Episode 570 - Allen Lin of Fortune 8

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On today's edition of the podcast, Eric is joined by Allen Lin of Fortune 8. Allen speaks with Eric about what led him to pursue a career in food, going from grad school to opening a restaurant in Hong Kong, what brought him back to America, coming to Houston, diving into business models, coming up with the Fortune 8 concept, focus on consistency, kitchen automation, how things are going so far, how they've adapted since opening, possible expansion plans, and more. Got a question for Eric? Email him at [email protected]. Follow Eric on Instagram @ericsandler and check out some of Eric's latest articles online at Culturemap.com: Introducing CultureMap Houston's New Advice Column for Navigating Life 11 Eateries Participating in Houston Restaurant Weeks for the First Time Dallas-Based Restaurant Group Brings Greek Cuisine to Familiar Uptown Space Houston's Racing Simulator Lounge Adds Speakeasy-Style Cocktail Bar Chef Austin Simmons Dishes on his Newly-Opened Woodlands Restaurant

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