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Sept. 19, 2025

Are you a born and raised New Yorker?

Are you a born and raised New Yorker?

Are you a born and raised New Yorker? Then you better be bringing your own mozzarella cheese everywhere you go, am I right? #mozzarella #newyorker #Foodie

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Sept. 18, 2025

CELSIUS & Vodka???

CELSIUS & Vodka???

CELSIUS & Vodka??? We've been saying this for so long!!! Remember when vodka red bulls were your go-to? This is the newer, cooler version! And that PepsiCo plug.... not even planned:) Please welcome Brooks Schaden, CEO & Co-founder of Tom's Watch Bar to the Hospitality Hangout Podcast! #Hospitality #Vodka #MixedDrinks…

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Sept. 18, 2025

Cocktails & Connections FSTEC 2025

Cocktails & Connections FSTEC 2025
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Sept. 18, 2025

The Hospitality Hangout Powered By Amazon Business at FSTEC 2025

The Hospitality Hangout Powered By Amazon Business at FSTEC 2025
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Sept. 18, 2025

What else would you add? #duet #funny #hotdog

What else would you add? #duet #funny #hotdog

What else would you add? #sandwich #hospitality #TheRestaurantGuy

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Sept. 17, 2025

Jose has been working at Faccios deli for 23 years #funny #foodie #food #sandwich

Jose has been working at Faccios deli for 23 years #funny #foodie #food #sandwich

Jose has been working at Faccios deli for 23 years and he KNOWS how to make the best sandwich in all of NYC! Follow along as the restaurant guy nyc takes on the food adventures of New York. Love what you’re seeing? Subscribe to our podcast: www.thehospitalityhangout.com

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Sept. 16, 2025

Brooks Schaden, Co-Founder and CEO of Tom’s Watch Bar, on Reinventing the Sports Viewing Experience

Brooks Schaden, Co-Founder and CEO of Tom’s Watch Bar, on Reinventing the Sports Viewing Experience

In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, the Restaurant Guy and the Finance Guy sit down with Brooks Schaden, co-CEO and co-founder of Tom’s Watch Bar, to explore how he’s reinventing the modern sports bar. From 150+ TVs and cutting-edge tech infrastructure to partnerships with brands like Mark Wahlberg’s Flecha Azul…

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Sept. 13, 2025

beli_eats just rated this the best sandwich # 1 in New York City

beli_eats just rated this the best sandwich # 1 in New York City

beli_eats just rated this the best sandwich # 1 in New York City and the restaurant guy gives it two thumbs of approval! Want more of our hot takes? Subscribe to the Hospitality Hangout Podcast: https://linkly.link/2Bne7 #nyc #sandwichnyc #beli

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Sept. 11, 2025

are these 🔥HOT or ❌NOT?

are these 🔥HOT or ❌NOT?

We put Steve Kislow (CEO of Firebirds Wood Fired Grill) in the hot seat and asked him about the latest hospitality trends 👇 🥂 Caviar bumps (sorry Steve, we’re not with you on this one 😅) 🧈 Butter boards 💳 Cashless restaurants 📲 Prepaid reservations Now it’s YOUR turn —…

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Sept. 11, 2025

The best frozen custard in New York City!

The best frozen custard in New York City!

The best frozen custard in New York City!! Kerbers Farm ,The Restaurant Guy approved! #FrozenCustard #Foodie #NYC

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Sept. 10, 2025

art and science of hiring in hospitality.

art and science of hiring in hospitality.

On the latest episode of The Hospitality Hangout Podcast, we dive into the art and science of hiring in hospitality. When it comes to building great restaurants and hospitality brands, one thing is always at the top of the menu: the people. From chefs and servers to tech teams and…

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Sept. 10, 2025

would you share your food with Schatzy?

would you share your food with Schatzy?

Rumor has it the restaurant guy nyc eats off of everyone’s plates at meals… would you share your food with Schatzy? #restaurant #eatting #foodie #influencer

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Sept. 9, 2025

How long do you have to live in New York to be able to call yourself a New Yorker?

How long do you have to live in New York to be able to call yourself a New Yorker?

How long do you have to live in New York to be able to call yourself a New Yorker? Is it 8? Is it 10? #Newyorker

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Sept. 9, 2025

Igniting Restaurant Growth: From Flames to Fame: Steve Kislow on Igniting Restaurant Growth at Fi...

Igniting Restaurant Growth: From Flames to Fame: Steve Kislow on Igniting Restaurant Growth at Fi...

In this sizzling episode of The Hospitality Hangout Podcast, hosts Michael “Schatzy” Schatzberg and Jimmy Frischling sit down with Steve Kislow, CEO of Firebirds Wood Fired Grill. They delve into hospitality strategies and reveal what it takes to scale a modern restaurant brand while staying true to its roots. Steve…

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Sept. 8, 2025

Ice tea, BEC, and frozen custard.

Ice tea, BEC, and frozen custard.

@kerbersfarm knows how to do 3 things perfectly. Ice tea, BEC, and frozen custard. TRUST US!!!

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Sept. 7, 2025

Hustlers derrick Hayes

Hustlers derrick Hayes
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Sept. 6, 2025

emerging brands making waves to strategies driving profitability in both QSR

emerging brands making waves to strategies driving profitability in both QSR

New on the Hospitality Hangout Podcast: We sit down with Josh Kopel—award-winning restaurateur, podcaster, and hospitality strategist—for a deep dive into the biggest shifts shaping our industry. From emerging brands making waves to strategies driving profitability in both QSR and full-service dining, Josh shares insights every operator and executive should…

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Sept. 6, 2025

frozen custard + BEC!

frozen custard + BEC!

@kerbersfarm frozen custard + BEC!

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Sept. 5, 2025

award-winning restaurateur, hospitality strategist, and industry thought leader

award-winning restaurateur, hospitality strategist, and industry thought leader

New Episode Alert: The Hospitality Hangout Podcast!!! In this dynamic episode, we’re joined by Josh Kopel—award-winning restaurateur, hospitality strategist, and industry thought leader—for a deep dive into the trends and strategies shaping the future of food service. Josh shares his unique perspective on the emerging brands making waves in both…

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Sept. 4, 2025

Hospitality’s Game Plan

Hospitality’s Game Plan

Hospitality’s Game Plan: Insider Insights & Emerging Trends for Restaurant Success with Josh Kopel! Check it out NOW! Don't forget to subscribe!

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Sept. 3, 2025

Hospitality’s Game Plan: Insider Insights & Emerging Trends for Restaurant Success

Hospitality’s Game Plan: Insider Insights & Emerging Trends for Restaurant Success

In this dynamic episode of the Hospitality Hangout Podcast, we welcome Josh Kopel—award-winning restaurateur and hospitality strategist—for a deep dive into the latest hospitality trends and insider insights that are shaping today’s food service industry. Josh shares his unique perspective on emerging brands making waves and how these innovations are…

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Sept. 3, 2025

Hospitality’s Game Plan: Insider Insights & Emerging Trends for Restaurant Success

Hospitality’s Game Plan: Insider Insights & Emerging Trends for Restaurant Success

In this dynamic episode of the Hospitality Hangout Podcast, we welcome Josh Kopel—award-winning restaurateur and hospitality strategist—for a deep dive into the latest hospitality trends and insider insights that are shaping today’s food service industry. Josh shares his unique perspective on emerging brands making waves and how these innovations are…

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Aug. 31, 2025

A sushi roll (hand roll IS a sandwich) !!!!

A sushi roll (hand roll IS a sandwich) !!!!

A sushi roll (hand roll IS a sandwich) !!!! @sushicounternyc killing it🍣

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Aug. 30, 2025

Prosper Cocktails & Connections 2025

Prosper Cocktails & Connections 2025

Boring parties? Not our style. At Cocktails & Connections, we ditch the pitch decks and make space for real hospitality magic—networking with the industry’s top leaders, live music, and yes… even fireworks. Because building relationships in hospitality should feel like a celebration. #HospitalityEvents #HospitalityNetworking #HospitalityLeaders #BrandedEvents #CocktailsAndConnections #NetworkingInStyle #HospitalityIndustry #LiveEvents…

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