Business Wars Daily Eminem’s Latest Venture? Italian Food
Oct 7, 2021
Explore the delicious world of celebrity eateries with Eminem's latest venture, Mom’s Spaghetti, inspired by his iconic lyrics. The restaurant's launch in Detroit highlights the unique challenges and perks that come with celebrity branding in the food industry. Dive into the fun rivalry between Mom’s Spaghetti and Toney Island, revealing why celebrity-backed restaurants continue to capture public interest. It's a tasty mix of music and culinary ambition!
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Eminem Opens Mom's Spaghetti
- Eminem opened Mom's Spaghetti, a walk-up window in Detroit selling spaghetti, meatballs, and a spaghetti sandwich.
- The pop-up began at a local music shelter and served free meals to frontline workers during the pandemic.
Tone Tone's Tony Island Rival
- Rapper Tone Tone opened Tony Island in Detroit earlier in the year with items like chicken and waffles and a Coney hot dog.
- Tony Island covers classic comfort and local staples, contrasting with Eminem's focused spaghetti menu.
Why Celebrities Open Restaurants
- Celebrity restaurants are growing because fame offsets restaurants' thin profit margins and marketing costs.
- Celebrities use eateries to diversify revenue and stay culturally relevant without needing deep operational margins.
