Savoring Success: Cathy Howell's Culinary Tale in Sault Ste. Marie

Curious how someone with no management experience took over a family-owned bar and turned it into a successful restaurant? In this episode of Total Michigan, Cliff DuVernois sits down with Cathy Howell, the owner of The Wicked Sister in Sault Ste. Marie, to discuss her journey from waiting tables to owning a bustling restaurant. Cathy shares the challenges she faced, the strategies she implemented, and the importance of community in her business. Key topics include:Cathy's background and initial lack of management experienceThe evolution of The Wicked Sister's menu and the decision to add a kitchenThe restaurant's focus on community engagement and developing a loyal local customer base.Links:Subscribe to our Email Newsletter: https://totalmichigan.com/join/Find us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/totalmichiganWatch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@totalmichiganShow Notes:00:00 Starting with No Experience00:23 Welcome to Total Michigan00:50 Meet Cathy Howell00:59 Cathy's Early Life and Career02:19 Falling in Love with the Restaurant Business03:06 The Birth of the Wicked Sister04:42 Building a Successful Restaurant06:58 Creating a Unique Menu12:39 Hiring a Chef and Growing the Business18:39 Focusing on Local Customers20:36 Community Involvement and Events23:09 Signature Dishes and Final ThoughtsMentioned in this episode:NWF AdVisit Our Sponsor: The National Wildlife Federation Great Lakes Chapter is working hard to protect what Michiganders love and that is our great outdoors. Learn more about threats facing all Michiganders and what the NWF is fighting for at https://nwf.org/greatlakes