What does it really take to survive in the F&B industry?

In this episode, we sit down with Chef Mel Dean, a pioneer in halal Malay and Nusantara cuisine. He shares his journey from early struggles, job loss, and financial setbacks… to building a respected name in the culinary scene.

This is not a success story filled with hype.
This is a real look at what happens behind the scenes.

• How he discovered his calling in food
• Why losing his job changed everything
• The reality of running an F&B business
• How rental kills many restaurants
• When to stop a failing business
• Why home-based businesses should not rush into cafes
• How to grow through pop-ups and collaboration
• The truth about “success” after years in business

🎯 What You’ll Learn