219. From Chef to Owner with Jeff Cincotta

Send us Fan MailThis week, Jeremy and Denise chat with Jeff Cincotta, Chef Owner of Molinari's Italian Eatery & Pizzeria and Ravello Italian Kitchen in Watertown, Massachusetts. Prior to opening Molinari nine years ago, Jeff spent his career as an executive chef at private clubs. He was ready for a change and opened Molinari. We dive into his background and transitioning to ownership and talk about the culinary creativity he brings to the business. Molinari uses local seasonal ingredients. Jeff talks about his approach to local and shares some of his menu creations. Don’t miss the end when Jeff shares tips and motivation for fellow operators. Show Notes:  Jeremy and Denise highlight Pizza Today’s Pizzeria of the Year, Camporosso in Ft. Mitchell, Kentucky. Read the full story. Check your Email for the 2024 Pizzeria Operator Survey. Learn more about the survey get a link to the survey.  Check out the recent Pizza of the Week and how your pizza special can be considered at https://pizzatoday.com/topics/people-pizzerias/pizza-of-the-week-boxcar-pizza-portland-oregon/