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The Late Night Restaurant Podcast Show

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Welcome to "The Late Night Restaurant Podcast" with Canada’s Restaurant Guy & Domenic Pedulla. The ultimate podcast for those who live and breathe the restaurant industry. Hosted by Canada’s Restaurant Guy & Domenic Pedulla we dive into the real conversations shaping food and hospitality today. Shot LIVE | Unfiltered & Real Each episode tackles the biggest issues in restaurants, labour, digital marketing, sustainability, and emerging trends, all with an edutainment approach:

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01:09:15

Alton Watts on Hustle, Flavour and Blue Plates

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2025/07/27

This episode of The Late Night Restaurant Show is pure gold for anyone in foodservice. Jay, Dom, and Beck welcome Alton Watts, from Sysco Food Services, and the conversation swings from hilarious stories to hard‑earned lessons. Alton talks about growing up as the youngest of ten in Jamaica, learning to cook at his mother’s side, and eventually moving to Canada. He shares how he stumbled into the kitchen world, turned a dishwasher shift into a culinary career, and worked his way through Hard Rock

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00:06:12

Quick Clip - The Late Night Restaurant Show

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2025/07/23

LIVE Reading from an article from Ashton Media, The Late Night Restaurant Podcast.

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01:10:34

From AI Overload to Social Media Hacks

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2025/07/21

In this late-night deep dive, Jay and Beck jam on the chaos and promise of tech in the restaurant world from AI tools to SaaS fatigue to why operators are craving clarity more than ever. They get candid about social media noise, future industry trends, and share practical tips you can use tomorrow. Whether you’re running a single shop or a growing group, you’ll hear insights that hit home.✅ 3 Key TakeawaysTech is messy but full of opportunity: AI tools and SaaS can help, but avoid long-term

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00:58:45

The Night John Di Domenico Took Over Our Brains and...

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2025/07/15

The Late night gets loud when John Di Domenico rolls into the studio. He’s an actor, comedian, and impression machine who can flip from Trump to Guy Fieri to Dr. Phil without breaking a sweat or a martini glass. He tells us how he went from a kid with a speech problem to a guy who’s been on Howard Stern more times than some staffers, why he thinks Guy Fieri might hunt him down, and what really happens when you’re paid to be someone else for a living.John doesn’t hold back. He talks food, fame, and

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01:05:45

Faster Tables, Higher Profits: How FastTab Is...

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2025/07/13

In this episode of The Late Night Restaurant Podcast, we sit down with Antonio Cinaflone from FastTab, the Winnipeg-based company quietly transforming dine-in operations across North America. From cutting table turn times in half to increasing average checks by 22%, FastTab is giving operators a low-lift, high-impact solution that customers actually want to use.We talk about what it takes to build tech in the prairies, why QR codes aren’t dead (when done right), and how FastTab’s white-glove

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01:10:33

Leading The Grey Eagle Resort & Casino

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2025/07/06

In this episode, we sit down with Craig Milliken-Smith from Calgary’s Grey Eagle Resort & Casino to talk about what it really takes to lead a massive food, beverage, and gaming operation. From managing over 200 staff to running one of the best Indigenous restaurants in the country, Craig shares his real-world take on leadership, culture, and staying grounded in the chaos.We get into everything from buffet strategy and 24/7 liquor service. It’s heartfelt, hilarious, and full of takeaways for

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01:03:04

The Whiskey District with Josh | Real Restaurants,...

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2025/06/29

What happens when you mix 25 years of kitchen grit, a dream restaurant in Medicine Hat, and dinner domes you can’t eat in? You get Josh Bennett and this week’s episode is a full pour of what it really takes to run one of Alberta’s most impressive independent restaurants. From Earl’s days and the talk about Jay's butter-basted wings to the magic of a pickle pizza, we talk culture, menus, mayhem, and how to lead a team without losing your mind. Plus, a live brainstorm that may or may not involve

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01:11:52

In Conversation with a Canadian Hospitality Icon,...

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2025/06/26

This week on The Late Night Restaurant Podcast, we sit down with one of Canada's most respected hospitality icons: Doug Stephen, founder of WOW Hospitality Group. From early dreams of becoming a doctor to finding his true calling in restaurants, Doug shares his incredible journey from pizza cook at 15 to industry legend and Hall of Famer. With nearly five decades in the business, he opens up about leadership, legacy, and how hospitality is so much more than a job—it's a way of life. This

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01:02:26

Kevin Morrison

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2025/06/24

What happens when a seasoned U.S. restaurateur and coach moves to Calgary and starts helping Canadian operators rethink everything? You get a smart, funny, and totally unfiltered episode of The Late Night Restaurant Show.In this episode, Jay, Dom, and Beck welcome Kevin Morrison a restaurant owner-turned-coach who brings decades of real-world experience to the mic. From the truth about coaching (hint: it’s not just spreadsheets) to what not to do when buying a restaurant, Kevin breaks it down with

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01:07:04

How Finance Actually Saves Restaurants

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2025/06/15

This one’s for the folks who can make a perfect risotto but panic when it’s time to open a spreadsheet. In this episode, Jay and Dom sit down with Bruce Nelson, restaurant operator turned fractional CFO, for a real talk about the money side of the business. No fluff, no jargon, just stories, insight and honest advice from someone who’s helped countless operators move from barely surviving to building something sustainable. They get into the grind of managing finances, menu costing, the danger of

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01:12:52

Smash, Sauce & Social: How BFF is Flipping the Burger...

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2025/06/09

This week on The Late Night Restaurant Podcast we sit down with Jamil Bhuya, the mastermind behind Burgers n’ Fries Forever (BFF), to dig into what it really takes to build a standout burger brand in Canada. From his early days navigating Amsterdam’s late-night eats to opening his first location at just 22, Jamil walks us through his journey, sharing lessons on entrepreneurship, halal sourcing, marketing that actually works, and the art of the perfect smash burger.It’s real talk about value,

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01:11:52

Tasty Disruptors: How Two Foodies Are Redefining the...

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2025/06/07

In this episode of The Late Night Restaurant Podcast, we’re joined by Joanna and Melissa from Taste the City, the duo shaking up how locals (not tourists!) experience the best food neighborhoods in Canada and beyond.We go deep into how their tech-meets-food tour concept is making it easier (and way more fun) to support local restaurants, one mystery dish at a time. From building an MVP with $25k to ending up on Dragon’s Den, these two are proving you don’t need a fancy app or Silicon Valley swagger

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01:00:48

Brian Klinger on Reinventing Restaurants with Heart &...

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2025/05/21

What happens when a global tech leader walks into a late-night restaurant podcast? You get a power-packed conversation with Brian Klinger, a key voice at Comcast Business, who’s not only transforming QSR and enterprise restaurant brands with cutting-edge tech, but doing it all with purpose.Jay and Dom go deep into:The real reason why AI might actually save the restaurant industry (hint: it’s not what you think)How brands like Chick-fil-A and Taco Bell are blending tech with cultureThe rise of

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00:54:27

Butter, Bread, and Big Ideas: Nick Scaccio & the Rise...

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2025/05/20

On this episode of The Late Night Restaurant Podcast, we sit down with Nick Scaccio, COO of Paris Baguette North America, to talk croissants, culture, and how a 4,000-location global brand stays consistent, innovative, and joy-driven. From training centers to trademark packaging, this isn’t just a bakery—it’s a masterclass in hospitality excellence. Plus, some wild ideas get tossed around (yes, including butter dipping stations and breakfast ketchup). A must-listen for anyone growing a franchise or

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00:57:03

Maxim Atanassov on Mentorship, Wine, and Rethinking...

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2025/05/12

In this episode of The Late Night Restaurant Podcast, host Jay Ashton welcomes Maxim Atanassov—entrepreneur, investor, and founding partner of Future Ventures—for a powerful, free-flowing conversation that covers everything from natural wine to venture studios to the emotional side of leadership. Maxim shares his journey from Bulgaria to Canada, launching multiple businesses, and why mentorship and vulnerability are now at the core of how he builds companies. The two dig deep into the outdated 1765

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00:41:03

Inside FIXE: The Bookkeeping Solution Restaurants...

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2025/05/11

In this powerful episode of The Late Night Restaurant Podcast, Jay sits down with Ryan Handel, founder of FIXE, the innovative bookkeeping platform created by restaurant pros, for restaurant pros. They dive deep into the real financial challenges operators face every day — from cash flow crunches and POS headaches to why so many restaurants are still using outdated systems that don’t scale.Ryan explains how FIXE streamlines everything from invoice capture to real-time financial reporting, offering

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00:51:04

Pokko Chips & Grit, Sasha Rajamani’s Wild Ride from...

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2025/05/10

In this unforgettable episode of The Late Night Restaurant Show, the crew welcomes Sasha Rajamani, the founder of Pokko Chips — a bold, South Asian–inspired snack brand built from rice, chickpeas, and sheer determination. Sasha shares his unfiltered journey from milking goats in Alberta and scraping pig fat in a Toronto slaughterhouse to launching a breakout brand that’s now found in cafes, airports, and office snack programs across Canada. Along the way, the hosts dive into ADHD and spicy food, DIY

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01:07:34

NEXT Level: Reinventing Food Shows with Heart, Humor,...

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2025/05/07

In this special episode of The Late Night Restaurant Podcast, Jay and Dom go behind the scenes with Kandrix Foong, the co-founder of NEXT Food Expo, set to take Western Canada by storm this September 8–9 at the BMO Centre in Calgary. From Comic Expo origins to chef parades, vendor sleepovers, and why shag carpet still sparks debate, this conversation is packed with laughs, inspiration, and a fresh perspective on what a trade show should be. Kandrix shares his journey from fandom to foodservice

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00:47:58

Balancing the Books, Late Night with Scott Carruthers

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2025/05/04

In this hilariously insightful episode of The Late Night Restaurant Podcast, Jay, Dom, and Beck welcome guest Scott Carruthers — a former chef turned restaurant bookkeeper and coach — who takes us on a wild ride from mustard-making in London, Ontario to modern-day financial strategy for hospitality businesses. Packed with gut-busting laughs, dad jokes, and real-talk on budgeting, waste, menu engineering, and the struggle of change in restaurants, this episode blends comedy with consulting gold. If

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01:00:20

The NEXT Food Expo with Domenic Pedulla

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2025/04/28

In this dynamic episode of The Late Night Restaurant Podcast, Jay Ashton sits down with Domenic Pedulla, one of the founders of the brand-new NEXT Food Expo — launching this September in Calgary. Alongside his co-founder Kandrix Foong, Domenic is on a mission to build a completely different kind of foodservice event, focused on affordability, innovation, and community.Jay and Domenic explore why Calgary’s explosive growth, entrepreneurial energy, and world-class food scene make it the perfect home

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