Unpretentious Palate’s Industry Breakfasts

Join Unpretentious Palate’s debut industry brunch series, an invite-only event where hospitality professionals will gather to discuss the industry’s most pressing issues and find ways to move forward together. Presented by Vulcan, each breakfast will feature networking and a panel discussion geared at strengthening relationships and the businesses that make up Charlotte’s culinary scene.
August 19, 10 a.m.: Shifting the Focus from Hustle to Health
The restaurant industry is known as a fast-paced, high-stress field–often at the expense of workers’ physical and mental well-being. Our panelists will discuss why hospitality is facing a health crisis and share practical steps to create a healthier, more sustainable workplace for all.
Speakers: Sam Diminich of Your Farms Your Table, Juliet Kuehnle of Sun Counseling & Wellness and Dr. Melissa Jones of Priority Care, PC.
September 22, 10 a.m.: Feast or Famine: How to Stay Financially Fit in Food Service
Speakers: Gayle Cabrera of Truist, Kory Jeter of Cultura Properties, and Jon Dressler of Rare Roots Hospitality.
Topics and speakers are subject to change.
Past Events:
Margin Makers: Creative Strategies to Expand Restaurant Revenue
Speakers: Meghan Hurst of Vulcan, Laura White of CRVA, and Cat Carter of L’Ostrica. Read the recap here.

If you are interested in being on the invite list, please fill out our request form below. Please note that filling this form out does not confirm your attendance. If room, we will reach out with a personal invite.
Thank you sponsors!
These events are offered free to attendees thanks to our generous sponsors