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EPISODE · Dec 7, 2025 · 23 MIN

Great Team Do Great Things

from Driven: Unscripted Success · host Michael Mannino Sr. & Nareman Hamdan

In this flavorful episode of Driven: Unscripted Success, Mike Mannino sits down with renowned chef and restaurateur Bruno Fonseca, the visionary behind Foreigner Restaurant and Bruno’s Oysters in Central Florida. Bruno shares the inspiring journey from growing up in Rio de Janeiro to becoming a leader in the fine dining world, known for an immersive, no-menu dining experience where chefs serve you directly at the counter. Discover how Bruno built his dream from pop-ups and plant shops, weathered the storm of COVID-19, and created something truly rare — a place where the love of food, people, and team come together nightly. He opens up about what really sets his restaurant apart, the importance of intentional service, and how building a strong team is at the heart of everything he does. Whether you're in hospitality, business, or simply love a good underdog story, this episode will leave you inspired.   -------------------------------------------------------- Be a Guest: Are you a successful Naples-area business owner, entrepreneur, or professional with insights to share? Apply to be a guest at Driven: Unscripted Success and share your expertise with a wide audience eager to learn about you.

In this flavorful episode of Driven: Unscripted Success, Mike Mannino sits down with renowned chef and restaurateur Bruno Fonseca, the visionary behind Foreigner Restaurant and Bruno’s Oysters in Central Florida. Bruno shares the inspiring journey from growing up in Rio de Janeiro to becoming a leader in the fine dining world, known for an immersive, no-menu dining experience where chefs serve you directly at the counter. Discover how Bruno built his dream from pop-ups and plant shops, weathered the storm of COVID-19, and created something truly rare — a place where the love of food, people, and team come together nightly. He opens up about what really sets his restaurant apart, the importance of intentional service, and how building a strong team is at the heart of everything he does. Whether you're in hospitality, business, or simply love a good underdog story, this episode will leave you inspired.   -------------------------------------------------------- Be a Guest: Are you a successful Naples-area business owner, entrepreneur, or professional with insights to share? Apply to be a guest at Driven: Unscripted Success and share your expertise with a wide audience eager to learn about you.

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