Restaurant Brokers talk to the experts on leasing restaurants. What's the condition of the restaurant real estate market for those interested in leasing a restaurant? Are rental rates up or down? What can you expect if you're int he market to lease a restaurant when it comes to negotiating power? What do landlords want or demand of operators before considering them as a tenant? Join the restaurant brokers and our industry experts as we look at the Current Restaurant Leasing Marketplace.

The Restaurant Brokers talk to the Editor of Food Service and Equipment Supplies Magazine along with other industry guests as they tackle Restaurant Equipment as a subject. How do you equip a restaurant for success! What are the approximate costs to equip a restaurant? How has restaurant equipment needs changed or evolved over the past few years? What are the trends in restaurant equipment? The Restaurant Brokers interview restaurant equipment authorities who weigh in! What steps can food service operators take to maximize the return on their equipment investment? What role does energy efficiency or other “green” attributes play in operator purchases? Listen in to find out more!

Stale bakeries turn to expert Kerry Vincent to revive their sweets and their sales in new series Save My Bakery which premiered on Wednesday, March 19th at 8pm ET/PT on Food Network. The restaurant brokers interview the Food Network Star who is armed with years of baking experience and a no nonsense approach. Kerry is on a mission to reinvigorate local bakeries, putting them back on their neighborhood radar. In hopes of also mending the strained relationships behind the struggling establishments, Kerry helps families heal and put the pieces of their failing business back together. From bolstering old doughnut recipes to improving employee morale, Kerry turns poor pastries into delectable desserts and outdated spaces into truly sweet spots. “For generations bakeries were the backbone of communities across America. Save My Bakery takes on the challenge of rescuing these businesses and the families behind them,” said Bob Tuschman, General Manager and Senior Vice President, Food Network. “Kerry Vincent’s deep expertise combined with her take charge manner is just what these families need to get back on their feet.”

Join the restaurant brokers as they talk with movers and shakers on the floor of the International Franchise Association's national convention from New Orleans. What do these guests say is critical to restaurant franchise success? How do you grow to 27 units like one of our guests? What does the Telephone Doctor say restaurants are lacking in when it comes to customer service? Join us for this and more as we Satisfy your Appetite for Acquisition, Feed the Need for Restaurant Success and Serve up Restaurant Reality.

What’s the role of Public Relations for today’s restaurateurs? How do you find the right branding firm who can handle everything from design to communications? How has the traditional role of PR changed in the new digital world where customers go viral with comments and video live from their table in your restaurant? The restaurant brokers are interviewing one of the top firms on this topic along with restaurant owners with their stories on the importance of public relations for today’s operator.

What is it about the BBQ that brings everyone to the table? The smell, the smoke, the heat, the flavors, the fire…or all of the above. Is it sauce or dry rubs that brings out the best flavors? How does it differ from coast to coast and what are the familiar barbecue sauces versus these newest flavors being introduced by inventive chefs. Whatever it is, it’s on the mind of America where everything you can imagine takes on the flavor of the grill when it’s smoked or roasted over a flame. The restaurant brokers are focusing on the cuisine that ranges from high on the hog (or high end) restaurants to roadside grills that take on the character of a backyard cookout.

It's all about the local brew. What's special about the brew pub that is taking market share from the tried and true tap? What do our expert guests know about the subject that will satisfy our listeners appetite for acquisition? What about the trend to "think global, buy local." How is this trend impacting the brew pub market. We’re featuring fascinating All-American craft beer purveyors and bars and restaurants with character and insights into why their clients are thirsting for the ultimate local flavor.

The Restaurant Brokers talk to Food Network Mega Star Alton Brown. Topics include his one-man show on all things culinary, the greatest risk he has personally taken in the business and the mentoring he provides to those up and coming in the onscreen food world including his observations as a mentor on the Next Food Network Star. Patricia Katopes, a newcomer to the culinary show business and Season 6 winner of Cupcake Wars also shares her experiences on the national network screen.

The Restaurant Brokers talk to Keith Simpson, host of the new Food Network reality series “Buy This Restaurant”, which follows aspiring restaurant owners as they take their first steps towards achieving their dream and search for the ideal space to launch their new business. As a three time restaurant owner and restaurant broker, Simpson gives insight into both the real estate and business sides of the restaurant industry. Simspson also shares some of his personal experiences which include a stint graciously catering to the British Royal Family and his best advice to first time restaurant buyers.

Everywhere you turn it's Pizza, Pizza and more Pizza. What is it about this segment that continues to fuel growth? Join the restaurant brokers as they bring in heavy hitters in the industry to discuss the pizza segment. Is there any end in sight? What are the freshest concepts on the market and how is that changing? How does an independent operator compete with franchisors? How important is the pricing model?