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Jordan Ogron: Wine, Leadership, and the Realities of LA Hospitality | Freddy and Friends

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In this episode of Freddy and Friends, Freddy sits down with restaurateur and wine importer Jordan Ogron for an unfiltered conversation about hospitality, business challenges, and finding balance in a demanding industry.

From his early days as a teenage opera soloist to running some of Los Angeles’s most respected restaurants, Jordan shares stories that mix humor, humility, and hard-earned wisdom. The two dive deep into the art of service, the economics of running a restaurant in LA, and Jordan’s growing passion for Spanish and biodynamic wines through his new venture, Legacy Wine Group.

Key topics include:

  • Navigating LA’s brutal restaurant landscape and dealing with post-COVID business realities
    • His philosophy on leadership, including standing up for staff and creating memorable guest experiences
      • The journey from fine dining to wine importing and why Spanish wines are the most underrated in the world
        • Balancing work, health, and family after years in high-pressure kitchens
          • His plans for upcoming wine events and expanding Legacy Wine Group nationally

            • Jordan’s story is equal parts resilience, creativity, and self-reflection, a reminder that hospitality is about connection, not perfection.

            Where to Find Jordan:

            • Instagram: @jogron2

              • Legacy Wine Group: coming soon (legacywinegroup.com)

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