From Side Hustle to Neighborhood Staple: Building Little Chef Little Café with Diana Manalang

In this episode of Call Your Publicist, we’re joined by Diana Manalang—founder, head chef, and the heart behind Little Chef Little Café in Long Island City. Diana opens up about her journey from resisting the restaurant industry to creating a business rooted in passion, purpose, and community. We talk about leaving corporate life behind, surviving (and thriving) through the pandemic, the power of self-taught entrepreneurship, and why authenticity and boundaries matter in business.

Whether you’re a foodie, aspiring business owner, or just love a good success story with heart, this episode is packed with real talk, laughs, and biscuits.