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New York's grumpiest restaurant owner has made a lot of people happy.

Julio Peña is one of the most beloved restaurant owners in New York City. Alongside his wife Beatrice, he has been operating Il Posto Accanto in the East Village for over 25 years — providing a home to neighborhood regulars and guests from around the world. Follow along on Instagram: @ilpostoaccanto

How a legendary old-school French Chef learned do work with Gen Z'ers

Christophe Bellanca is the chef of Essential and was head chef of Le Cirque and many other famous restaurants. He is the hardest working man I've met and a charmer. Follow Christophe: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christophebellanca [https://www.instagram.com/christophebellanca] Restaurant (Essential by Christophe): https://www.instagram.com/essentialnyc [https://www.instagram.com/essentialnyc]

Brenda and Dan part 6: Why brand activations have ruined America (and what they are)

brenda cullerton is the goat follow her @brendasidioms

NYC's Queen of Thai Food: How to use systems and be decisive

Jenn Saesue is the co-owner of Fish Cheeks and Bangkok Supper club two of the best thai restaurants in the country. She is one of the great operators out there and there is so much to learn from her. Follow Jenn + her restaurants Jenn Saesue (personal): https://www.instagram.com/jennsaesue/ [https://www.instagram.com/jennsaesue/] 55 Hospitality Group: https://www.instagram.com/55hospitality/ [https://www.instagram.com/55hospitality/] Fish Cheeks: https://www.instagram.com/fishcheeksnyc/ [https://www.instagram.com/fishcheeksnyc/]

50 Year Manager of Zabar's: The biggest challenges running a grocery store + a history of Zabar's

Scott Goldshine of Zabar's has been working at the store for 50 years and has a lot of stories! Follow Dan at instagram.com/danielgeneen [http://instagram.com/danielgeneen] Tell dan where to tour his stand up comedy punchuplive.com/danielgeneen [http://punchuplive.com/danielgeneen]