Transplant & The Native

Loaded Episode today. 5 F+B members from across the Metro area talking about why the Restaurant Relief Act is imperative to the survival of local, independent restaurants.  The community has been up in arms about the current legislation being lobbied in City Hall. Will FOH workers be taking a pay cut? Is there a way to help BOH without affecting FOH? What has to give for restaurants to stay open?  Denver Post has reported 22% of Denver restaurants have closed over the last 3 years, with more announcing the same fate in early 2025. What does the future of Denver dining look like? Let's ask industry lifers what they need and what they hope to see in the coming weeks (months).Special Thanks to Chef Hosea Rosenberg, Proprietor Delores Trunco, Chef Linda Hampsten Fox, Proprietor Niya Gingerich & EatDenver Exec Director Kristen Rouch for chatting with Kip. Appreciate y'all taking the time to speakBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/stoned-appetit--3077842/support.