In this episode, Alyssa sits down with the team behind Romie's Grocery, Tupelo staple. Romie’s faced the uncertainty of 2020 head-on, using the COVID-19 shutdown as an opportunity to rebuild, renovate, and reimagine its future.

What emerged wasn’t just a refreshed space, but a transformed experience. Today, Romie’s is one of Tupelo’s top nightlife destinations, blending its signature food with a vibrant social atmosphere.

Alyssa chats with the owner, Rob Lesley, and manager, Joey Gasaway, about the bold decisions that fueled this transformation, the challenges of navigating a pandemic, and how they continue to find success today.

Presenting Sponsor

A special thank you to Off the Record’s presenting sponsor, Casey Lott of Langston & Lott Law Firm.

We’re grateful for their continued support of the podcast and its mission, contact Langston & Lott today for your personal injury, product liability and car accident cases. 

Podcast Studio Location Sponsor: 

Mandy Nichols, Nichols & Co. Real Estate 

Audio / Video / Production Sponsors:

See No Hear No and Exceed Technologies

VIBE Aesthetics and VIBE Men’s Health

Collaborative Sponsor: 

Michaela Hauser, Personal Trainer, Owner of Gains Haus Athletics