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  • Aspiring Chefs: Want to Know How to Make It? Matt Wilden’s Story Will Show You the Way!

    Aspiring Chefs: Want to Know How to Make It? Matt Wilden’s Story Will Show You the Way!
    Oct 16 2024
    In this episode, we sit down with renowned Birmingham chef Matt Wilden, who discovered his passion for cooking later in life and transformed it into a successful career. If you're an aspiring chef or thinking it's too late to follow your dream, this conversation will change your perspective. Matt shares his inspiring journey, from mastering wood fire cooking and perfecting pizza to hosting innovative pop-up events and becoming one of Birmingham’s top chefs. Learn how relentless drive, dedication to learning, and commitment to creativity pushed Matt to the forefront of the culinary scene. Get valuable insights, tips, and advice on navigating a late start in the kitchen and turning your passion into a profession. Whether you're new to the culinary world or looking to advance your skills, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable takeaways! Key takeaways for aspiring chefs - How to succeed no matter when you start - The value of constantly learning and innovating - Overcoming challenges in the culinary industry Don’t miss out on Matt Wielden’s incredible story! Watch now and get inspired to take your own culinary career to the next level! 00:00 Introduction and Casual Conversation 00:12 Discussing TV Shows and Chef Life 03:02 Challenges of Takeaway and Lockdown 04:48 Journey to Becoming a Chef 09:22 Experiences in Various Kitchens 15:07 Starting a Pizza Business 21:30 Menu Evolution and Popular Dishes 24:53 Cooking Techniques and Inspirations 28:57 Sunday Dinners and Future Plans 29:43 The Roast Potato Panic 30:20 Perfecting the Roast Dinner 32:20 The Pressure of Cooking 33:52 Exploring Pop-Ups and Mexican Cuisine 40:41 The Art of Pizza Making 44:51 Advice for Aspiring Chefs 48:39 Fun and Favorites 53:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Matt Wilden Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/matt.wilden/ Sponsors Stock Local Craft Rum Burning Barn In Your Venue-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.burningbarnrum.com/pages/trade-1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy Burning Barn Rum-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.burningbarnrum.com/collections/3-rums⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Burning Barn On Insta-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/burningbarnrum/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Food Delivery Businesses Sign Up & Save Money With Easy Food Here-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://easyfood.co.uk/restaurant-opportunity⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download Easy Food App Here-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://easyfood.co.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Easy Food On Insta-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/easyfood.co.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Easy Food West Mids-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/easyfood.westmidlands/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Opening Drone Footage From Rob At Alto Drones-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/alto.drones/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music From Tom Ford-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetennischampion/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/breakingbreadpodcastbirmingham/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/PodcastBread ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/breakingbreadpodcastuk ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For full show notes visit our Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://breakingbreadbirmingham.co.uk
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    1 h y 4 m
  • Matt Wilden Trailer

    Matt Wilden Trailer
    Oct 15 2024

    This is a tasty bitesize teaser for our chat with the awesome & talented Matt Wilden
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  • No Experience? No Problem! How Original Patty Men Launched a Thriving Restaurant Business

    No Experience? No Problem! How Original Patty Men Launched a Thriving Restaurant Business
    Oct 9 2024
    Get ready for a deep dive into the unstoppable rise of Tom & Scott, the masterminds behind OPM, Birmingham's burger sensation! In this episode of Breaking Bread, we uncover how they went from fashion to food, launching OPM with zero culinary experience. Hear the wild stories of their early street food hustle, the first-ever DDC, and how they took their brand from pop-up to permanent. Plus, we talk about their new venture, Kilder, and what makes their pizza the gnarliest in Brum. Don't miss this inside look at building a food empire! 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:13 Preparing for the Hill Walk 00:43 Nostalgic Moments and Realizations 01:44 Early Life and Career Beginnings 05:06 The Birth of a Food Passion 06:02 First Steps into the Food Business 07:25 Challenges and Early Successes 11:29 Building a Brand and Expanding 13:44 Transition to a Full-Time Venture 15:56 Collaborations and Community 24:27 Opening the Restaurant 40:30 The Quest for Quality Meat 41:10 Expanding to New Farms 42:36 Crafting the Perfect Patty 44:22 The Smash Burger Debate 45:46 Birmingham's Burger Scene 49:07 Experimenting with New Burgers 52:29 Introducing Deep Pan Pizza 57:49 Favorite TV Shows and Movies 01:00:43 Music and Cookbooks 01:05:04 Fast Food Favorites 01:06:27 Top Food Destinations 01:11:23 Concluding Thoughts Socials OPM Website- https://originalpattymen.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/originalpattymen Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/OriginalPattyMen Kilder Website- https://www.kilderbar.co.uk/ Insta- https://www.instagram.com/kilder_bar Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/KilderBar Cornershop Pizza- https://www.instagram.com/cornershop_pizza/ Scott Insta- https://www.instagram.com/scott_opm/ Tom Insta- https://www.instagram.com/tom_opm/ Sponsors Stock Local Craft Rum Burning Barn In Your Venue-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.burningbarnrum.com/pages/trade-1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy Burning Barn Rum-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.burningbarnrum.com/collections/3-rums⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Burning Barn On Insta-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/burningbarnrum/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Food Delivery Businesses Sign Up & Save Money With Easy Food Here-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://easyfood.co.uk/restaurant-opportunity⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download Easy Food App Here-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://easyfood.co.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Easy Food On Insta-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/easyfood.co.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Easy Food West Mids-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/easyfood.westmidlands/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Opening Drone Footage From Rob At Alto Drones-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/alto.drones/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music From Tom Ford-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetennischampion/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/breakingbreadpodcastbirmingham/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/PodcastBread ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/breakingbreadpodcastuk ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For full show notes visit our Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://breakingbreadbirmingham.co.uk
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    1 h y 22 m
  • OPM Trailer

    OPM Trailer
    Oct 8 2024

    A bitesize appetiser for our awesome chat with Tom & Scott, the people behind award-winning burger sensation Original Patty Men
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  • How To Open A Coffee Shop With Lydia Papaphilippopoulos Snape

    How To Open A Coffee Shop With Lydia Papaphilippopoulos Snape
    Oct 2 2024
    In this episode, we break bread with Lydia. Lydia shares a candid recount of the challenges faced while opening her three successful businesses, Warwick St Kitchen in Leamington, Saint Kitchen in Brums JQ and her new bakery in Warwick. From cost overruns due to inflation and crises, to issues with cash flow and supply chain disruptions. Despite the turmoil, Lydia’s relentless determination and resilience have led her to be the success she is today. Our chat also goes over the importance of creating a great company culture, hiring for passion over credentials, and being an honest, supportive leader. Emphasising the rewarding but tough nature of hospitality, Lydia shares plenty of business advice and tips for aspiring hospitality business owners as well as more experienced ones. Lydia also tells us about her detailed course on opening a coffee shop. Tune in for practical tips, personal anecdotes, and invaluable business advice from a passionate hospitality expert. Get ready to be inspired for your own venture! 00:00 Introduction: From Failed Musician to Rock Band Days 01:06 Career Guidance and Work Experience 02:00 Pandemic Challenges and Business Survival 03:32 Expanding the Business Amidst Adversity 07:07 Building a Strong Team and Company Culture 10:54 Navigating the Hospitality Industry 18:19 Overcoming Major Setbacks 24:21 Launching an Online Course for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 34:14 Navigating Mental Health in the Workplace 35:06 The Challenges of Hospitality Management 37:21 Balancing Support and Business Needs 38:23 Embracing Imperfection as a Manager 38:47 The Importance of Honesty and Integrity 39:43 Coaching and Developing Management Skills 42:26 Handling Mistakes and Building Trust 44:13 Difficult Decisions in Leadership 47:03 The Reality of Running a Business 50:22 Book Recommendations and Personal Growth 56:28 Quickfire Questions and Personal Favorites Lydia Socials How To Open A Coffee Shop Course- https://lydia-papaphilippopoulos-s-school.teachable.com/p/how-to-open-a-coffee-shop *Don’t forget the exclusive listener Code- BB15 for 15% off Lydia Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/lpapznape/ Warwick St- https://www.warwickstreetkitchen.com/cafe-leamington-spa Saint Kitchen- https://www.saintkitchen.com/ Sponsors Stock Local Craft Rum Burning Barn In Your Venue-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.burningbarnrum.com/pages/trade-1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy Burning Barn Rum-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.burningbarnrum.com/collections/3-rums⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Burning Barn On Insta-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/burningbarnrum/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Food Delivery Businesses Sign Up & Save Money With Easy Food Here-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://easyfood.co.uk/restaurant-opportunity⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download Easy Food App Here-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://easyfood.co.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Easy Food On Insta-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/easyfood.co.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Easy Food West Mids-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/easyfood.westmidlands/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Opening Drone Footage From Rob At Alto Drones-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/alto.drones/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music From Tom Ford-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetennischampion/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/breakingbreadpodcastbirmingham/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/PodcastBread ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/breakingbreadpodcastuk ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For full show notes visit our Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://breakingbreadbirmingham.co.uk
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    1 h y 17 m
  • Lydia Papaphilippopoulos Snape Trailer

    Lydia Papaphilippopoulos Snape Trailer
    Oct 1 2024

    This is a trailer for tomorrow's episode with the successful business owner and creator of the fantastic new course How To Open A Coffee Shop, Lydia Papaphilippopoulos Snape. Tune in for practical tips, personal anecdotes, and invaluable business advice from this passionate hospitality expert. Get ready to be inspired for your own venture!
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  • Ed & Neil: How To Build A Successful Restaurant Group One Venue At A Time

    Ed & Neil: How To Build A Successful Restaurant Group One Venue At A Time
    Sep 25 2024
    Welcome to Breaking Bread, the ultimate food podcast that celebrates the vibrant culinary landscape of Birmingham. We break bread with Imposter Group directors Neil and Ed this week as they share their journeys to Birmingham, delving into the city's thriving hospitality scene. Discover their experiences from working at renowned venues to opening their own successful establishments. Learn about the booming cocktail and food culture, the history and legacy of their notorious pub in the JQ The Church, and the passion driving Birmingham’s culinary excellence. Tune in for an in-depth chat about local beers, unique dishes, and the community spirit that makes the city’s food and pub experiences unforgettable. 00:00 Welcome to Breaking Bread 00:10 From Scotland to Birmingham 00:38 First Impressions of Birmingham 01:06 Life in Edinburgh 04:32 Birmingham's Transformation 08:18 The Rise of Cocktail Culture 14:13 The Burger Boom 15:09 Career Journey in Hospitality 17:54 Starting Tiger Bites Pig 30:03 Navigating COVID Challenges 45:50 Learning the Ropes of Interior Design 47:18 Challenges of Opening Tierra 48:11 Unexpected Hurdles and Quick Fixes 51:23 Navigating Equipment and Supply Issues 53:52 The Importance of Community and Collaboration 57:38 Reviving and Maintaining Venue Standards 01:03:21 The Unique Offerings of Txikiteo 01:07:31 The Art of Crafting Quality Food and Drink 01:26:15 Quick Fire Round: Personal Favorites Get Social Tiger Bites Pig- https://www.instagram.com/_tigerbitespig/ The Church- https://www.instagram.com/thechurchjq_/ Tierra- https://www.instagram.com/tierratacos/ Trentina- https://www.instagram.com/trentinajq/ Txikiteo- https://www.instagram.com/txikiteo_/ Sponsors Stock Local Craft Rum Burning Barn In Your Venue-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.burningbarnrum.com/pages/trade-1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy Burning Barn Rum-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.burningbarnrum.com/collections/3-rums⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Burning Barn On Insta-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/burningbarnrum/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Food Delivery Businesses Sign Up & Save Money With Easy Food Here-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://easyfood.co.uk/restaurant-opportunity⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download Easy Food App Here-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://easyfood.co.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Easy Food On Insta-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/easyfood.co.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Easy Food West Mids-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/easyfood.westmidlands/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Opening Drone Footage From Rob At Alto Drones-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/alto.drones/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music From Tom Ford-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetennischampion/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/breakingbreadpodcastbirmingham/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/PodcastBread ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/breakingbreadpodcastuk ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For full show notes visit our Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://breakingbreadbirmingham.co.uk
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    1 h y 44 m
  • How To Build A Restaurant Group Trailer

    How To Build A Restaurant Group Trailer
    Sep 24 2024

    This is the trailer for our next episode with Ed & Neil—directors of the brilliant Imposter Restaurant Group. The group has brought us incredible Birmingham venues such as Tiger Bites Pig, Trentina and The Church. Tune in for the full episode
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