It was a different scene in the late-1990's when Tim Petrillo teamed up with Chef Peter Boulukos to found The Restaurant People. Fort Lauderdale's Las Olas Boulevard was a sleepy stretch known for its seasonal wedding shops. 20 years later, it's the epicenter of spectacular cuisine. In this episode, SFBJ Editor-in-Chief Mel Melendez checks in with Petrillo, who shares his journey and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs in the industry.
It was a different scene in the late-1990's when Tim Petrillo teamed up with Chef Peter Boulukos to found The Restaurant People. Fort Lauderdale's Las Olas Boulevard was a sleepy stretch known for its seasonal wedding shops. 20 years later, it's the epicenter of spectacular cuisine. In this episode, SFBJ Editor-in-Chief Mel Melendez checks in with Petrillo, who shares his journey and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs in the industry.