FancyBreadMiami

Adrian & Ed
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FancyBreadMiami

A love/hate relationship between two food and beverage mercenaries with over 20 years of combined experience. We talk about the real, raw, and sometimes misunderstood aspects of dining and working in the restaurant industry.

  1. Ep.38 Bread or Circus? Decoding the Buzz Behind HB 535

    3D AGO

    Ep.38 Bread or Circus? Decoding the Buzz Behind HB 535

    In this episode of ‘Bread or Circus,’ Adrian and Ed dive into the buzz around HB 535, exploring its potential motivations, impacts, and possible scenarios. Tune in for their critical take and why they oppose this bill! Chapters: 0:00 Let’s take a deep breath before we start 0:27 Ed's opener 1:03 Show Start: Explaining the Proposed Bill 2:26 Disclaimer and tip fatigue 4:40 Out of touch bill: Opting out of paying service charge 6:07 Minimum wage, tips, and commissions 9:00 A red flag 10:...

    36 min
  2. Ep.37 A new chapter of FancyBread begins

    APR 4

    Ep.37 A new chapter of FancyBread begins

    A new chapter of FancyBread begins! Join Adrian and Ed as they answer seven thought-provoking questions inspired by the Mel Robbins podcast, adding their unique twist with food and restaurant insights. Make sure to share your answers in the comments below! Chapters: 0:00 FancyBread is back! 1:23 Ed's hopeful message for this new chapter 4:07 Show Start: Seven questions, 3 categories 6:41 Personal highlights 10:30 Food highlights 14:11 Restaurant highlights 19:38 Personal lowlights 24:...

    1h 5m
  3. Ep.36 New Years Resolutions for the Restaurant Industry

    01/01/2024

    Ep.36 New Years Resolutions for the Restaurant Industry

    SEASON FINALE! Adrian & Ed talk about their memorable moments of 2023, reflections, and suggest some restaurant resolutions for the year of 2024. Share your answers with us in the comment section. Topics bellow. Chapters: 0:00 Ed's Intro 3:25 Show Intro & Synopsis 3:41 Achieving Your New Year's Resolutions 7:20 Proactive Mindset: Creating Your Own Challenges 12:32 Appreciating Our Valued Listeners 16:07 Media Highlights 2023 19:52 Our Favorite Restaurant...

    55 min
  4. Ep.35 Returning Items in a Restaurant

    12/25/2023

    Ep.35 Returning Items in a Restaurant

    Adrian & Ed talk about returning items in a restaurant. When is it ok, when is it not, how to do so, what happens to the restaurant when you do so , and how that makes you look. Topics bellow. Chapters: 0:00 Ed's Intro 2:03 Show Intro & Synopsis 3:00 The Culture of Returns in the U.S. 13:10 When is it Acceptable, and When is it Not to Return Items in a Restaurant 30:44 How to Return an Item in a Restaurant 37:59 The Debate: Should You Pay for Returned Items in a Restauran...

    54 min
  5. Ep.34 What is Authentic Cuisine (w/Guest Eli & Jimmy)

    12/18/2023

    Ep.34 What is Authentic Cuisine (w/Guest Eli & Jimmy)

    Adrian & Ed invite Eli & Jimmy Owners of The Wrapper Miami and share thoughts about what makes food authentic. Topics bellow. Chapters: 0:00 Ed's Intro 2:06 Show Intro & Synopsis 3:09 Eli & Jimmy's Background 5:36 Exploring The Wrapper Miami 6:28 Divide & Conquer: Roles in The Wrapper Miami 7:20 Chef Jimmy's Culinary Upbringing 9:19 Origins of Chef Jimmy's Recipes and Influences 10:48 From Idea to Reality: The Wrapper's Journey 14:04 Negotiating Business Prices in Miami 1...

    53 min
  6. Ep.33 Lifestyle of the Rich & Famous (w/Guest Jeremy & Sarah)

    12/11/2023

    Ep.33 Lifestyle of the Rich & Famous (w/Guest Jeremy & Sarah)

    Adrian & Ed invite Jeremy & Sarah to talk about Working in the Hamptons and Shelter Island during the Summer Season. Topics bellow. Chapters: 0:00 Ed's Intro 1:38 Show Intro & Synopsis 02:05 Jeremy & Sarah's Service Background 04:00 Working in the Hamptons: Advantages and Opportunities 05:48 Hamptons Seasons: Start and End Dates Revealed 06:27 Exploring Restaurant Pop-Ups in the Hamptons 07:11 The Fancy Side of the Hamptons and the Enchantment of Shelter Island 09:32 Employme...

    1 hr
  7. Ep.32 DJ's In Restaurants (w/Guest Ziv & Valen G)

    12/04/2023

    Ep.32 DJ's In Restaurants (w/Guest Ziv & Valen G)

    Adrian & Ed invite DJ's: Ziv & Valen G to talk about DJ's and music in the restaurant industry. Topics bellow. Chapters: 0:00 Ed's Intro 1:37 Show Intro & Synopsis 01:57 Ziv and Valen G's DJ Origins and Success Stories 14:16 What is the role of a DJ 19:15 Reasons Why a Restaurant Should Hire a DJ 23:36 How Music Influences The Guest Experience 28:56 Requesting Songs from a DJ 34:01 Why Transitioning from Club DJ to Restaurant DJ 36:33 The Significance of Diversifying Your DJ Musi...

    1h 20m
  8. Ep.31 How to get a table at a popular restaurant (w/Guest Ana Marcela)

    11/27/2023

    Ep.31 How to get a table at a popular restaurant (w/Guest Ana Marcela)

    Adrian, Ed, and guest Ana Marcela talk about the many ways to get a table at a popular restaurant, and mention some pros and cons to each approach. Topics: Ana Marcela's Industry Origins Walking into a Restaurant: Pros and Cons Online Reservations: Pros and Cons Phone Reservations: Pros and Cons Reservation with Server or Staff Member: Pros and Cons Reservation with a Manager or Owner: Pros and Cons Reservation with a Concierge or Promoter: Pros and Cons Members Only Concierge Apps: Pros an...

    1h 3m
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    About

    A love/hate relationship between two food and beverage mercenaries with over 20 years of combined experience. We talk about the real, raw, and sometimes misunderstood aspects of dining and working in the restaurant industry.

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    • Creator
      Adrian & Ed
    • Years Active
      2022 - 2025
    • Episodes
      40
    • Rating
      Explicit
    • Copyright
      © 2025 FancyBreadMiami
    • Show Website
      FancyBreadMiami

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