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Building Something Rad: How Amanda Frederickson Built a Foodie Empire with Radish Kitchen

Sydney Dozier

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In this episode of The Renaissance Podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome Amanda Frederickson, the culinary mastermind behind Radish Kitchen, a fast-casual restaurant sensation that has taken Nashville by storm. With nearly 105,000 Instagram followers, Amanda has turned her love for fresh, healthy cooking into a thriving business that’s attracting foodies from near and far.

Amanda’s culinary journey began in her Florida kitchen, where she taught herself to cook by watching The Food Network. After graduating from Boston University and moving to San Francisco, Amanda’s passion for food continued to grow, ultimately leading her to the San Francisco Cooking School and a dream job in the Williams-Sonoma test kitchen.

It was in San Francisco where Amanda met her husband, Luke Smiley, who now serves as the CEO of Radish Kitchen. Together, they have navigated the challenges of starting a family, launching a business, and moving to new cities—all while staying committed to their shared vision of providing simple, quality food that people can enjoy on the go.

In this episode, Amanda shares the story of how Radish came to be, the inspiration behind their popular menu items, and the unique challenges of opening a restaurant during a global pandemic. She also offers a behind-the-scenes look at how she and Luke balance their professional and personal lives with two children, how Amanda build the beautiful Radish brand, and the exciting plans they have for expanding and scaling Radish in the future.

Tune in to hear Amanda’s incredible journey and discover what makes Radish a must-visit destination for food lovers in Nashville and beyond. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or simply a fan of great food, this episode is packed with inspiration, insights, and a whole lot of heart.

Follow Amanda Here: https://www.instagram.com/amandafrederickson/
Follow Radish: https://www.instagram.com/radisheats/

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About The Host:

Sydney Dozier, the visionary behind Renaissance Marketing Group, has been at the forefront of social media excellence since the agency's inception in 2014. Over the past 10 years, Sydney has cultivated a full-fledged team of social media aficionados and creative minds, elevating Renaissance to its current status as one of Nashville's premier agencies. With an extensive and diverse clientele, they've consistently delivered exceptional results.

From coast to coast, Renaissance offers a comprehensive suite of services, spanning social media management, strategic guidance, content creation, paid digital advertising, email marketing, influencer partnerships, graphic design, branding, in-house professional photography and videography, and beyond. Their mission is simple: to drive optimal revenue and online growth while consistently surpassing client expectations.

Beyond her role as a business maven, Sydney wears multiple hats. She hosts The Renaissance Podcast, an enlightening resource for entrepreneurs seeking to spark a modern-day Renaissance in their lives and businesses. Her passion for championing women in business gave rise to The Mona Lisa Foundation, a nonprofit organization committed to supporting and accelerating women entrepreneurs in Nashville through mentorship, grants, education, and a vibrant community.


Sydney is also the driving force behind The Renaissance Women’s Summit, an annual...

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