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Join two-time James Beard-nominated Chef Evan Funke as he shares his inspiring culinary journey from restlessness to restaurateur. In this episode, Brad converses with Funke about his transformative experiences, from feeling restless to becoming a successful restaurateur. Hear how a life-changing move to Italy, a stint as a massage therapist, and seeking discipline through military service forged his passion for food. Funke candidly discusses his entrepreneurial highs and lows, including navigating bankruptcy and building a legacy with four acclaimed restaurants, including Felix Trattoria, named GQ’s Best New Restaurant in America. Discover the art of pasta shapes and the stories behind them.
Want to be featured on Lay It On? Send a short voice memo sharing your name, where you’re from, and your question for Brad to [email protected], and you might just hear it answered in the next episode!
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CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Brad Rant
3:05 - Brad Answers Your Questions! 6:20 - Introducing Evan Funke
1:05:27 - Before I Forget… Rapid Fire Questions
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By Brad Leone & Studio714.9
1919 ratings
Join two-time James Beard-nominated Chef Evan Funke as he shares his inspiring culinary journey from restlessness to restaurateur. In this episode, Brad converses with Funke about his transformative experiences, from feeling restless to becoming a successful restaurateur. Hear how a life-changing move to Italy, a stint as a massage therapist, and seeking discipline through military service forged his passion for food. Funke candidly discusses his entrepreneurial highs and lows, including navigating bankruptcy and building a legacy with four acclaimed restaurants, including Felix Trattoria, named GQ’s Best New Restaurant in America. Discover the art of pasta shapes and the stories behind them.
Want to be featured on Lay It On? Send a short voice memo sharing your name, where you’re from, and your question for Brad to [email protected], and you might just hear it answered in the next episode!
Submit Your Questions: https://forms.gle/pZgjBT3NGbTkKnMe6
Follow the pod
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/layitonbradleone
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bradleone
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3mA8KOsgpZMlWeByCxNom6?si=ae0c64f6fd624dc8
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Brad Rant
3:05 - Brad Answers Your Questions! 6:20 - Introducing Evan Funke
1:05:27 - Before I Forget… Rapid Fire Questions
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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