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Restaurant Technology Podcast

Cali BBQ Media
Toast
National Restaurant Association Show
Chicago
New York City
Times Square
Copia
Autonomous Delivery
Las Vegas
Amazon
Restaurant Technology Substack
Menu Engineering
José Andrés Group
Mercado Little Spain
Food On Demand
Levain Bakery
Ravenous Pig
Neighborhood Coalition For Shelters
Chance For Change
London
New York City, United States

Restaurant Technology is a weekly business news series hosted by Cali BBQ Media Founder Shawn Walchef. Keep up to date on the latest stories, insights, and thought leadership in the modern restaurant technology landscape. restauranttechnology.substack.com

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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit restauranttechnology.substack.com

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Damien Deer
Guest from BC, Canada; interested in POS and hospitality tech
Canada (BC)
Episode: Welcome to the World Cup of the Restaurant Industry: Live in Chicago 2026
Jared Pfeiffer
Publisher, event organizer, maestro at Food On Demand
Food On Demand / conference organizer
Episode: Live from Food On Demand Conference - Dallas
Troy Hooper
CEO of Pepper Lawrence, Japanese fast casual concept
Pepper Lunch / Pepper Lawrence
Episode: LIVE from Restaurant Leadership Conference 2026
Julie Petrakis
Co-owner of Ravenous Pig and related concepts
Ravenous Pig (Winter Park, FL)
Episode: Survival, Scaling, and the Restaurant Tech Stack Behind Ravenous Pig
James Petrakis
Co-owner of Ravenous Pig and related concepts
Ravenous Pig (Winter Park, FL)
Episode: Survival, Scaling, and the Restaurant Tech Stack Behind Ravenous Pig
Gustavo Cardona
Chief Technology Officer, Levain Bakery
Levain Bakery
Episode: Go Inside NYC's Famous Levain Bakery on a Restaurant Tech Tour
Kimberly Smith
CEO, Copia
Copia
Episode: Feeding People, Not Landfills with Food Donation Technology
Ernesto Rodriguez
Chef
Mercado Little Spain
Episode: Feeding People, Not Landfills with Food Donation Technology
Eric Olafsen
Chief Financial Officer at Cali BBQ
Cali BBQ
Episode: 4 Menu Engineering Hacks to Boost Profits

Host

Shawn Walchef
Host of the show; founder of Cali BBQ Media; prominent voice in restaurant technology conversations

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 2 ratings
  • So Happy About Substack

    I’ve been wanting to see Shawn Walchef and then Cali BBQ Media team get into the Substack for a while so it’s exciting news it is here! I hope more people find this series so they can join the community. A Rising Tide Lifts All Ships.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BBQHunk
    United Statesa year ago

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Guests typically bring hands-on experience with tech stacks and operational insights that are useful for operators and vendors.
Listeners appreciate the practical, real-world focus on restaurant tech and profitability.
Episodes balance show floor experiences with actionable tips for growth and partnerships.
The host's community-building angle and live event coverage feel energetic and informative.

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Apple Podcasts
#225
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A practical, industry-forward program focused on restaurant technology, operations, and growth strategies. Episodes frequently tackle POS systems, delivery and off-premise trends, data-driven operations, and live event coverage from major trade shows and conferences. Noteworthy is the emphasis on community building, practical tips for exhibitors and operators, and a willingness to spotlight real-world tech stacks and profitability lessons from multi-concept hospitality groups. The show often features practitioners and tech leaders sharing actionable insights, vendor perspectives, and firsthand experiences to help operators modernize and scale their businesses.

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1. Damien Deer
2. Jared Pfeiffer
3. Troy Hooper
4. Julie Petrakis
5. James Petrakis
6. Gustavo Cardona
7. Kimberly Smith
8. Ernesto Rodriguez

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