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Journalist Kate Sullivan transports you to restaurants around the country to hear the diverse stories of entrepreneurs, creatives, innovators and change-agents at their favorite restaurant. The show is a celebration of people who have taken an idea from ”inspiration to execution” through their own imagination and hard work and are now using their success to help others and ultimately change the world. It’s also a celebration of food and the place it holds in our life stories. Despite different races, religions, and beliefs, sitting down to a delicious meal over fascinating conversation can often get to the heart of what life is all about.
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    • Society & Culture
    • 4.9 • 42 Ratings

Journalist Kate Sullivan transports you to restaurants around the country to hear the diverse stories of entrepreneurs, creatives, innovators and change-agents at their favorite restaurant. The show is a celebration of people who have taken an idea from ”inspiration to execution” through their own imagination and hard work and are now using their success to help others and ultimately change the world. It’s also a celebration of food and the place it holds in our life stories. Despite different races, religions, and beliefs, sitting down to a delicious meal over fascinating conversation can often get to the heart of what life is all about.
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    Francesca Harper

    Francesca Harper

    Francesca Harper is the Artistic Director of Ailey II of the Alvin Ailey School of Dance. As part of the company’s new era, she is leading Ailey II on the first international tour since the shutdown, guest performances in Memoria during Ailey’s New York City Center session, and a 50th Anniversary US tour, culminating with a New York engagement in early 2024. 
    We discuss Francesca’s background, her love of dance, and the most important thing she teaches at Ailey II.
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    Official Website: ToDineForTV.com
    Facebook: Facebook.com/ToDineForTV
    Instagram: @ToDineForTV
    Twitter: @KateSullivanTV
    Email: ToDineForTV@gmail.com
     
    Thank You to our Sponsors!
    Mastercard
    American National Insurance
    Terlato Wine Group
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    Official Site: AlvinAiley.org
    Facebook: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
    Instagram: @HarperFrancesca
    Twitter: @FHProject

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    • 36 min
    John Georges

    John Georges

    John Georges is a native Trinidadian and the former Master Distiller for the House of Angostura. John was educated at the University of the West Indies, where he graduated with a B.S.C. in Chemical Engineering. He joined the House of Angostura in 1982 and has worked in many different roles in the production of fine rum.
    John worked in the distillery and aging departments, the packaging departments, and the company-wide capital projects. He is now semi-retired but continues to be a storyteller for Angostura.
    Follow To Dine For:
    Official Website: ToDineForTV.com
    Facebook: Facebook.com/ToDineForTV
    Instagram: @ToDineForTV
    Twitter: @KateSullivanTV
    Email: ToDineForTV@gmail.com
     
    Thank You to our Sponsors!
    Mastercard
    American National Insurance
    Terlato Wine Group
    Follow Our Guest:
    Official Site: Angostura.com
    Instagram: @AngosturaHouse
    Twitter: @AngosturaHouse

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    • 39 min
    Happy Thanksgiving and Kate Tells a Crazy Story

    Happy Thanksgiving and Kate Tells a Crazy Story

    Happy Thanksgiving! Kate talks about a recent experience she had, and how she prioritizes her gratitude.
     
    Follow To Dine For:
    Official Website: ToDineForTV.com
    Facebook: Facebook.com/ToDineForTV
    Instagram: @ToDineForTV
    Twitter: @KateSullivanTV
    Email: ToDineForTV@gmail.com
     
    Thank You to our Sponsors!
    Mastercard
    American National Insurance
    Terlato Wine Group

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    • 11 min
    Jonathan Neman

    Jonathan Neman

    Jonathan Neman is the co-founder and CEO of Sweetgreen, a mission-driven restaurant brand that serves healthy food at scale. Translation: some truly incredible salads. Jonathan and his co-founders started Sweetgreen in 2007, opening their first location in Georgetown just three months out of college. There vision was to be everywhere, like a healthy fast food restaurant.
    Since then, Jonathan has been named to Fast Company’s 50 Most Innovative Companies, Inc.’s 30 Under 30, Forbes’ 30 Under 30, and Food & Wine’s 40 Big Food Thinkers 40 and Under. 
    Follow To Dine For:
    Official Website: ToDineForTV.com
    Facebook: Facebook.com/ToDineForTV
    Instagram: @ToDineForTV
    Twitter: @KateSullivanTV
    Email: ToDineForTV@gmail.com
     
    Thank You to our Sponsors!
    Mastercard
    American National Insurance
    Terlato Wine Group 
    Lavazza

    Follow Our Guest:
    Official Site: Sweetgreen.com
    Twitter: @JonnyNemo


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    • 31 min
    Andy Dunn

    Andy Dunn

    Andy Dunn is the co-founder of Bonobos, and the author of the book Burn Rate: Launching a Startup and Losing My Mind. Dunn was diagnosed with bipolar disorder after a manic incident in college, but hid it while breaking into the world of startups and scaling the company. 
    Andy discusses his journey, dealing with mental health issues, taking accountability for yourself and your actions, and his advice for founders looking for funding.
    Follow To Dine For:
    Official Website: ToDineForTV.com
    Facebook: Facebook.com/ToDineForTV
    Instagram: @ToDineForTV
    Twitter: @KateSullivanTV
    Email: ToDineForTV@gmail.com
     
    Thank You to our Sponsors!
    Mastercard
    American National Insurance
    Terlato Wine Group 
    Lavazza
    Follow Our Guest:
    Official Site: AndyDunn.com
    Twitter: @Dunn


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    • 53 min
    Simon Sinek

    Simon Sinek

    Simon Sinek is an author, speaker, and thought leader whose groundbreaking book Start WIth Why, as well as his popular TED Talk, changed the game for anyone looking to find a path that feels most aligned with who they are. His TED Talk is one of the three most watched TED Talks of all time, and he’s helped countless people find their purpose and their why, and implement them to have a more successful and fulfilling life.
    Simon joins me at a Los Angeles eatery called Kismet, run by two female chefs, to discuss Simon’s life and career over some outstanding food.
    Follow To Dine For:
    Official Website: ToDineForTV.com
    Facebook: Facebook.com/ToDineForTV
    Instagram: @ToDineForTV
    Twitter: @KateSullivanTV
    Email: ToDineForTV@gmail.com
     
    Thank You to our Sponsors!
    Mastercard
    American National Insurance
    Terlato Wine Group 
    Lavazza

    Follow Our Guest:
    Official Site: SimonSinek.com
    Facebook: Simon Sinek
    Instagram: @SimonSinek
    Twitter: @SimonSinek
    Follow The Restaurant:
    Official Website: KismetLA.com
    Instagram: @KismetLosAngeles


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    • 28 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
42 Ratings

42 Ratings

LoChicago17 ,

Loved 2023 resolutions show - brilliant! Wishing you great SUCCESS in the new year!

Kate - LOVED the teaser!! So excited for To Dine For in this new medium! Thank you for bringing us the stories of passion and dreams that will fuel is through this tough times!!

Peter 852460063 ,

The Best of Where we all Started!

Someone comes up with an idea, and where they go from there!
I deliver flowers and decide to capture some of my adventures.
I posted on Google maps my first million views was a thrill!
Now I am so close to 20 million views
Restaurants and other stores capturing what I see as what fascinated me!
I seen Kate Anderson show on PBS and this intrigued me!

Kstar777 ,

I love the show!

Every episode is wonderful! From the guests, to Kate (of course), and all the restaurants featured; this show is exceptional! One of my new favorite shows!!😊

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