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Cloud Kitchens: Interview with Joseph Shumaker of Foodspace – Cambro Eats Episode 25

September 25, 2020 Felix Bazgan 00:49:48

Cloud kitchens. Ghost kitchens. Virtual kitchens.

Whatever you call them, they’re a hot topic. If the general public wan’t that aware of them prior to coronavirus, they certainly are now – with major brands like Chuck E. Cheese, Cracker Barrel, and Bloomin’ Brands all getting into the virtual space to keep growing.

Joseph Shumaker

In this episode of Cambro Eats, we talk to Joseph Shumaker – founder of Foodspace, a Silicon Valley-based company that designs and manages the food and beverage operations for a variety of clients – from high tech companies to sports venues.

Topics covered in this show:

Future of Virtual Kitchens

Who Owns Delivery: Battle of the Apps

Supermarkets vs. Restaurants

Please listen to the interview and check out the links below to connect.

Guest: Joseph Shumaker

Host: Felix Bazgan

Foodspace : Website | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook

Episode 24 Interview with Sir Bruno Serato from Anaheim White House and Caterina’s Club

July 22, 2020 Felix Bazgan 00:14:09

In this episode we bring you an interview with Chef Bruno Serato. Chef Bruno is the owner of the historic Anaheim White House restaurant but what really has made him known around the world is the non-profit organization he founded – Caterina’s Club. Named after his mother, this organization serves 5,000 warm meals to underprivileged kids every single night. Caterina’s Club has expanded to 90 sites in 30 cities.

Sir Bruno Serato This interview was conducted before the coronavirus pandemic and I’m sure you can imagine the demand for Chef Bruno’s non-profit work has been in great demand, not just by underprivileged kids but the larger local community. Since the pandemic has hit Orange County, Chef Bruno’s charity has served 1 million meals. That is very impressive.

The White House restaurant has a great vibe and it was really great getting a tour of this historic place by Chef Bruno. One last thing to point out, if you google Bruno Serato, you’re likely to see Sir Bruno listed – that’s because he’s made such an impact that he’s been knighted by the Italian government.

Please listen to the interview and check out the links below to connect.

Guest: Sir Bruno Serato

Host: Felix Bazgan

Anaheim White House Restaurant : Website | Twitter | Facebook

Caterina’s Club: Website

Episode 23 Interview with Fred Guerrero from Burgerlords

June 10, 2020 Felix Bazgan 0:27:15

Welcome to another episode of Cambro Eats!

In this episode, I had the chance to talk to Fred Guerrero of Burgerlords in Los Angeles. Fred and his brother Max are co-owners of this growing burger chain. While having a robust vegetarian menu, Burgerlords definitely hits the spot for all dietary preferences.

This interview occurred right in the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic and Fred talks about how that has impacted their business as well as steps they’ve taken to support their employees during this time.

Please listen to the interview and check out the links below to connect.

Guest: Fred Guerrero

Host: Felix Bazgan

Burgerlords : Website | Instagram | Facebook

Cambro: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Cambro Eats Website

Episode 22 Interview with Chef Jeoffrey Offer from Moulin

February 7, 2020 Felix Bazgan 00:03:39

One of the great things about this job is getting to interact with a variety of people in the foodservice industry. At sometimes it’s a real life, face to face interaction. This episode is one of those. We had the opportunity to visit a local French establishment called Moulin. It’s a bit of everything – a café, a bakery, a great place for a baguette sandwich.

Moulin currently has four locations and this interview with Executive Chef Joffrey Offer was at their newest location in Costa Mesa, California.

Take a look at some of the delicious items and behind the scenes action.

This is the video interview:

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Guest: Jeoffrey Offer

Host: Felix Bazgan

Moulin : Website | Instagram | Facebook

Cambro: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Cambro Eats Website

Episode 20 Interview with Chris Rivest

October 30, 2019 Felix Bazgan 00:23:09

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In this episode we talk to a Chef whose love for Cambro is literally skin deep.

Chef Chris Rivest is not unlike many foodservice professionals. Started in the industry young, went into broadcasting and advertising, started a comedy YouTube cooking show, got selected to be on Masterchef Canada and is now the sous chef, beekeeper, head butcher and pit master a newly opened restaurant. Well, maybe not quite everyone had the same path as Chris.

Hear all about his varied career thus far and that famous tattoo that got him viral attention.

Episode 19 – Interview with Steve Chu of Ekiben

September 26, 2019 Felix Bazgan 00:10:28

In this episode of Cambro Eats, we take you to Baltimore! Steve Chu, co-owner of Ekiben, shares the story of his popular Asian Fusion restaurant.

From humble beginnings with a hot dog cart (and trusty Cambro insulated transporters), Steve and his team are celebrating 3 years in a brick and mortar location and planning a new store opening later in 2019. Even today though they rely on those Cambro transporters to keep those artisanal steamed bun sandwiches and rice perfect for all types of delivery and events.

Check out some of the pics from Ekiben: