Restaurant Influencers

In 2011 Marguerite Zabar Mariscal was an intern at Momofuku (@momolongplay). By age 30 she was CEO. Listen to this interview to learn about building strategic partnerships, new technology, and not being obsessed with perfection. Try TOAST Tech to Make Your Restaurant Run Smoother and Stronger — https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc Never Worry About Sales Tax Again. Try DAVO and Get Your 1st Month FREE — https://bit.ly/3rf2BcB Produced by Cali BBQ Media: https://content.calibbq.media

Robert Irvine (@chefirvine) is so much more than a celebrity chef and Food Network host. More than anything, Chef Irvine is a man who believes firmly in the benefits of genuine benevolence and philanthropy. For him, “Nothing is Impossible.” Listen to this interview to learn about the importance of supporting others, having a military culture in business, and the essence of leadership. https://content.calibbq.media TOAST Can Make Your Restaurant Run Smoother and Stronger — https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc

Rodney Scott’s daring approach and “we’ll figure it out” fearlessness has been the foundation upon which his Rodney Scott’s Whole Hog BBQ restaurant (@rodneyscottsbbq) empire was built. Listen to this interview to learn about winning a James Beard award, becoming a social media celebrity, and how cooking with soul is vital to sustained success. https://content.calibbq.media Try TOAST Technology to Make Your Restaurant Run Better — https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc

Brewpoint Coffee Founder Melissa Villanueva is the author of “Starting and Running a Coffee Shop”. Like the title suggests, the CEO has aspirations to grow Brewpoint Coffee (@brewpointcoffee) and teach other people of color how to effectively find their way in the café space. Listen to this interview to learn about balancing big ambitions, creating opportunities for others, and equity and inclusion in business. https://content.calibbq.media Try TOAST Tech to Make Your Restaurant Run Smoother and Stronger — https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc

For the cofounder of Asian-inspired restaurant chain Chicken Meets Rice (@chickenmeetsrice) Shone Tran, a night out drinking with a friend and eventual business partner led to much more than memories of laughter and great conversations. Listen to this interview to learn about pulling inspiration from tragedy, taking small steps, and thriving in business with your best friend. https://content.calibbq.media Try TOAST Today to Make Your Restaurant Run Smoother and Stronger — https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc

Hernán Regiardo and Samantha Trottier, founders of Mate Society (@workbymate), built a reputation for beautiful photos and appealing content. The TikTok stars have even partnered with big companies like Bang Energy drinks and Hello Kitty. Listen to this interview to learn about authentic online connections, being in the creator economy, and choosing the right brand deals. https://content.calibbq.media Try TOAST Technology Today to Run Restaurant Better — https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc

Super Taco Mexican Restaurants (@supertacomex) founder Julian Cervantes knew as a young man that he wanted to own a business. He just didn’t know what to open or even how to get started. Luckily there were people around him who could help. Watch this interview to learn about starting a business from scratch, having a Plan B, and balancing family and a restaurant. https://restaurantinfluencers.media Try TOAST Technology Today to Make Your Restaurant Better — https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc

Celebrity Chef Fabio Viviani has solidified his stature as a titan in the restaurant industry with hard work and a strong personality. Watch this interview with the food entrepreneur and CEO to learn about how culture should be the number one goal for any business, finding — and using — celebrity, and learning to stick to a specific system. https://restaurantinfluencers.media Try TOAST Technology Today to Make Your Restaurant Better — https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc

Javier Correa has spent his entire life in the restaurant industry. His Sombrero Mexican Food restaurant made its mark with a simple marketing technique: good food. Listen to this interview with the third-generation restaurant owner to learn about celebrity endorsements, finding an effective pace, and scaling a business. https://restaurantinfluencers.media TOAST makes your restaurant better: https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc Try POPMENU and Save $100: https://popmenu.com/influencers

Robert “Don Pooh” Cummins has enjoyed success from music to food. He’s done it all by having a keen eye for talent and a willingness to keep trying. Listen to this interview with the Brooklyn Chop House Owner about working in the music industry, opening franchises, and creating avenues for black entrepreneurs. https://restaurantinfluencers.media Try POPMENU ANSWERING and Save $100: https://popmenu.com/influencers TOAST makes your restaurant better: https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc