About this podcast
Dive into the world of culinary entrepreneurship with 'Rookie Restaurateur'! 🎙️
"Rookie Restaurateur" is a light hearted podcast where young restaurateur Quincy Randolph sits down with emerging restaurateurs and industry professionals to explore their stories, challenges, and personal journeys.
With a focus on storytelling, practical wisdom, and a bit of tomfoolery, "Rookie Restaurateur" is your window into the diverse world of culinary entrepreneurship. Tune in as Quincy guides you through the inspiring narratives of those who are on the way to making their mark in the industry.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 43 episodes
- Interview Highlights (Part 2) - Chopped Champion Noam, Jeff Farmer, JP & Hunter, Tyler Thomas, Cam Terry · 38 minHello Listeners! As we take some time to enjoy the holidays and prepare for the New Year, we have another recap episode featuring some great moments from older episodes that we…
- Jason Martin - Martin's, Sidecar, Jaybird Tavern · 56 min · Season 1 Episode 33We have a powerhouse restaurateur as our special guest on the podcast today! Jason Martin, of the beloved Roanoke staple Martin's, AND perhaps the coolest bar in town Sidecar AND…
- Tara Sharpes - Rabbit Head Farms (Thanksgiving Episode!) · 1 h 14 min · Season 1 Episode 32For this Thanksgiving episode, Lisa & Quincy are joined by Tara Sharpes. Tara is the co-owner of Rabbit Head Farms. A regenerative livestock farm. In addition to sharing various…
- Interview Highlights! (Part 1) · 48 minHey Listeners! We’ve garnered a lot of new listeners lately, and for that we are super thankful. This is a compilation episode featuring some of our favorite interview questions…
- The Rookie Restaurateur Halloween Special! · 53 minOn this episode, things get a bit spoooky. Lisa and Quincy chat about scary things like kitchen horror stories…and taxes! Afterwards, Quincy gives you the DEFINITIVE candy tier…
- Ryan Pfeiffer - Quincy's Friend, Mentor, and Former Michelin Star Chef · 59 minWelcome back, listeners! This week Quincy and Lisa sit down with Ryan Pfeiffer. Ryan has earned many culinary accolades, including serving on the teams of multiple Michelin star…
- Jesse Feldberg - Owner & "Spicy Boi" of Fermented Fire Hot Sauce · 54 min · Season 1 Episode 33Lisa's partner Jesse joins Quincy and Lisa on the podcast to discuss the founding of Fermented Fire, hot sauce making, and the upcoming "Hot Ones" inspired event happening at…
- Wine Night 3 - Caviar Bumps, Movie Theater Popcorn, and Stump the Somm! · 45 minLisa and Quincy round out this Wine Night Triple Threat by dishing out some food trend gripes and settling an age-old debate, is movie theater popcorn overrated? Once tensions…
- Wine Night 2 - Restaurant Opening Emotions, Brown Bagged Lunches, and Breaking Down "White People Tacos" · 46 min · Season 1 Episode 32Quincy and Lisa are back at it again, leading off the episode talking about the feelings of opening and closing of restaurants. They also dive into two different childhood meals…
- Cam Terry - Lead Farmer at Garden Variety Harvests · 50 min · Season 1 Episode 31Cam Terry, Owner/Lead farmer of Garden Variety Harvests joins Quincy and Lisa on the podcast! Cam has been investing in the local Roanoke food and farm scene for years, and has…
- Wine Night - Pure Vibes, Industry Talk, and LOTS of Tomfoolery! · 1 h 2 minLisa and Quincy are BUSY!! As such they cut loose and record a podcast in the evening for the first time, and enjoy a couple of glasses of wine while doing so. Along with some…
- Tyler Thomas - Chef/Owner of Yard Bull Meats · 52 min · Season 1 Episode 30Tyler Thomas (potentially Roanoke's most handsome chef) joins Lisa and Quincy on the podcast to talk about his culinary journey, and being the executive chef at The River and…
- Jeff Farmer - Executive Chef of STOCK · 59 min · Season 1 Episode 29Jeff Farmer joins Quincy and Lisa on the "Rookie Restaurateur" podcast to talk about his career, running restaurants, his future, and he partakes in a few of our podcast games!…
- What Makes A Good Cookout? Hot Dog Talk, Novelty Ice Cream Tier List!! · 45 minA little bit of everything on this episode. First, technical difficulties. Then Lisa shares a brief memory of Chef James Kent who recently passed. From there Lisa and Quincy…
- Is Eating Outside Overrated?? Blind Lemonade Taste Test, and MORE Game Segments! · 46 min · Season 1 Episode 27On this episode of Rookie Restaurateur Lisa & Quincy have an easy breezy summertime episode in store! They discuss summer dining trends from eating outside to what kind of menu…
- Chili Crunch DRAMA? What Makes a Casserole? Blind Dessert Ranking! · 1 h 1 min · Season 1 Episode 26On this episode, Quincy and Lisa review some of the ongoing developments regarding the Momofuku Chili Crunch drama. The duo dives into casseroles, an apparent love/hate…
- Is Lunch The Worst Meal Of The Day? Ice Cream Tier List & More!! · 53 min · Season 1 Episode 25This is Rookie Restaurateur's First LIVE! podcast. Thank you to GetToKnowNoke for this opportunity. On this episode, Quincy and Lisa do some crowd work to get a feel on their…
- Lee Campbell - Sommelier and Partner in Common Wealth Crush · 1 h 2 min · Season 1 Episode 24Lee Campbell is a sommelier who has been featured in Bon Appetit, Charleston Food + Wine, and many other publications. She has a passion for all things wine, but especially…
- Alex Eliades - Chef/Owner of "Bread Craft" · 1 h 0 min · Season 1 Episode 23Lisa and Quincy are joined by Alex Eliades Chef/Owner of Breadcraft Roanoke. Alex shares his restaurateur journey with Breadcraft, tips on baking bread and pretzels, and ranks…
- Food Movies, Re-Thinking Spaghetti and Meatballs, Utensil Tier List! · 42 min · Season 1 Episode 22Lisa and Quincy bounce around the culinary world, diving into a variety of culinary topics to discuss on the podcast today! From their favorite culinary movies, to a new segment…
