Pursuit of Wellness
Michelin Star Chefs: Why Food Quality Matters w/ Phillip & Margarita
Jan 20, 2025
Join culinary visionaries Phillip Franklin Lee, a multi-restaurant co-owner, and Margarita Callis Lee, an innovative pastry chef, as they dive into the art of high-quality dining. They share their journey of building a restaurant empire during the pandemic, emphasizing community support in Austin. Discover how their passion for food translates into creative culinary processes, the importance of mental well-being in the kitchen, and the balance of artistry with business. They also reflect on the impact of Michelin stars and the evolution of responsible practices in the culinary world.
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- The chefs' journey illustrates how taking risks and embracing change led to unexpected successes and a vibrant new restaurant scene in Austin.
- Joe Rogan's endorsement significantly boosted local interest and transformed the chefs' pop-up into a thriving dining destination amid initial challenges.
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The Journey to Success
Success in the restaurant industry often boils down to willingness to take risks, as illustrated by the personal journey of the chefs behind Scratch Restaurants. They initially thrived with five successful locations in California before the pandemic forced them to pivot dramatically. Rather than let their circumstances dictate their fate, they gathered their team, who were like family, and chose to relocate to Austin in search of opportunity. This willingness to leap into the unknown led to an unexpected new beginning and a thriving restaurant scene in a different city.
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