#008 | Big Rich Knows Jax | Rich Harris

Zack's back with another episode and ready to spice things up! Today we dive in to the Jacksonville food scene with the knowledgeable Big Rich, a seasoned influencer dedicated to raising awareness for emerging and noteworthy restaurants. But that's not all – we're turning the heat up a notch by taking Big Rich on a flavor-packed adventure, tasting three one-of-a-kind hot sauces. Don't miss out on the sizzling fun and subscribe for your front-row seat to the hottest taste experience in town! Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bigrichknow...⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/BigRichKnowsJax⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@bigrichknowsjax⁠ ------------------------------------------------ Timestamps ⁠01:07⁠ What is Big Rich Knows Jax? ⁠04:08⁠ Tell us a little about your previous experiences working in the food industry. ⁠05:42⁠ How are you finding these new restaurants? ⁠07:17⁠ When a new place opens up, do you let them know you are coming? ⁠10:03⁠ Consulting ⁠10:35⁠ What are the top questions restaurants ask you for help with vs what they should really be asking help with? ⁠15:13⁠ SAUCE #1 Hot & Saucy - Carrot & Chipotle ⁠17:25⁠ How do you narrow your restaurant choice down when visiting an area? ⁠19:09⁠ Are you branching out to other social media platforms, besides Instagram? ⁠25:55⁠ Is there anything that a restaurant does that makes them top notch for you? ⁠27:39⁠ Can you give us an example of a struggling restaurant that came to you for help and you were able to help them succeed? ⁠32:38⁠ SAUCE #2 Down to Ferment - Haban-Guero ⁠37:03⁠ Do you see the restaurant industry shifting towards more digital based , fast casual, sit-down, or food trucks? ⁠41:09⁠ Do you think people Strat food trucks with the end goal or creating a brick and mortar store? ⁠43:38⁠ Do you notice any cuisine in food tricks that translates well to a brick and mortar restaurant? ⁠45:47⁠ SAUCE #3 Redacted Hot Sauce - Wet Work ⁠48:11⁠ What are some pet peeves that restaurants have towards customers? ⁠53:50⁠ What’s in store for Big Rich in 2024? ------------------------------------------------ Social Media: Website: ⁠https://www.thehotsauceshow.com/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/eatmorehots...⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/people/The-H...⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thehotsauceshow⁠ X: ⁠https://twitter.com/DailyHotSauce⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5dHxEeU...⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...⁠