All in the Industry
by Shari Bayer
All in the Industry is an award-winning podcast founded in 2014 by host and producer Shari Bayer of NYC-based Bayer Public Relations, focusing on behind-the-scenes talent in hospitality. On each episode, Shari invites experienced culinary, hospitality and restaurant professionals across the globe to share their story, engaging in inspiring conversations about their careers and our dynamic hospitality industry. Shari also tips off each episode with a PR tip, features a speed round, industry news discussions, and her signature solo dining experiences. In addition, Shari covers premier culinary and hospitality events, festivals and conferences worldwide as part of her exclusive ‘On the Road’ series. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for being a part of All in the Industry®!
Episodes
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Rick Bayless, Frontera Grill; Topolobampo; Chicago
Today on our episode #446 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer's guest is Rick Bayless, an award-winning chef, restaurateur, author, TV personality, environmental advocate, and philanthropist, who most people know from winning the inaugural season of Bravo’s Top Chef Masters with his authentic...
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Maksut Askar, Neolokal, Istanbul, Turkey
Today on our episode #445 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer's guest is Maksut Aşkar, a Turkish chef and restaurateur with several restaurant concepts, including Neolokal, a one Michelin star and Green star restaurant, which has also earned 3 Knives from The Best Chef Awards, located within the...
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"On the Road" at the 2026 James Beard Restaurant & Chef Awards, Chicago
Today on our episode #444 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show from the 2026 James Beard Restaurant & Chef Awards, which took place on Monday, June 15, 2026 at the Lyric Opera of Chicago in Chicago, IL. This was Shari's 6th year covering the awards on the red…
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Tássia Magalhães and Danyel Steinle, Nelita, São Paulo, Brazil
Today on our episode #443 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer's guests are wife and husband team, chef Tássia Magalhães and sommelier Danyel Steinle of Nelita in São Paulo, Brazil, a fine dining restaurant which opened in 2021; as well as Lita, their wine bar which opened in 2025 with more than…
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"On the Road" at the 2026 James Beard Media Awards, Chicago
Today on our episode #442 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show on the 2026 James Beard Media Awards, which took place in Chicago on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at The Art Institute of Chicago, which was the first time the Awards were held at this venue. The Awards…
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Manu Buffara, Restaurante Manu, Curitiba, Brazil
Today on our episode #441 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer's guest is Manoella "Manu" Buffara, Chef & Owner of Restaurante Manu in Curitiba, Brazil, which features a tasting menu inspired by Manu's story, staff and suppliers. Dedicated to a farm-to-table approach and fresh products concept…
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"On the Road" at North America's 50 Best Restaurants 2026, New Orleans
Today on our episode #440 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show on North America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026, sponsored by S. Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, which took place on May 28, 2026 at the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel in New Orleans. This was the second edition of…
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"On the Road" at SOBEWFF 2026; Bobby Flay, Michael Symon, Scott Conant, Lee Schrager, Timon Balloo, Michelle Bernstein, and Zac Young
Today on our episode #439 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show on South Beach Wine & Food Festival® (SOBEWFF), celebrating its 25th Anniversary! The festival took from February 19-22, 2026, in South Beach, Miami, FL, and Shari was thrilled to return for its big...
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Matt Orlando, ESSE, Copenhagen
Today on our episode #438 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer's guest is Matt Orlando, chef and owner of ESSE in Copenhagen, Denmark, his latest restaurant focusing on Regenerative Organic practices in farming as its starting point. Shari was thrilled to be on location at ESSE in early February…
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"On the Road" at CONVERGENCE, Copenhagen, Denmark; Neil Perry, Margaret; Rasmus Munk, Alchemist
Today on our episode #437 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show on CONVERGENCE, a five-day global event that took place from January 29 - February 2, 2026 in Copenhagen, Denmark, hosted by Alchemist, featuring over 60 of the world’s best chefs, coming together for a...
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"On the Road" at Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants 2025; Jaime Rodriguez, Celele; Juan Luis Martínez, Mérito; Rodolfo Guzman, Borago; David Castro Hussong, Fauna; Tassia Magalhães, Nelita; Álvaro Clavijo, El Chato
Today on our episode #436 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show from Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025, which took place in Antigua, Guatemala on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. This was the 13th edition of this list which launched in 2013 to celebrate gastronomy...
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"On the Road" at Ein Prosit 2025, Udine, Italy; Norbert Niederkofler and Mauro Siega, Atelier Moessmer Norbert Niederkofler
Today on our episode #435 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show, which is the last part of our three episode series on Ein Prosit 2025, an extraordinary multi-day event that took place from October 15-20, 2025 in Udine, Italy, featuring some of the greatest Italian…
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"On the Road" at Ein Prosit 2025, Udine, Italy; Eric Robertson and Diego Rossi
Today on our episode #434 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show, which is part of our three episode series on Ein Prosit 2025, an extraordinary multi-day event that took place from October 15-20, 2025 in Udine, Italy, featuring some of the greatest Italian &…
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"On the Road" at Ein Prosit 2025, Udine, Italy; Willem Hiele and Mattia Agazzi
Today on our episode #433 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show, which is part of our three episode series on Ein Prosit 2025, an extraordinary multi-day event that took place from October 15-20, 2025 in Udine, Italy, featuring some of the greatest Italian &…
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"On the Road" at Revelry Las Vegas & North America's 50 Best Restaurants 2025 - The Icons Dinner
Today on our episode #432 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show, which is part of our 6 episode series on Revelry Las Vegas 2025 and the inaugural North America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025, which we recorded live at the Sirius XM Studios at Wynn Las Vegas in Las…
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"On the Road" at Revelry Las Vegas & North America's 50 Best Restaurants 2025 - Revelry All-Star Chefs Dinner
Today on our episode #431 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show, which is part of our 6 episode series on Revelry Las Vegas 2025 and the inaugural North America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025, which we recorded live at the Sirius XM Studios at Wynn Las Vegas in Las…
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"On the Road" at Revelry Las Vegas & North America's 50 Best Restaurants 2025 - Awards Ceremony
Today on our episode #430 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show, which is part of our 6 episode series on Revelry Las Vegas 2025 and the inaugural North America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025, which we recorded live at the Sirius XM Studios at Wynn Las Vegas in Las…
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"On the Road" at Revelry Las Vegas & North America's 50 Best Restaurants 2025 - From Farm to Knife
Today on our episode #429 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show, which is part of our 6 episode series on Revelry Las Vegas 2025 and the inaugural North America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025, which we recorded live at the Sirius XM Studios at Wynn Las Vegas in Las…
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"On the Road" at Revelry Las Vegas & North America's 50 Best Restaurants 2025 - Academy Chairs
Today on our episode #428 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show, which is part of our 6 episode series on Revelry Las Vegas 2025 and the inaugural North America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025, which we recorded live at the Sirius XM Studios at Wynn Las Vegas in Las…
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"On the Road" at Revelry Las Vegas & North America's 50 Best Restaurants 2025 - A Twist of Plates
Today on our episode #427 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show, which is part of our 6 episode series on Revelry Las Vegas 2025 and the inaugural North America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025, which we recorded live at the Sirius XM Studios at Wynn Las Vegas in Las…
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Vasco Coelho Santos, Euskalduna Studio, Porto; José Avillez, Belcanto, Lisbon, Portugal
Today on our episode #426 of All in the Industry, we take you to Portugal! Shari Bayer's first guest is Vasco Coelho Santos of Euskalduna Group in Porto, Portugal, one of Portugal’s most respected and forward-looking chefs. Vasco’s professional journey began in Lisbon, & includes time in Spain...
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"On the Road" at The Best Chef Awards 2025, Milan, Italy; Riccardo Camanini, Lido 84, Gardone Riviera, Italy; Santiago Lastra, KOL, London, UK; Maksut Askar, Neolokal, Istanbul, Turkey
Today on our episode #425 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show from The Best Chef Awards 2025, which took place in Milan, Italy on October 2, 2025. The Top 3 honors: #1 Rasmus Munk, Alchemist, Copenhagen, Denmark; #2 Ana Ros, Hisa Franko, Kobarid, Slovenia; #3...
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Johannes Richter, The LivingRoom at Summerhill Guest Estate, Durban; Peter Templehoff, FYN; and Kieran Whyte, Curate at Ellerman House, Cape Town, South Africa
Today on our episode #424 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special show with leading chefs from South Africa, who she visited at their wonderful restaurants and properties in Durban and Cape Town earlier this year on a once in a lifetime trip. Shari's guests are: Johannes Richter, chef…
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Paolo Montanaro, Tartuflanghe, Alba, Italy
Today on our episode #423 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer's guest is Paolo Montanaro of Tartuflanghe, a family-owned truffle company founded in 1950 in Alba, Italy, by Giuseppe “Beppe” Montanaro; known for its truffle production and gourmet specialties. Beppe was driven by a passion for the...
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"On the Road" at The Best Pizza Awards 2025, Milan, Italy; Vaughan Mabee, Amisfield Restaurant, Queenstown, NZ; Yuichi Ito, Crosta Pizzeria, Makati, Philippines
Today on our episode #422 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show from The Best Pizza Awards 2025, which took place in Milan, Italy on June 25, 2025. This 3rd edition brought the global pizza community together for an immersive celebration of pizza’s tradition,...
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Jorge Vallejo, Quintonil, Mexico City
Today on our episode #421 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer's guest is Jorge Vallejo, chef and owner of Quintonil in Mexico City, a 2 Michelin star restaurant, which is currently ranked #3 on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025. Jorge opened Quintonil in 2012 along with his wife Alejandra…
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Drew Nieporent, I'm Not Trying to Be Difficult
Today on our episode #420 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer is on location in Lower Manhattan at Nobu Downtown with her guest, Drew Nieporent, one of the most influential figures in modern American dining, known for shaping the trajectory of New York’s restaurant scene over the last four…
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"On the Road" at The World's 50 Best Restaurants 2025, Turin, Italy
Today on our episode #419 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show from The World's 50 Best Restaurants 2025, which took place in Turin, Italy on June 19, 2025. Big congratulations to Mitsuharu “Micha” Tsumura & his team at Maido in Lima, Peru, which was named the #1...
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"On the Road" at the 2025 James Beard Awards, Chicago
Today on our episode #418 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show from the 2025 James Beard Restaurant & Chef Awards, which took place on Monday, June 16, 2025 at the Lyric Opera of Chicago in Chicago, IL. This was Shari's 5th year covering the awards on the red…
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Ellia Park and Junghyun “JP” Park, NA:EUN Hospitality (Atomix, Atoboy, NARO, Seoul Salon), NYC
Today on our episode #417 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer's guests are Ellia Park & Chef Junghyun “JP” Park, wife & husband team, originally from Seoul, South Korea, who co-founded the acclaimed NYC-based restaurant group, Na:eun Hospitality, which includes Atomix, a two Michelin star…
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Nick Curtin, Alouette, Copenhagen
Today on our episode #416 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer's guest is Nick Curtin, Chef & Owner of Alouette in Copenhagen, Denmark, a one Michelin-star and Green Star fine dining restaurant rooted in full-circle sustainability, offering a tasting menu journey through Denmark’s rich culinary...
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"On the Road" at Lengua Conference 2025, Miami - Nidal Barake, Elad Zvi, and Ryan King
Today on our episode #415 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show from Lengua Conference 2025, which took place April 9-10, 2025, in Miami, Florida at The Hub Miami, a collaborative event space, featuring two full days of inspiring talks about the future of the food...
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Pichaya 'Pam' Soontornyanakij, Potong, Bangkok
Today on our episode #414 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer's guest is Pichaya 'Pam' Soontornyanakij, chef/owner of Potong restaurant in Bangkok, Thailand. Pam is an inspirational Thai chef, who has become an international culinary figure, and is serving up progressive, stimulating cuisine in a...
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"On the Road" at the Women in Hospitality Leadership Conference 2025, Las Vegas
Today on our episode #413 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show from the Women in Hospitality Leadership Conference 2025 presented by MAPP & the Women's Hospitality Initiative (WHI), which took place on March 30 & 31, 2025 at the Wynn Las Vegas. It was an inspiring...
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"On the Road" at Ojai Food + Wine 2025, Ojai, CA; William Bradley, Addison by William Bradley; and Nancy Silverton, Mozza Restaurant Group
Today on our episode #412 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show from Ojai Food + Wine 2025, presented by Food & Wine, California's premier epicurean weekend, which took place at the beautiful Ojai Valley Inn in Ojai, CA from March 13-16, 2025. Curated by Ojai Valley...
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Bo Bech, Restaurant Bobe, Copenhagen
Today on our episode #411 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer's guest is Bo Bech, a Danish chef and restaurateur whose restaurant Bobe opened in late 2023 in an attractive townhouse in a cobbled city center square in Copenhagen. Shari visited shortly after its opening on her travels, and sat down...
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Rick Smilow and Lachlan Sands, Institute of Culinary Education (ICE)
Today on our episode #410 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer's guests are Rick Smilow, Chairman & CEO of the Institute of Culinary Education (ICE), and Lachlan Sands, President of the Institute of Culinary Education’s LA Campus. ICE, which the school is often referred to for short, is one of the...
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"On the Road" at MENA's 50 Best Restaurants 2025, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Today on our episode #409 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show from MENA’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025, which took place in Abu Dhabi, UAE on January 28th, 2025. This was the fourth edition of the Middle East & North Africa's 50 Best Restaurants awards, sponsored by…
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Gary He
Today on our episode #408 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer's guest is Gary He, a James Beard Award-winning photographer and writer based in Brooklyn, NY. Gary's style of on-the-ground visuals-driven storytelling has been published in The New York Times, Bloomberg, Bon Appetit, Eater, and…
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Michelle Bernstein; SOBEWFF 2025
Today on our episode #407 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer's guest is Michelle Bernstein, a James Beard award-winning chef and restaurateur who was born and raised in Miami of Jewish and Latinx descent. Michelle is fixture in the culinary world — both in restaurant kitchens and in the media...
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Andy Wang
Today on our episode #406 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer's guest is Andy Wang, a Los Angeles-based journalist, who focuses on restaurants, bars, dining and nightlife. Andy has written for many top publications, including the Observer, Food & Wine, Robb Report and Los Angeles Magazine. His…
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"On the Road" at Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants 2024, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Today on our episode #405 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show from Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024, which took place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Tuesday, November 26th, 2024. This was the 12th edition of this list which launched in 2013 to celebrate...
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Kristian Baumann, Koan, Copenhagen
Today on our episode #404 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer's guest is Kristian Baumann, Korean-born Chef and Owner of Koan, a 2-Michelin star restaurant in Copenhagen, Denmark, where he grew up and has cemented his reputation as a key figure in New Nordic cuisine. Kristian is also the Chef and...
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"On the Road" at The Best Chef Awards 2024, Dubai, UAE
Today on our episode #403 of All in the Industry, our host & producer Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show from The Best Chef Awards 2024 (TBCA), which took place in Dubai, UAE, from November 4-6, 2024. This was the 8th annual awards & largest edition to date, powered by the Dubai...
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Tyler Akin, Bastia, Philadelphia
Welcome to All in the Industry hosted & produced by Shari Bayer on our new All in the Industry® platform. Since launching in 2014, our show has been dedicated to behind-the-scenes talent in hospitality. We've broadcast 401 episodes to date with our past guests, including Danny Meyer, Massimo...
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All in the Industry - Trailer
Welcome to the new All in the Industry hosted and produced by Shari Bayer. This show is dedicated to behind-the-scenes talent in the hospitality industry. Since initially launching in 2014, we have been covering our dynamic hospitality industry with 401 episodes to date. And now we're continuing...
About this show
All in the Industry is an award-winning podcast founded in 2014 by host and producer Shari Bayer of NYC-based Bayer Public Relations, focusing on behind-the-scenes talent in hospitality. On each episode, Shari invites experienced culinary, hospitality and restaurant professionals across the globe to share their story, engaging in inspiring conversations about their careers and our dynamic hospitality industry. Shari also tips off each episode with a PR tip, features a speed round, industry news discussions, and her signature solo dining experiences. In addition, Shari covers premier culinary and hospitality events, festivals and conferences worldwide as part of her exclusive ‘On the Road’ series. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for being a part of All in the Industry®!
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