ON THE DELO: Arizona Restaurant & Hospitality Stories

ON THE DELO: Arizona Restaurant & Hospitality Stories

By David "The DELO" DeLorenzoBusinessEntrepreneurship
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ON THE DELO: Arizona Restaurant & Hospitality Stories episodes

  • A Long Strange Trip, Julian Wright Shares His Path To Restaurant Success.

    Get on the “BRP List” to win prizes at the best restaurants in Arizona: CLICK HERE NOW!

    What’s cooking podcast fam, welcome to the Bar & Restaurant Podcast…

    Our in-depth, up close and personal behind the scenes look at some of the most interesting people in food, fun and hospitality around the Phoenix Valley and the state of Arizona.

    On this episode of the Bar and Restaurant Podcast, hosted by The Delo - come and meet Julian Wright, the owner of Fork & Dagger Hospitality with brands such as Pedal Haus Brewery, Lucky’s Outdoor Bar and Kahvi Coffee...

    Let’s find out about:

    • Julian’s focus while studying at Arizona State...
    • His first job working at a restaurant…
    • How he worked his way from serving to operations...
    • His connection to Houston’s and Chipotle...
    • What working with those groups taught him about the hospitality business...
    • How he ended up back in Phoenix opening restaurant franchise locations...
    • His experience going from food and restaurant operations to bars and liquor sales...
    • What the future plans look like for expanding his brands and new concepts…
    • So here we go…

      ...now let's meet Fork & Dagger Hospitality owner Julian Wright!

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      Want a chance to win free meals at the best restaurants around Arizona?

      Get on the “BRP List” by joining on the Bar and Restaurant Podcast website

      You have to be on the list to WIN monthly prizes worth hundreds of dollars in meals, and more!!!

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      Catch full episodes and more here:

      🌎 BarAndRestaurantPodcast.com

      🎥 YouTube.com/theLocal480

      📸 instagram.com/local480

      📸 instagram.com/iamthedelo

      📩 Get on the BRP List

      31 min
    • Using Seasonal Local Ingredients, Jennifer Russo Prepares Beautiful Dishes With Flavors To Match.

      Get on the “BRP List” to win prizes at the best restaurants in Arizona: CLICK HERE NOW!

      What’s cooking podcast fam, welcome to the Bar & Restaurant Podcast…

      Our in-depth, up close and personal behind the scenes look at some of the most interesting people in food, fun and hospitality around the Phoenix Valley and the state of Arizona.

      On this episode of the Bar and Restaurant Podcast, hosted by The Delo - come and meet Jennifer Russo, the owner of The Market by Jennifer’s Restaurant & Bar...

      Let’s find out about:

      • Jennifer growing up on the east coast...
      • How she ended up in Arizona…
      • How the entire family has worked with her along the way...
      • Her culinary school experience and thoughts about it...
      • Working in catering versus a restaurant...
      • Her great relationship with her son...
      • Her thoughts on the awards she won throughout her career...
      • Her unique perspective on sourcing local ingredients you would never expect…
      • So here we go…

        ...now let's meet The Market by Jennifer’s owner Jen Russo!

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        Want a chance to win free meals at the best restaurants around Arizona?

        Get on the “BRP List” by joining on the Bar and Restaurant Podcast website

        You have to be on the list to WIN monthly prizes worth hundreds of dollars in meals, and more!!!

        —————————————————

        Catch full episodes and more here:

        🌎 BarAndRestaurantPodcast.com

        🎥 YouTube.com/theLocal480

        📸 instagram.com/local480

        📸 instagram.com/iamthedelo

        📩 Get on the BRP List

        29 min
      • Local, high quality products and great prices - the owners of Worth Takeaway promise it’s WORTH your time.

        Get on the “BRP List” to win prizes at the best restaurants in Arizona: CLICK HERE NOW!

        What’s cooking podcast fam, welcome to the Bar & Restaurant Podcast…

        Our in-depth, up close and personal behind the scenes look at some of the most interesting people in food, fun and hospitality around the Phoenix Valley and the state of Arizona.

        On this episode of the Bar and Restaurant Podcast, hosted by The Delo - come and meet Jim Bob and Kesley, the owners of Worth Takeaway, your new neighborhood ‘spot’...

        Let’s find out about:

        • Kelsey and Jim Bob's upbringing...
        • Jim Bob’s first job ever…
        • All of the work they have put in as business owners
        • How they started working in the restaurant industry...
        • How the whole sandwich idea came together
        • How Worth Takeaway came to life...
        • The hardships of owning a restaurant...
        • 2 of the craziest things about both of them that you would never expect…
        • So here we go…

          ...now let's meet Worth Takeaway owners Jim Bob and Kelsey!

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          Want a chance to win free meals at the best restaurants around Arizona each time a new episode drops?

          Get on the “BRP List” by joining on the Bar and Restaurant Podcast website

          One winner is picked LIVE on the Local480 Instagram 2x per month when new episodes get released!

          But you gotta be on the list to WIN prizes worth hundreds of dollars in meals, and more!!!

          —————————————————

          Catch full episodes and more here:

          🌎 BarAndRestaurantPodcast.com

          🎥 YouTube.com/theLocal480

          📸 instagram.com/local480

          📸 instagram.com/iamthedelo

          📩 Get on the BRP List

          1 hr 8 min
        • Tim Vasquez guarantees Someburros offers only the best and strives to give back to the community in every way possible!

          Get on the “BRP List” to win prizes at the best restaurants in Arizona: CLICK HERE NOW!

          What's a cooking podcast fam, welcome to the Bar & Restaurant Podcast…

          Our in-depth, up close and personal behind the scenes look at some of the most interesting people in food, fun and hospitality around the Phoenix Valley and the state of Arizona.

          On this episode of the Bar and Restaurant Podcast, hosted by The Delo - come and meet Tim Vasquez, the Presidente of Someburros!

          Let’s find out about:

          • His adventurous childhood...
          • Where he began working for Someburros...
          • His 3 kids...
          • The secret behind the best vegan tacos...
          • How their different locations came about...
          • How Someburros came to life...
          • What he does to give back to the community...
          • 2 of the craziest things about Tim that you would never expect…
          • So here we go…

            ...now let's meet Sombreros C.E.O, Tim Vasquez .

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            Want a chance to win free meals at the best restaurants around Arizona each time a new episode drops?

            Get on the “BRP List” by joining on the Bar and Restaurant Podcast website

            One winner is picked LIVE on the Local480 Instagram 2x per month when new episodes get released!

            But you gotta be on the list to WIN prizes worth hundreds of dollars in meals, and more!!!

            —————————————————

            Catch full episodes and more here:

            🌎 BarAndRestaurantPodcast.com

            🎥 YouTube.com/theLocal480

            📸 instagram.com/local480

            📸 instagram.com/iamthedelo

            📩 Get on the BRP List

            50 min
          • AZ Wilderness Brewing celebrates hand crafted, artisanal beers that are inspired by the beautiful and diverse state of Arizona!

            Get on the “BRP List” to win prizes at the best restaurants in Arizona: CLICK HERE NOW!

            What's a cooking podcast fam, welcome to the Bar & Restaurant Podcast…

            Our in-depth, up close and personal behind the scenes look at some of the most interesting people in food, fun and hospitality around the Phoenix Valley and the state of Arizona.

            On this episode of the Bar and Restaurant Podcast, hosted by The Delo - come and meet Patrick Ware, the owner of AZ Wilderness Brewing where your beer is brewed with love ...

            Let’s find out about:

            • His love for crafting beer
            • Patrick's childhood
            • The birth of the brewing
            • His various extraordinary trips
            • What is big beer?
            • Daily journey of biking to work
            • His mindset around health and wellness

            • So here we go…

              ...now let's meet Patrick Ware.

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              Want a chance to win free meals at the best restaurants around Arizona each time a new episode drops?

              Get on the “BRP List” by joining on the Bar and Restaurant Podcast website

              One winner is picked LIVE on the Local480 Instagram 2x per month when new episodes get released!

              But you gotta be on the list to WIN prizes worth hundreds of dollars in meals, and more!!!

              —————————————————

              Catch full episodes and more here:

              🌎 BarAndRestaurantPodcast.com

              🎥 YouTube.com/theLocal480

              📸 instagram.com/local480

              📸 instagram.com/iamthedelo

              📩 Get on the BRP List

              1 hr 3 min
            • Tamara Stanger Fights for Quality Local Ingredients While Foraging Her Way Onto The Phoenix Food Scene.

              Get on the “BRP List” to win prizes at the best restaurants in Arizona: CLICK HERE NOW!

              What’s cooking podcast fam, welcome to the Bar & Restaurant Podcast…

              Our in-depth, up close and personal behind the scenes look at some of the most interesting people in food, fun and hospitality around the Phoenix Valley and the state of Arizona.

              On this episode of the Bar and Restaurant Podcast, hosted by The Delo - come and meet Tamara Stanger, the owner and head chef of Cotton & Copper where your food is fresh and foraged, straight to your table ...

              Let’s find out about:

              • Her humble childhood experience in Utah...
              • Where she her love of pies began...
              • Her challenges as a young single mother...
              • How she got started working in the restaurant industry...
              • How she broke in to becoming a chef in the Phoenix food scene...
              • How Cotton & Copper came to life...
              • What led her to becoming so interested in foraging for natural food...
              • 2 of the craziest things about Tamara that you would never expect…
              • So here we go…

                ...now let's meet Cotton & Copper chef Tamara Stanger.

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                Want a chance to win free meals at the best restaurants around Arizona each time a new episode drops?

                Get on the “BRP List” by joining on the Bar and Restaurant Podcast website

                One winner is picked LIVE on the Local480 Instagram 2x per month when new episodes get released!

                But you gotta be on the list to WIN prizes worth hundreds of dollars in meals, and more!!!

                —————————————————

                Catch full episodes and more here:

                🌎 BarAndRestaurantPodcast.com

                🎥 YouTube.com/theLocal480

                📸 instagram.com/local480

                📸 instagram.com/iamthedelo

                📩 Get on the BRP List

                55 min
              • Justin Cross Balances Fitness and Fun With a Business Where You Can Burn Calories and Earn Your Booze.

                Get on the “BRP List” to win prizes at the best restaurants in Arizona: CLICK HERE NOW!

                What’s cooking podcast fam, welcome to the Bar & Restaurant Podcast…

                Our in-depth, up close and personal behind the scenes look at some of the most interesting people in food, fun and hospitality around the Phoenix Valley and the state of Arizona.

                On this episode of the Bar and Restaurant Podcast, hosted by The Delo - come and meet Justin Cross, the owner and creator of Earn Your Booze where you can burn calories and earn your cocktails...

                Let’s find out about:

                • His time growing up as a native Arizonan...
                • His military background in the Navy...
                • Why he considers himself an undercover nerd…
                • How his entrepreneurial fire got lit…
                • Where he got his start brewing beer…
                • How brewing beer led to the creation of EARN YOUR BOOZE…
                • His passion for helping people have fun while being healthy...
                • What’s next for EARN YOUR BOOZE…
                • So here we go…

                  ...now let's meet EARN YOUR BOOZE creator Justin Cross.

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                  Want a chance to win free meals at the best restaurants around Arizona each time a new episode drops?

                  Get on the “BRP List” by joining on the Bar and Restaurant Podcast website

                  One winner is picked LIVE on the Local480 Instagram 2x per month when new episodes get released!

                  But you gotta be on the list to WIN prizes worth hundreds of dollars in meals, and more!!!

                  —————————————————

                  Catch full episodes and more here:

                  🌎 BarAndRestaurantPodcast.com

                  🎥 YouTube.com/theLocal480

                  📸 instagram.com/local480

                  📸 instagram.com/iamthedelo

                  📩 Get on the BRP List

                  49 min
                • Chef Brett Vibber is Getting ‘WILD’ and Giving Back, by Getting Back to Basics with his Cooking

                  Get on the “BRP List” to win prizes at the best restaurants in Arizona: CLICK HERE NOW!

                  What’s cooking podcast fam, welcome to the Bar & Restaurant Podcast…

                  Our in-depth, up close and personal behind the scenes look at some of the most interesting people in food, fun and hospitality around the Phoenix Valley and the state of Arizona.

                  On this episode of the Bar and Restaurant Podcast, hosted by The Delo - come and meet Brett Vibber, the chef and owner of WILD whose creating amazing flavors that will drive you wild...

                  Let’s find out:

                  • A bit about his time growing up as a native Arizonan...
                  • Why he credits his wrestling background for his success in cooking...
                  • How he got the bug for cooking and where he got his start…
                  • How his career took off in Chicago…
                  • How he’s become the Indian Jones of Arizona…
                  • How he got started foraging and what interested him in learning everything about it…
                  • Cartwrights Steakhouse and how it changed his life..
                  • Venturing into creating a boutique resort with the Scott Foundation while giving back to kids…
                  • So here we go…

                    ...now let's meet this WILD chef Brett Vibber.

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                    Want a chance to win free meals at the best restaurants around Arizona each time a new episode drops?

                    Get on the “BRP List” by joining on the Bar and Restaurant Podcast website

                    One winner is picked LIVE on the Local480 Instagram 2x per month when new episodes get released!

                    But you gotta be on the list to WIN prizes worth hundreds of dollars in meals, and more!!!

                    —————————————————

                    Catch full episodes and more here:

                    🌎 BarAndRestaurantPodcast.com

                    🎥 YouTube.com/theLocal480

                    📸 instagram.com/local480

                    📸 instagram.com/iamthedelo

                    📩 Get on the BRP List

                    59 min
                  • From the food business to the foodie business, a scroll down the Instagram feed with influencer AZ Foodie.

                    Get on the “BRP List” to win prizes at the best restaurants in Arizona: CLICK HERE NOW!

                    What’s cooking podcast fam, welcome to the Bar & Restaurant Podcast…

                    Our in-depth, up close and personal behind the scenes look at some of the most interesting people in food, fun and hospitality around the Phoenix Valley and the state of Arizona.

                    On this episode of the Bar and Restaurant Podcast, hosted by The Delo - come and meet Diana Brandt, the lady known as food influencer AZ Foodie on social media….

                    Let’s find out:

                    • A bit about her foodie life...
                    • What led her from changing her name from food to foodie…
                    • How she overcame her fears of insecurity...
                    • How she’s able to manage her foodie and home life…
                    • How she came up with her annual event Smoked…
                    • Her love for TV and radio…
                    • You’ll be shocked to find out this secret about her even though she’s out at events..
                    • And what the future holds for Diana and her Smoked event…
                    • So here we go…

                      ...now let's meet food influencer AZ Foodie.

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                      Want a chance to win free meals at the best restaurants around Arizona each time a new episode drops?

                      Get on the “BRP List” by joining on the Bar and Restaurant Podcast website

                      One winner is picked LIVE on the Local480 Instagram 2x per month when new episodes get released!

                      But you gotta be on the list to WIN prizes worth hundreds of dollars in meals, and more!!!

                      —————————————————

                      Catch full episodes and more here:

                      🌎 BarAndRestaurantPodcast.com

                      🎥 YouTube.com/theLocal480

                      📸 instagram.com/local480

                      📸 instagram.com/iamthedelo

                      📩 Get on the BRP List

                      43 min
                    • Cooking up likes, fans and recipes on social media with foodie influencer Kyndra’s Kitchen

                      Get on the “BRP List” to win prizes at the best restaurants in Arizona: CLICK HERE NOW!

                      What’s cooking Local480 fam, welcome to the Bar & Restaurant Podcast…

                      Our in-depth, up close and personal behind the scenes look at some of the most interesting people in food, fun and hospitality around the Phoenix Valley and the state of Arizona.

                      On this episode of the Bar and Restaurant Podcast, hosted by The DELO...

                      ...come and meet Kyndra Kelly, trained chef and the foodie influencer behind Kyndra’s Kitchen on social media.

                      Let’s find out:

                      • A bit about her tight-knit family...
                      • What led her to transferring from ASU to Le Cordon Bleu culinary school…
                      • The role her mom plays in helping her build her social brand as an influencer...
                      • The worst thing she ever cooked and why it was one of the best things she’s done…
                      • How she came up with the idea of her brand Kyndra’s Kitchen…
                      • What she believes has helped her become an influencer in the foodie niche…
                      • The craziest thing you would never guess she’s really into when she’s not cooking...
                      • And what the future holds for Kyndra’s Kitchen that she’s bringing to her audience very soon…
                      • So here we go…

                        ...now let's meet chef and food influencer Kyndra Kelly.

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                        Want a chance to win free meals at the best restaurants around Arizona each time a new episode drops?

                        Get on the “BRP List” by joining on the Bar and Restaurant Podcast website

                        One winner picked LIVE on the Local480 Instagram 2x each month when we release the next episode!

                        But you gotta be on the list to WIN hundreds of dollars in meals, and more!!!

                        —————————————————

                        Catch full episodes and more here:

                        🌎 BarAndRestaurantPodcast.com

                        🎥 YouTube.com/theLocal480

                        📸 instagram.com/local480

                        📸 instagram.com/iamthedelo

                        📩 Get on the BRP List

                        38 min

                      About ON THE DELO: Arizona Restaurant & Hospitality Stories

                      From the publisher's feed

                      Step inside ON THE DELO Podcast: Arizona Restaurant & Hospitality Stories. Hosted by David “DeLo” DeLorenzo—entrepreneur, insurance expert, and connector of people—this show dives deep into conversations with chefs, restaurateurs, brewers, and creators shaping the industry. Beyond business, DeLo explores health, mindset and community, exploring what it really takes to thrive in hospitality and in life.

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