#10 - So Salsa, Tree House, Rock Salt

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06/18/20 • 63 min

Andy and his family are the operators of three fantastic food and drink businesses in Crosby, just north of Liverpool City. All located within a half-mile radius, each site has a unique offering, taste and feel.
During the podcast, Andy spoke to us about the contrast in operating suburb sites versus city-centre sites, the pros and cons to both and things to consider when deciding on where your next venue should be located.

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#9 - Present Company

Simon is the creator of Present Company cocktail bar in Liverpool City Centre. Just over a year old, the no-nonsense bar has just one objective "to serve world-class drinks in a nice room and make sure everybody has a great time".
Simon has a distinguished hospitality career having previously worked for Wetherspoons, Hilton Hotel, Be At One and his personal favourite Callooh Callay where he was GM for three years at the time the bar was listed as a top 10 cocktail bar in the world.
During the podcast, Simon told about his fondness for Liverpool and its independent culture and he talked us through his decision-making process when setting up Present Company including finding a location, deciding on a name and kitting the place out.

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#11 - Honest Burgers

Philip is a Co-Founder of the very popular restaurant Honest Burgers. Now with 37 sites up and down the country, the business has focussed on doing one thing very well - british style homemade burger and chips.
By most people's definition, the business is no longer an independent having already secured third-party capital investment in order to grow. However, Philip and his Co-Founder Tom, are very passionate about holding on the independent nature they started with.
This topic forms the basis for the podcast, Philip talks to us about company culture and organisation and how important it is to retain the values and morals the business started with as they grow.

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