The Restaurant Innovator
The Restaurant Innovator is a podcast from the editors of FSR magazine—the leading publication for full-service restaurants—that dives into the world of running restaurants and explores the latest trends, strategies, and technologies being used by today's NextGen operators. Each episode features insightful conversations with trailblazing restaurateurs who are leading the charge in creating new and memorable experiences. From cutting-edge menu design and front-of-house operations to back-of-house efficiencies and sustainability initiatives, The Restaurant Innovator offers listeners a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to stay ahead of the curve in an ever-evolving industry. Whether you're a seasoned operator or just getting started in the business, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to stay on top of the latest trends and best practices.
The Restaurant Innovator
Latest Episodes
Sam Jett Redefines ‘Luxury’ Fine Dining: Where Farmers Write the Menu
In the first segment of a two-part podcast, executive chef Sam Jett shares how he and his team at the Michelin-recommended Audrey in Nashville are flipping the idea of “luxury” on its head. He explains why he rejects the standard fine-dining mo...
What 10 Years in Front of House Taught This Executive Chef
What happens when an engineering mindset meets the culinary arts? In this episode of The Restaurant Innovator, hosts Callie Evergreen and Sam Danley sit down with Nick Bracero, executive chef of Armour House in Birmingham, Alabama, to ...
The Disney Playbook for Better Hospitality
In this episode, Disney Institute senior facilitator Zoë Bishop shares the leadership principles behind Disney's renowned service culture and how restaurant operators can apply them to their own businesses. She explains why culture must be rein...
Inside Chef Kenny Gilbert’s Boot Camp for Future Culinary Leaders
In this episode, “Top Chef” veteran Kenny Gilbert shares the leadership philosophy that has fueled his 35-year career—from the Ritz-Carlton and Oprah Winfrey’s kitchen to his current role as VP of Culinary for Grove Bay Hospitality Group. He ar...
Why Cotton Patch Cafe Stopped Chasing Newness
Cotton Patch Cafe CEO Brandon Coleman joins the podcast to share how the Texas-based chain is driving double-digit traffic growth without chasing constant menu innovation. Instead, Coleman explains how simplifying operations, lowering prices on...
