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It Takes A Village (And Sometimes A Messy Middle) with Niki Toscani & Francesca Galarus

It Takes a Village (and a Messy Middle) | Niki Toscani & Francesca Galarus Hi friends - today we’re taking a little field trip to Fishtown, Philadelphia!! 🍷🥒 Niki Tosca

Liz Grandchamp on Building a Consulting Business in Hospitality

Liz Grandchamp shares how she built Grandchamp Hospitality from pop-ups and catering into a consulting practice shaped by years in restaurants, construction-heavy project

Don't Have A Conniption: Melissa Katrincic of Durham Distillery

This conversation follows Melissa Katrincic, co-founder and CEO of Durham Distillery, through a year of major transition, from trademark chaos and misleading headlines to

Simone Saleh Lawson and Noelle Saleh on Family Business, Motherhood, and Building FigMINT Farms

Sara Abernethy sits down with Noelle and Simone, the sisters behind Sassool, for a conversation about growing up in their family restaurant, navigating leadership with th

Adé Carrena on the Beauty of Delusion, Lineage, and Storytelling in Cooking and Business

Award-winning chef, culinary story teller, and documentary film maker Adé Carrena shares the personal and political layers behind her food, her documentary work, and the

Deirdre Auld: The Path from Service to CEO

Deirdre Auld, CEO of the Coda Group and leadership coach, shares her journey of professional evolution, the importance of reflective practice, and balancing growth with a

Dana Cowin on Progressive Hedonist & Community-Driven Food Initiatives

Dana Cowin is an award-winning editor, author and convener who propels change through food and joy. Founder of Progressive Hedonist, Cowin has launched a national event

Andia Xouris: The Best Is Yet To Be

Discover the inspiring journey of Andia Xouris, from her childhood in Cyprus to building an award-winning, nationally acclaimed ice cream brand in North Carolina. This ep

Anna Edwards: A Day In The Life of an Award-Winning Sommelier

Sara hangs out with Anna Edwards, sommelier of the iconic, Michelin-starred Poole's Diner in Raleigh, NC.  In this conversation, they discuss imposter syndrome in wine, w

Anh Luu on Chef-ing On Your Own Terms

You know her from Queer Eye in New Orleans, you know her from Chopped, OR you know her for her social media sensation, "The Pho-rrito" - meet Anh Luu! In this episode,

Randi Weinstein on 10 Years of the FAB Conference: The Power of Community with Restaurant Owners

In this episode, Randi Weinstein shares her journey of founding and growing the FAB Conference—a vibrant space for women in the food, beverage, and hospitality industries

Anne McBride Ph.D. on Supporting Restaurants through the James Beard Foundation

Explore how the James Beard Foundation is driving impact through innovative programs, advocacy, and educational resources in the food industry. Sara Abernethy interviews

Inez Ribustello on the Sweet Life of Retiring From Business Ownership

Discover the inspiring journey of Inie Ribustello, a Tarboro-based restaurateur, author, and hospitality leader, as she navigates career transitions, personal growth, and

LIVE from The Durham Hotel - Molly Irani on "Service Ready"

Most entrepreneurs never reveal the messy, real behind-the-scenes stories that shape their success. Molly Irani — founder of the James Beard Award-winning Chai Pani resta

Balancing Ownership and Operations in Hospitality with Maggie Kane and Ashley Malinowski

This episode explores the vital (and often tenuous) relationship between ownership and management in restaurants. It's kind of a catch 22 - owners need talented leaders w

Tiffany Welton on Taking The Leap and Staying True To Your Vision

Sara Abernethy chats with Tiffany Welton, Owner and Founder of RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar in Cary, NC. Yes, THAT RBF!   Check out RBF's upcoming events and their W

Petrushka Basin Larsen on working with your Partner, Motherhood and Scaling Your Business

What does it look like to build a business that reflects your values—and still make room for joy, family, and rest? In this episode of Her Seat at the Table, host Sara A

Sandi Kronick on Creating More Sustainable Food Systems Through Connection

Sara Abernethy chats with Sandi Kronick, Founder & CEO of Happy Dirt, a Durham-based company that is creating sustainable food systems, by not only being a release valve

Live from the "Evolving in Hospitality: A Woman’s Perspective" Panel

What does it really take to evolve and thrive as a woman in hospitality? In this special live episode of Her Seat at the Table, we bring you Evolving in Hospitality: A Wo