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Welcome to Dine & Dish, the podcast hosted by Michele DiMeo, the Restaurant Diva. Join Michele as she dives into the heart of hospitality, service, and the restaurant world, sharing stories, trends, and insights from chefs, restaurateurs, and industry insiders and leaders. From dining culture and behind-the-scenes tales to tips for guests and professionals alike, Dine & Dish celebrates the art, passion, and joy of great food and exceptional service. Whether you're a foodie, a hospitality professional, or simply love a good story from the table, this is your front-row seat to the world of dining — with a little diva flair.
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Finding Your Voice : Leadership, Confidence & Communication
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May 06, 2026 |
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The Digital Table: How Technology is Reshaping Hospitality
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Apr 29, 2026 |
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Seeing the Full Picture: Strategy, Systems & Scaling in Hospitality
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Apr 22, 2026 |
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Air, Energy & Profit: The Hidden Impact of Comfort in Hospitality
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Apr 15, 2026 |
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Hidden Revenue: How Your Frontline Team Drives Profit
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Apr 08, 2026 |
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Leading the Next Generation: Empowerment, Education & the Future of Leadership
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Apr 01, 2026 |
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Behind every successful restaurant… is a system that works!
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Mar 25, 2026 |
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Lights, Camera, Hospitality!
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Mar 18, 2026 |
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Scaling Smarter – The Strategy Behind Sustainable Restaurant Growth
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Mar 11, 2026 |
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The Art of Franchising with Michael Lassen
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Mar 04, 2026 |
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The Real Cost of Food: Quality, Sourcing & Profitability in Today's Restaurant World
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Feb 25, 2026 |
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Valentine's Day Edition - Partners in Life, Partners in Business
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Feb 18, 2026 |
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Food as Medicine, Nutritional Science & the Future of Dining
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Feb 11, 2026 |
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Design That Sells: Feng Shui, Flow & Creating Restaurants People Feel
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Feb 04, 2026 |
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Branding, Social Media, Grand Openings & Restaurant Marketing That Actually Works
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Jan 28, 2026 |
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Building It Right: From Blueprint to Grand Opening
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Jan 21, 2026 |
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The Lease Can Make or Break You: Navigating Commercial Legal advice for Restauranteurs
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Jan 14, 2026 |
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Steps to Success: What It Really Takes to Open a Restaurant from Scratch
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Jan 07, 2026 |
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New Year, New You (DiMeo Edition)
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Dec 31, 2025 |
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Allergens, Menu Transparency & the State of the Restaurant Industry
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Dec 24, 2025 |
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Buying Power, Margins & Making Every Dollar Count with John Opdahl
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Dec 17, 2025 |
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Year-End Money Matters with Jill Risbon
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Dec 10, 2025 |
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Hiring & Staffing for the Holidays
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Dec 03, 2025 |
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Thanksgiving Edition with Michele DiMeo & Gennaro DiMeo
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Nov 26, 2025 |
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Hospitality Tech: Helpful or Hurtful?
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Nov 19, 2025 |
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Location, Location, Location
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Nov 12, 2025 |
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More than a Stay: The Emotion Behind Exceptional Service
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Nov 05, 2025 |
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To Tip or Not to Tip? The Real Story Behind the Service Charge
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Oct 29, 2025 |
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The Vibe Shift – What's Hot in Restaurants Right Now
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Oct 22, 2025 |
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FOH Role: Starting with Servers
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Oct 15, 2025 |
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The Power of Reviews: Yelp, Google & Your Restaurant's Reputation
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Oct 08, 2025 |
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When Things Go Wrong....And They Will
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Oct 01, 2025 |
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Table for Two: The Art of Dining & Dating
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Sep 24, 2025 |
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Allergies / Intolerances / Restrictions, Oh My!"
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Sep 17, 2025 |
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Don't take my plate yet: Dining Etiquette Dilemmas
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Sep 10, 2025 |
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Poking The Bear - TV vs Real Life Restaurants
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Sep 03, 2025 |