Written by I remember sitting in my sixteen-seat dining room on a rainy Tuesday in 2004, staring at a pile of invoices that made absolutely no sense. I had the best ingredients, a staff that would walk through fire for me, and a menu that people raved about, yet my bank balance was looking thinner than a … Continue reading “The Complete Guide to Where Restaurant Money Goes”
If you’ve spent any time scrolling through social media, you’ve likely seen a “complete guide to opening a restaurant” that looks more like a lifestyle brochure than a business plan. They promise you marble countertops, artisanal sourdough, and a curated playlist, as if the secret to success is simply having a sense of aesthetic. Let … Continue reading “The Complete Guide to Opening a Restaurant”