Claim OwnershipFancyBreadMiami
Subscribed: 0Played: 0
Subscribe
© 2024 FancyBreadMiami
Description
A love/hate relationship between two food and beverage mercenaries with over 20 years of combined experience. We talk about the real, raw, and sometimes misunderstood aspects of dining and working in the restaurant industry.
38 Episodes
Reverse
SEASON FINALE! Adrian & Ed talk about their memorable moments of 2023, reflections, and suggest some restaurant resolutions for the year of 2024. Share your answers with us in the comment section. Topics bellow. Chapters:0:00 Ed's Intro3:25 Show Intro & Synopsis 3:41 Achieving Your New Year's Resolutions7:20 Proactive Mindset: Creating Your Own Challenges12:32 Appreciating Our Valued Listeners16:07 Media Highlights 202319:52 Our Favorite Restaurants of 20232...
Adrian & Ed talk about returning items in a restaurant. When is it ok, when is it not, how to do so, what happens to the restaurant when you do so , and how that makes you look. Topics bellow.Chapters:0:00 Ed's Intro2:03 Show Intro & Synopsis 3:00 The Culture of Returns in the U.S.13:10 When is it Acceptable, and When is it Not to Return Items in a Restaurant30:44 How to Return an Item in a Restaurant37:59 The Debate: Should You Pay for Returned Items in a Restaurant39:30 F...
Adrian & Ed invite Eli & Jimmy Owners of The Wrapper Miami and share thoughts about what makes food authentic. Topics bellow.Chapters:0:00 Ed's Intro2:06 Show Intro & Synopsis3:09 Eli & Jimmy's Background5:36 Exploring The Wrapper Miami6:28 Divide & Conquer: Roles in The Wrapper Miami7:20 Chef Jimmy's Culinary Upbringing9:19 Origins of Chef Jimmy's Recipes and Influences10:48 From Idea to Reality: The Wrapper's Journey14:04 Negotiating Business Prices in Miami18:58 The Har...
Adrian & Ed invite Jeremy & Sarah to talk about Working in the Hamptons and Shelter Island during the Summer Season. Topics bellow.Chapters:0:00 Ed's Intro1:38 Show Intro & Synopsis02:05 Jeremy & Sarah's Service Background04:00 Working in the Hamptons: Advantages and Opportunities05:48 Hamptons Seasons: Start and End Dates Revealed06:27 Exploring Restaurant Pop-Ups in the Hamptons07:11 The Fancy Side of the Hamptons and the Enchantment of Shelter Island09:32 Employment in the ...
Adrian & Ed invite DJ's: Ziv & Valen G to talk about DJ's and music in the restaurant industry. Topics bellow.Chapters:0:00 Ed's Intro1:37 Show Intro & Synopsis01:57 Ziv and Valen G's DJ Origins and Success Stories14:16 What is the role of a DJ19:15 Reasons Why a Restaurant Should Hire a DJ23:36 How Music Influences The Guest Experience28:56 Requesting Songs from a DJ34:01 Why Transitioning from Club DJ to Restaurant DJ36:33 The Significance of Diversifying Your DJ Music39:55 Navi...
Adrian, Ed, and guest Ana Marcela talk about the many ways to get a table at a popular restaurant, and mention some pros and cons to each approach. Topics:Ana Marcela's Industry OriginsWalking into a Restaurant: Pros and ConsOnline Reservations: Pros and ConsPhone Reservations: Pros and ConsReservation with Server or Staff Member: Pros and ConsReservation with a Manager or Owner: Pros and ConsReservation with a Concierge or Promoter: Pros and ConsMembers Only Concierge Apps: Pros and ConsPurc...
Adrian & Ed invite Will and Solomon to talk about the LGTBQ+ in the restaurant industry. Topics:Will and Solomon's StoriesLGBTQ+ Representation in RestaurantsThe Experience of Gay ServiceEarnings Equality: Who makes moreService Challenges: Stories of Rejection and ResilienceWill & Solomon's Favorite and Least Desirable Guest ExperiencesThe Role of LGTBQ+ Support in the IndustryServing LGTBQ+ GuestLove in the Restaurant: Dating Amongst Guests and StaffEfforts by Restaurants to Sup...
Adrian & Ed talk about Why and How they Joined the Restaurant Industry: Their Journey, How they Met, and Why You Should Consider It. Topics bellow.Entering the Restaurant IndustryAdrian & Ed's Original Career ChoicesEd's shortest job, and Memorable Characters in the IndustryAdrian's Journey: Career Path and InfluencesMotivations for Joining the Restaurant IndustryTruths About Navigating Job InterviewsAdrian's First Server Job: Lessons from Corporate RestaurantsAttempts to Leave ...
Adrian & Ed invite Saheed: one of the many cooks who's behind the curtain in restaurants and go over some related topics.Topics:Who Earns the title of 'Chef'? Qualifications and InsightsSaheed's Path into the Kitchen: A Personal StoryStarting a Kitchen Career: Who Should and How to BeginWorking in the Kitchen: Vital Considerations and DisclaimersHandling Critique: A Must-Know Skill for Kitchen ProsApplying for Kitchen Jobs: Step-by-Step Guide and TipsSecuring Your Kitchen Job: Strategies ...
Adrian and Ed go over some reasons as to why your server might be "RUDE" and what things both guest and service staff can do in some of those situations. Topics:What is being rudeHow would you react to a rude guest in your homeWhen your server doesn't wanna be thereWhen a guest doesn't respect youWhen a guest doesn't wanna be thereEd's red flagHow snapping makes you lookIgnorance is rudeWhen your server knows you don't tipNumber 1 ruleHow going out is going to classNumber 1 rule goes bo...
Adrian & Ed invite Bar managers Will & Mike to discuss why alcohol in restaurants is so expensive. Topics:Will's IntroMike's IntroThe value of a bartenders license Why alcohol in restaurants is so expensiveWhere do bars and restaurants get their alcoholWhy buy through vendorsRelationships between liquor reps and vendorsDoes the liquor rep have negotiation powerDo most bars carry the same products and whyMost people don't venture out of their comfort zoneWhy Miami bartenders don'...
Adrian & Ed invite Michelin Chef Pedro Mederos to share his knowledge and experience of opening his own restaurant. Topics:The chef who made Adrian cryChef Pedro Mederos StoryDo you need accreditation to be successfulWhen is the right timeHow your restaurant can influence a new culinary directionWhat is Miami to tourists vs localsChef Mederos biggest concern when opening his restaurantAssessing the market for your restaurantBeing recognized by the Michelin GuideHiring and building a...
Adrian & Ed invite Jen and Chelsea to talk about women in the restaurant industry. Topics:Are there more men or women in the restaurant industryMale vs Female managersSexual harassment at workSexual discrimination in the restaurant industryWhat gender makes more moneyWhat gender tips bestIs gender evaluated differently in the restaurant industryRumors when changing hairstylesAnimosity against other womenFresh Meat in the restaurantOne HUGE benefit of being a woman in the restaurant ...
Adrian & Ed use their experience to discuss why people go to restaurants and why it matters. They share a checklist for guests to consider when choosing a restaurant, and split restaurants into three categories: Food, Ambiance/Vibes, and Service. We also discuss how you can find a suitable restaurant for your needs and how servers can help identify that need to better provide a great experience.We will revisit this topic in the future.In this episode we referred to two previous audio epis...
Adrian & Ed invite Executive Chef & Tremendo Garnish Co-Owner David Gomez to discuss why food in restaurants is so expensive.To follow Chef David and inquire about Tremendo Garnish: Website: https://tremendogarnish.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tremendogarnish/
Adrian & Ed interview Miami Beach Mayor candidate Michael Gongora. We talk about how the restaurant industry contributes to the community and what can be done from the political aspect to help the industry thrive in the City of Miami Beach.You can reach and or follow Michael via: Email: michael@michaelgongora.comWebsite: https://www.michaelgongora.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelcgongora/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelGongoraFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/michaelcg...
Adrian & Ed invite Chris from "Appraise the Phrase Podcast" to discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly about the low and slow season in Miami. Link to Ep.17 Well-Done (w/Guest Chris) "Audio Only"https://fancybreadmiami.buzzsprout.com/1976751/11671729-ep-17-well-done-w-guest-chrisFollow Appraise The Phrase: Official Site: ➡️ https://appraisethephrase.com/ ATP YouTube: ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClhOT41ItFBzpXanbzfT0oQ Twitter: ➡️ https://twitter.com/TheATPShow Instagram: ➡️&...
Adrian & Ed discuss why popular restaurants have long wait times. The answers may surprise you.
New episodes out on Mondays!Available on your preferred podcast platform, and now video available on YouTube at:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy0HZG6urmj-68MmRjI3-DAInstagram:@fancybreadmiamiYou can reach us via email at: Info.fancybreadmiami@gmail.com
Adrian & Ed invite Chris & Chanty to discuss the bathroom atendant position and the dirty stuff they deal with.You can follow them on:@chriscalderon_96 @cxx.andreaa
Comments
Download from Google Play
Download from App Store
United States