Behind the Plate
Ever dreamed of owning a restaurant but don’t know where to start? Behind the Plate is your cheat sheet for making it happen. Each 15-minute episode dives deep with real restaurant owners, uncovering the lessons, struggles, and insider tips that turn food dreams into reality.
Whether you're an aspiring chef, entrepreneur, or just curious about the business side of restaurants, this podcast serves up everything you need to know—no fluff, just actionable insights.
Tune in and get the knowledge, inspiration, and support to build your own successful restaurant.
Episodes
9 episodes
Behind the Plate - Trailer 2
Antonio Howell Interviewed shared several clips from the, Behind the Plate podcast. First, Chip Malara, of Malara Gardens discussed the financial impact of unsold Christmas trees, citing high costs due to transportation and the pricey nature o...
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Behind the Plate - Bonus Episode - Silver State Foods - Pat Aiello
Pat Aiello, former owner of Silver State Foods, discussed the evolution of his family's business, which began in 1940 as a bar and restaurant supply business. By 1950, they entered the food business with barbecued beef, later adding spaghetti s...
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18:55
Behind the Plate Episode 5 - Fish & Company - Trevor Escalante
Trevor Escalante discusses his journey into the restaurant industry, influenced by his family's history in food service. He worked his way up from entry-level roles to corporate training and store opening, but sought independence. Trevor co-fou...
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Episode 5
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14:13
Behind the Plate - Episode 4 - Patrick Ernst - Silver State Foods
Patrick explains that his family-owned business, which started as a manufacturer of Italian goods, has expanded to include hot sauces and barbecue. They supply both retail and food service, with a 50/50 split between the two. The pandemic shift...
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Episode 4
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14:13
Behind the Plate Episode 3 - Dagan Lynn - National Cattlemen's Beef Association
Antonio Howell hosts a podcast called "Behind the Plate," where he explores the restaurant industry. He interviews a seasoned professional who has opened nine restaurants and six hotels, including a Michelin-starred restaurant. The guest discus...
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Episode 3
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38:17
Behind the Plate Episode 2 - Part 2 - Allen Burger Venture -Dino Debell
Dino DeBell shared his journey from working in his family's restaurant to becoming a successful chef. He detailed his early experiences at Mama Mia's in Denver, his transition to fine dining, and his move to Hawaii and Vail. Dino discussed the ...
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Episode 2
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10:21
Behind the Plate Episode 2 - Part 1 - Allen Burger Venture -Dino Debell
Dino DeBell shared his journey from working in his family's restaurant to becoming a successful chef. He detailed his early experiences at Mama Mia's in Denver, his transition to fine dining, and his move to Hawaii and Vail. Dino discussed the ...
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Episode 2
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Behind the Plate Episode 1 - Malara Gardens - Chip Malara and Lisa Wera
In this episode, we visit Malara Gardens—a family-owned garden center and farmers market in Arvada, Colorado. Malara Gardens has been with the community since 1957. Today, host Antonio Howell sits down with Chip Malara, the current owner, who s...
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Episode 1
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