Masks Off? Let's Eat! (with Justin Sutherland)

On Dr. Bob’s last show, he calls up chef and restaurateur Justin Sutherland to hear about the state of the restaurant industry. Many places were able to survive by pivoting to takeout, but more than 10% closed their doors for good. They cover what Justin did to keep his restaurants afloat, what comfort foods they reached for this past year, and what COVID-related industry changes will stick around. Plus, some familiar voices thank Dr. Bob for his time guest hosting In the Bubble.

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Check out these resources from today’s episode: 

Learn more about Justin at his website: www.justinsutherland.com

Here’s more on the Restaurant Revitalization Fund: https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/covid-19-relief-options/restaurant-revitalization-fund

Read more about the toll that COVID-19 took on the restaurant industry: https://www.nrn.com/fast-casual/datassential-more-10-us-restaurants-have-closed-permanently

Check out this Eater article looking into reports of a labor shortage in the restaurant industry: https://www.eater.com/22417344/restaurant-labor-shortage-covid-19-unemployment-benefits-risks

Learn more about Dr. Bob Wachter and the UCSF Department of Medicine here: https://medicine.ucsf.edu/ 

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