Ep.70 Phone Eats Last at Kojin 2.0 | Chef Pedro Mederos on Miami Dining

In this episode, Adrian and Ed step out of the studio and into Kojin 2.0 (@kojinmiami) for a real, unfiltered conversation with Chef Pedro Mederos (@petemederos).This series is about being present—no distractions, no filters—just food, conversation, and what actually matters when you sit down at a table.We talk about:* The idea behind “phone eats last”* How Kojin 1.0 evolved into 2.0* The reality of the Miami restaurant scene* Guest behavior, expectations, and the truth about dining culture* Why one bad experience can define a restaurant* How Kojin breaks the rules on tasting menus and structure* The role of Michelin, chefs, and specialists* Leadership, time management, and what really drives a chefThis isn’t just about food—it’s about understanding the industry from the inside, while sitting in it.🎯 Learn more about Kojin 2.0 and book your reservation:https://www.kojin2.com📸 Instagram: @kojinmiami @petemederos⸻⏱ Chapters0:00 Show Start0:33 About Chef Pedro Mederos0:45 Phone Eats Last1:10 How Google Describes Kojin 2.01:58 Our Pitch of Kojin 2.04:59 How Ed Feels About Chef Pedro’s Food6:15 Kojin’s 6 Inch Rule and Beyond7:05 Ed’s Wine Journey and Perspective8:16 What Miami Diners Need to Know About Supporting Your Favorites10:51 The Miami Restaurant Craze12:34 Miami Diners and Their Culinary IQ17:53 Kojin 1.0 vs 2.019:10 Lies We Tell as Guests20:22 Restaurants Are Allowed To…22:10 What Industry We’re In and Stigmas24:10 How a Bad Experience Can Kill a Restaurant27:05 How Kojin Breaks the Rules on Tasting Menus and Courses28:50 How to Make Guests Behave33:40 Allergies at Kojin 2.035:20 Dislikes About the Miami Food Scene39:08 Chef and the Specialist (Miami Scene)43:24 Kojin 2.0 vs 1.044:12 Kojin 2.0 and the Michelin Guide46:23 The Kojin Team and How to Boss51:00 What Inspires Chef Pedro Mederos54:43 What’s Scary for Chef58:26 How Does Chef Manage His Time1:04:30 Adrian’s Closer⸻🎙 About FancyBreadFancyBread (formerly FancyBreadMiami) is about the real, raw, and sometimes misunderstood aspects of restaurant life. Hosted by two food & beverage professionals with over 20 years of combined experience, we talk about what it’s really like working in hospitality—honesty, humor, and heart.Our mission: To Educate, Entertain, Inspire, and Connect.⸻🌐 Website:https://www.fancybreadmiami.com🎧 Audio Podcast:https://fancybreadmiami.buzzsprout.com👉🍞💼 Business Inquiries:[email protected]⸻💬 Question for you:When you dine out, are you fully present—or is your phone part of the experience?👍 Like, comment, share, and subscribe for weekly episodes about restaurant life, hospitality, and real conversations.⸻#FancyBreadMiami #RestaurantLife #HospitalityPodcastSend us Fan Mail