• California's Home Kitchens: A Culinary Revolution or a Recipe for Disaster?
    Feb 22 2026

    Is your neighbor’s kitchen the next big restaurant? 🍳

    In California, the "Home Kitchen" movement is officially here—but is it a game-changer for aspiring chefs or a public health gamble?

    This week on From Kitchen to C-Suite, we’re diving deep into the legislation, the logistics, and the heated debate surrounding home-based food businesses.

    We explore:

    - The rise of Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEHKOs).

    - Why some see it as the ultimate "culinary equalizer."

    - The "Recipe for Disaster" concerns traditional restaurateurs.

    Whether you're a foodie looking for your next local gem or an entrepreneur ready to launch from your stove, this is an episode you can’t miss.

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    - Subscribe, listen, and watch on your favorite podcast channel.

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    #FromKitchenToCSuite #MEHKO #FoodEntrepreneur #CaliFoodies #HomeKitchenRevolution #PodcastLife

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    19 mins
  • The Crisis of Menu Price Fatigue in the Casual Dining Sector
    Feb 8 2026
    🍽️ Is the "Price Hike" Party Over?

    Published on February 8, 2025

    Casual dining is hitting a breaking point. After years of rising checks, Menu Price Fatigue has officially arrived, and the "C-Suite" is feeling the heat.

    In our latest episode of From Kitchen to C-Suite, we dive deep into the data behind why guests are pulling back and how industry leaders can pivot without sacrificing their margins. We’re moving past the "just raise prices" era—it’s time for a strategy reboot.

    🎙️ In this episode, we discuss:
    • The Psychological Ceiling: How much is "too much" for a burger and a beer?
    • Value vs. Volume: Why discounting might be a trap, but "perceived value" is your lifeline.
    • Operational Efficiency: Finding the "hidden gold" in your P&L to offset rising costs.

    Subscribe & Tune in now wherever you access your podcasts! 🎧

    📺 Big News: We’re leveling up! From Kitchen to C-Suite is coming soon to your TV on Roku and Amazon Fire TV. Stay tuned for the visual deep dives into the business of food.

    #RestaurantIndustry #CasualDining #HospitalityLeadership #MenuEngineering #Podcast #FromKitchenToCSuite #RestaurantStrategy

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    15 mins