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Fast Casual Nation
by Foodable TV
Introducing a new era of what good food fast, really means. Join Paul Barron, author of the Chipotle Effect, the first book on Fast Casual as host of every episode. We explore this exciting new restaurant segment through exclusive interviews from top chefs, restaurateurs and other industry insiders. Giving you a close up look of the menus that are "Changing the way America eats".
Episodes
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Miami's American Harvest Cuts Food Costs with Seasonal Sourcing
On this episode of Fast Casual Nation, we talk to a concept that has quickly established itself as a loved brand in Miami. Consumers today are demanding much more from restaurants. They expect clean, locally sourced ingredients, quick service and affordable prices. While many restaurants try to...
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"Angeleno" Food Cart Brings Traditional LA Tacos to Philly
Los Angeles-native Vanessa Jerolmack has been making traditional Mexican tacos all her life, but it wasn't until she moved to Philadelphia that she thought to open up a shop dishing out the craveable bites. Now, on a lot on Baltimore Avenue, Taco Angeleno serves customers fully customizable…
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Buena Onda's Scratch Kitchen Stands Out in Fast Casual
Aside from earning the prestigious title of Iron Chef in 2009, Jose Garces has many other claims to fame such as his many restaurant brands in Philadelphia. Volvér, Distrito, and Amada are just a few of his successful concepts. But you don't have to pay an arm and a leg to get a taste of the…
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The Urban Farmhouse: Bringing the Farm to the City
Coming from a number of fast food chains, Kathleen Richardson knew a thing or two about the business, but she wanted to do something a little different. So she dove back into her hometown of Richmond, Virginia and opened a fast casual of her own, The Urban Farmhouse Market & Café. Founded in…
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Poké 305 Brings Hawaiian-Latin Fusion to Miami's Brickell
Poké 305 started as an idea by Founder Victoria Chediak. As a food blogger, Victoria was always in tune with food trends and was intrigued by the traditional Hawaiian dish, poké. Although poké has been gaining a lot of attention in the food world, Victoria noticed there weren't really any poké...
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Support Local at Brickell's American Harvest
Consumers today expect much more from restaurants. They demand clean ingredients that are locally sourced. They demand quick service at affordable prices. Many restaurants have tried to offer all of these things but not without sacrificing their margins. However, American Harvest Co. seems to…
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Clove Fills Mediterranean Gap in Fast Casual
Clove Mediterranean Kitchen was inspired by two partners with different experiences in the foodservice industry. Alex Revynthis has an extensive background in the food and beverage industry, most recently at Costa Coffee as their chief financial officer. Spiro Naos opened a number of Miami Subs...
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How Healthy Brand honeygrow Brings Touch Screens and Taste
As a part of the healthy fast-casual scene, honeygrow has already set itself apart from the crowd with its green menu. Founder Justin Rosenberg decided to make touch-screen ordering systems an integral part of his business plan, and the combination was a hit. With 15 restaurants in just four…
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Only Organic and Clean Ingredients at green2Go in California
Green2Go is a fast-casual concept started by two moms who were having a hard time finding healthy fast food that they felt was good enough to feed their children. After discussing their frustrations, Joulia Hantas-Kalah and Anita Allison decided they would open their own restaurant. Serving only...
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Fast Casual Nation: Best Of 2016
Fast Casual Nation acts as your guide as to what makes a successful fast casual concept. Always on the go, today's consumer is looking for high-quality meals — with just as much speed. This year, we got the chance to see some fast casuals that have found their groove within the segment. Here are...
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CAVA GRILL SHOWS OFF ITS CHOPS WITH TASTY LAMB MEATBALLS
The idea for Cava Grill stemmed from the full-service restaurant Cava Mezze, which was founded by three childhood friends aiming to provide high-quality Greek and Mediterranean cuisine to the modern consumer. Cava Grill, the fast-casual spinoff of Cava Mezze, has since exploded. Growing to over…
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All Bite, No Bark: Fast Casual Dog Haus to Expand With 300 New Locations
Recently attracting attention with its $500 million franchise agreement, Dog Haus is expecting huge growth in the next seven years. The hot dog chain has found success in taking an American favorite and building upon the nostalgia it brings. Founders Hagop Giragossian, Quasim Riaz, and André…
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Traditional German Döner Kebabs Become Modern American Fare at Spitfire
A few steps off Washington Avenue in Miami, Spitfire's Oliver Yasin Freuen and Co-owner Aaron Hyatt turn out a popular German street food known as the Döner Kebab. Freuen brought the idea over from northwestern Germany where he grew up surrounded by the traditionally Turkish flavors and Hyatt...
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Matt & Marie's Is Revitalizing the Classic Italian Sandwich
Marie Capp and Justin Saplosky met at the Wharton School of business, where one of their first conversations centered around their favorite sandwiches. Their passion for sandwiches and hospitality flourished into a catering business, and just a few weeks after graduating, the pair opened their...
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Cochon Butcher Serves Up the Whole Hog, From Southern Barbecue to Italian Salumi
What started as an attempt to bring Cajun Country inspired plates to New Orleans has grown into thriving sandwich shop, butcher shop, and wine bar Cochon Butcher. The idea to take an old-world, meat-market-esque concept into the fast casual sphere expanded from its owners', Donald Link and…
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Watermelon Used Year-Round Adds Zest to Spring Chicken
You'll find watermelon every season at Spring Chicken, the fast casual baby sister of successful South Beach and Vegas conceptYardbird. Created by the 50 Eggs Group and visionary restaurateur John Kunkel, it's no surprise that this restaurant has found quick success and already boasts a loyal…
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Two Boots Kicks Up Fast Casual Pizza With Quirky, Cajun Flair
The fast casual pizza sector has been taking a slice of the industry. With more than 80 unique, Chipotle-line-service-style concepts emerging in the business, how can a brand stand out? In this episode of "Fast Casual Nation," we visit Two Boots in Nashville and chat with the two big cheeses…
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Fast Casual Nation Vignette - EP46: Semites Puebla
The menu of Cemitas Puebla is just as rich and flavorful — and perhaps, a little crazy — as its story. "I had no money, I had no experience. Everything that I did, you should do the opposite to own and start a successful restaurant," owner Tony Anteliz says in this Fast Casual Nation vignette as…
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Fast Casual Nation Vignette - EP45: Uma Temakeria
Uma Temakeria, a fast-casual concept in New York City, specializes in hand-rolled sushi and responsible sourcing, and is known for introducing the first sushi burrito to the Big Apple. We explore the brand in this "Fast Casual Nation" vignette.
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Fast Casual Nation - EP44: Smashburger
Menu development has become one of the most important operational aspects for fast-casual restaurants. But between sourcing consistent ingredients on a scalable level and ensuring top-notch distributors, it takes time, effort, and experience to do so efficiently. So, we packed our bags for Denver...
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Fast Casual Nation - EP43: Marination Ma Kai
In this episode of "Fast Casual Nation," brought to you in part by Simplot Harvest Fresh Avocados, host Paul Barron heads to Seattle, joining Roz and Kamala to learn how Ma Kai is upscaling fast casual in terms of food, service and ambiance; how the pair overcame challenges of being early…
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Fast Casual Nation: The Best Footage of 2015
The fast-casual segment has become a force to be reckoned with in the restaurant space, and even more so in the past 12 months as more chefs merge into these concepts. Chef-driven fast casuals not only exude heightened flavor on menus but also frequently use carefully selected products and...
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Fast Casual Nation - EP42: Wildflower Bread Company
How does a brand withstand the test of time? Wildflower Bread Company may know best, considering its menu staple has had selling success for 19 years. Menu innovation makes or breaks the business, and in this episode of "Fast Casual Nation," brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, discover...
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Fast Casual Nation - EP41: Sliderz
With a flood of competition in the fast-casual space, especially when it comes to categories like the burger segment, innovation is key for success. But how does one stand out? For new fast-casual concept Sliderz, which recently opened units in South Florida, it's innovative touch points…
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Fast Casual Nation - EP40: Bun Mee
Ethnic fast-casual concepts have an advantage in today's market. Consumers are now, more than ever, willing to discover new foods and flavor combinations, especially ones that are travel-influenced. Also, niches within the ethnic category are less likely to be oversaturated on a market-by-market...
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Fast Casual Nation - EP39: Honey Butter Fried Chicken
Sometimes, the best ideas come to us serendipitously. Such was the case for Christine Cikowski and Joshua Kulp, the head honchos at Honey Butter Fried Chicken in Chicago and both chefs by trade. The two developed their fried chicken recipe over the years at their community dining club, Sunday...
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Fast Casual Nation - EP37: Blaze Pizza
In an open, warehouse-inspired space in South Florida, lives fast-casual pizza spot Blaze Pizza. But unlike other fast-casual pizza concepts we have covered on the show thus far, Blaze is franchise-based. In this episode of "Fast Casual Nation," we sit down with Adam Cummis, President, Blaze…
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Fast Casual Nation - EP36: &Pizza
Which fast-casual concept will be the next Chipotle? According to some industry insiders, including Foodable's own Paul Barron, it's somewhere in the fast-casual pizza category. In this episode of Fast Casual Nation, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, Barron visits &pizza in…
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Fast Casual Nation - EP35: Farm Burger
Millennial consumers on social media, according to Foodable Labs, are gobbling down fast casual "better burgers" at a rate of 3.2 burgers per month, 2.4 burgers per month by Gen Xers, and 1.7 burgers per month by Baby Boomers. The better burger business has been booming, but according to Foodable...
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Fast Casual Nation - EP34: Uncle Maddio's Pizza Joint
Fast-casual pizza is heating up fast beside the better-burger segment. With consumers' preference for customization, what was once known to be a traditional American staple is now more stylish and flexible than ever. In this episode of Fast Casual Nation brought to you by the Foodable WebTV...
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Fast Casual Nation - EP33: The Little Beet
We're back with another episode of Fast Casual Nation, and today we are in the Big Apple! In this episode, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, host Paul Barron explores The Little Beet, a good-for-you, fast farm-to-table concept located in Midtown Manhattan. We are joined by Operating...
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Fast Casual Nation - EP32: Burger Taco Whiskey
On this episode of Fast Casual Nation, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network and Avocados From Mexico, we are bringing you into Miami's new upscale casual concept, Burger Taco Whiskey. Created by 50 Eggs Restaurant Group, with John Kunkel of Lime Fresh Mexican Grill fame at the helm…
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Fast Casual Nation - EP31: Caffé Nero
On this episode of Fast Casual Nation, brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, Host Paul Barron explores Italian coffee company Caffé Nero, a brand that is upgrading the coffeehouse experience in America one location at a time. Caffé Nero's USA Director, Jay Gentile, joins us on this…
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Fast Casual Nation - EP30: Veggie Grill
In this episode of Fast Casual Nation brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network , host Paul Barron talks to Greg Dollarhyde, Chief Energizing Officer at Veggie Grill about this veggie centric fast casual concept. Veggie Grill caters to a range of consumers, who all want the same thing– great...
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Fast Casual Nation - EP29: Twisted Root
In this episode of Fast Casual Nation brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network , Host Paul Barron speaks with Jason Boso, owner of the Texas fast casual concept Twisted Root that was one of first "better burger" joints to pop up around 9 years ago. Started by two unlikely friends, the...
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Fast Casual Nation - EP28: Chop Shop
In this episode of Fast Casual Nation brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network , host Paul Barron takes a trip to one of Denver's premier chef-driven, fast casual restaurants. Owner Clint Wangsnes worked for high-end establishments, but longed for the intimate atmosphere found in fast casual...
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Fast Casual Nation - EP27: Craftsman & Wolves
In this episode of Fast Casual Nation brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we visit San Francisco's Craftsman & Wolves, the first ever pastry shop to appear on the show. Chef/partner, William Werner discusses the inspiration for this uniquely styled, chef-driven pastry concept and how...
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Fast Casual Nation - EP26: City Greens
In this episode of Fast Casual Nation brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we bring you to City Greens. Host Paul Barron sits down and talks with Abhi Bhansali, Co-founder of the health-conscious fast casual concept, about what influenced the development of the restaurant. The brand…
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Fast Casual Nation - EP25: Mendocino Farms
In this episode of Fast Casual Nation brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network , we bring you to Mendocino Farms, the LA fast casual known for their gourmet sandwiches. The growth potential in this market is massive– with Americans consuming on average 9.4 sandwiches per month. We speak to...
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Fast Casual Nation - EP24: Buns & Buns
In this episode of Fast Casual Nation brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network , we bring you to Buns & Buns a concept that is defying the fast casual model. Host Paul Barron speaks with Chef Reuven Sugarman about how this restaurant is providing fine dining inspired dishes but with fast...
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Fast Casual Nation - EP23: Tava
In this episode of Fast Casual Nation brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we bring you to Tava Indian Kitchen in San Francisco. Paul sits down with one of the founders of the concept, Hasnain Zaidi and the CEO, Jeremy Morgan as they discuss how the restaurant brings Indian cuisine to...
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Fast Casual Nation - EP22: District Donuts. Sliders. Brew.
In this episode of Fast Casual Nation brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we bring you to District Donuts. Sliders. Brew. in the resurrected city of New Orleans. We talk to the two owning partners, Chris Audler and Aaron Vogler about the Southern styled menu of approachable food. Watch...
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Fast Casual Nation - EP21: Greenleaf
In this episode of Fast Casual Nation brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, Paul sits down with the "Commander in leaf" and owner of Greenleaf Gourmet Chopshop. Greenleaf has become a fast casual success and has stayed ahead of the curve, by providing chef-inspired, locally sourced…
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Fast Casual Nation - EP20: Giraffas
In this episode of Fast Casual Nation brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we visit Giraffas, a Brazilian restaurant that has decided to conquer the fast casual segment in the US. Hector Rodriguez, a culinary trainer from Giraffas discusses what makes this restaurant different, than…
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Fast Casual Nation - EP19: Rubio's
In this episode of Fast Casual Nation brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we are by the coast at the Mexican fast casual success, Rubio's. With the founder Ralph Rubio, we take a closer look at some of Rubio's signature cuisine and learn how fish tacos were the initial inspiration of…
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Fast Casual Nation - EP18: My Ceviche
In this episode of Fast Casual Nation brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network. In this episode we visit Miami's own My Ceviche. A unique concept, especially within the fast casual segment, My Ceviche combines the culinary expertise of fine-dining chef Sam Gorenstein with the ease and...
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Fast Casual Nation - EP17: Tender Greens
In this episode of Fast Casual Nation brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we are in Los Angeles at Tender Greens, an elevated fast casual concept that brings farm fresh food to the forefront, with a chef-driven culinary edge. After seeing a gap in the market, Erik Oberholtzer, Matt…
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Fast Casual Nation - EP16: Roti Mediterranean Grill
In this episode of Fast Casual Nation brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we are at chef-driven fast casual Roti Mediterranean Grill in Chicago. Peter Nolan, Roti's Chief Brand Officer, joins host Paul Barron. Watch the full episode as we discover what the inspiration was behind…
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Fast Casual Nation - EP15: XOCO
In this episode of Fast Casual Nation brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we're visiting XOCO in Chicago, a fast casual that's more "Mexican street food using seasonal Midwest ingredients" than Fresh Mex. Owned by Rick Bayless, XOCO is a chef-driven concept with a large focus on...
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Fast Casual Nation - EP14: Sakaya Kitchen
In this episode of Fast Casual Nation brought to you by the Foodable WebTV Network, we're checking out Sakaya Kitchen in Miami, a fast casual Asian concept owned by Richard Hales, who also helms the kitchen. The inspiration behind the restaurant came after Hales spent time backpacking — and…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Introducing a new era of what good food fast, really means. Join Paul Barron, author of the Chipotle Effect, the first book on Fast Casual as host of every episode. We explore this exciting new restaurant segment through exclusive interviews from top chefs, restaurateurs and other industry insiders. Giving you a close up look of the menus that are "Changing the way America eats".
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Introducing a new era of what good food fast, really means. Join Paul Barron, author of the Chipotle Effect, the first book on Fast Casual as host of every episode. We explore this exciting new restaurant segment through exclusive interviews from top chefs, restaurateurs and other industry...
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