All in the Industry
All in the Industry
Podcast Description
All in the Industry is an award-winning podcast founded in 2014 by host and producer Shari Bayer of NYC-based Bayer Public Relations, focusing on behind-the-scenes talent in hospitality. On each episode, Shari invites experienced culinary, hospitality and restaurant professionals across the globe to share their story, engaging in inspiring conversations about their careers and our dynamic hospitality industry. Shari also tips off each episode with a PR tip, features a speed round, industry news discussion, solo dining experience, and final question, tying the series together. In addition, Shari travels worldwide to premier culinary and hospitality events, festivals and conferences for her exclusive ‘On the Road’ series. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for being a part of All in the Industry®!
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The podcast focuses on behind-the-scenes aspects of the hospitality industry, covering topics such as career journeys, culinary innovations, and restaurant trends. Episodes feature discussions about recent industry events like the LATAM 50 Best Restaurants and insights on the impact of environmental issues like the Los Angeles wildfires, emphasizing community resilience and support.
All in the Industry is an award-winning podcast founded in 2014 by host and producer Shari Bayer of NYC-based Bayer Public Relations, focusing on behind-the-scenes talent in hospitality. On each episode, Shari invites experienced culinary, hospitality and restaurant professionals across the globe to share their story, engaging in inspiring conversations about their careers and our dynamic hospitality industry. Shari also tips off each episode with a PR tip, features a speed round, industry news discussion, solo dining experience, and final question, tying the series together. In addition, Shari travels worldwide to premier culinary and hospitality events, festivals and conferences for her exclusive ‘On the Road’ series. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for being a part of All in the Industry®!
Today on our episode #422 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer has a special “On the Road” show from The Best Pizza Awards 2025, which took place in Milan, Italy on June 25, 2025. This 3rd edition brought the global pizza community together for an immersive celebration of pizza’s tradition, creativity, & future, led by The Best Chef Awards' Cristian Gadau & Joanna Slusarczyk; & powered by Molini Pizzuti.
The top Best Pizza Chef Awards 2025: Francesco Martucci, I Masanielli, Caserta, Italy (#1); Franco Pepe, Pepe in Grani, Calazza, Italy (#2); & Gabriele Bonci, Pizzarium, Rome, Italy (#3). Notable winners, included Best Street Pizza: Massimo Laveglia & Nick Baglivo (#34), L'Industrie, NYC. Congrats, all!
Shari has two interviews:
Vaughan Mabee, Executive Chef of Amisfield, Queenstown, New Zealand (3 Knives), who participated in the Awards' Pizza Party. At Amisfield, Vaughan creates innovative dishes using the freshest local ingredients, showcasing NZ’s diverse produce. (9:49)
And, Yuichi Ito, Executive Pizza Chef of Crosta Pizzeria in Makati, Philippines (#25), known for his innovative & distinctive creations, who was part of Beyond: Culture & Origin – Experience in Pizza panel. (31:31)
Visit thebestchefpizza.com & follow @thebestpizzawards.
Today's show also features Shari's PR tip to be spontaneous; & Solo Dining experience at Confine Pizza e Cantina, an ambitious pizzeria by Chef Francesco Capece & his long-time friend Mario Ventura in Milan. Confine combines expert dough craftsmanship with a world-class wine cellar. Spoiler: Shari loved it! (38:36)
Support for this episode comes from the Institute of Culinary Education. Visit ICE.edu.
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Check out Shari's book, Chefwise: Life Lessons from Leading Chefs Around the World (Phaidon), available wherever books are sold. #chefwisebook
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