Mom & Pop Magic: Why Local Restaurants Crush Franchises w/ Philip Norred of Phillips Kitchen

03/07/25 • 34 min

The divide between passion-driven local restaurants and profit-focused franchises takes center stage in this mouthwatering conversation with food influencer Philip Norred of Phillips Kitchen. From his signature suit to his meticulous review process, Philip pulls back the curtain on how he's built a following by championing Louisiana's mom-and-pop culinary gems.
"There's the people trying to make a dollar and there's the people doing it for the love," Philip explains, capturing the essence of why he focuses on locally-owned establishments. His philosophy shines through as he describes restaurants where owners mop floors and cook in kitchens, contrasting with franchises where owners might live "seven states away."
Philip's approach to content creation is refreshingly authentic. He shares the extensive behind-the-scenes work needed for each 90-second video and reveals why he chooses not to post negative reviews of local businesses. His selection process prioritizes community recommendations, typically requiring multiple followers to suggest the same restaurant before he'll visit.
Food enthusiasts will savor Philip's passionate recommendations across Louisiana, from Gino's Italian in Monroe to Encore pizza in New Orleans. His detailed insights into Neapolitan-style pizza specifications and the competitive Lafayette food scene demonstrate his deep knowledge and genuine love for cuisine.
Whether you're planning a Louisiana food tour or simply appreciate the craft of authentic cooking, Philip's perspective reminds us why locally-owned restaurants deserve our support. Follow him @Phillips_Kitchen on Instagram and discover the places where food is still made with heart.

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Law Have Mercy! - Mom & Pop Magic: Why Local Restaurants Crush Franchises w/ Philip Norred of Phillips Kitchen

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Speaker 100:00:00.140

There's the people trying to make a dollar and there's the people doing it for the love . Typically , you know , your mom and pop shops , locally owned restaurants is doing it for the love . Good quality food the franchise restaurants is trying to do it for a dollar .

Speaker 200:00:18.161

Hey , it's Chaz back again with another episode of Law have Mercy .