Rookie Restaurateur

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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.

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Cam Terry - Lead Farmer at Garden Variety Harvests

Aug 21 2024 50 mins

Cam 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 been continuing to grow his outreach. Focusing on hyper-local, Cam is a pillar in the community, and shares his farming experiences while also promoting his upcoming event "OkraFest"Host: Lisa Archer and Qui

Wine Night - Pure Vibes, Industry Talk, and LOTS of Tomfoolery!

Aug 07 2024 62 mins

Lisa 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 wine vibes, this episode is chock full of food tomfoolery games, and a bit of industry talk! The vibes this episode are IMMCAULATE!Host: Lisa Archer and Quincy RandolphFollow Quincy on Instagram : https://www

Tyler Thomas - Chef/Owner of Yard Bull Meats

Jul 24 2024 51 mins

Tyler 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 Rail while owning his own business Yard Bull Meats . Host: Lisa Archer and Quincy RandolphGuest: Tyler ThomasFollow Quincy on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/chef_qr/Follow Lisa Archer on Instagram: http

Jeff Farmer - Executive Chef of STOCK

Jul 10 2024 58 mins

Jeff 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!Host: Lisa Archer and Quincy RandolphGuest: Jeff FarmerFollow Quincy on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/chef_qr/Follow Lisa Archer on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ohgoodgolly_/This episode is sp

What Makes A Good Cookout? Hot Dog Talk, Novelty Ice Cream Tier List!!

Jun 26 2024 44 mins

A 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 discuss what makes a good cookout + they wonder how they would fair in the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating competition. And wrap the episode with a few game segments and a Novelty Ice Cream tier list! Host: Lisa Archer

Is Eating Outside Overrated?? Blind Lemonade Taste Test, and MORE Game Segments!

Jun 12 2024 45 mins

On 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 items they expect to see in the summer. They blind taste some lemonades with mixed results, and they showcase their synergy as hosts through a couple of new on air games!Host: Lisa Archer and Quincy Rand

Chili Crunch DRAMA? What Makes a Casserole? Blind Dessert Ranking!

May 29 2024 61 mins

On 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 relationship for Quincy. And lastly Lisa and Quincy try their hand at multiple new on air "games" for the listeners enjoyment. Host: Lisa Archer and Quincy RandolphFollow Quincy on Instagram : https://www.instagram.

Is Lunch The Worst Meal Of The Day? Ice Cream Tier List & More!!

May 15 2024 52 mins

This 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 first live audience, and then Quincy goes on an unscripted rant about lunch. Lisa drops some knowledge about salt, and we pull a random guest from the audience to participate in the first LIVE tier list! Host:

Lee Campbell - Sommelier and Partner in Common Wealth Crush

May 01 2024 62 mins

Lee 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 natural wines, and has now become a champion promoting Virginia wines. Lee is one of the most established black women in wine, and now is also one of the partners in Common Wealth Crush, a Virginia custom crush

Alex Eliades - Chef/Owner of "Bread Craft"

Apr 17 2024 60 mins

Lisa 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 the best type of bread. This episode is sponsored by RND Coffee. Specialty coffee beans roasted in Roanoke, VA by Quincy and his team. Use code "ROOKIE" to get 10% off your next order: www.roanokecoffee.comWa