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December 22, 2020 29 mins

Episode Note

In this episode of Wisking It All, Angelo Esposito interviews Joey and Orlando Napolitano, Co-founders of Brotelli Pasta Bar. They discuss their experience in the hospitality industry and the concept behind their quick-service pasta bar. The Napolitano brothers share their journey of transitioning from the banking industry to the restaurant business and the challenges they faced during the construction phase. They emphasize the importance of adapting to unexpected situations and maintaining a balance between convenience and quality in the quick-service industry. They also discuss the impact of COVID-19 on their business and their plans for expansion in the future.

Takeaways

  • Adapting to unexpected situations and being willing to take punches is crucial in the hospitality industry.
  • Maintaining a balance between convenience and quality is important in the quick-service restaurant space.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of technology and automation in the industry.
  • Market research and understanding the demand for your concept are essential before starting a restaurant business.
  • Building a strong social media presence and targeting specific communities can be effective marketing strategies for startups.****

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Wisking It All and Brotelli Pasta Bar 07:35 Adapting to the COVID-19 Pandemic 13:30 Highlighting the Menu and Quality of Brotelli Pasta Bar 23:47 The Future of the Quick-Service Restaurant Industry

Learn more about the guests

Joey Napolitano: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giuseppe-napolitano-07598b29/

Orlando Napolitano: https://www.linkedin.com/in/orlando-napolitano-mba-b0a33213/ Brotelli Website: https://www.brotellipastabar.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brotellipastabar/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brotellipastabar/

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