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April 7, 2026

NYC Bagel Wars: Bagel Bosses of NYC on Tradition, Trends, and the Future of Bagels

Bagel Bosses of NYC come together to break down what really makes a great bagel, and why New York continues to set the standard. From the role of water and technique to the importance of process, they unpack the fundamentals behind a product that sits at the intersection of food,…

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April 6, 2026

This One Smell Is Printing Money

The best brands do not just sell food. They sell anticipation. They sell #nostalgia. They sell the moment you walk into a room and know exactly what is baking. If you could bottle the smell of your business, would you? Or is that a step too far? Let me know…

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April 6, 2026

Rebuilding a $100M Hospitality Brand: Pinky Cole, Slutty Vegan CEO, on Failure and Franchising

In this episode of The Hospitality Hangout, we dive deep into the incredible story of Pinky Cole, Founder and CEO of Slutty Vegan, and her journey in the hospitality industry. Learn how Pinky, a dynamic restaurant CEO, built a $100M hospitality business, experienced a major setback, and then successfully rebuilt…

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April 4, 2026

The Future of Ordering with robots

This is what happens when #kiosks are built for #hospitality, not just transactions. We did a full walkthrough at Counter Service and got hands-on with Bite’s system. What stood out immediately: - The photos actually sell the food - Customization is intuitive (add, subtract, swap, no friction) - The flow…

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April 3, 2026

Dill Pickle Isn’t a Trend…

Dill pickle… HERE TO STAY. We hit Counter Service with Brandon Barton for The Flavor Safari and went straight to the source, the head chef making thousands of sandwiches every week. What’s sticking? What’s fading? What are customers actually ordering vs. what’s just hype? No filters. No trend reports. Just…

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April 2, 2026

Is Atlanta better than NYC?

A debate between Atlanta and New York and which city really comes out on top. From Hospitality Hangout. Guest: Pinky Cole #hospitality #atlanta #nyc #hospitalityhangout

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April 1, 2026

Is Cobbler Better Than Cake?

A dessert debate that divides opinions between cobbler and cake. From Hospitality Hangout. Guest: Pinky Cole #hospitality #fooddebate #dessert #restaurantbusiness #hospitalityhangout

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March 31, 2026

Would you call a man “Papi”?

A funny moment debating whether calling someone “Papi” actually works in real life. From Hospitality Hangout. Guest: Pinky Cole #hospitality #funny #podcastclips #hospitalityhangout

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March 31, 2026

Rebuilding a $100M Hospitality Brand: Pinky Cole, Slutty Vegan CEO, on Failure and Franchising

In this episode of The Hospitality Hangout, we dive deep into the incredible story of Pinky Cole, Founder and CEO of Slutty Vegan, and her journey in the hospitality industry. Learn how Pinky, a dynamic restaurant CEO, built a $100M hospitality business, experienced a major setback, and then successfully rebuilt…

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March 31, 2026

The Biggest Secret in Restaurants?

What is the best lesson you have learned from a leader in the heat of service? Union Square Hospitality Group #Hospitality #UnionSquare

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March 31, 2026

Rebuilding a $100M Hospitality Brand: Pinky Cole, Slutty Vegan CEO, on Failure and Franchising

In this episode of The Hospitality Hangout, we dive deep into the incredible story of Pinky Cole, Founder and CEO of Slutty Vegan, and her journey in the hospitality industry. Learn how Pinky, a dynamic restaurant CEO, built a $100M hospitality business, experienced a major setback, and then successfully rebuilt…

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March 31, 2026

Reinventing Hospitality and Travel Media: Jon Skogmo on Building LOST iN

In this episode of The Hospitality Hangout, Jon Skogmo, Founder and CEO of LOST iN, shares his visionary approach to redefining travel media and hospitality content. Dive into how LOST iN is revolutionizing hospitality media by targeting younger, experience-driven audiences who crave authentic, local city exploration beyond traditional tourist guides.…

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March 30, 2026

Which is better.. Rao's or Carbone?

Eric Skae CEO of Carbone Fine Food told us how he went from Rao's Specialty Foods, Inc. to Carbone... and then straight into Costco Wholesale. Not a typo. #Costco. Imagine building a cult restaurant brand. Then seeing your sauce on a warehouse shelf next to 48packs of toilet paper. Most…

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March 30, 2026

Is a Bagel a Sandwich or Are We Idiots?

Now it’s time to settle one that might break the internet: Is a bagel… a sandwich? But we didn’t just guess… We asked a #hospitality pro: Brandon Barton, CEO of Bite AND a world famous chef who makes THOUSANDS of sandwiches every single week! So yeah… we had to take…

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March 30, 2026

Chipotle Is Delivering Burritos by DRONES

Chipotle just dropped drone delivery… let that sink in. Burritos. Delivered. By drones. Not “someday.” Not “conceptually.” Now. #Hospitality #Chipotle #Burrito

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March 29, 2026

Is Chipotle Controlling Avocado Prices? CEO Explains

#Chipotle #Avocado #hospitality

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March 28, 2026

In Some Countries, Tipping Is Offensive… Here’s Why

Ever tried tipping in Japan? You might get your money handed right back. In the U.S., it is expected. In parts of Europe, it is optional. Same gesture. Wildly different reactions. check out our episode with Chip Wade, Union Square Hospitality Group on The Hospitality Hangout. #hospiality #tipping

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March 27, 2026

Airport Lounges Are a Scam?

Are airport lounges actually worth it? From the hospitality hangout. Guest: Jon Skogmo #airport #lounge #businesstravel #hospitality

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March 26, 2026

This Machine Knows What You Want to Eat Before You Do

Kiosks… but make it hospitality 👀 We hit Counter Service with Brandon Barton from Bite to see how ordering is evolving. This isn’t fast food kiosks… this is fully customized, brand-first, guest-first tech. The game is changing. Are kiosks killing hospitality… or redefining it? #FoodTech #RestaurantLife #NYCFood #Hospitality #FlavorSafari

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March 26, 2026

The best NYC Bagel

Had the CEO of PopUp Bagels on the Hospitality Hangout. First thing I had to ask: what does the CEO order from his own shop? It's the question every viewer wants answered. You want to know what the person behind the counter actually eats when nobody's watching. Turns out, it's…

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March 25, 2026

Is a Burrito a Sandwich?

Is a Burrito a Sandwich? What actually counts as a sandwich? From Hospitality Hangout. Guest: Jon Skogmo #fooddebate #sandwich

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March 24, 2026

This is the Ultimate Travel Hack?

The Ultimate Travel Hack? This might change how you travel. From Hospitality Hangout. Guest: Jon Skogmo #travelhack #luxurytravel #airtravel #hospitalityhangout

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March 24, 2026

If you’re in the foodservice business, there’s one place the entire industry shows up

If you’re in the foodservice business, there’s one place the entire industry shows up every year…and it’s almost that time again! The National Restaurant Association Show is back this May in Chicago, and Branded Hospitality Media will be there! We’ll be doing what we do best: 🎙️ Recording live podcast…

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March 24, 2026

Reinventing Hospitality and Travel Media: Jon Skogmo on Building LOST iN

"In this episode of The Hospitality Hangout, Jon Skogmo, Founder and CEO of LOST iN, shares his visionary approach to redefining travel media and hospitality content. Dive into how LOST iN is revolutionizing hospitality media by targeting younger, experience-driven audiences who crave authentic, local city exploration beyond traditional tourist guides.…

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