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PODCAST #387: BIRDCALL

December 17, 2023 Jose Acevedo

Bird Call, focusing on providing high-quality ingredients at an affordable price, showcases his dedication to redefining the dining landscape with new locations here in the valley! With a strong emphasis on community-centric restaurants, we chat with Peter Newlin the Chief Experience Officer at Birdcall.

In this episode, you will be able to:

  • Unlock the secret to creating transformative dining experiences.

  • Discover the impact of COVID-19 on the hospitality industry.

  • Explore the innovative concept development in the hospitality industry.

  • Learn the art of incorporating technology into the dining experience.

  • Understand the importance of employee experience in the restaurant industry.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:02:47 - Early Start in Hospitality
00:05:01 - Mission of Bird Call
00:08:53 - Family Influence
00:13:26 - Concepting Restaurants
00:14:59 - Importance of Hospitality Projects
00:15:37 - Creating a Unique Dining Experience
00:20:33 - Adapting to the Pandemic
00:22:47 - Community Support during COVID
00:27:10 - Building Custom Technology
00:29:24 - The Evolution of Bird Call
00:30:53 - Building Technology for Better Guest Experience
00:32:55 - The Magic of Integrated Technology
00:34:11 - The Power of Details
00:36:15 - Bird Call's Expansion to Arizona

WEBSITE: https://www.eatbirdcall.com/ 

INSTAGRAM:  http://www.instagram.com/eat.birdcall 

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/eat.birdcall/ 

SUPPORT:

If you love this episode, please share it with someone you know will also enjoy it! Not for us, but for our guests, leave a review on iTunes. While you are listening, post a screenshot on social media and make sure to tag @FindingArizonaPodcast so we can thank you! 

Leave us a five star review!  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-arizona-podcast/id969100902?mt=2  

Want to be a guest or a sponsor of the show? Send us a message on the https://www.findingarizonapodcast.com/contact 

SPONSORS: 

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PODCAST #383: 18 DEGREES

November 18, 2023 Jose Acevedo
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18 Degrees in Scottsdale introduced a handful of new menu items and we turned on our mics and sat down with manager Matt Vecchio, the maestro behind the bar and grill! In this episode, dive into the secrets of crafting a vibrant atmosphere and a delectable made-from-scratch menu. From connecting with the hockey community to planning for future events, Matt shares the key moments that shaped 18 Degrees' success. Tune in, plan your visit, and savor the flavors of success at 18 Degrees!

Located in Ice Den Scottsdale 9375 E Bell Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260

WEBSITE: https://18-degrees.com/

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/18degreesscottsdale/

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/18degrees

FACEBOOK:  https://www.facebook.com/18degrees

The key moments in this episode are:

00:03:00 - Connecting with the Hockey Community 

00:05:00 - Layout and Atmosphere 

00:06:30 - Customer Experience 

00:13:02 - The importance of a scratch kitchen and fresh ingredients 

00:13:45 - Creating a new menu 

00:14:40 - Preparing for growth and future events 

00:15:38 - Lessons learned in Arizona 

00:16:28 - Contact information and reservations

SUPPORT:

If you love this episode, please share it with someone you know will also enjoy it! Not for us, but for our guests, leave a review on iTunes. While you are listening, post a screenshot on social media and make sure to tag @FindingArizonaPodcast so we can thank you! 

Leave us a five star review!  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-arizona-podcast/id969100902?mt=2  

Want to be a guest or a sponsor of the show? Send us a message on the https://www.findingarizonapodcast.com/contact 

SPONSORS: 

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PODCAST #360: OVER EASY

June 4, 2023 Jose Acevedo
 
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A perfect over easy egg is bright, pours all over the plate and good to the last drop. This Arizona restaurant is just the same! We sat down with Over Easy’s Corporate Executive Chef, Justin Woodard, as well as the Queen Creek Owner, Jeff Terpay, and learned about this breakfast staple in the valley. They wont turn over their hollandaise sauce recipe, but they did allow us to turn on our mics at their Chandler location for this can’t miss episode. Be sure to visit your nearest Over Easy, in person or at the following:

WEBSITE: https://eatatovereasy.com/ 

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/overeasyrestaurant/ 

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/eatatovereasy/ 

SUPPORT:

If you love this episode, please share it with someone you know will also enjoy it! Not for us, but for our guests, leave a review on iTunes. While you are listening, post a screenshot on social media and make sure to tag @FindingArizonaPodcast so we can thank you! 

Leave us a five star review!  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-arizona-podcast/id969100902?mt=2  

Want to be a guest or a sponsor of the show? Send us a message on the https://www.findingarizonapodcast.com/contact

SPONSORS: 

Join the KNOW Women’s Global Membership: all new members receive a bonus gift! 

https://theknowwomen.com/membership/ 

Tags RESTURANT, BREAKFAST, BRUNCH, OVER EASY
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PODCAST #269: KENNELLY CONCEPTS

January 9, 2021 Jose Acevedo
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Like everything, we have promoted before it’s the investors who see the long term in investing in the community. We chat with a local owner, John Kennelly, to understand the big picture of all his concepts and businesses. During the pandemic, he and his team have had to make significant changes to help one another and their community. Help keep local entrepreneurs like the Kennelly family stay alive by going the extra mile to the following: 

WEBSITE: https://kennellyconcepts.com/  

FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/10217210815288745 

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/kennellyconcepts/ 

PATREON:

Check out our bonus episode with this week’s guest we call our Fine Examination. We ask our guest of the week 50 rapid-fire questions only available to our Patreon Members. 

SUPPORT:

If you love this episode, please share it with someone you know will also enjoy it! Not for us, but for our guests, leave a review on iTunes. While you are listening, post a screenshot on social media and make sure to tag @FindingArizonaPodcast so we can thank you! 

Want to be a guest or a sponsor of the show? Send us a message on the https://www.findingarizonapodcast.com/contact

SPONSORS: 

Every Impression Counts | EIC.agency (https://eic.agency/) for more info

Tags KENNELLY CONCEPTS, TAPROOMS, RESTURANT
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