The Seller Buyer Relationship with Stephan Manning, Director of Purchasing at True Food Kitchen

Topics:

- The benefits of sending samples with a personal touch vs samples in a standard cardboard box 

- What does the process for menu development look like, and what's the general buying cycle? 

- What is the timeline for reviewing and launching a seasonal menu item? 

- When a brand/supplier has made it to the menu, how can they support the partnership?

- BONUS: If Stephan could show up in any country outside the US and have dinner, where would he go?