Dina Mitchell on Building the World's First Certified Gluten-Free Fast-Casual Restaurant

In this episode of Gluten-Free Unwrapped, host Jenny Finke interviews Dina Mitchell, the founder of Power Soul Cafe, the world's first certified gluten-free fast food restaurant chain.Dina shares her extensive background in the food industry, her journey to create a safe dining experience for those with celiac disease and other dietary restrictions, and the challenges she faces in the gluten-free market.The conversation delves into the importance of certification, the unique offerings on the menu, and Dina's passion for educating others about gluten-free options. As she discusses her business model and plans for expansion, it becomes clear that Dina is driven by a mission to provide safe, delicious food for everyone.Connect with Dina and Power Soul CafeWebsite: powersoulcafe.comInstagram: @powersoulcafeFacebook: @PowerSoulCafeDina Mitchell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dinamitchell/Connect with Jenny Finke (host)Order a Love Me Gluten Free subscription box at lovemeglutenfree.comFollow Love Me Gluten Free on Instagram (@lovemeglutenfree) or Facebook (@lovemeglutenfreebox).Follow Jenny's founder content on Instagram at @goodforyouglutenfree and subscribe to her newsletter at welcome.goodforyouglutenfree.com.Connect with Jenny on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferfinke/Chapters00:00 Introduction to Power Soul Cafe00:59 Dina's Culinary Journey04:54 The Vision Behind Power Soul Cafe13:50 Challenges in Gluten-Free Dining22:02 Understanding Gluten-Free Certification29:53 Menu Highlights and Ingredients39:14 The Evolution of Dining Habits43:03 Scaling the Business: Growth Plans and Strategies48:31 Passion-Driven Entrepreneurship: The Heart of Power Soul Cafe50:40 Celebrity Encounters and Community Engagement54:40 Balancing Work and Life: The Entrepreneur's Journey59:40 Future Aspirations: Expanding Beyond Las Vegas