikea cafeteria Wolfies wings

The Spitting Nonsense Podcast
#286 S5:E38 World of Exotic Meats, Dynamic Brokeback Duo, Francis Fazoli Cappocola, See Ya Later Choom, James Cameron Ai Overlord, Blyat Yord, TREEDM, Diddy Did Do Did it

The Spitting Nonsense Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2024 110:08


The pair you are about to hear are not professionals. Their opinions and beliefs are not fact. They are just two idiots that are Spitting Nonsense. Hi, We are Jasmine and Zach here to present you with some nerdy news! We upload our news podcast on Wednesdays and our bonus episode on Saturdays! Support us by following us on Discord at: discord.gg/yjxsKww Give us feedback and let us know how you feel in our #questions-and-suggestions channel on the Discord listed above.

Great Hang with Myka and Tim
Dashiki at the Fazoli's w/ Mal Hall | Great Hang Podcast

Great Hang with Myka and Tim

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 51:48


On this very special episode of The Great Hang Podcast LIVE from the Vail Comedy Festival, Myka and Tim welcome hilarious comedian Mal Hall. This episode has a full room of spectators. We get into it all. We find out if Mal is the only black guy in Vail, we have another very fun play. And Myka is on fire. Great Hang Patreon https://www.patreon.com/GreatHang   iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/great-hang-with-myka-and-tim/id1574565430?i=1000562076384   Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/0xpCw3jkplXMxp82ow0NCF?si=8757f4b501834a45     Follow Myka @Mykafox https://twitter.com/MykaFox https://www.instagram.com/mykafox/   Follow Tim https://www.instagram.com/hot_comic69/     Check Out Tough Questions with Jeff and Tim    iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tough-questions/id1669524479   Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/0fy4RZhE6uE6WReq9jVP4O?si=c24824663daf4408

Setting The Pace (A Pacers Podcast)
Mailbag Pt. 2 - Is this a Championship Contender with a healthy Mathurin & Jarace developing?

Setting The Pace (A Pacers Podcast)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 39:39


Alex Golden and Mike Facci are BACK for MORE Mailbag questions from the BEST fans in the world! 1). Jake Exline — If we run it back and have a healthy Mathurin and production out of Walker, do you think this is a championship contender? If not, what marginal move do you think we can make to get us there? 2). Rooster — Of our young players on rookie deals (Nembhard, Mathurin, Sheppard, Jarace, IJax) rank them in order of most likely to be extended to least. Also, how many players do you think we draft this year? Personally l'd like to see them try to trade 3 seconds to get a little higher. 3). Casey Johnson — To what extent do you feel the Pacers proved this year that playing fast in the playoffs is a winnable strategy? Do you think we will see other teams not worry about the rule of the playoffs slowing down? 4). Gentry Hudson — How do you feel the addition of a Fazoli's to Gainbridge Fieldhouse would enhance fan engagement? 5). Chase Sasin — Do you think tyrese, nembhard, and mathurin can be a good starting 1-3 for the future if mathurin came become a better defender? 6). Adam — Even though Nembhard is under contract, would you give him an extension if he is eligible this offseason? Also do you think Toppin made his case during this postseason that he should be brought back as well? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Local Marketing Lab
Your secret local marketing weapon: Brand ambassadors with Elaine Patel

The Local Marketing Lab

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 26:22


Want to boost community engagement and increase brand advocacy? In this episode of the Local Marketing Lab, Elaine Patel, Director of Local Store Marketing at FAT Brands, unveils a powerful secret local marketing weapon — brand ambassadors. With over 20 years of experience working with major brands, Elaine shares game-changing strategies that have propelled FAT Brands' success across 2,300+ locations.Here are some topics discussed in the episode around your secret local marketing weapon, brand ambassadors:Empowering and equipping front-line employees as brand ambassadors for local marketingBest practices for supporting and motivating brand ambassadorsBenefits of celebrating “local heroes” like teachers, firefighters, and nurses for building brand awareness and community connectionsStrategies for building consistent, long-term relationships with the local communityThe role of social media and user-generated content in amplifying local marketing effortsResourcesConnect with Elaine Patel on LinkedIn.Learn more about FAT Brands.Other shout-outsCheck out some of FAT Brands' franchises like Fatburger, Johnny Rockets, Pretzelmaker, and Fazoli's.Learn more about Career Sparks.

Who Cut The Cheese
Best and Worst Italian Restaurants in Orlando and Unique Orlando Experiences We Love and Want To Try

Who Cut The Cheese

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 53:26


Join us as we talk about our Best and Worst Italian Restaurant experiences, from our favorites North Italia and SoDough Square to our all-around bad time at Bar Italia. We also go down memory lane with the Fazoli's and Pizza Hut Report Card nostalgia along with spots such as F&D Woodfired Kitchen, Mia's Italian Kitchen, Armando's, and Christini's, with some unique experiences we've done and want to try in the future. 

Clicks 2 Bricks
Ep 82: Michael Chachula is the Chief Information Officer for FAT Brands

Clicks 2 Bricks

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 47:29


To become a transformational CIO, one must have key characteristics, capabilities, and leadership styles that foster followership and inspire others to embrace their vision. This is the belief of Michael Chachula, Chief Information Officer for FAT Brands, who joins us today to shed some light on what it takes to manage the marketing tech stack for 18 different restaurant brands in a total of 2,300 locations, including Fatburger, Johnny Rockets, and Fazoli's. With a background in tech, finance, and hospitality, Michael exemplifies the well-rounded expertise needed to run tech for a multi-brand restaurant portfolio, but it's his focus on inspiring rather than commanding people to follow him that stands out in this interview. He also shares his take on how artificial intelligence is impacting the restaurant industry today and into the future and we discuss how tech providers can become trusted advisors, why industry experience is more important than the latest tools, and so much more! For a down-to-earth conversation with a true visionary leader, don't miss this episode with FAT Brands' CIO Michael Chachula!

Solvable Mysteries Podcast
Jason Jolkowski Disappeared in His Omaha Neighborhood

Solvable Mysteries Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 42:07


Jason Jolkowski, a 19-year-old college student from Omaha, Nebraska, disappeared on June 13, 2001, while on his way to meet a colleague for a ride to work at Fazoli's, an Italian fast-food restaurant. Jason, who had a learning disability related to speech and language, was described as a shy and quiet individual with strong religious beliefs. On the day of his disappearance, Jason agreed to an early shift at Fazoli's, despite his car needing repairs, and arranged to meet a coworker at Benson High School. However, he never made it to the meeting point, and subsequent investigations, including interviews with sex offenders in the area, yielded no leads. Theories surrounding his disappearance range from a hit-and-run accident to abduction by a known acquaintance, with no conclusive evidence pointing to any particular scenario. Jason's family believes he likely met with foul play, and to date, he remains missing.Music:oprahme Background Music by CO.AG Music"Dark Water" by Infractionhttps://bit.ly/3D1KoG1Music promoted by Inaudio: http://bit.ly/3qxoX6UContact us at: weeknightmysteries@gmail.comYou can also follow us on our social media accounts:✔️ Instagram ➤ https://www.instagram.com/weeknightmysteries✔️ Twitter ➤ https://twitter.com/wnmysteries✔️ Facebook ➤ https://www.facebook.com/weeknightmysteries/✔️ Website ➤ https://weeknightmysteries.buzzsprout.com

Until Next Week
Stop Calling Me in the Shower (Ep. 55)

Until Next Week

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2024 56:24


Listen in this week as Dane and Samuel discuss the NFL Playoffs, Trey Kennedy's Comedy Tour, and the extreme cold. Additionally, Dane gives a cancer update. Please follow our Instagram account (@UntilNextWeekPodcast), leave us a 5-star review (& subscribe) on Spotify & Apple Podcasts, and send us a voice message below to be featured on one of our next episodes. If you're still reading, this random list is for the algorithm: perfect attendance for parents, Gypsy Rose, Buccee's takeovers, Jake Triplett, Owala water bottles, Ghostrunners, Fazoli's, and ministry. SUPPORT DANE: [Please send us a DM with your name and amount if you decide to donate for tracking purposes] https://hillcityglobal.managedmissions.com/MyTrip/danebiesemeyer1 GET 2 PICKLEBALL PADDLES FOR $98: (SAMUEL 14434) https://www.fridaypickle.com/discount/SAMUEL14434 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/untilnextweek/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/untilnextweek/support

Debate This!
Ep. 136: Dice Wars: Revenge of the Six

Debate This!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 64:29


It's season premiere episode time, nerds! And, as this is the premiere of Season 7, we've decided to leave everything related to the number 6 in the past. That might not seem like much, but it means that we're throwing away all the 6-sided dice in the world. You read that correctly, all the d6s are going away forever and we here at DT!HQ are in charge of replacing them. Join us as we kick off DT! Season 7 and decide "Which dice is the best dice?" Kyle makes a shockingly weak pitch for the d10. Todd makes a shockingly strong pitch for the d4. Matt makes a shocking pitch. Who will stand victorious amongst the battlefields of the Dice Wars? The title of this week's episode was NOT selected by our Patrons in our Discord Community because we didn't want to spoil the bit! That said, if you want to help us choose the next one, join our discord, and/or get some bonus content, become part of #ButtThwompNation at patreon.com/debatethiscast! Have you seen our Twitter? twitter.com/debatethiscast Have you seen our Instagram? instagram.com/debatethiscast Want to send us an email? debatethiscast@gmail.com MERCH! We have that! Right now you can go on the internet and order things that say Debate This! On them! All you need to do is head to our Redbubble page and give us your money! You can find that Redbubble page with relative ease by going to www.debatethiscast.com and visiting the “Support the Show” page. Properties we talked about this week: Bauldur's Gate 3, Liar's Dice, Dungeons and Dragons, Yahtzee, The Metric System, Chipotle, Fazoli's, American Football, Craps Music for Debate This! is provided by composer Ozzed under a creative commons license. Check out more of their 8-bit bops at www.ozzed.net!

Inhuman: A True Crime Podcast
Episode 274: Jason Jolkowski

Inhuman: A True Crime Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024 29:41


On June 13, 2001, 19 year old Jason Jolkowski received a call from his boss at Fazoli's, an Italian American chain restaurant, asking if he could come into work early. Jason's car was in the shop, so he planned for his coworker to pick him up instead. They arranged to meet at Benson High School as it was only about a half mile from his house. Somewhere between 11:15 and 11:30 a.m., Jason's coworker called his house to see where he was. Jason never made it to Benson High School, in fact he has never been seen or heard from again. If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Jason Jolkowski please contact the Omaha Police Department at (402) 444-5818 or (402) 444-5690, or you can call the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children at (800) 843-5678.   Click here to join our Patreon.  Click here to get your own Inhuman merch.  Connect with us on Instagram and join our Facebook group.  To submit listener stories or case suggestions, and to see all sources for this episode: https://www.inhumanpodcast.com/

Beantown Podcast
Super 8 in Carbondale Memories (12152023 Beantown Podcast)

Beantown Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2023 53:08


Arby's and wine. Fazoli's and Goose Island. New holiday memories are being made every year here on the Beantown Podcast!

Adpodcast
⁠Doug Reifschneider⁠ - Fractional Chief Marketing Officer - ⁠Chief Outsiders⁠

Adpodcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 57:27


Doug Reifschneider - Fractional Chief Marketing Officer - Chief Outsiders Reifschneider grew up in the foodservice industry. He is a marketing veteran with 25+ years of progressive field, agency, and corporate marketing experience. Doug started in the restaurant business in the field by teaching franchisees and company operators how to conduct local restaurant marketing (LRM). He also formed advertising co-ops. Doug mastered the use of traditional media such as TV, radio, print, and Out of Home (OOH). In later years, Reifschneider focused on digital advertising options. As noted earlier, he combined traditional and digital advertising to grow sales. Doug progressed into leadership roles at Hardees and Fazoli's. He learned how to grow sales in a competitive marketplace while mentoring his team. As a result, he learned how to combine media spend and LRM. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dylanconroy/support

The Unusable Podcast
2-40: FAZOLI'S!

The Unusable Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2023 77:38


This week the boys do... A lot. Support the podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-unusable-podcast/support Seth's noods: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ Email us questions: unusablequestions@gmail.com Instagram: @unusable_podcast Twitter: @unusablepod Tiktok: @unusablepodcast Youtube: The Unusable Podcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-unusable-podcast/support

Face Jam
Fazoli's Pizza Baked Pasta

Face Jam

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2023 69:17


In this episode, Michael Jones and Jordan Cwierz eat and review Fazoli's Pizza Baked Pasta so you know if it's worth eating. They also talk about Graysie's dog's birthday, girl math, the allure of a cigarette, LinkedIn, and more. Follow us on Twitter twitter.com/facejampod and Instagram instagram.com/facejampod. Sponsored by ExpressVPN http://expressvpn.com/facejam, Nuts.com http://nuts.com/facejam, and Uncommon Goods http://uncommongoods.com/facejam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Sean Widmer Podcast
October 9th, "All You Can Eat Spaghetti"

The Sean Widmer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 24:16


The Witcher 3 and my night naps, Fazoli's has been tried out, kids becoming friends and are sunflower seeds bad?

Bungalower and The Bus
Bungalower and The Bus - Episode 343 (Tuffy's Bottle Shop)

Bungalower and The Bus

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2023 45:10


For Episode 343, official show lawyer, Moses DeWitt is back on the show dispensing legal wisdom to the masses and the boys take him to Tuffy's Bottle Shop in Sanford ahead of the upcoming Moe DeWitt Comedy Jam on Friday, September 15. This week's episode was sponsored by Enzian Theater, Credo Conduit, and the DeWitt Law Firm. Topics include UCF being in hot water over an awful social media post, Hurricane Lee, exploding Teslas, vampire-centric event seasons, and Fazoli's. Tune in to Bungalower and the Bus every week on Real Radio 104.1 FM or our podcast to learn all about the top headlines, new restaurants, and best-bet events to attend this week.

Our Safe Place
#78 “It's a Walking Bird”

Our Safe Place

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2023 47:42


Fazoli's, frozen food, and furry fighters! This episode it's all on the table. Thanks for sticking around we know it's been awhile. Ya'll stay with us!

RPG Cast
RPG Cast – Episode 684: “Remember What I Said at the Fazoli's Drive Thru?”

RPG Cast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2023 151:48


Matt makes twenty slices of toast. Josh is still fighting sewer rat six. Kelley's dog is NOT a baby. And Chris saves E3 with the power of...no...he can't do it. No GEX allowed. The post RPG Cast – Episode 684: “Remember What I Said at the Fazoli's Drive Thru?” appeared first on RPGamer.

The Sunday Shampoo
Las Vegas, Bullying, & Fazoli's Breadsticks | Episode 24

The Sunday Shampoo

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2023 40:00


Welcome back to The Sunday Shampoo. In this episode, the crew talks about topics such as the salon's trip to Las Vegas, Joshua and Grant's never-ending love-hate relationship, and the food we love dearly. Sit back, relax, and enjoy this Sunday Shampoo Episode.

Talk With Your Mouthful
Zoey's Pasta On the Go Review

Talk With Your Mouthful

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2023 40:20


It's a week for take out as we roll through Zoey's Pasta On the Go for some classic Italian fare done fast. But is Zoey's goated up with the Alfredo sauce or is Fazoli's a better bet for your hard earned cash? We'll tell you all that plus Dylan questions his love for chicken parm, Carlos talks begging and choosing, and the gang anguishes over inflation and the no-longer-a-dollar dollar menu at McDonald's. This is Talk With Your Mouthful: Zoey's Pasta On the Go!...Support the show on Patreon for access to unedited episodes, exclusive shows, and more! Find us at patreon.com/mouthfulpodWant more TWYMF content? You can check us out on our social media accounts for behind-the-scenes videos, pictures from the episodes, cocktail recipes, listener polls, and much more!Twitter: @MouthfulpodTikTok: TalkWithYourMouthfulInstagram: mouthful_podThreads: mouthful_pod

First Bite
From top to bottom: The FAT Brands saga

First Bite

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 9:23


Episode description: Less than two months after former FAT Brands CEO Andy Wiederhorn announced that he was stepping down from his role as head of the company in connection with an ongoing federal investigation, the Fazoli's and Johnny Rockets parent company announced his two successors. Co-CEOs Ken Kuick and Rob Rosen will helm FAT Brands moving forward, while maintaining their respective roles in the company as chief financial officer and executive vice president of capital markets.Meanwhile, Wiederhorn is continuing in his role as chairman of the board. He and his family's company, Fog Cutter Capital, still maintain a controlling interest (55.5%) in FAT Brands, even while they are being investigated by federal authorities on accusations of securities and wire fraud, money laundering, and attempted tax evasion.So, what exactly have the two new CEOs of FAT Brands inherited as they step into their new roles at the company?

Get It Again
Episode 106: The Boys Are Back In Town

Get It Again

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2023 162:15


It's official, Eric Bischoff and Vince Russo are coming back to WCW but not before we get one more week the current era of WCW before everything's blown up and reset. None of the matches tonight matter. So sit back, tune in, and drop out for this final Kevin Sullivan booking committee Thunder. Unless they bring Sullivan and company back later, I dunno, that could have been the case, I stopped watching WCW around this point. This is Stephen, by the way. I'm not in this episode. It's a Andrew and Matt two man power trip and I DO NOT AGREE with Andrew's views on Fazoli's. Follow us on Instagram @GetItAgainPodcast Got 2 (or more) words for us? Email us at GetItAgainPodcast@gmail.com

Bimbo Summit
Mailbag #8

Bimbo Summit

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2023 57:35


This week, we denigrate the united states postal system in both thought and deed and, also, answer some of our listeners' pressing questions. Incredible wisdom on the following topics lies herein: Jake Gyllenhaal, what to do about wrinkles, how to make (or not make) a zine, and of course, how Dylan spent $60 at Fazoli's.Call us! 1-706-45-BIMBOJoin our Patreon! Join our Discord! Follow us on Instagram! www.bimbosummitpodcast.com

3am in the Afternoon
Ep. 42: In It to WNIT

3am in the Afternoon

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 63:16


Are you happy? Getting some cookies certainly wouldn't hurt. It's been a sporty spring break for the Lanky Boys, though not necessarily from an activity standpoint. Ryan encounters the worst people, and Nathan is in the market for a fake ID (so if you know a guy, get in touch). Make sure you follow 3am in the Afternoon on Google Maps to stay up to date with everything going on in the lives of the Lanky Boys! Seriously, everything.If you enjoyed the episode, gas us up with a review on Apple Podcasts (or rate it on Spotify): https://apple.co/3xEFLP7Leave a voice memo to be featured in an episode: https://bit.ly/3am_messageHop in the study room with the boys on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3am_ep42Follow us on Instagram for clips and updates: https://bit.ly/3am_igEPISODE 42 TIMESTAMPS(0:00) - Jumping Right In(1:46) - Follow Me. No, Seriously.(4:16) - Ryan's Reviews(6:00) - The Elephant in the Room(7:28) - Please, No More Letters of Rec(9:07) - In It to WNIT(17:13) - Training from the Couch(24:01) - Meat Madness at Fazoli's(36:24) - Getting a Fake ID(48:36) - Yes, I am Happy(55:44) - eLympics(1:01:31) - You are Not Alone

Talkin’ Hogs
TRAIN TIME

Talkin’ Hogs

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 51:37


All aboard this week as Casey talks choo choo's and whoo whoo's with the fellas. Daniel has Fazoli tongue. Aaron's going to Hollywood. Doc McSuckins makes his first and probably only appearance.Subscribe to the Patreon for more episodeswww.patreon.com/talkinhogsWatch us LIVE on Twitch for an opportunity to have your comments read on the episodes. www.twitch.tv/talkinhogsSOCIALS@talkinhogstalkinhogspodcast@gmail.comHOT SAUCEwww.atlburns.com use promo code "hogs15" at checkout for 15% off your order

Taco the Town
Episode 188: CHEF TITO'S! On Location! (w/ Joanna De Leon & Jerry Rapp from THE MAESTROS and special appearance by Chef Tito himself!)

Taco the Town

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 105:41


This week we take the show for a trip up North...NORTH KC, that is!! We're sampling the tasty tacos at CHEF TITO's with special guests from KC's Award Winning Musical Improvisation Comedy Troupe THE MAESTROS (maestroskc.com) JOANNA DE LEON & JERRY RAPP! They tell us about their upcoming show at the Underground Throwdown on April 8th at The Kick Comedy Theatre in Westport! Dave reveals what the W. in his name stands for (Is it Willshimer?) and also tells the gang about the time in his life when he was the KC Karaoke Champion and went by the name Kevin Peters! Will the Maestros attempt to get Kevin Peters to return from his long hiatus? YOU'LL HAVE TO LISTEN TO FIND OUT!! We chat a bit about St. Patrick's Day in KC and Spring Break (and do some bad Irish & Scottish accents!) And Joanna tells us about the time she went Salsa Dancing and tore up the dance floor at Chef Tito's! We also learn about Joanna's early years growing up in Salem, Oregon with skinny cows! And Jerry has a bone to pick with Chipotle!! In the TACO TICKER we cover the news story about Taco Bell marrying a couple in the METAVERSE (which derails the show as we attempt to enter said Taco Metaverse and live our lives there the rest of the episode!) We also taco 'bout Chipotle announcing they are starting a spin off restaurant concept! Will it have free breadsticks like Fazoli's? Chef Tito stops by our table and tells us his taco theory and serves us up some scrumptious OCTOPUS TACOS!!! In Town of The Taco, We make up some new KC Slogans and/or catchphrases! And we ruminate on Things KC Gets A Bad Rap About! ALL THIS AND: Don't Miss our guests singing some Good & Bad Reviews in Funny Voices! Joanna has one too many sips of her margarita! In Random Taco Question of The Week we ask: What is the proper order to layer your taco and Does a Taco place make a great first date location? ALSO: KEVIN PETERS RETURNS TO SING SOME BEE GEES! Will Dave/Kevin and his guests ever make it out of the Taco Metaverse?! DO THEY EVEN WANT TO LEAVE? The Answer is NO this week on a very special TACO THE TOWN! Editor: Matt Allen. MUSIC: Suneaters courtesy of Lotuspool Records. SPONSORS: Dipp It Salsa, Brew Biz KC Card game & Heath Injury Law.  

Derapy
183. L0B0 Hates Alexa And Lebron - The L0B0 Residency Pt. 3

Derapy

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2023 14:42


In this session of Derapy, L0B0 is back AGAIN to discuss why he doesn't like Alexa, why he despises Lebron, I discuss my disdain for Fazoli's and turn the tables to question L0B0 about his YouTube fame. Watch the full uncut video here: https://youtu.be/kddFVDga0UA Episode instrumental: https://youtu.be/yrps_mJpPAo Subscribe to my YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Derapy Listen to audio only version on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/derapy/id1568597597 Listen to audio only version on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7GLIRqLpw5aD2830Hx945n?si=kUCmkHx3Roik4bRtQ63hag Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/derykpods?s=21&t=ygl_Kl36fAieWbcr1u-9Xw Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/derykbuxton?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Add me on Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/aF0a466t Yes I'm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DerapyPodcast Follow me on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@derapy New sessions every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. PLEASE DON'T JUST WATCH AND LISTEN, LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE. IT'S LITERALLY FREE. Love you, mean it. #amazon #lebron #migos

Franchise Findings | Buying a Franchise Made Simple
TOP Italian RESTAURANT Chains For 2023

Franchise Findings | Buying a Franchise Made Simple

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2023 3:57


Do you want to find the best Italian franchise restaurants in 2023? Look no further! We've got the top Italian franchise restaurants that will be worth your money. From traditional Italian cuisine to modern Italian-American style pizza, these Italian franchises have something for everyone. Discover which Italian franchise restaurant will fit your needs and budget by listening to our episode. Get started today on finding the Italian restaurant of your dreams. This episode was based on an exclusive Vetted Biz analysis, click here for the full report: https://www.vettedbiz.com/top-italian-fast-food-chains/ Need help finding the right franchise? Click here: https://www.vettedbiz.com/franchise-search/ 00:00 Introduction 00:24 Olive Garden 00:56 Marco's Pizza 01:23 Sbarro 01:50 Fazoli's 02:07 Johnny Carino's 02:21 Romano's Macaroni Grill 02:30 Conclusion #TOPItalianRestaurantChainsFor2023 #FranchiseFindings If you are looking for more information, you can connect with us through our networks: https://www.vettedbiz.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/vettedbiz/ https://www.facebook.com/vettedbiz https://www.tiktok.com/@businessandfranchiseinus

Welcome to the Arena
Andy Wiederhorn, CEO of FAT Brands – The Best Ingredients: Building a strong portfolio of restaurants

Welcome to the Arena

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2023 25:59


Success in the restaurant industry can be tricky, but today's guest has really nurtured the built-in growth opportunities in his business, with remarkable results.On this episode we're sitting down with Andy Wiederhorn, President and CEO of FAT Brands. FAT Brands is a global franchising company that acquires, markets and develops a range of casual and quick-service dining restaurant concepts.Andy made his first restaurant acquisition in 2003 with Fatburger, and went on to acquire Buffalo's Cafe in 2011, and Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses in 2017. That same year, Andy took FAT Brands public. He continued FAT Brand's aggressive acquisition strategy over the next few years, striking deals with legacy brands including Johnny Rockets, Round Table Pizza, Marble Slab Creamery, and Great American Cookies, to name a few. He also struck deals with Twin Peaks, Fazoli's, and Native Grill & Wings. The FAT Brand portfolio now features 17 restaurant concepts with more than 2300 locations worldwide. Andy's been incredibly busy for the past 20 years, but he was able to join us to talk about the company's history, growth and their strategy for the next few years.Highlights: Andy's background in finance and his first acquisition with Fatburger (3:03) Andy's must-haves when looking at new acquisitions (5:17) The portfolio's categories and how they work together (6:13) Andy discusses how the portfolio will look 5 years from now (7:29) How different concepts are doing in the current economic environment (8:15) Andy's perspective on supporting his franchisees (9:26) Co-branding with FAT Brands (10:26) Opportunities for new acquisitions in this market environment (11:51) The benefit of Andy's finance background (13:39) Fat Brands' manufacturing opportunities (14:35) The team's approach to setting up FAT Brands (15:47) Andy's business philosophy during COVID and how the brands handled it (17:12) How the chains are navigating inflation (19:24) What we can expect for FAT Brands in 2023 (20:37) Andy talks about his team (21:37) What investors might miss about FAT Brands (22:34) Links:ICR TwitterICR LinkedInICR WebsiteAndy Wiederhorn LinkedInAndrew Wiederhorn bio FAT BrandsAndy Wiederhorn TwitterFAT Brands websiteFAT Brands TwitterFAT Brands LinkedInFeedback:If you have questions about the show, or have a topic in mind you'd like discussed in future episodes, email our producer, marion@lowerstreet.co.

Welcome To The Multiverse
Talking to the Multiverse #54 - Fazoli's Life Advice

Welcome To The Multiverse

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2022 65:59


The boys discuss their recent vacations to New Orleans and the beach, and Robert learns it's possible to get cut off from breadsticks at Fazoli's. 

Hospitality Hangout
ON THE ROAD RFDC | Season 8, Vol. 10

Hospitality Hangout

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 45:23


In the latest episode of Hospitality Hangout podcast, Michael Schatzberg “The Restaurant Guy” and Jimmy Frischling “ The Finance Guy” were on the road at the Restaurant, Finance and Development Conference in Las Vegas with guests Andrew Smith, Managing Director of Savory Fund, Andy Wiederhorn, Chief Executive Officer of Fat Brands and Tim McLaughlin, Chief Executive Officer of GoTab. Smith is Managing Partner of Savory Management, a Mercato Partners value-add management company, that focuses on delivering outsized returns through strategic growth and replication strategies. They partner with high-potential restaurant concepts to deliver necessary capital, industry knowledge, and operational prowess to facilitate growth into multi-unit brands and they specialize in taking fast casual and polished casual food and beverage concepts with between 2 and 8 locations and scales them into 30 plus units. Smith talks about growth, brands and shares breaking news with the guys. Wiederhorn has served as a director and Chief Executive Officer of FAT Brands Inc. since its formation. It is a global franchising company that acquires, markets, and develops fast-casual, quick-service, casual dining, and polished casual dining concepts around the world. They own seventeen restaurant brands including Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, Marble Slab Creamery, Johnny Rockets, Fazoli's, Twin Peaks and more. Wiederhorn talks about growth and acquisitions and buying 9 new brands. They talk about Fat Brands looking at new acquisitions and having a one thousand store pipeline of stores to be built. The idea of GoTab was started when co-founder McLaughlin started his first restaurant and brewery in 2015. GoTab, Inc., is a Restaurant Commerce Platform helping large and mid-sized restaurants, breweries, bars, hotels and other venues run lean, profitable operations while making guests even more satisfied. Recently the brand made Inc. Power Partner Awards. McLaughlin talks about the importance of integrations and what is next for GoTab. To hear more from all of the guests that stopped by to chat with Schatzberg and Frischling at RFDC and Branded Quickfire, check out this episode Hospitality Hangout.

Hospitality Hangout
ON THE ROAD RFDC | Season 8, Vol. 10

Hospitality Hangout

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 45:23


In the latest episode of Hospitality Hangout podcast, Michael Schatzberg “The Restaurant Guy” and Jimmy Frischling “ The Finance Guy” were on the road at the Restaurant, Finance and Development Conference in Las Vegas with guests Andrew Smith, Managing Director of Savory Fund, Andy Wiederhorn, Chief Executive Officer of Fat Brands and Tim McLaughlin, Chief Executive Officer of GoTab. Smith is Managing Partner of Savory Management, a Mercato Partners value-add management company, that focuses on delivering outsized returns through strategic growth and replication strategies. They partner with high-potential restaurant concepts to deliver necessary capital, industry knowledge, and operational prowess to facilitate growth into multi-unit brands and they specialize in taking fast casual and polished casual food and beverage concepts with between 2 and 8 locations and scales them into 30 plus units. Smith talks about growth, brands and shares breaking news with the guys. Wiederhorn has served as a director and Chief Executive Officer of FAT Brands Inc. since its formation. It is a global franchising company that acquires, markets, and develops fast-casual, quick-service, casual dining, and polished casual dining concepts around the world. They own seventeen restaurant brands including Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, Marble Slab Creamery, Johnny Rockets, Fazoli's, Twin Peaks and more. Wiederhorn talks about growth and acquisitions and buying 9 new brands. They talk about Fat Brands looking at new acquisitions and having a one thousand store pipeline of stores to be built. The idea of GoTab was started when co-founder McLaughlin started his first restaurant and brewery in 2015. GoTab, Inc., is a Restaurant Commerce Platform helping large and mid-sized restaurants, breweries, bars, hotels and other venues run lean, profitable operations while making guests even more satisfied. Recently the brand made Inc. Power Partner Awards. McLaughlin talks about the importance of integrations and what is next for GoTab. To hear more from all of the guests that stopped by to chat with Schatzberg and Frischling at RFDC and Branded Quickfire, check out this episode Hospitality Hangout.

Primeiro Tratamento
Primeiro Tratamento – Laura Fazoli – #235

Primeiro Tratamento

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2022


Laura é do Departamento de Aquisição e Desenvolvimento de Talentos Criativos da Globo. No papo, ela contou como foi seu início de carreira no audiovisual como produtora, suas experiências, como faz mapeamento de mercado, deu dicas para roteiristas e muito mais. No papo de abertura, conversamos sobre comédias românticas a partir de Bros

Menu Feed
How Rick Petralia is pushing the envelope on flavor at Freddy's

Menu Feed

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2022 23:59


Rick Petralia led menu innovation at Fazoli's for many years before moving over to Wichita, Kan.-based Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers earlier this year, applying his deep culinary experience to a new platform. Burgers and frozen custard are very different from pasta, he admits, but menu development relies on the same principles. Petralia analyzes consumer research, focuses on seasonality and tries to push the envelope on flavor. He's also a TikTok fan, saying there's lots of inspiration out there on social media.

Doughboys
Fazoli's with Mitra Jouhari

Doughboys

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2022 100:37


Mitra Jouhari (Big Mouth, Three Busy Debras) joins the 'boys to discuss her love for Dominos and the quality of Wendy's fries before a review of Fazoli's. Plus, a special Italian edition of A Single Item Must Be Banished. Sources for this week's intro: https://www.lexingtoncorporatehousing.com/a-quick-history-of-lexington-kentucky/ https://www.nps.gov/subjects/americanrevolution/timeline.htm#:~:text=Timeline%20of%20the%20Revolution%201%20Leadin%20To%20War%3A,Aftermath%3A%201782%20to%201787%20Loyalists%20Leave%20America%20 https://www.foodwellsaid.com/fazolis-menuprices/#:~:text=History%20OF%20Fazoli%E2%80%99s.%20The%20first%20restaurant%20opened%20in,Inc.%2C%20which%20is%20also%20based%20in%20Lexington%2C%20Kentucky https://fazolis.com/our-company https://www.restaurantbusinessonline.com/financing/fat-brands-completes-130m-purchasefazolis#:~:text=The%20deal%2C%20first%20announced%20early,Pizza%20parent%20Global%20Franchise%20Group.Want more Doughboys? Check out our Patreon!: https://patreon.com/doughboysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Give an Ovation
The 3 Simple Steps of Restaurant Marketing with Jodie Conrad

Give an Ovation

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 24:44


*Editor's note: Jodie was the Chief Marketing Officer of Fazoli's at the time of this podcast recording. She has since moved on to become the CMO of Donatos Pizza.Jodie Conrad is a restaurant marketing veteran with over 30 years in the industry and experience in marketing at Wendy's, Coca-Cola, Fazoli's, and more. She's now the Chief Marketing Officer at Donatos Pizza, a nearly 200-location brand. Jodie is a long-time friend of Ovation and dropped some knowledge bombs on this episode! On this episode, Jodie and host Zack Oates discuss: The mistake of not understanding what's important to your customer3 simple steps of marketingGetting the basics rightFamily meal optionsMoreThanks Jodie!

Distractible
Fast Food Tier List

Distractible

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2022 90:18


The legendary Raising Cane's, the classic McDonalds, the scarce Fazoli's: see where the boys rank these and many other fast food spots!

From the Middle
From the Middle - Three Dads Hop Onto a Video Call

From the Middle

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 50:20


#161. This episode is another flow-of-thought sort of thing, but we discovered an unintentional theme: fatherhood. We hit several stereotypes about ourselves such as finding ugly yet comfortable shoes, not wanting salespeople to hassle us, bourbon, golf, and home maintenance. Speaking of the latter, Dillon is moving his family into a new home! The freedom of spending as much time as he wants on the toilet without others knocking on the door is about to be upon him faster than Kory can decide enough is enough on trying to stay in a fairway. Speaking of toilets, Fazoli's makes a pleasant cameo in this one. It's not great, but it's good enough, fast, and cheap. So pull up your tube socks, cut off your jeans, and pour three fingers of Buffalo Trace. We're here for the dad talk. Then find your way over to the Facebook group or to our voicemails. Give us your thoughts and topics. We'd love to hear them. The LinkTree below will get you to wherever you want to go. Be kind to each other. See you next week!Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

Ken, Colleen, & Kurt Podcast
When is Fazoli's Finally Going to be Open?

Ken, Colleen, & Kurt Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2022 4:31


What "little" lie did you tell the kids to get out of doing something they wanted to do?

Face Jam
Fazoli's Lasagnafest & Sweet Bacon Glaze Wings

Face Jam

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2022 84:12


In this episode, Michael Jones and Jordan Cwierz eat and review Fazoli's Lasagnafest & Sweet Bacon Glaze Wings so you know if it's worth eating. They also talk about being raided by Pasta Pete and his food pirates, BREAKING NEWS, being in a new room where the recording stops, and more. Listen to the audio version at: https://bit.ly/3k8XRSb Sponsored by: Upstart (http://upstart.com/facejam), Honey (http://joinhoney.com/facejam) and DoorDash (download DoorDash app + FACEJAM).

Franchise Findings | Buying a Franchise Made Simple
Fat Brands Portfolio Continues to Grow But FAT Stock Performance Is Volatile

Franchise Findings | Buying a Franchise Made Simple

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 5:41


FAT Brands is a multi-brand restaurant operator headquartered in Beverly Hills, California. The name represents the value the company embraces and the food that they expect to provide to customers – Fresh, Authentic, and Tasty. FAT Brands strategically acquires, markets, and develops fast-casual and quick dining franchises around the world. The company currently owns 17 restaurant brands: Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, Marble Slab Creamery, Johnny Rockets, Fazoli's, Twin Peaks, Great American Cookies, Hot Dog on a Stick, Buffalo's Cafe & Express, Hurricane Grill & Wings, Pretzelmaker, Elevation Burger, Native Grill & Wings, Yalla Mediterranean and Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses. This podcast was based on an exclusive Vetted Biz analysis, click here for the full report: https://www.vettedbiz.com/fat-brands-franchise/ Link to Franchise Times Article: https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_insights/business-as-usual-for-fat-brands-amid-sec-inquiry-shareholder-suit/article_14bc5e34-c01b-11ec-80d3-7fb17642cce3.html Want to have a franchise specialist support you day-to-day in your franchise search/ analysis? Click here for more information: https://www.vettedbiz.com/franchise-search/ 00:00 Introduction 00:24 About FAT Brands 00:56 Their 17 Restaurant Concepts 01:40 FAT Brands Franchise Opportunities 01:52 FAT Brands IPO and Market Capitalization 02:16 Global Franchise Group Purchase 02:39 FAT Brands CEO Faced Multiple Allegations 03:03 FAT Brands Franchisees 03:27 Royalties & Revenues 04:13 Conclusion #FatBrandsPortfolioContinuesToGrow #FranchiseFindings If you are looking for more information, you can connect with us through our networks: https://www.vettedbiz.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/vettedbiz/ https://www.facebook.com/vettedbiz

Act Four
Ep. 35 - A Special Spider-Man Episode

Act Four

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2022 89:13


Joined by longtime podcast supporter Nate Jones, the boys from Act Four discuss Spider-Man, Fazoli's, and the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/actfour/support

Corporate Competitor Podcast
Fatburger CEO Andy Wiederhorn asks: Do you hit singles or swing for the fences?

Corporate Competitor Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2022 32:33


Ep. 92: FAT Brands Inc include brands you know and love like Johnny Rockets, Fazoli's, Fatburger, and after the largest restaurant acquisition of 2021, they now have 17 brands across 40 countries with 2,300 restaurants. How could they manage such exponential growth? According to Andy, you cannot expect to hit a grand slam without first mastering the basics of getting on base, “My view of success is always trying to hit singles and doubles, then home runs will come your way when the time is right.” Visit  https://donyaeger.com/corporate-competitor-podcast/episode-92/ for a free gift and today's show notes! Special thanks to Dane Massey and Xinyi Yang for making this episode possible.

Chef AF
A Chef's Perspective on Culinary Innovation | Fazoli's

Chef AF

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2022 32:26


The next generation of culinary artisans are changing up the industry. These artisans have a whole new approach to reaching and satisfying the next generation consumer. In this podcast we will explore chefs and artisans from around the world diving into their story and passion. In this episode of Chef AF, Pepe talks with Rick Petralia, Culinary Director at Fazoli's to discuss his jumpstart to becoming a Chef, his Culinary point of view and why he's passionate about approachable, authentic Italian food.Petralia talks about his unique journey towards becoming a Chef. He shares that while attending college to become a math major, he was working at a local restaurant as a server. During his shift one evening the cook called out and the manager asked him if he would be interested in learning how to cook. Petralia replied, “Sure I'll try it.” He adds, “I really enjoyed that and I transitioned from serving to cooking at the restaurant.” Petralia shares that this opportunity led to him changing course from being a math major to going to Culinary school. Petralia talks about the 15 years following Culinary school and how he held a variety of positions in the industry, none of which had him utilizing his culinary experience. He talks about a position becoming available at Fazoli's that would allow to get back into the culinary side of things. He says, “I thought, hey that'd be great to get back into a culinary more creative type of role.” He adds, “Italian is my background and you know it just really seemed like an exciting opportunity.”Petralia shares his culinary point of view and how he approaches recipe development particularly when it comes to QSR and Fast Casual. He talks about having over 200 locations that serve over 700000 meals per week and how being able to replicate every recipe with consistency is key. He says, “First and foremost, that's in the back of my mind every time I develop a recipe, is how is this going to happen 700000 times a week in the same way.”Tune into the podcast to learn more on how Petralia feels about developing recipes including Fazoli's Breadstick Panzanella (Bread Salad), what he has to say about upcoming culinary trends, and his thoughts on supply chain issues on this episode of Chef AF “It's All Food” or you can listen at Spotify!Produced by Lisa Pepe

spotify italian chefs af pepe culinary food delivery qsr fast casual culinary director fazoli culinary innovation restaurant-industry-podcast hospitality-podcast foodservice-podcast restaurant-operations
Chef AF
A Chef's Perspective on Culinary Innovation | Fazoli's

Chef AF

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2022 32:26


The next generation of culinary artisans are changing up the industry. These artisans have a whole new approach to reaching and satisfying the next generation consumer. In this podcast we will explore chefs and artisans from around the world diving into their story and passion. In this episode of Chef AF, Pepe talks with Rick Petralia, Culinary Director at Fazoli's to discuss his jumpstart to becoming a Chef, his Culinary point of view and why he's passionate about approachable, authentic Italian food.Petralia talks about his unique journey towards becoming a Chef. He shares that while attending college to become a math major, he was working at a local restaurant as a server. During his shift one evening the cook called out and the manager asked him if he would be interested in learning how to cook. Petralia replied, “Sure I'll try it.” He adds, “I really enjoyed that and I transitioned from serving to cooking at the restaurant.” Petralia shares that this opportunity led to him changing course from being a math major to going to Culinary school. Petralia talks about the 15 years following Culinary school and how he held a variety of positions in the industry, none of which had him utilizing his culinary experience. He talks about a position becoming available at Fazoli's that would allow to get back into the culinary side of things. He says, “I thought, hey that'd be great to get back into a culinary more creative type of role.” He adds, “Italian is my background and you know it just really seemed like an exciting opportunity.”Petralia shares his culinary point of view and how he approaches recipe development particularly when it comes to QSR and Fast Casual. He talks about having over 200 locations that serve over 700000 meals per week and how being able to replicate every recipe with consistency is key. He says, “First and foremost, that's in the back of my mind every time I develop a recipe, is how is this going to happen 700000 times a week in the same way.” Tune into the podcast to learn more on how Petralia feels about developing recipes including [Fazoli's Breadstick Panzanella (Bread Salad)], what he has to say about upcoming culinary trends, and his thoughts on supply chain issues on this episode of Chef AF “It's All Food” or you can listen at Spotify!Produced by Lisa Pepe

spotify italian chefs recipes af pepe culinary food delivery qsr fast casual culinary director fazoli culinary innovation restaurant-industry-podcast hospitality-podcast foodservice-podcast restaurant-operations
Yeah, But Still
Episode 331: Fazoli's Reckoning feat. Bill Oakley [Patreon Preview]

Yeah, But Still

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2021 5:21


Simpson's Writer and Food Critic Bill Oakley returns to the pod with a FULL REPORT after visiting the fast food italian restaurant Fazoli's. Full Episode at www.patreon.com/yeahbutstill

Yeah, But Still
Episode 308: Fast Casual feat. Bill Oakley

Yeah, But Still

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2021 101:29


The legendary Bill Oakley (The Simpsons, Mission Hill) joins us to talk about his fast food and fast casual obsession and criticism. To his amazement, we also introduce him to the existence of Fazoli's for the first time. This episode is mostly about food, it's much longer than usual and could have been longer. I don't think either of us realized how many strong opinions we have about fast food. Sign up for our patreon at www.patreon.com/yeahbutstill