Eat to Last

In this episode of Eat To Last, Chef Anthony Bucco sits down with Chef Jamie Knott for a candid conversation about building a successful restaurant group, evolving as a chef and business owner, and navigating the realities of the hospitality industry. From the challenges of running restaurants in very different markets to the importance of leadership, consistency, and creating a culture that keeps great people, they reflect on what it takes to build a business while staying true to the craft.

In this episode:

• The evolution from working the line to leading a restaurant business
• Balancing culinary standards, business demands, and guest experience
• How kitchen culture and leadership are changing for the next generation
• The realities of restaurant ownership, from financial pressures to team retention
• Finding inspiration through travel, dining, and new creative opportunities
• Building a lasting career while making room for family and life beyond the kitchen

Eat To Last is a podcast from By Landmark, hosted by Chief Culinary Officer Anthony Bucco.

In this episode of Eat To Last, Anthony Bucco sits down with Daniel Klim, President & CEO of the New Jersey Restaurant & Hospitality Association, for a conversation about the people, ideas, and advocacy shaping the hospitality industry in New Jersey. They explore the role of advocacy in protecting restaurant and hospitality businesses, the value of membership and industry connection, and the importance of innovation as the industry continues to evolve.

In this episode:
• The role of advocacy and educating legislators on the hospitality industry
• Building stronger connections through membership, networking, and industry events
• The NJRHA Hospitality Innovation Summit and the role of AI and technology in hospitality
• The future of New Jersey hospitality, from industry growth to tourism and workforce development

Eat To Last is a podcast from By Landmark, hosted by Chief Culinary Officer Anthony Bucco.