Podcasts about italian kitchen

"There's an immense amount of love in Italian food, and I believe this is the key ingredient that makes it stand out from the rest: a love of good food, love for those  at your table, and a love for your territory and its produce. In Italy, food is never just food. Nowadays in particular, it's so important to know what we eat and where it comes from. I found this communal passion in Italy" - Alison Ranwell, Appetito: The life, Soul and Tastes of Italian Home Cooking Welcome to Episode #104,Today I have Cookbook Author Alison Ranwell sharing her Italian journey, from moving from London to Italy on a whim, to making a life in the Veneto with her family, and discovering the essence and art of the Italian cuisine and culture. Alison shares her story of discovering the diverse regional heritage of Italian food, sharing her explorations and the wonderful stories behind the recipes in her new book Appetito: The Life, Soul and Tastes of Italian Home Cooking.These days Alison has one foot in Italy and one foot in the United Kingdom. You can her visit her website for travel advice, fabulous food adventures and her beautiful evocative cookbook that you must see if you love the visual beauty of Italy, the sublime ingredients and the magic of the Italian table.Book Share:  Appetito: The Life, Soul and Tastes of Italian Home Cooking by Alison RanwellOn Instagram:  Mangia Mangia  &  Alison Ranwell Visit Alison:  Blog - Mangia MangiaFind all Shownotes at  michellejohnston.lifeBuy my new book:  In the Shadow of a Cypress - An Italian Adventure Book Link for my MichelleJohnston.life© 2025  A Writer In Italy - travel, books, art and lifeMusic Composed by Richard Johnston © 2025Support the show

Send us a textIn this weeks episode brought to you in association with SkiWeekends.com Dom and Rob discuss:SKI NEWS FROM AROUND THE WORLDPolar Exploration: Preet Chandi attempts a solo ski to the North Pole, aiming to inspire resilience and set records.Alpine Snow Conditions:Exceptional snowfall in the Alps creates perfect skiing conditions, but avalanche risks remain high.Avalanche incidents highlight the importance of safety gear and cautious off-piste skiing.Colorado Gondola Incident: 174 passengers rescued after a structural crack caused a gondola to stop. No injuries reported.Tour de Ski Update: Andrew Musgrave secures bronze in the 20km Freestyle, marking a milestone for British skiing.Inspiration for Retirees: Nick and Suzanne Anderson launch TelemarkTraveller.com, a blog for active retirees exploring skiing and outdoor adventures.THE LATEST GEAR TRENDS AND GEAR REVIEWEDDom and Rob also discuss SLIDE the trade show in Telford, showcasing the latest ski gear for autumn 2025.Columbia Snowtrot Mid Snow Boots (£100): Waterproof, warm, and stylish.Mountain Warehouse Galactic III Extreme Ski Jacket (RRP £219.99, now £85): Functional and affordable.Black Crows Dorsa 22 Backpack (£139): Compact, versatile for ski and mountain use.Therm-ic Thin Ultra Heated Glove Liners (£240): Long-lasting heated liners for cold-weather comfort.DARE2B Women's Snowburst Overhead Ski Jacket - Stylish, waterproof, breathable Ared 10/10 fabric, Features ski pass pocket, snowskirt, adjustable fit. £75 (50% off) at dare2b.com.SCOTT Ultimate Dryo Ripstop Women's Jacket, DRYOsphere membrane; durable and warm. £200, available at scott-sports.com.WHERE IS BEST TO SKI NOWAlps: Grand Massif leads with over 2m snow base. Three Valleys, Tarentaise, and Obergurgl in great shape.Norway: Mykdalen offers the best snow; Hafjell has good piste conditions.North America: Colorado, Montana, Whistler (Canada), and Big Sky are top picks.Japan: Niseko shines with 3m+ snow at higher elevations. AND THE DESTINATION FEATURE THIS WEEK IS - BIG WHITEFamily-friendly ski-in/ski-out resort in British Columbia.119 runs, 24ft annual snowfall, minimal lift queues.Easy access via Kelowna International Airport.Terrain: Beginner-friendly green runs in Happy Valley. Diverse intermediate blues in Powder Quad and Falcon Double areas. Advanced terrain at Gem Lake and Cliff Chair for experts.Activities: Snowshoeing, snowmobiling, dog sledding, spas, and Canada's highest outdoor skating rink.Dining & Nightlife: Top spots: Snowshoe Sam's, Globe Cafe, Sopra Sam's Italian Kitchen.Family-friendly options like The BullWheel and The Market Café.Accommodation:High-end: Sundance (luxury suites, hot tubs).Family-friendly: Inn at Big White (amenities, lift access).Budget: Self-catering condos and vacation homes.Closing:Big White offers incredible terrainIn the meantime Enjoy the mountains :) And Please do leave a review as it's the only way other like minded travellers get to find us! And don't forget to check us out on the following channels inthesnow.cominstagram.com/inthesnowTikTok@inthesnowmag youtube.com/inthesnowmagfacebook.com/inthesnowTo contact us with your suggestions for further episodes at dom@InTheSnow.com / robert@ski-press.com

This week the nerds went to Mio Italian Kitchen in Edmond for some amazing Italian food! They start off the episode by talking about games they have been playing then talk about the food they tried at Mio's. They then get into a discussion about their favorite TV shows. Give it a listen!  Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok: @nerdget1 Time Stamps:  Intro - 00:00:00 Restaurant of the Week: Mio Italian Kitchen - 00:27:44 Game Releases - 00:32:44 Delays - 00:36:07 Things We Dun Seen - 00:36:58 Main Topic - Favorite TV Shows - 00:51:05

In this episode, Eric from a taste of az sits down with Ron Marino, the owner of Marino's Italian Kitchen and Bar at Desert Ridge Marketplace. Ron shares his story, detailing his journey in the restaurant industry and the vision behind Marino's. With a focus on blending traditional Italian flavors with modern touches, Ron discusses the creativity and passion that fuel his culinary approach. Next time you are in North Phoenix, this is a must visit restaurant.  subscribe to our magazine: https://www.atasteofaz.com/subscribe a taste of az instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ATasteOfAZ/ a taste of az facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ATasteOfAZ/ a taste of az tik tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@atasteofaz  

@markasher32 talks to @graceldean from @BusinessInsider about fast food combo prices, then we give away a $50 to  Marino's Italian Kitchen and bar the the business of sports and our crosstalk with  @Mastering_Money #news #stocks #food #fastfood #sports #retire

Are you struggling to balance value offerings with premium items in your restaurant? In this episode of the Local Marketing Lab, Rev Ciancio, a 20-year veteran of the restaurant industry and head of revenue marketing at Branded Strategic Hospitality, reveals the power of the barbell marketing strategy for restaurant growth. Rev shares invaluable insights on leveraging technology, enhancing customer experience, and implementing innovative marketing tactics to drive revenue in today's competitive landscape.Here are some topics discussed in the episode:Implementation of a successful barbell marketing strategyEffective use of gated WiFi for customer data acquisitionComprehensive restaurant techPersonalization in customer interactionsTips for increasing customer lifetime value (LTV) and average order value (AOV)ResourcesConnect with Rev Ciancio on LinkedIn.Check out Rev's restaurant, Handcraft Burgers and Bew.Learn more about Branded Hospitality Ventures and Yeah! Management.Sign up for Rev's weekly newsletter.Other shout-outsGregg Majewski for his marketing expertise.Condado Tacos for their marketing targeting.Ferazzoli's Italian Kitchen for excellent customer experience.Restaurant techVivaSpot – gated WifiToast – POS (Point of Sale)MailChimp – email and CRMBikky – CDP (Customer Data Platform)Marqii – online listings and reputation managementOvation – guest feedbackSpendgo – customer loyaltyGuru Club – reward customers for posting on InstagramByte – ordering kiosks

@markasher32 gives you the latest news and headlines then we give away a $50 gift card to Marino's Italian Kitchen and Bar  then the business of sports and our crosstalk with @Mastering_Money #news #headlines #food #sports #retire

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. 

What's the secret behind the on-screen chemistry shared by some TV chef duos? The recent death of Dave Myers, one half of ‘The Hairy Bikers' with Si King, has prompted this programme celebrating successful food friendships. Dave and Si made food shows and cookbooks that took their fans all over the world, and off-screen they were close friends. In this programme Ruth Alexander speaks to two chefs who have found success in food with a good friend. Ruth Rogers, co-founder of The River Cafe restaurant in London, talks about her partnership with the late Rose Gray, who died in 2010. Together they presented ‘The Italian Kitchen' for Channel 4 in the UK in 1998. Italian chef Gennaro Contaldo talks about his long friendship and work with the late chef Antonio Carluccio, and the TV series they made together for the BBC, ‘Two Greedy Italians' in 2011 and 2012. Gennaro also talks about his friendship with the chef Jamie Oliver to whom he's been a mentor. Presented by Ruth Alexander. Produced by Beatrice Pickup. (Image: Ruth Rogers and Rose Gray plating dishes at The River Cafe restaurant in London. Credit: Maurice ROUGEMONT/Getty Images/ BBC)

Italian restaurant off 70 in Bradenton

In the inaugural episode of Arch Eats, dining editor George Mahe and restaurant critic Cheryl Baehr engage in a lively conversation that delves into the nuances of dried and fresh pasta. They also share insights on the Italian restaurant scene, on The Hill and far beyond. (Could St. Charles become The Hill 2.0? Liliana's is flourishing in Cottleville, Napoli Sea opened at Streets of St. Charles, and there's O'Fallon's forthcoming Osteria Forto.) Learn where to grab the under-the-radar masterpiece described as "one giant pillow of... I don't even know what you'd call it" and "the best mashed potatoes of your life crossed with lasagna." And amid their gastronomic revelations, Mahe and Baehr share thoughts about tipping on a tablet while being watched. Thank you to Westport Plaza for sponsoring this episode of Arch Eats. Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at lleppert@stlmag.com. Other mentions: Sasha's Wine Bar: 706 DeMun, Clayton, 314-863-7274. Angad Rainbow Terrace Bar (ART Bar): 3550 Samuel Shepard, Grand Center, 314-561-0033. Frisco Barroom: 8110 Big Bend, Webster Groves, 314-455-1090. Maryland House: 44 Maryland Plz., CWE, 314-497-4449. Silky's Frozen Custard – 3 area locations Cape Napoli: Three area locations, plus Napoli Sea Osteria Forto: 2509 Highway K, O'Fallon, Mo. 636-294-1435. Noto Italian Restaurant: 5105 Westwood, St. Peters, Mo. 636-317-1143. Liliana's Italian Kitchen: 3891 Mid Rivers Mall, Cottleville, Mo., 636-477-5550. Vicini Pastaria: 1916 Park, Lafayette Square, 314-827-6150. Pastaria: 7734 Forsyth, Clayton, 314-862-6603. Paul Manno's Café: 75 Forum Shop Ctr., Creve Coeur, 314-878-1274. Louie: 706 DeMun, Clayton, 314-300-8188See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Italian restaurant on Longboat Key in Sarasota

Jeremy and Rhonda review their recent stay at Universal Orlando's Surfside Inn and Suites, Halloween Horror Nights 32, and Vivo Italian Kitchen at CitywalkFollow Us on Social MediaFacebook GroupFacebook: @MainStMagicTwitter: @MainStMagicInstagram: @MainStMagicVisit Us Onlinewww.MainStMagic.comwww.WonderlandCrew.comwww.MainStreetShirts.comGet Dining Alerts!Find last-minute and hard-to-find Disney dining reservations with MouseDining.com! Get text and email alerts when popular theme park dining reservations open up. Get last-minute seating! Get the next table! Set your alerts now! Get the next reservation!Visit our Partnerswww.MSMFriends.comGet a FREE vacation quote to your favorite destinationMainStMagicTravel.com for a free quoteThanks to TFresh Productions for our theme song

Eden Park is gearing up to host another Women's World Cup match, with Italy and Argentina talking to the field tonight. It's Auckland's third match of the tournament and Eden Park is hoping for another big crowd. Our reporter Louise Ternouth joins us now from Gina's Italian Kitchen in Mount Eden where the excitement is building. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6331732569112

Neel and Palak Vaidya, Troy's Italian Kitchen on The Hot Slice PodcastOn this week's The Hot Slice Podcast, Executive Editor Denise Greer and Senior Creative Director Josh Keown chat with Neel and Palak Vaidya, co-owners of Troy's Italian Kitchen in Arlington, Virginia. Neel was recently named a Rising Star of the Pizza Industry by Pizza Today.Neel and Palak's journey to pizza was a unique one. They capitalized on the sale of an existing pizzeria. Though they kept the name, Troy's Italian Kitchen, the couple overhauled the business and its menu to create the successful business they have today. Learn about how their interest in pizza sparked the flourishing business.Troy's Italian Kitchen was never meant to be a vegan-focused pizzeria. But the couple developed plant-based pizzas that pulled a fusion of other cuisine such as Indian, Mexican and BBQ. The vegan pizzas became a hit amongst the local plant-based community and drove huge vegan pizza sales during the pandemic. That demand has persisted, and vegan pies make up 60 percent of Troy's sales.Neel and Palak also jumped on offering catering and expanded their pasta menu to diversify catering. They have three team members dedicated to private catering.Listen on as Neel and Palak share the story of Troy's Italian Kitchen and its fusion pizza menu.Read a Q&A with Neel.https://pizzatoday.com/topics/people-pizzerias/neel-vaidya-troys-italian-kitchen-arlington-virginia-rising-star-2023/Learn more about Troy's Italian Kitchen.https://www.troysitaliankitchen.com/Follow Troy's Italian Kitchen on social.https://www.instagram.com/troysitaliankitchen/https://www.tiktok.com/@troysitaliankitchen?lang=en

Garth Brooks announces a new radio station on 6-1-5 day. Plus, BNA announces a new international non-stop flight for later this year.New YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKjWKXfpjtNL0oL2R6MKSxwToday's Sponsors:XPLR Tourshttps://xplrtours.com/Use ND10 for 10% off the History of Nashville Walking TourNash NewsCountry icon Garth Brooks launching Nashville radio station 'The BIG 615' https://fox17.com/news/local/tennessee-country-music-city-sevens-radio-tunein-radio-country-icon-garth-brooks-launching-nashville-radio-station-the-big-615https://tunein.com/radio/The-BIG-615-s323684/Nicoletto's Italian Kitchen closes in Hillsboro Village https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2023/06/13/nicolettos-italian-kitchen-closes-doors-in-hillsbo.htmlBNA UPDATE Nonstop flights to Cancun coming to Nashville on American Airlineshttps://www.tennessean.com/story/news/local/2023/06/15/nashville-nonstop-flights-cancun-american-airlines-nashville-tn/70324760007/New deal: Nashville Airport strikes 8-year, 50-50 rent deal with airlines to offset costshttps://www.tennessean.com/story/money/2023/06/14/nashville-airport-strikes-50-50-rent-deal-with-airlines-to-offset-costs/70294050007/Metro Nashville files lawsuit against the state over seats on Nashville Airport Authorityhttps://www.wsmv.com/2023/06/12/metro-nashville-files-lawsuit-against-state-over-seats-nashville-airport-authority/Airport runway expansion could displace dozens of South Nashville homeownershttps://www.wsmv.com/2023/06/14/airport-runway-expansion-could-displace-dozens-south-nashville-homeowners/Are proposals in the works to expand the Nashville airport? That's a difficult answer.https://www.newschannel5.com/news/are-proposals-in-the-works-to-expand-the-nashville-airport-thats-a-difficult-answerNashville Daily Artist of the Day Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/51eNcUWPg7qtj8KECrbuwx?si=nEfxeOgmTv6rFUyhVUJY9AFollow us @ XPLR NASHWebsite - https://nashvilledailypodcast.com/YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/xplrnashInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/xplr.nash/Twitter - https://twitter.com/xplr_nashNASHVILLE & XPLR MERCH - https://www.xplrnash.com/shopMedia and other inquiries please email hello@xplr.life

Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Becky Masson of Fluff Bake Bar to discuss the latest headlines in the Houston restaurant and bar world. The pair discuss the team behind Nobie's opening a new pizza tavern concept in Montrose, the new spacey bar coming to Montrose as well but from the team behind The Burger Joint, the NY based cake bakery that has made it's way to the Galleria area, and this year's iteration of the Hot Luck Festival. In the Restaurants of the Week portion, Triola's Italian Kitchen and Bari are featured. In the Guest of the Week section Eric is joined by Mary Cuclis of Kriti Kitchen. Mary speaks with Eric about how she got into the world of professional cooking, her time in Hong Kong, how she made her way to Pondicheri, what about Pondicheri has resonated for people over the years, how she came to the decision to move on from Pondicheri to create her own business, how the pandemic caused a switch in her initial plan, what she learned about people's expectations for Greek food in Houston, why the space for Kriti Kitchen was perfect for what she wanted, how things are going at Kriti Kitchen so far since opening, the dishes people are loving so far, introducing people to Greek wines, getting into wine dinners, the goals for Kriti Kitchen, the desire to do a fine dining concept down the road, and more!   Follow Eric on Instagram and Twitter, plus check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Dynamic Duo Behind Nobie's and Toasted Coconut Bake Up New Tavern-Style Pizza Restaurant in Montrose Spacey New Bar and Cosmic Cocktail Spot from Burger Joint Owner Blasts Off in Montrose Crave-Worthy Crepe Cake Maker from New York Rises with First Permanent Texas Location in Galleria Upscale New Japanese Restaurant Serving Sushi, Robata, and More Docks in Familiar River Oaks District Space Houston Tex-Mex Institution Serves Up Opening Date for Long-Awaited West University Location Spicy Sichuan Hot Chicken Sandwich Restaurant is a Go in Buzzy Heights-Area Food Hall

Welcome back to another episode of the Pastors and Pizza Podcast, where we explore the intersection of faith, life, and, of course, delicious pizza. In this episode, Pastors Aaron and Jon take their final pizza adventure in the breathtaking Sky Valley area of Washington state. As they savor the flavors at Tuscano's Italian Kitchen in Monroe, they delve into a timely topic that's on everyone's minds during graduation season and in society at large right now, "Should I Be True to Myself?" Pizza The Godfather; Slow roasted Prime Rib, Gorgonzola cheese, caramelized onions drizzled with a balsamic reduction, all layered over our Gluten Free pizza crust, lightly basted in garlic olive oil Book "Do Not Be True to Yourself" - Kevin DeYoung Music "Faithful (You Are)" David Ryan Cook, JT Murrell, Dameon Aranda ©2022 Life.Church Worship Publishing Life.Church Worship Publishing Group (ASCAP) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com) / Penny Farthing Music/ISHYDVON MUSIC (ASCAP) / Be Essential Songs (BMI) "Better View"; Cassidy Estevez, Rob Estevez, Dameon Aranda, Michael Anthony Biancaniello, Louis Biancaniello ©2021 Life.Church Worship Publishing Life.Church Worship Publishing (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com) / Penny Farthing Music / ISHYDVON MUSIC (ASCAP) / M'Friggin Publishing (ASCAP) / Papa Lou Music Publishing (ASCAP) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crosswater-church/message

Pizza Brews and Two Dudes has officially hit the road! That's right, we're podcasting from the source. Grab a brew and join the dudes as the try the best balls in Jersey with John Speciale and Adolfo, direct from PizzAmore Italian Kitchen in Carlstadt, NJ. This episodes' beers are from: Peroni Brewing in Vigevano, Italy and Duclaw Brewing in Bel Air, MD. This episodes' pizza is from PizzAmore Italian Kitchen in Carlstadt, NJ Follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/pizzabrews2dudes @pizzabrews2dudes #videopodcast #beerpodcast #PizzAmore --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pizzabrews2dudes/support

What are the key elements of a great lunch salad? How can you elevate a sandwich from ordinary to extraordinary? What simple kitchen tool is a game-changer when it comes to making crave-able meals? How do you make delicious lunches at home?This week's episode was inspired by a lunch that Kari experienced at Sonya's house several years ago. Sonya and her husband Jonathan created a beautiful midday meal, and Kari was struck by how effortlessly it came together. Kari's approach to lunch fits into the “grab an apple and peanut butter” category, so sitting down to enjoy a lovely lunch felt different (in a good way). Kari asks Sonya to get specific about her approach to lunch, and this conversation explores classic lunch fare while offering a few new approaches that you might have never considered before. Sonya shares so many great tips and recipes, including her secret to the popular tuna salad she made at her restaurant, Beetroot Market & Deli. What inspires you at lunch? Drop us a line and let us know!***Links to recipes from this week's show:Our favorite Benriner mandolin Carrots really do taste sweeter when they're grated, via Food52Sonya's tuna salad recipe Quick pickled red onions, via Dana Velden for TheKitchn, and how to quick pickle any vegetable Turkish sumac onions, by Whisk Affair Molly Yeh's yogurt ranch Annie's Goddess dressing for salad sandwichesMaria's Italian Kitchen in Los AngelesWe love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at foodfriendspod@gmail.com!

On the podcast today Eric is joined by Linda Salinas to discuss the latest happenings from the restaurant and bar scene in Houston. The two discuss Sébastien Laval and Philippe Schmit pairing up for a new concept called PS21, the new bar and lounge concept Best Regards making it's home in the space that formerly housed Chivos, and Dallas based restaurant group FB Society bringing it's concept Haywire to Houston for the restaurant's third location. In the Restaurants of the Week portion PrimoHoagies is featured. In the Guest of the Week portion Eric is joined by Justin turner of Bocca Italian Kitchen. Justin speaks with Eric about returning to the podcast for the first time since the beginning of the pandemic back in 2020, reflecting on the decision to close Bernie's Burger Bus amid the pandemic, getting connected with McCord Development, being part of the Generation Park development project, taking on the challenge of an Italian concept, what he's learned about Italian cooking during his time with Bocca, the offerings on Bocca's menu, connecting with the northeast side of Houston, why they pivoted at Lupo Caffe, what's on his radar for other possible concepts that could fill the area, why a hidden omakase style concept is appealing to him, and much more!  Follow Eric on Instagram and Twitter, plus check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Houston's French Cowboy Rides Again with New Restaurant Serving Creative Classics and Texas-Global Savoir-Faire Upscale New Bar-Lounge Headed to The Heights with Cool Cocktails, Brunch, Tapas, and Global Nightlife Vibe Memorial City Goes Haywire with New Elevated Ranch-to-Table Restaurant from Velvet Taco Masterminds East Coast Sandwich and Hoagie Haven Opens 2nd Houston-Area Restaurant on Washington Avenue Houston's Most Glizzy Hot Dog Cart Lands New Home in Local Distillery's Budding Cannabis Dispensary Houston's 9 Best Neighborhood Restaurants Deliver Diverse Dishes for Everyday Cravings

“It's more about seeing a different way of eating, cooking, experiencing life. Experiencing Italy. When we go to visit a local farmer who makes cheese, wine, olive oil, that you can see that you can live in a different way.” We're in great company with Thomas Tviis Hansen, of Danish origins, whose love for Italian food, wine and hospitality led him and his wife Lisbeth to create Il Ghiottone Umbro nestled in the medieval Umbrian hilltop town of Todi. Having previously owned and operated an Italian restaurant and enoteca in Copenhagen for over a decade, Thomas and Lisbeth were ready for a new adventure come 2010. One that brought them closer to the roots of this fantastic “cucina” that had filled their lives with joy for so many years. In this episode, Thomas shares how together they renovated an old stone building into a light and airy home where they welcome guests to experience the simplicity, honesty and fantastic taste of the Italian Kitchen. Top Takeaways [1:34] From owning an Italian inspired restaurant in Copenhagen to venturing to the source, what inspired Thomas and his wife Lisbeth to move to Italy. [7:00] Considered “Tuscany's little sister”, the undeveloped and real nature of Umbria as a culinary destination. [7:45] Missing the culinary scene in Denmark, Thomas crafts non-traditional Italian dishes that even his neighbors can't resist. [11:45] The humor behind the name “The Umbrian Glutton” and its different meanings in English, Danish and Italian. [13:30] Thomas and Lisbeth's Danish minimalist design shines bright in contrast to their home's historical stone building. [15:30] The beauty in Il Ghiottone Umbro being on the cusp of countryside and the corner of town. [17:15] “I'm allergic to hotel buffets.” What to expect from Thomas's breakfast menu that changes daily. [19:15] How a Cooking Stay introduces guests to a different way of eating, cooking, experiencing local produce and pasture to live in a different way. [23:18] Thomas and Lisbeth's Kitchen Notes are a bundle of Italian seasonal recipes…with a twist. [26:26] What to expect from the seasonal harvest in the Umbrian countryside. [28:26] Todi is a beautiful hilltop town that truly feels alive with locals living their daily lives. [37:30] What a different perspective a small and slow stay can give to your travels, like Thomas & Lisbeth's recent trip to Venice. Notable Mentions The River Cafe in London Noma in Copenhagen Visit For Yourself Il Ghiottone Umbro Website @ilghiottoneumbro Stay In Good Company Website We're Feeling Social: Instagram TikTok Twitter LinkedIn YouTube Facebook

At 22 years of age Albion (Albi) Zogaj co-owns Abli's Vite Italian Restaurant and he already has plans to expand. Albi discusses what it's like to run a successful restaurant and how he ended up in the restaurant business. Find San Antonio Restaurants on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/sanantoniorestaurants and join our Gold Club where you can receive free perks and discounts at great local restaurants! http://www.sa-restaurants.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I binged during Thanksgiving in a way that made me gain literally 10 lbs in the span of 24 hours. I'm still not sure how I'm alive. Eva also tells us what she cooked for the holiday, and I come up with the perfect analogy for what the horrendous dumps of the cat I'm watching smell like. Enjoy! Click here to listen to the latest episode of Papa's Basement in your browser. Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher YouTube Follow this episode's cast on Twitter and Instagram: Eva Kriksciun - Twitter - @OrchardEva, Instagram - @OrchardEva John Papageorgiou - Twitter - @PapasBasement, Instagram - @PapasBasement

Olive Oil, a Must in the Italian kitchen

Episode 119 OverviewIn Episode 119, we answer a listener question from Adrian around ship sizes, discuss the arrival of Celebrity Eclipse & Majestic Princess to Australia, the news around Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas and so much more… Thank you to Garry Stafford in Sydney for some incredible images which we have shared below. in the show notes of today's episodeSupport the showListen, Like, Subscribe & Review on your favourite podcast directory.Share the podcast with someone you think will enjoy the showBuy Me A Coffee – This podcast is only possible thanks to our supporters, simply buying a coffee keeps us on air. It is just like shouting your mate a coffee, and we consider our listeners close mates. https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXSustainable Fashion – choose a TBCP design or design your own… all using organic cotton, green energy and zero plastic https://bit.ly/32G7RdhImages thanks to Listener Garry in SydneyNew Videos from ChrisTop 5 BEST things about Coral Princess revealed!   https://youtu.be/MZLnh_fQnUk Majestic Princess makes BIG return to Australia! https://youtu.be/LLBe0K_w0A8Pacific Adventure NEW interior REVEALED! P&O shows off its newest ship! https://youtu.be/shIiv72zDyE Cruise NewsRoyal Caribbean unveils Icon of the Seas A new era of vacations starts here. Royal Caribbean International has revealed the first look at the highly anticipated Icon of the Seas, the Icon of Vacations. Arriving in late 2023 ahead of its January 2024 debut, the first Icon Class ship will be the travel industry's first-of-its-kind combination of the best of every vacation. From the beach retreat to the resort escape and the theme park adventure, with Icon, every kind of family and adventurer can experience their version of the ultimate family vacation.Whether “family vacation” means getting away as a family, couple or friends, Icon's all-encompassing lineup features a variety of firsts and next-level favourites for everyone. There are adrenaline-pumping thrills, including the largest waterpark at sea, and unrivalled ways to chill with more ocean views and pools – one for each day of the week – than ever before, plus a blend of more than 40 new and returning dining, bar and nightlife options, and cutting-edge entertainment.Royal Caribbean begins to spotlight what's in store with the first look at eight neighbourhoods that come alive day and night, including five brand-new adventures and three bold, returning favourites. Each one is a destination in and of itself filled with an array of experiences, live entertainment and ways to grab a bite and a drink, so that everyone can make memories their way every day.Ways to Play Across Five New NeighborhoodsThrill Island – Vacationers can test their limits, scale new heights and reach top speeds at the center of thrill. This lost island adventure is home to highlights like Category 6, the largest waterpark at sea, with six record-breaking slides: Pressure Drop and its 66-degree incline make it the industry's first open free-fall slide; the 46-foot-tall Frightening Bolt, the tallest drop slide at sea; Storm Surge and Hurricane Hunter, the first family raft slides at sea with four riders per raft; and Storm Chasers, cruising's first mat-racing duo. Living on the edge takes new meaning with Crown's Edge. Part skywalk, part ropes course and part thrill ride, it culminates in a surprising, shocking moment that will see travelers swing 154 feet above the ocean.Chill Island – Among the seven pools on board, four are in this three-deck slice of paradise. There's a pool for every mood, each with prime ocean views: the vibrant Swim & Tonic, the line's first swim-up bar at sea; Royal Bay Pool, the largest pool at sea; Cloud 17, an adults-only retreat; and the serene, infinity-edge Cove Pool. Plus, The Lime & Coconut returns with four locations, including Royal Caribbean's first frozen cocktail bar.Surfside – Introducing a neighborhood made for young families from end to end, where adults and kids ages six and under will want to stay and play all day. Grownups can soak up the endless views at Water's Edge pool, as they keep an eye on the kids at Splashaway Bay and Baby Bay. Only steps away are dining options, places to lounge, a bar, the signature carousel, an arcade, Adventure Ocean, and Social020 for teens. The Hideaway – Tucked away, this neighborhood 135 feet above the ocean combines the good vibes of beach club scenes around the world and the uninterrupted ocean views only a cruise can offer. The first suspended infinity pool at sea is at the center of it all, and it's surrounded by a multilevel sun terrace with whirlpools, a variety of seating and a dedicated bar.AquaDome – Perched at the top of Icon, what's in store is a transformational place unlike any other. In a tranquil oasis by day, guests can take in wraparound ocean views and an awe-inspiring waterfall as they enjoy a bite or drink. By night, it becomes a vibrant place great for a night out, complete with restaurants, bars and the cruise line's marquee aqua shows at the next-level AquaTheater. The signature entertainment venue takes artistry and cutting-edge technology to new heights, with a transforming pool, four robotic arms, state-of-the-art projection and more.Ways to Play Across Three Familiar Neighbourhoods and FavouritesThe cruise line has raised the bar even further with each of its signature neighbourhoods: A grander Royal Promenade features its first floor-to-ceiling ocean views, plus more than 15 restaurants, cafes, bars and lounges; a more lush and livelier Central Park has more ways to dine and be entertained; and the largest Suite Neighbourhood is four decks of luxury, offering a multilevel suite sun deck – The Grove – that has a private pool, whirlpool and dining, and a two-story Coastal Kitchen. More returning favorites include experiences like new takes on mini golf at Lost Dunes, rock climbing at Adrenaline Peak, and Absolute Zero, Royal Caribbean's largest ice arena, and dining venues such as Giovanni's Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar on the Royal Promenade and the Asian-inspired Izumi in Central Park.With 28 ways to stay, even the rooms are thoughtfully designed for every type of vacationer. It's come one, come all with more choices, ocean views and room. There are new layouts made for families of three, four, five and more, like the Family Infinite Balcony and Surfside Family Suite – with kids alcoves tucked away from the adults – and the three-story Ultimate Family Townhouse, complete with its own white picket fence and mailbox. When it comes to views, among the best are from the brand's first Sunset Corner Suites and Panoramic Ocean Views in AquaDome.Icon will sail year-round, 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean vacations from Miami. Every cruise will visit Royal Caribbean's top-rated private island destination, Perfect Day at CocoCay, The Bahamas.Celebrity Eclipse welcomed to Sydney Today (22 Oct) marks a new beginning, as Celebrity Cruises celebrates its highly anticipated return to Australian and New Zealand waters. Celebrity Eclipse is the first Celebrity ship to sail this region for 930 daysOn Saturday, Celebrity Eclipse set sail from Sydney, Australia, allowing guests to Journey WonderFULL on a 12-night itinerary exploring the ruggedly scenic wilderness of New Zealand. This voyage is the first of 17 sailings departing from Sydney and Auckland through April 2023, and the first for Celebrity Eclipse in Australian, New Zealand and South Pacific waters.Boasting 21 world-class restaurants and bars, stylish accommodations, an exclusive resort-within-a-resort area for suite guests at The Retreat®, plus an array of indulgent treatments at The Spa, Celebrity Eclipse exudes relaxed luxury. For guests looking to relax outdoors, Celebrity Eclipse is one of the only ships in the world featuring a ½ acre of real lawn grass. Appropriately named, The Lawn Club, this area of the ship is the perfect spot to play outdoor games, watch a movie, enjoy live music, enjoy endless ocean views or catch some sun. A Majestic Sydney arrival for Princess CruisesPrincess Cruises' Majestic Princess cruised into Sydney Harbour just before 5am this morning before docking at the Overseas Passenger Terminal (pictured) in the early light. More than 3,500 guests were on board, with the ship arriving after a 31-day trans-Pacific voyage from Vancouver during which she visited Los Angeles, Papeete, Tauranga, Auckland and the Bay of Islands.She's the second Princess ship to cruise locally since the cruise pause, joining Coral Princess which has been homeported in Brisbane since Jun this year. Majestic Princess will be based in Sydney for the next 197 days, with the Medallion Class vessel to operate 17 voyages including 71 port calls across the region  with an estimated $49 million impact to the economy.P&O Cruise Shares an Early Look at Pacific Adventure as She Prepares for her Maiden VoyageP&O Cruises Australia today shared a behind-the-scenes tour of its newest grandclass ship, Pacific Adventure, in anticipation of her much awaited first guest cruise – a round-trip three-night itinerary from Sydney departing this Saturday, 22 October. The newly transformed ship is the cruise line's third and final ship to join its fleet and will be homeported in Sydney year-round.Pacific Adventure will carry the cruise line's contemporary look and feel, offering an array of memorable experiences, unforgettable dining options, ultimate relaxation, thrill-seeking waterslides and ziplining.In addition to Pacific Adventure's 21 delicious dining options, including celebrity chef Luke Mangan's casual poolside Burger Bar, there are 60+ daily activities, including the P&O Edge Adventure Park. Cruisers will be able to reacquaint themselves with everything they know and love about a P&O cruise, including some exciting new updates.The Byron Beach Club is a brand-new offering on Pacific Adventure private access area is available to guests booking into the Byron suites or mini-suites. Guests love it for the serene and exclusive experience and calm atmosphere as well as Daily private breakfast in Angelo's, priority tender tickets, bottomless fruit basket, and branded Byron Beach Club flip flops to keep.The first-of-its-kind Twin Racer Waterslides offer unrivalled ocean views following the climb to the top! Guests can race against the clock and challenge family, friends, and new-found friends in this thrilling activity. The two 135-meter tubes include two sections that are transparent so racers can keep score on their opponent as they rush towards the finish line.Blanc de Blanc, Uncorked!: The latest creation from Creative Director Scott Maidment, Blanc de Blanc is the new risqué, Parisian-inspired show premieres this Saturday in Pacific Adventure's Black Circus theatre. The six-member cast will dazzle, surprise, and entertain guests with their showcase of world-class cabaret and acrobatic performances.The Lobby is a new concept for Pacific Adventure. Located on deck five are the heart of the ship and home to three food and beverage outlets – Avalon Café, Lily's and Charlies. It's here that guests will find the best barista coffee at sea and spaces to unwind with a cocktail, cheese platter and live music.Bars Onboard: The new Adventure Hotel offers a range of craft beers and ales in a relaxed environment. The Blue Room, an intimate music venue, will feature live performances from some of Australia's leading musicians. Over 18's can head up to the ship's new nightclub, Altitude, situated on the top of deck 18, boasting never-ending sea views.Oasis: This adult-only retreat is complete with kid-free pools and stunning sea vistas. It's the perfect place to soak up the sun and settle into a deckchair with a favourite book.P&O Cruises Australia the First Home-Grown Cruise Line to Offer F45 Training at SeaIn a first-of-its-kind offering, P&O Cruises Australia announced today it has expanded its fitness program to include F45 Training  for guests at sea.  As part of the exclusive partnership with P&O Cruises Australia, OneSpaWorld, the pre-eminent global provider of health and wellness services and products onboard cruise ships and destination resorts around the world, brought forth the culmination of a global partnership between the two home-grown Australian companies.The new program, offered daily to all guests, will include the iconic 45-minute functional training classes within the F45 Studio onboard the cruise line's newest ship Pacific Encounter – currently ported in Brisbane.World Famous Adventurer Bear Grylls to Join Cunard's in AlaskaCunard announces an exciting new line-up for Alaska 2023's Insights enrichment program with one of the most recognized personalities of outdoor adventure – Bear Grylls OBE – headlining the season.Grylls will be joining Queen Elizabeth's maiden 2023 Alaska voyage, roundtrip out of Vancouver on June 8, where he will share his experiences as one of the youngest climbers of Mount Everest, bestselling author, TV presenter and all-round adventurer. This will be Bear's first appearance on a cruise ship and the first time he returns to Alaska since his memorable visit with President Barack Obama in 2015.Guests aboard this 12-night voyage will experience the stunning Glacier Bay National Park, Tracy Arm Fjord and Hubbard Glacier, with port calls in Juneau, Ketchikan, Sitka and more. Award-winning naturalist Dr. Rachel Cartwright and a Cultural Heritage Guide from Alaska Native Voices will also be featured on this voyage as guests luxuriate on Queen Elizabeth through the breath-taking landscape of Alaska.Cunard will offer six additional voyages in the region throughout June, July and August, each showcasing a different explorer as part of the Insights Program.Guests will have the opportunity to hear from marine archaeologist Mensun Bound, known for his recent discovery of Shackleton's ship Endurance; British mountaineer Kenton Cool, who has summited Mount Everest 15 times, including leading Sir Ranulph Fiennes and Ben Fogle in their respective expeditions; Ann Daniels, one of Britain's leading Polar explorers and the first woman in history to ski to the North and South Poles as part of an all-women team; and Felicity Aston MBE, polar scientist turned explorer, award-winning author, TV presenter and world-record holder for being the first woman to ski alone across the Antarctic.The full line-up of onboard Insights speakers in Alaska 2023 include:Bear Grylls (June 8) – Bear Grylls is probably the most recognizable face of adventure on the planet. The former 21 SAS soldier was one of the youngest climbers of Mount Everest, despite breaking his back in a free-fall accident only months earlier. Bear's TV shows include the legendary Discovery show Man Vs Wild and the hit show Running Wild with Bear Grylls, now in its seventh season on National Geographic Channel. His Running Wild guests have included President Obama (in Alaska), Roger Federer, Julia Roberts, Prime Minister Modi of India and most recent Hollywood stars Natalie Portman and Ashton Kutcher.Bear is a family man, a bestselling author who has sold over 20 million books, the Honorary Colonel to the British Royal Marine Commandos and the first-ever Chief Ambassador to 55 million young Scouts worldwide.Kenton Cool (June 20 and 30) – Kenton Cool is an English mountaineer and mountain guide. He is one of Britain's leading alpine and high-altitude climbers and has summited Mount Everest 15 times, including leading Sir Ranulph Fiennes' 2008 and 2009 expeditions and Ben Fogle's 2019 expedition. He has completed over 20 notable expeditions in the Greater Ranges and in 2013, became the first person to climb Nuptse, Everest and Lhotse in a single push without returning to base camp. He has also skied two 26,000-foot mountains and guided a successful expedition to the summit of K2. He has also led expeditions through Alaska including North America's highest peak, Mount McKinley.Pen Hadow (July 7) – Explorer and Adventurer Pen Hadow was catapulted to international fame when he became the first and only person to complete one of the last great polar challenges – solo, without re-supply, from Canada to the North Pole. It took him three attempts over 15 years to achieve this single feat at the ‘bleeding edge of exploration'. Pen has a strong connection with Alaska in his adventures, including attempting to sail to the North Pole from Nome, Alaska.Ann Daniels (July 17) – Ann Daniels is one of Britain's leading Polar explorers. In 2002 Ann became a world record holder when she reached the North Pole despite unbelievable arctic conditions and became the first woman in history to ski to the North and South Poles as part of an all women team. This journey has never been repeated. In 2009, Ann took part in the first Catlin Arctic Survey over a period of 100 days, 1000km crossing of the ice cap in temperatures as low as -58ºF. The survey set off from Alaska, walking, skiing and on occasion swimming stretches of open water to reach the North Geographic Pole. Ann is described by The Daily Telegraph as one of the top 20 Great British Adventurers of all time.Felicity Aston (July 27) – Felicity Aston MBE is a Polar Scientist turned Explorer. In 2012 she became the first woman to ski alone across the Antarctic, a 1744km/1084m journey that took her 59 days and entered her in the Guinness Book of World Records. She has also created and led record-making ski expeditions to both the North and South Geographic Poles with international teams of pioneering women; skied frozen rivers and lakes in Siberia; driven 2,236 miles to the Pole of Cold (the coldest inhabited place on Earth); flown across the U.S. in an airship; and run the Marathon Des Sables footrace in the Sahara. An award-winning author of three books, professional speaker, and occasional TV presenter, in 2016 Felicity retraced the route of the 1898 Klondike Gold Rush and spent time mining for gold in Alaska and the Yukon to co-present a series for the BBC.Mensun Bound (August 7) – Known as the “Indiana Jones of the Deep,” Mensun Bound has conducted wreck surveys and excavations all over the world in a career that spans 40 years. During that time, he excavated one of the oldest known shipwrecks (600 BC). In 2019 Bound stunned the world with his discovery of Admiral von Spee's flagship, Scharnhorst, which had been lost in battle during WWI. That same year Bound was Director of Exploration for the first search to find Shackleton's ship Endurance. In 2022 the search resumed and on March 5 the Endurance was found and, as predicted by Bound, it was upright, largely intact, proud of the seabed in an excellent state of preservation.Holland America Line Partners with The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation in Celebration of 150th AnniversaryHolland America Line will partner with The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation, the 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the eponymous landmarks, to celebrate the cruise line's 150-year journey from immigrant carrier to consumer ocean liner fleet. The partnership, which kicks off October 26 as Holland America Line completes the recreation of the brand's first-ever sailing from Rotterdam to New York City, features on-board video content across Holland America's entire fleet produced by an Ellis Island researcher, as well as a curated exhibit launching in 2023 at Ellis Island detailing the brand's historical prominence in bringing 1 in 10 immigrants from Europe to the United States.The collaboration will launch with a joint talk between Stephen Lean, director of The American Family Immigration History Center at Ellis Island and Bill Miller, noted cruise historian, detailing the immigrant experience in the late 1800s; the presentation will be available on-demand across all ships within the fleet. Noting the cruise industry's – and particularly Holland America Line's – importance in the immigrant journey from Europe to US, the Foundation will curate an exhibit in its History Center available for visitors from February to April 2023.The cruise line, which was founded in the Netherlands in 1873 as the Netherlands-American Steamship Company, was primarily a carrier of immigrants from Europe to the United States until well after the turn of the century, carrying nearly 2 million passengers to new lives in the New World. Holland America Line was the first to do away with “Steerage class” altogether, renaming it “Emigrants Class” where unlike the competition, guests were served three square meals. It is this level of care and attention to detail – a tradition and hallmark of the brand that has continued to this day – that was the impetus for its nickname at the time: “The Spotless Fleet.” Holland America Line provided everything from doctors and a pre-departure hotel complete with English lessons and classes on American civics to ensure passengers a safe journey to New York; and in fact, 99% of the immigrants carried on the fleet were cleared for entry through Ellis Island, a tremendous feat at the time.Holland America Line began the recreation of its first voyage with a sendoff October 15 from the Netherlands. The ship will sail past the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island as it arrives in New York City around 7am October 26.Windstar Cruises Partners with Coral Gardeners in TahitiWindstar Cruises has partnered with the Coral Gardeners, a Mo'orea (French Polynesia)-based organization determined to revolutionize ocean conservation and create a global movement to save the coral reefs through reef restoration, awareness activities, and innovative solutions. The team works to grow, plant, and monitor thousands of heat-resilient corals with the goal of bringing life back to the ocean.The three-year partnership begins this month with Windstar's $35,000 donation to Coral Gardeners to adopt coral for all guests sailing with Windstar in French Polynesia for the remainder of 2022.2022 is Windstar's 35th anniversary of sailing in Tahiti/French Polynesia – the longest of any operator in the region. (It's also the only destination where the U.S.-based cruise line sails year-round, giving guests ample opportunity to plan a once-in-a-lifetime visit in any season.) With two ships sailing French Polynesia throughout October, Windstar has been celebrating its 35th season all month long with special events, integration with local dignitaries and artists, and a heightened infusion of local culture both on board and ashore.Guests on the remaining 2022 sailings will receive a small card in their guest room, alerting them to the adoption of coral in their name. In 2023 and 2024, each guest booked on a Windstar cruise in French Polynesia will be presented with the option to adopt a coral for a donation of $35 per person. Unique coral adoption cards for those participating will be placed in their guest room on board.Windstar is confident the majority of guests will choose to donate to help save the reef they are enjoying on their Tahiti cruise.A decade of FUN down under It's been just over two weeks after returning to Australian shores and yesterday Carnival Cruise Line celebrated an incredible 10 years of providing Australians with fun-filled holidays at great value.Kicking off celebrations at Tangalooma, Moreton Island, passengers aboard Carnival Splendor were treated to the party of a lifetime with beach games on the sand, Carnival cupcakes and a giant ‘10 Years in Aus' sandcastle before returning to the ship for her journey home to Sydney.First arriving down under in October 2012, over one million guests have since experienced the fun of a Carnival cruise. In 10 years, Carnival has welcomed three ships to Australia, with a fourth ship to follow very soon – Carnival Luminosa.The latest in the Carnival Cruise Line fleet, Australia will be the first market to experience Carnival Luminosa as she departs on her first passenger cruise in November 2022. Luminosa's arrival will also kick-start Carnival's first-ever Queensland program with 28 sailings departing from Brisbane from November 2022 to April 2023.Raising the bar! Happy Hour on Avalon WaterwaysGuests' next cold one is on Avalon Waterways! Beginning in 2023, the award-winning river cruise operator is lifting the spirits of its guests at Happy Hour on Suite Ships across Europe with free house beer, wine and spirits as well as a featured cocktail of the day.“Next year, we're inviting guests to toast an exhilarating afternoon and kick-off a lively evening on our European cruises with complimentary drinks at Happy Hour,” said Pam Hoffee, president of Avalon Waterways. “It's just another way Avalon is invested in hosting guests and every moment of their elevated cruising holiday through Europe.”From ‘proscht' to ‘prost' and ‘santé to ‘egészségedre' nothing says ‘cheers' like included drinks. And in 2023, Avalon Waterways is promising its cruisers a barrel of fun, every day and night!And moreJoin the show:If you have a cruise tip, burning question or want to record a cruise review get in touch with us via the website https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Guests: Chris Frame: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCg   Chris's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficialPeter Kollar: https://www.cruising.org.au/Home Listen & Subscribe: Amazon Podcasts: https://amzn.to/3w40cDcApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2XvD7tF Audible: https://adbl.co/3nDvuNgCastbox: https://bit.ly/2xkGBEI Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/2RuY04u I heart Radio:  https://ihr.fm/3mVIEUASpotify: https://spoti.fi/3caCwl8 Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2JWE8Tz Pocket casts: https://bit.ly/2JY4J2M Tune in: https://bit.ly/2V0Jrrs Podcast Addict: https://bit.ly/2BF6LnEIcon of the SeasImage Credits: Royal Caribbean Cruises Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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It was a night of wine, Chicken Parmesan, cannoli and wonderful Italian restaurant smells Friday night in Oldsmar as I checked out the new Mandola's Italian Kitchen.  I haven't had a chance to check out the Tampa or Riverview locations yet, but word spread fast in Oldsmar about this opening.  Thanks to Shawn Tegtmeyer and the staff for inviting us over to check out their creations! Let's eat! 

What You Will Learn:How to breakthrough in a service driven businessHow to know if the hospitality industry is for youThe power of just starting Building an iconic restaurant and lessons along the way The power of time and experience and rebuilding on your own terms Bio:Mark Strausman is a classically-European-trained chef who recently opened his new restaurant, Mark's Off Madison, at 41 Madison Avenue in New York City. Strausman is known for creating the legendary restaurant Freds at Barneys New York at Barneys' Madison Avenue flagship store. He subsequently developed satellite Freds in Chicago, Los Angeles, and in Barneys Downtown New York location. ​In addition, he owned the ground-breaking Italian restaurant, Campagna, and Agriturismo in New York's Hudson Valley, and partnered to create and manage Coco Pazzo in NYC and Sapore di Mare in East Hampton.​Mark's passion project in recent years is to bring back the traditional handmade New York bagel. His Straussie's bagels, which Serious Eats dubbed "New York's Best Bagel," is featured at Mark's Off Madison. And let me tell you, it's amazingly delicious! ​He is the author of The Freds at Barneys New York Cookbook, which Publishers Weekly calls "a wonderful peek inside the popular restaurant." In addition, Mark is author of the James Beard Award nominated Two Meatballs in the Italian Kitchen and The Campagna Table. He has written for Yahoo and The Huffington Post, and consults widely within the food and beverage industry. Important Links:www.marksoffmadison.comwww.markstrausman.comMark's cook book! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Valley girls, 818 icons, Calabasas Kweens & Studio City Sinfluencers - get in formation. Comedian and TV writer Chase Bernstein and your host Chelsea Frank are reclaiming the valley accent with pride. We talk all our fav San Fernando Valley spots (all hail Katsu-ya and Maria's Italian Kitchen!). We also dive deep into Birthright Israel, Chase's internal struggle to become a short-lived Israeli journalist, and more on yet another gorgeous episode of Globe Thotting! Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Making It Happen I'll be your host Tom Dalton We are episode number 52 with Emad Yacoub Emad Yacoub CEOof Glowbal Restaurant Group Few people speak of the Canadian dream, but Emad Yacoub is proof it exists. When the 19-year-old university- trained accountant moved to Canada from Egypt in 1984, he didn't speak a word of English. Today, the energetic entrepreneur is co-founder, president and CEO of Vancouver's Glowbal Restaurant Group, overseeing the daily operations of 11 successful restaurants. The group of restaurants include: Glowbal, Coast, Italian Kitchen, Trattoria (Kitsilano, Park Royal and Burnaby), Black + Blue, The Roof, Five Sails, and Riley's. Black+Blue Toronto coming soon! Enjoy the podcast  #neversettle

For the 282nd episode, Jon and Brendan head to Mia's Italian Kitchen on International Drive to enjoy their three-course $33 Bite30 menu before it ends on July 10th. And along for the ride this week is none other than Scooter Magruder, a famous online sports fan, comedian, commentator, and creator. This week's episode was sponsored by Enzian Theater, Orange County Library System, and the DeWitt Law Firm. Topics include overly-ambitious plans to save the world, the recent Fourth of July stampede at Lake Eola, how to get money to pay for your event downtown, and toxic oysters. 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.

Has 2022 been a better travel year for Nashville than the years before the pandemic? The Metro Transportation Licensing Commission tamps down on permits given to party buses. Plus, the latest and greatest restaurants to open in Nashville in just the past few days.Take a Tour With Us! Use code NASH for 20% off - https://www.xplrnash.com/toursToday's Sponsors: Brad Reynolds  https://thinkbrad.com/Bowtie Barber Clubhttps://www.bowtiebarberclub.com/Nash NewsNashville International Airport has record-breaking travel yearhttps://www.newschannel5.com/news/nashville-international-airport-brought-in-more-than-18-million-travelers-this-yearMetro Transportation Licensing Commission limits entertainment vehicle permits, hours https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2022/06/30/nashvilles-entertainment-vehicles-take-a-hit-limi.htmlhttps://www.newschannel5.com/news/nashville-issues-licenses-to-89-entertainment-vehicles-after-new-regulations?fs=e&s=clNashville Restaurant Update The Sutler Saloon to be replaced by Pancho & Lefty's Cantinahttps://www.tennessean.com/story/money/industries/2022/07/01/the-sutler-saloon-to-be-replaced-by-pancho-leftys-cantina/7787350001/Restaurant Roundup: Brandon Frohne opens new concept, Nicoletto's Italian Kitchen, Velvet Taco eye expansion https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2022/06/27/restaurant-roundup-brandon-frohne-introduces-tropi.htmlA. Marshall Hospitality brings Scout's Pub to Midtown, fall opening https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2022/06/29/a-marshall-hospitality-announces-second-scouts-pu.htmlExclusive: Strategic Hospitality partners with Kisser to open first East Nashville restauranthttps://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2022/06/28/exclusive-strategic-hospitality-partners-with-kiss.html​​Four Seasons Nashville opening in September  https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2022/06/29/four-seasons-opening.html?ana=TRUEANTHEMFB_NA&csrc=6398&fs=e&s=clRestaurateurs pay $10.5M for Four Seasons restaurant spacehttps://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2022/06/29/four-seasons-sale-restaurant-space.htmlFirst Look: The Rutledge opens at Four Seasons Nashvillehttps://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2022/06/27/first-look-the-rutledge-opens-at-the-four-seasons.htmlNashville Daily Artist of the Day Playlist   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/51eNcUWPg7qtj8KECrbuwx?si=nEfxeOgmTv6rFUyhVUJY9AFollow us @ XPLR NASH   Website -  https://nashvilledailypodcast.com/   YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/xplrnash   Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/xplr.nash/   Twitter - https://twitter.com/xplr_nash   NASHVILLE & XPLR MERCH - https://www.xplrnash.com/shopMedia and other inquiries please email hello@xplr.life

I know you want to become a better restaurateur. That's why you tune in every week. And I hope this helps but there are countless resources out there at our disposal. Today we chat with one of the best restaurateurs I know, Maddie Alfano. In our conversation she unpacks how she got so damn good at becoming great so that you and I can level up too. For more on her restaurant visit https://mariasitaliankitchen.com FULL COMP is brought to you by Yelp for Restaurants: In July 2020, a few hundred employees formed Yelp for Restaurants. Our goal is to build tools that help restaurateurs do more with limited time. ________________________________ CLICK HERE to Chat with Josh Free Download: 5 Steps to Achieve a 15% Net Profit We have a lot more content coming your way! Be sure to check out the FULL COMP media universe by visiting: FULL COMP Restaurant Marketing School The Playbook Industry Town Halls

Hey Pickles!We're back with another vegan recipe for our cookbook challenge! This time, it's Kate Middleton's Pasta Alfredo from the book, Chloe's Vegan Italian Kitchen by Chloe Coscarelli. We then switch gears and review the new documentary film , MILKED. MILKED is a topical feature documentary that exposes the whitewash of New Zealand's multi-billion-dollar dairy industry. Directed and Produced by Amy Taylor, Co-Produced by Chris Huriwai, and Executive Produced by Keegan Kuhn (Cowspiracy, What the Health), Suzy Amis Cameron (The Game Changers), Peter Eastwood (Diet Fiction, Takeout), Moby (Meat the Future), Jaine & Sailesh Rao (Cowspiracy, What the Health), and Jerome Boudot.You can watch this film for free, and get a ton of great information on their website  https://milked.film/aboutThank you so much for listening, and have a great week!Christine & SamSupport the show

I was CRUSHED when I walked up to Italia Mia in St. Pete last month and the doors were locked. The pandemic has been a nightmare for Tampa area restaurants. Labor shortages and costs going up… it's led to some great places closing their doors. The one that crushed me last month was when I visited Italia Mia in St. Pete. It has been my go to spot for great Chicken Parmesan ever since I moved to Florida 10 years ago. Truth be told, the last few visits were not so great, but I kept going thinking they were facing those pandemic problems I mentioned. Last month, I wanted to have Mason Dixon's producer Andrew give the place a try. When I walked up, my heart sank. The doors were locked. It was dark inside. They were usually closed Mondays – but this wasn't a Monday. And peeking through the windows, it was clear Italia Mia hadn't been open for a few weeks if not months. A guy who runs a marital arts gym next to Italia Mia told me the new owners couldn't make it work. New owners? This was news to me. I'd noticed staff changes over the past year or so, but didn't think much of it. Come to find out, those times I was not really enjoying the food… it was after the original owners had left. Some Q105 listeners let me know that they opened a new spot called Italian Touch. I looked the place up online and sure enough, there was the short Italian woman who'd served me many times right there on the hompeage. When I pulled up the menu, it was almost an exact match to Italia Mia. So after the show yesterday, off I went to see if the magic was still there.    The new place is nowhere near Italia Mia geographically. Mama Rosa's Italian Kitchen is in the Kenneth City area (8211 46th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33709). Although it's far away, taste bud wise, it's the 100% Italia Mia experience that I thought was long gone. As soon as I walked in that hypnotizing smell of great Italian food got me psyched. As I passed the counter and into the dining room, there she was… Mama Rosa. Working a room twice the size of Italia Mia all by herself, she frantically went from table to table. After the first bite of my salad, I knew my favorite spot for Italian is back. The dressing has that vinegar and garlic punch I loved at Italia Mia. When the Chicken Parmesan sub arrived, I attacked it viciously. It was just as I remembered… fresh bread with a crunch on the outside but chewy and soft inside, flavorful sauce and chicken prepared just right. The daily lunch specials from Italia Mia are at Italian Touch too. With the prices of everything from gas to groceries going up, I don't know how they can charge only $8.95. Choices include ravioli, lasagna, and one of my favorites – ziti with sausages, peppers and onions in marinara. Bread and salad is included. Lunch specials end at 3pm. A personal pizza with a topping is $9.95. I must've gone to Italia Mia 30 or 40 times before I ever tried their pizza because the Chicken Parm was my thing. But the pizza is fantastic too. You can get it by the slice during lunch hour.

On this week's episode, Candace Maser, kinda like a Lazer stops by to talk wine, pictures on the wall, pro tips for universal and remind us all about the Palm Mia's Italian Kitchen, an i-drive hidden gem, steals the show when its host MPI Orlando for its latest event Someone makes Biz Bash 40 under 40, but was the prize a brand new cat? Is strawberry the new Florida fruit, hear who has a say. Plus we find out which pop star's WAX is coming to Orlando All this and a preview of the remaining events for March, brought to you by GMF events

Chapter 1  “We will rebuild”: long-time resident of Lytton vows this is not the end of their community Stirling Faux chats with Chris O'Connor, who served as Mayor of Lytton for nine years from 1999 to 2008 and lost his home in the fire.  Chapter 2  The latest emergency information from the BC Wildfire Service Erica Berg, Provincial Fire Information Officer joins the show  Chapter 3  Masks are no longer mandatory in BC. How do you feel about that? Emad Yacoub -Owner of the Glowbal Restaurant Group, (Black+Blue, Coast. - Glowbal - Tratorrias - the Roof, Nosh, and Italian Kitchen, and 5 Sails) joins the show to discuss what how is business will handle going mask less. Plus, you calls!  Chapter 4  The demands for accountability as number of unmarked graves continues to grow Mary Teegee, President of the BC Aboriginal Child Care Society joins us  Chapter 5  B.C. company believes it's found a solution to one problem of ‘electrification' The discovery of Nodules in the pacific ocean happened 50 years ago. But extracting these nodules has proven difficult, until now. A local BC company has approval from the UN to extract these Nodules from The Clarion Clipperton Zone in  the pacific ocean.  Eric Chapman tells us more  Chapter 6  Lytton residents pick up the pieces after village decimated by fire Global News Anchor, Paul Haysom with the latest from Lytton  Chapter 7  Kamloops on edge after last night's close call and new wildfires burning nearby Colton Davies, Radio NL News Reporter in Kamloops with the latest  Chapter 8  Why do we still use Fahrenheit when it's so dumb and outdated? What a silly scale to use..so why do we? Well no one knows but here is some history and some reasons why we shouldn't use it. Eric Chapman with more. 

Emad Yacoub -Owner of the Glowbal Restaurant Group, (Black+Blue, Coast. - Glowbal - Tratorrias - the Roof, Nosh, and Italian Kitchen, and 5 Sails) joins the show to discuss what how is business will handle going mask less. Plus, you calls! 

Brandon Rewucki breaks down the Winnipeg Jets season opening victory over the Calgary Flames including a standout performance from Patrik Laine. Then former Winnipeg Jets trainer Mike Romani stopped by for a chat on his time with the team and how to make elite Italian food at his place Little Nana's Italian Kitchen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandon Rewucki breaks down the Winnipeg Jets season opening victory over the Calgary Flames including a standout performance from Patrik Laine. Then former Winnipeg Jets trainer Mike Romani stopped by for a chat on his time with the team and how to make elite Italian food at his place Little Nana's Italian Kitchen.

#LiveLoveThrive Show Host Catherine Gray interviews Madelyn Alfano, Owner & President of Maria's Italian Kitchen. One of California's most successful restaurant owners, Madelyn believes that food is not just a necessity or pleasure, but a lifelong passion. With headquarters in Los Angeles and more than 400 employees, Maria's Italian Kitchen is among the leading privately owned restaurant chains in the state. Today, there are 10 Maria's Italian Kitchens, including the newest location in Oxnard. With every community Madelyn joins, she offers healthy, quality food with hospitable service in a casual yet elegant and friendly atmosphere.   Don't miss a single episode of these #amazingwomen's #truestories. Subscribe today to our #YouTube channel! www.youtube.com/LiveLoveThrivePodcast You can also subscribe to our #ApplePodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-love-thrive/id1134670723   Follow 360Karma Website: www.livelovetthrivepodcast.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/catherinegray1 Instagram: www.instagram.com/LiveLoveThrivePodcast

Who loves a baddie? A villain? Who was your favorite childhood TV bad guy? Patrick David, The Psycho Red from The Power Rangers franchise talks about his early life as a child/teen actor and the resurgence of The Power Rangers at the comic-con national conventions and it's dedicated fans. Queen ShanShan's discuss her latest journey to the country of Turkey and the Middle East. Co-Founder and CEO Dissaya T from Shroomeats and Friendly Food Foods Intl. dishes about the new revolution in vegan and plant based foods. Patrick David Instagram: @thepsychored and @thealleyex.com_ Dissaya T Instagram: @shroomeats Website: https://www.friendlyfoodsintl.com   Exquisite Dentistry                                  https://exquisitedentistryla.com              Ma's Italian Kitchen                                 https://www.masitaliankitchen.com RB Paving and Landscape                      https://beltranpavingandlandscape.com ShanInsure                                 https://shaninsure.com CONTACT US Instagram: abroadpodcasts Twitter: a_broad_prod Facebook: Abroadproductions Website:                                         https://abroadproductions.com Podcast Website:        https://abroadpodcasts.com   REMINDER! Sign up for my new BLOG and Newsletter https://abroadproductions.com/contact-2 every week for new updates, wig alerts, Hot Tea to be spilt and just some fun stuff that will brighten up you day. Thanks again for tuning into and listening to A BROAD! REMINDER- Set your “notification” button on to alert you to listen new episodes that are live!  

Princess Dommonique Coleman was kidnapped by her mother and then eventually ended up living in foster care. Princess was a teenager living in the ‘system' raising her 5 other siblings, protecting them, and at the same obtaining an education. Listen Queen ShanShan has an intimate conversation with Princess who is now a therapist and a mental health advocate. The real “tea” about hustle, forgiveness, survival and redemption is spilled in this revealing episode. Stay tuned for A Broad Cast Podcast listener gift giveaway of Jeffree Star Cosmetics. What's the secret phrase?  Exquisite Dentistry                                  https://exquisitedentistryla.com              Ma's Italian Kitchen                                 https://www.masitaliankitchen.com RB Paving and Landscape                      https://beltranpavingandlandscape.com ShanInsure                                                  https://shaninsure.com Instagram                                          https://www.instagram.com/abroadpodcasts Twitter: A_broad_prod Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/abroadproductions                                    REMINDER! Sign up for my new BLOG and Newsletter https://abroadproductions.com/contact-2 every week for new updates, wig alerts, Hot Tea to be spilt and just some fun stuff that will brighten up you day. Thanks again for tuning into and listening to A BROAD! REMINDER- Set your “notification” button on to alert you to listen new episodes that are live!  

Queen ShanShan welcomes back the mighty producing and writing duo of Poke Prod, Sean Dwyer and Elizabeth Cullen and chats about their new film HOLIDAY RUSH that will debut on Netflix, November 28. Holiday Rush boasts a predominately African American cast that features LaLa Anthony, Walking Dead's - Sonequa Martin-Green, The 40 Year Virgin-Romany Malco, comedian Deon Cole and legendary soul songstress, Darlene Love. Queen ShanShan returns from a 17 day tour of Turkey and Egypt and spills the ‘travel tea' on her latest excursion in the middle east. The Madonna Minute and dating younger men.    Exquisite Dentistry                                  https://exquisitedentistryla.com              Ma's Italian Kitchen                                 https://www.masitaliankitchen.com RB Paving and Landscape                      https://beltranpavingandlandscape.com ShanInsure                                                  https://shaninsure.com   Instagram                                      https://www.instagram.com/queenshanshan Twitter                                           https://twitter.com/a_broad_prod? Facebook                                       https://www.facebook.com/abroadproductions Website                                         https://abroadproductions.com Podcast Website                            https://abroadpodcasts.com/

Mike Bryant from San Antonio, Texas ventures to West Hollywood wide eyed and bushy tailed with dreams of success and coming out to a better life. What did Mike experience and what were the realities he faced in a city of stars and celebrities? Now DJ Mike Bryant, West Hollywood's busiest and sought after DJ spills the “Weho Tea” with Queen ShanShan and all is exposed. Is West Hollywood all that and what happens when a young man ventures to the “city of broken dreams?”  How did West Hollywood become the entertainment mecca in Los Angeles?  DJ Mike Bryant: https://www.instagram.com/djmikebryant Exquisite Dentistry                                  https://exquisitedentistryla.com              Ma's Italian Kitchen                                 https://www.masitaliankitchen.com RB Paving and Landscape                      https://beltranpavingandlandscape.com ShanInsure                                                  https://shaninsure.com   Instagram     abroadpodcasts Twitter   https://twitter.com/a_broad_prod? Facebook   https://www.facebook.com/abroadproductions Website     https://abroadproductions.com Podcast Website                    https://abroadpodcasts.com/   REMINDER! Sign up for my new BLOG AND NEWSLETTER every week for new updates, wig alerts, Hot Tea to be spilt and just some fun stuff that will brighten up you day. Thanks again for tuning into and listening to A BROAD! REMINDER- Set your “notification” button on to alert you to listen new episodes that are live!    

What is your passion and what compels you to pursue it? Artist, musician, inventor and entrepreneur Buzz Siler allows A Broad Cast Podcast host Queen ShanShan in his home for an intimate conversation. Sit back and listen to Buzz's inspiring story of grit, tenacity and pure creativity as he shares his stories of success. Buzz Siler  www.buzzsiler.com Thank you to our sponsors: Exquisite Dentistry                                  https://exquisitedentistryla.com              Ma's Italian Kitchen                                 https://www.masitaliankitchen.com RB Paving and Landscape                      https://beltranpavingandlandscape.com ShanInsure                           https://shaninsure.com        Instagram                                       https://www.instagram.com/queenshanshan Twitter                                            https://twitter.com/a_broad_prod? Facebook                                       https://www.facebook.com/abroadproductions Podcast Website   https://abroadpodcasts.com                            https://abroadproductions.com                REMINDER! Sign up for my new  BLOG AND NEWSLETTER every week for new updates, wig alerts, Hot Tea to be spilt and just some fun stuff that will brighten up you day. Thanks again for tuning into and listening to A BROAD! REMINDER- Set your “notification” button on to alert you to listen new episodes that are live!

Welcome to Queen ShanShan's 'Dungeon' as she has a sex positive, tantalizing conversation with Mistress Justine. Los Angeles's popular Dominatrix and owner of two Dungeons.  What are your thoughts about BDSM, Kink, Fetish and the stigma behind the Sex Work industry? How did Mistress Justine become a dominatrix and is it a lucrative business?  Have you ever wondered what a Dominatrix really does and whom are the clients that bow down to her? What is the law FOSTA/SESTA all about and is it reducing online sex trafficking and the threat of sex traffickers?  Juicy bedtime stories are shared so be ready to be shook with a couple of Broads.   Contact Miss Justine:        http://www.losangelesdominatrix.com Thank you to our sponsors:  Exquisite Dentistry                                  https://exquisitedentistryla.com              Ma's Italian Kitchen                                 https://www.masitaliankitchen.com RB Paving and Landscape                      https://beltranpavingandlandscape.com ShanInsure                                                  https://shaninsure.com   Instagram                                      https://www.instagram.com/queenshanshan Twitter                                           https://twitter.com/a_broad_prod? Facebook                                       https://www.facebook.com/abroadproductions Website                                         https://abroadproductions.com Podcast Website                             https://abroadpodcasts.com REMINDER! Sign up for my new BLOG and Newsletter https://abroadproductions.com/contact-2 every week for new updates, wig alerts, Hot Tea to be spilt and just some fun stuff that will brighten up you day. Thanks again for tuning into and listening to A BROAD! REMINDER- Set your “notification” button on to alert you to listen new episodes that are live!  

Good friends Queen Shanshan and Paige Rhodes King get real personal as Paige shares her true life story of raising her son Pierce, who is disabled. Paige is a mother, wife, sister and daughter and the journey she experienced with Pierce is a loving one. Tune into what transpired when Pierce was born and what were the personal health and emotional struggles they both had to endure.  Paige unfolds the beginning of her pregnancy to the birth of her son and the medical journey that encapsulated her entire family. Mothers and Fathers of disabled children will appreciate Paige's story and listeners will learn what the challenges and rewards are to have a disabled child. Get the Kleenex, sit and relax with a couple of Broads. Ref: Hallie Avolio YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCux_bDSP2bmV0d78X8-N9aw Healthy, Sassy, Fit Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/2261667634093160/about   Beach Wheelchairs https://www.coastal.ca.gov/access/beach-wheelchairs.html   Thank you to our sponsors:   Exquisite Dentistry                                   https://exquisitedentistryla.com       Ma's Italian Kitchen                                 https://www.masitaliankitchen.com ShanInsure                                                  https://shaninsure.com   Instagram     https://www.instagram.com/queenshanshan                          Twitter          https://twitter.com/a_broad_prod?                                            Facebook       https://www.facebook.com/abroadproductions                         Website         https://abroadproductions.com Podcast Website       https://abroadpodcasts.com REMINDER! Sign up for my new BLOG and Newsletter every week for new updates, wig alerts, Hot Tea to be spilt and just some fun stuff that will brighten up you day. Thanks again for tuning into and listening to A BROAD!   REMINDER- Set your “notification” button on to alert you to listen new episodes that are live!  

Damian's 40+ years of experience started with "Damian's Fine Italian Food"- a restaurant he started as a college senior in 1975. Damian's experience took him from his first restaurant to becoming a fixture in the Houston restaurant scene, first with D'Amico's, then Damian's Cucina Italiana, then to the national scene with Carrabba's; a restaurant he founded with nephew Johnny Carrabba. Moving to the Austin area, the Mandola's have promoted Italian culture and cuisine in Texas by opening Mandola's Italian Kitchen and Trattoria Lisina, totaling 4 locations. Show notes… Favorite success quote or mantra: "It's all about the details, respect, and having fun." In this episode with Damian Mandola we will discuss: The Texas restaurant scene in the 1970s The benefits of going outside your comfort zone The importance of "talking shop" with other restauranteurs Passion "setting the table" The importance of a soft opening Scaling and franchising Be your brand The importance of a good contract Licensing agreements Research your partners before getting involved and making deals Today's sponsor: BentoBox helps restaurants grow their business through a connected suite of tools, offering them an integrated website to connect with their guests and drive revenue online. Restaurant owners and operators are able to easily update menus, promote specials, take catering and event inquiries, sell merchandise, gift cards and more. CAKE provides an easy-to-use integrated software and hardware solution to build better dining experiences for restaurant operators and their guests. With mobile marketing and waitlist management to point of sale payment processing, the CAKErestaurant management system helps you grow your business.  Learn more at trycake.com/unstoppable EthicsSuite.com -provide a safe, secure, simple and anonymous communication channel between you and your employees to help you protect your hard-earned reputation and assets. Demonstrate to your team that you are committed to providing a workplace that operates with the highest ethical standards. Staying informed about important issues will help you resolve them internally before they spiral into larger, costly, or public problems.  Knowledge bombs Which "it factor" habit, trait, or characteristic you believe most contributes to your success? Attention to detail What is your biggest weakness? Eating pasta! What's one question you ask or thing you look for during an interview? Are you friendly? You can tell as soon as they walk in What's a current challenge? How are you dealing with it? "Getting around to all of my restaurants." Share one code of conduct or behavior you teach your team. Be honest, don't be fake. Have respect for your customers. What is one uncommon standard of service you teach your staff? Prebus tables. Polish glasses. What's one book we must read to become a better person or restaurant owner? The Fine Art of Italian Cooking by Giuliano Bugialli GET THIS BOOK FOR FREE AT AUDIBLE.COM  What's the one thing you feel restaurateurs don't know well enough or do often enough? Gert to know your customers What's one piece of technology you've adopted within your four walls restaurant and how has it influence operations? Aloha POS If you got the news that you'd be leaving this world tomorrow and all memories of you, your work, and your restaurants would be lost with your departure with the exception of 3 pieces of wisdom you could leave behind for the good of humanity, what would they be? Work hard Be friendly Respect your industry Contact info: dmandola@mandolas.com Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining today! Have some feedback you'd like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the top of the post. Also, please leave an honest review for the Restaurant Unstoppable Podcast on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! They do matter in the rankings of the show, and I read each and every one of them. And finally, don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates. Huge thanks to Damian Mandola for joining me for another awesome episode. Until next time!   Restaurant Unstoppable is a free podcast. One of the ways I'm able to make it free is by earning a commission when sharing certain products with you. I've made it a core value to only share tools, resources, and services my guest mentors have recommend, first. If you're finding value in my podcast, please use my links!