So much of a restaurant experience is defined before a bite of food is served, as the atmosphere, vibe, and design of a restaurant set the tone for the guest. Omaha veteran restaurateurs Carlos Mendez (Au Courant; Dolomiti), Tom Allisma (Flagship Restaurant Group), and Sagar Gurung (Kathmandu Momo Station; Cattle Call) discuss the ins and outs and restaurant design and architecture and the way restaurants can set themselves up for success.

Episode References

Kathmandu – https://www.kathmandurestaurant.com

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser

00:04:26 - Restaurant Design Affecting Guest Experiences

00:16:34 - Focal Points & Pros/Cons of Open Kitchen Concepts

00:32:09 - Layout Design & Restaurant Balance

00:42:57 - Lighting

00:59:01 - Wrap-up

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When Elizabeth decided to open a donut shop in Omaha, she had no idea the trials and hardships to come. But she and her son Jack fought through tremendous hardship both in and outside the business to create a donut shop that few—if any—in Omaha can rival. We talked about the science behind what makes these donuts unique, why Square Donut places such a high priority on hospitality, and how the rough road has helped form not only Square Donut, but who Elizabeth and Jack are as people and family.

Bite into Square Donut Today!

https://www.squaredonutomaha.com/

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser

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Le Quartier has become Omaha and Lincoln's go-to spot for bread and pastries, but the path that led these brothers to open their bakery nearly 20 years ago is one neither saw coming. Hear how a random interest in baking, an apartment in Montreal, and a baguette-attached resume led to a bread supplier that many Omahans (and Omaha restaurants) couldn't live without.

Check Out Le Quartier Today!

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Tomato-free pasta sauce?! This Omaha couple never knew they'd need such a thing until they developed a heartburn-inducing sensitivity to tomatoes. Rather than swear off pizza and pasta forever, they created a carrot-based sauce and launched Carinara, a product that is taking the Midwest by storm. We discuss where the idea came from, what the R&D process was like, how they got Hy-Vee to buy in, and the future of this exploding company.

Order Carinara Pasta Sauce: https://carinara.com

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You know that good feeling you get at certain restaurants, where it just seems everyone is operating like a family? It's rare because it's a hard culture to cultivate, but it's intentional and you feel it at Good Evans, one of Nebraska's fastest growing breakfast spots. Angie Padgett (Executive Chef) and Tamra Johnston (Chief Marketing Officer) joined me to talk about how Good Evans cultivates that familial feeling, put together a menu that's comfortable for IG-loving teenagers as well as grandparents, and crafted a culture that has allowed it to expand to five locations (including two in Omaha) in less than a decade.

Taste the Difference that from Scratch Makes:

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The Haven Express food truck comes from humble beginnings, but now DeVaute and his crew are feeding Bud Crawford and the Nebraska football team! The truck's wings, Philly egg rolls, and smoked meats have massive followings now, and while the road to get here wasn't easy, DeVaute is proud of his journey. And now he's using his story (and his food) to inspire the next generation.

Find Flavor Here:

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Bodegas were a part of Nate's daily life when he lived in New York, but after moving to Omaha, he wondered if the concept would work here, too. Three years and two locations in, it's safe to say Godega, Omaha's hybrid convenience store/bar/coffee shop is just what the city needed. Hear the origin story, what makes Nate so passionate about featuring local products and vendors, and the most important lessons he's learned since diving headfirst into the hospitality industry.

👉 Learn more about Godega: https://godegamarket.com/

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser

00:00:59 - Welcome Nate!

00:04:34 - Why Locate in the Old Market?

00:10:17 - Supporting Local

00:17:12 - Listening to Customer Feedback & Menu

00:32:59 - Historic Charm & Opening Day

00:38:58 - Opening the Second Location

00:45:57 - The Future of Godega

00:46:58 - Final Questions & Wrap-up

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Joel has cooked various cuisines all over the world. He's worked for celebrity chefs and private sports teams. He's cooked dinner for Oprah and her family in his apartment. During this episode, Joel shares those stories and explains how they influenced and formed him into the chef now, and what he's trying to express through his restaurants in Omaha now.

Taste the Elevated Experience:

Salted Edge — https://www.salted-edge.com/

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser

00:01:58 - Chef’s Backstory

00:06:02 - “Chef-Partner”

00:12:34 - Open Kitchen Concept

00:17:48 - Laying Down Roots in Omaha & Serving Celebrities

00:27:13 - “Chef Spidey Sense”

00:37:42 - Making Life Changes

00:44:46 - Being a Chef at Universal Studios

00:53:10 - Coming to Omaha

01:00:46 - Quick Hitters & Wrap-up

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This new food truck is bringing the unique flavors of the Phillipines  and Southeast Asia to Omaha. With a great respect for traditional dishes and an obsession with umami, Chef Gerald is using his 13+ years of cooking experience all over the world to power this food truck, all while completing nursing school. From cooking on seafaring ships to getting "murdered" during his first food truck service, Chef Gerald opens up on his food and career.

The Fifth Taste
https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Fifth-Taste-by-Chef-Gerald-61577247144496/

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser

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 A college semester abroad in Sydney changed Eli’s life. Enthralled with the country’s creative fusion dishes, he decided to combine two of his favorite baked goods: cookies and muffin tops. The result is one of Omaha’s best cookies, and one he developed while not only going to college, but also was a student athlete. Safe to say, Eli’s story is fascinating. You have to learn about this guy and his cookies!

👉 Order online: https://www.kookaburracookies.com/#4

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Intro & Teaser

00:01:07 - Welcome to the Show!

00:07:17 - Bigger Cookies are Better!

00:17:46 - Discovering Food Through Travel

00:27:59 - Cookie R&D

00:34:35 - Keeping Things Running Smoothly

00:41:59 - Cookie Chains

00:46:48 - Final Questions & Wrap-up

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