Hospitality Bites
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Hospitality Bites is a podcast hosted by Colleen Silk, who is also the founder of Hospitality Bites Media (HBM). HBM aims to promote the human side of hospitality and create a brand that amplifies individual voices while encouraging the industry to prioritize mental well-being, create sustainable workplaces, and foster a culture of inclusivity and support. HBM provides consulting services for restaurateurs, sells products and digital toolkits, and hosts events, workshops, and this podcast. The hospitality industry is known for its high standards, achievements, and recognition. However, these pressures of perfection and the constant need to be "on" have led to a mental health issue that has been hidden for too long. It is time to bring awareness to these struggles, highlight smaller successes, and offer different career avenues within the industry. This podcast features conversations with a variety of hospitality experts, from lesser-known individuals to celebrities, with the goal of destigmatizing, enlightening, and normalizing a more realistic expectation of the industry. If you want to work with HBM or be a guest on the show, don't hesitate to reach out and follow Colleen Silk on LinkedIn!
Episodes
EDIT TO EPISODE: I incorrectly refer to Serena, Justin's longtime girlfriend, as his fiance; they are not engaged.
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A note from me, Colleen Silk, the host and founder of HBM.
Please be aware that while this conversation does not explicitly talk of Justin's arrest and the issue of domestic abuse, we do talk about the repercuss...
Welcome back to Hospitality Bites, hosted by Colleen Silk. On today's episode, I am joined by Nesha Abarno, a seasoned hospitality professional with an incredible background in the industry. We discuss her journey within the hospitality space, from growing up in a family-run golf course to managing high-end dining experiences in New York City to now being a key team member of the incredible Maverick Theory.
We also examine the imp...
Welcome back to Hospitality Bites! In today's episode, I am joined by Christin Marvin, a seasoned hospitality professional, podcast host of "No Hesitations," and author of "The Hospitality Leader's Roadmap." We discuss Christin's extensive career journey in the restaurant industry, her personal challenges with burnout and lifestyle changes, and her transition into coaching and consulting.
Christin shares her experiences of hitting...
Welcome to Hospitality Bites! Today, I'm thrilled to have Kris Hall, the founder and CEO of The Burnt Chef Project, joining me. We delve into the remarkable expansion of The Burnt Chef ambassador network, Kris's transition from sales to discovering his true calling in hospitality, and the vital significance of mental health awareness within the industry.
Kris openly shares his personal challenges and the pivotal moments that spur...
Today's episode features Michael Tipps, a seasoned food and beverage expert, Co-Founder of Maverick Theory, and advisor for The Bar and Restaurant Expo. We discuss his journey into the hospitality industry, his time in the entertainment industry (including acting, producing, and his time on
In today's Season 3 final episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Justin Warner--chef, cookbook author, business owner, and culinary commentator on the Food Network's TOC. During our conversation, Chef Justin shared his journey in the culinary industry, from starting as a front-of-house employee to opening his own restaurant. He also talked about his experiences cooking on Twitch, appearing and working on Food Network, and his ...
In today's episode, I am joined by Adrianne Calvo - a cookbook author, entrepreneur, host, and award-winning chef. We discuss how she stumbled into the culinary world, her journey of becoming the youngest cookbook author soon after college, the obstacles she faced while opening her first restaurant, her entrepreneurial achievements, and her show "Searching for Maximum Flavor". We also talked about the loss of her sister and how tha...
**Trigger Warning** In this episode, we discuss sensitive subject matters about mental health and suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health matters, please call or text the 988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline.
In today's episode, I had the pleasure of talking with Matt Rodbard, a cookbook author, podcast host, and editor-in-chief of TASTE. During our conversation, we delved into Matt's unique background in the culinary hospitality industry and his journey into the food media world. We also discussed the increasing popula...
In today's episode, I am joined by Restaurant Consultant, Food Media Personality, and Proud Dad, Chef Brian Duffy. We discuss his DEG Consulting Company, and the importance of creating personalized experiences with each business he works with, his background in the restaurant industry, including his time working in Irish pubs and his passion for elevating pub food.
We discusses the impact of his time on Bar Rescue on his career and...
In this episode, I am joined by Derek Wallace, the co-founder of Kalamata's Kitchen and Golden Fork Media. We discuss how people's perceptions of dining out are changing and why it's crucial to create more inclusive culinary environments, including family diners.
We also highlight some of Kalamata's Ambassadors, including culinary visionaries such as Eric Ripert, Eric Adjepong, and Kristen Kish, among others.
Additionally, we exp...
In today's episode, I am joined by the owner and founder of Cali BBQ Media and restaurant, the "Toast" unboxing guy, host of Toast Family Style, and all around hospitality entrepreneur, Shawn Welchef.
We discuss his passion for telling stories, the restaurant industry and how he blended the two to create his media company. We also chat about the impact and influence your family can have on driving business decisions, finding authe...
On today's episode I am joined by the funny, intelligent grilling guru and half of the iconic Grill Dads, Ryan Fey. Ryan talks about his love of being a father and why including DAD in the brand he and partner, Mark Anderson, created, their journey to food media, the love for grilling, and their newest venture Dads Guide to The Universe!
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On today's episode, we are joined by chef, mental health advocate, and founder of Restaurant After Hours, Zia Sheikh, and Marketing and Social Media Manager Taylor Bauer.
We discuss Restaurant After Hours's inspiration and back story, the free resources and offerings you can find on their website, and much more.
If you or someone you know is in a crisis, please get in touch with any of the following resources below or visit-...
In today’s episode, we talk with Alex Munford, creator of The Hospitality Folks Newsletter, and what sparked him to begin writing, adapting, and balancing his growing family within the industry life, breaking habits during the pandemic, are shift drinks a healthy incentive after work, a few restaurant war stories, and much more.
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Today’s guest is a multi-James Beard Award nominee; his desserts have received several notable recognitions from the New York Times to Pellegrino’s The Worlds 50 Best, a guest judge on some of your favorite food competition shows, cookbook author of The Sweet Spot. He is completely self-taught--the incredibly talented and kind Chef Pichet Ong.
He has worked with several notable culinary giants and iconic...
Welcome back to our third-season debut of Hospitality Bites, with your host Colleen Silk!
Today’s guest joining me from the UK is the intelligent, engaging, and witty Michelle Moreno. With over twenty-five years of hospitality experience under her belt, she is now spreading her wealth of knowledge as the founder of QAB Leadership. We discuss her background, services, and hope for the industry.
Welcome to Hospitality Bites and the final episode of season 2!
Listen to our conversation about her beginnings with #FoodFictionProject, navigating the industry as a writer and brand specialist during the pandemic, and how setting boundaries has guided her to work with mission-driven brands that make our industry safer and more inclusive.
We also talk about some amazing companies and brands she loves that are making such positive...
Welcome to Hospitality Bites! Join me as we chat with the President and Lead Culinary Literary and Talent Agent, Sally Ekus. We are going to talk about running a niche culinary business, her experience and knowledge of behavioral and mental health, and her life as a full-time working mom!
To learn more about Sally, her company, and their offerings, be sure to visit their website or follow along on social @ekusgroup.
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Welcome to Hospitality Bites! Join me as I chat with Michelle Righini, seasoned hospitality expert, an Ambassador for The Burnt Chef Project, and host of the new podcast, We Recover Loudly.
To learn more about the Burnt Chef Project and what they are doing to make the industry and healthier and sustainable environment visit their website here!
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