California Pizza Kitchen’s Untold Story, Colorado Tiny Homes and Mexican Lagers

Mike opens the final hour of The Restaurant Show with World Cup predictions, Canadian wildfire stories and a custom six-pack of Mexican lagers from Colorado breweries. He then talks with Colorado Tiny Homes founder Jeff Samuelson about accessory dwelling units, downsizing, rental income, multigenerational housing and the growing demand for affordable homes across the Front Range. Mike also dives into The California Pizza Kitchen Story, exploring how two former federal prosecutors built a global restaurant brand and what private equity, rapid expansion and restaurant leadership can teach aspiring operators. Along the way, he shares streaming television recommendations, local restaurant events, Colorado Springs dining updates and details on upcoming Louie’s Pizza and Dickey’s Barbecue specials. The hour closes with more Taste of Douglas County news, travel plans and one final push for Argentina in the World Cup championship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.