The Food Court
Step into the flavorful world of gastronomy with Roland Campos and Paul Ofcharsky as they serve up a delectable blend of fine dining insights, food tasting adventures, and their contagious passion for all things culinary on The Food Court podcast! Join this dynamic duo as they dish out tantalizing conversations with legendary chefs, cookbook authors, food stars, industry icons, and even a sprinkle of celebrity guests and comedians. From savory secrets to hilarious kitchen mishaps, each episode promises a flavorful journey through the diverse landscape of food and drink, guaranteed to leave your taste buds tingling and your belly rumbling for more. Tune in for a culinary experience like no other, where every episode is a feast for the senses!
The Food Court
#78 - Derrick Hayes
This Week on Food Court: Derrick Hayes of Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks!
From the streets of West Philadelphia to the heart of Atlanta’s food scene, Derrick Hayes is the definition of a hustler with heart. We sit down with the CEO and founder of the Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks empire to talk about his incredible journey — from cooking with his grandfather as a kid to building one of the fastest-rising food brands in the country.
Did you know Big Dave’s ranked #6 on Fast Casual’s Movers & Shakers list? Or that a single cheesesteak post from Eve changed his entire business overnight? We talk all about his booming franchise locations, his game-changing All Purpose Spice blend , and what it means to bring authentic Philly flavor to the South.
But that’s not all — Derrick also gives us a sneak peek into his upcoming appearance as a featured speaker at InvestFest 2025
, and shares how he's turning his platform into purpose through the David and Derrick Hayes Foundation and college fund initiatives.
Oh — and yes, he drops gems on entrepreneurship, purpose, and why being real, relentless, and rooted in your "why" is the key to scaling success.
Derrick Hayes isn’t just selling sandwiches — he’s building legacy. Tap in. This one’s for the dreamers.
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