September 25, 2025 • 56 mins
Today on the show Eric has in depth conversation with Houston hospitality veteran Jonathan Horowitz. The pair discuss Jonathan's leaving from the Houston Hospitality Alliance, how he found his way into commercial real estate, the ramifications of the pandemic on the restaurant industry, the difficulties that are now present within the industry post pandemic, the changes in customer behavior/demand, the "winning the neighborhood" strategy, the desire to stay within your area to eat, how technology has changed tipping culture, the possibility of others stepping in to save a concept that is struggling, the underestimating of the capitalization needed for starting a restaurant, and much more.
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Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com:
- Riel Chef Ryan Lachaine Finds New Home at River Oaks Restaurant
- Dynamic Houston Duo Opening New Neighborhood Restaurant in Montrose
- Houston's Rising Star Chefs Shine in National Magazine's 2025 Awards
- 20 New Restaurants and Bars Opening in Houston this Fall and Beyond
- Pioneering Houston Mexican Restaurant Extends Closing Until Next Year
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