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Drew Nieporent, I'M NOT TRYING TO BE DIFFICULT: Stories from the Restaurant Trenches

Drew Nieporent, I'M NOT TRYING TO BE DIFFICULT: Stories from the Restaurant Trenches

Update: 2025-09-25
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Zibby welcomes legendary restaurateur Drew Nieporent to discuss his compelling, rollicking new memoir, I'M NOT TRYING TO BE DIFFICULT: Stories from the Restaurant Trenches. Drew reflects on his decades-long career shaping New York dining culture—from iconic spots like Tribeca Grill and Nobu to feeding workers after 9/11 and navigating the challenges of the pandemic. He also shares candid stories of success, setbacks, partnerships, and survival, along with deeply personal moments about his health, family, and resilience.


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Drew Nieporent, I'M NOT TRYING TO BE DIFFICULT: Stories from the Restaurant Trenches

Drew Nieporent, I'M NOT TRYING TO BE DIFFICULT: Stories from the Restaurant Trenches