In this episode of Chef's PSA, host Andre Natera explores the concepts of 'best new' versus 'best old' in the culinary world, emphasizing the importance of longevity and consistency for restaurants. Natera reflects on conversations with chef friends about the challenges and expectations faced by new restaurants, noting the allure of awards but highlighting the critical balance between culinary creativity and business sustainability. He shares insights on why restaurants that have sustained success for years offer valuable lessons in adaptability, customer loyalty, and service quality. The episode concludes with a call to support the Chef's PSA platform and a reminder of the importance of both seeking recognition and ensuring a restaurant's lasting success. Food Cost Oracle will help you find solutions to your food cost problems, teach you the basics of food cost and also help build excel spreadsheets with formulas. Free to use for OPEN AI Premium users 🔗 Get it here : https://chat.openai.com/g/g-QXwmj87P7-food-cost-oracle   📘 **GRAB YOUR FREE CULINARY GUIDES!** 📘  Elevate your culinary prowess with our FREE eBooks! While donations are welcome, they are not mandatory. Access guides on basic recipes, culinary terms, and opening a restaurant to refine your skills.  🔗 Download on Gumroad : https://chefspsa.gumroad.com/   📚 **ESSENTIAL READING FOR ASPIRING CHEFS** 📚  Advance your culinary career with our must-read collection, including 'Culinary Leadership Fundamentals,' 'Bad Sous Good Chef,' and more. Each book is a step towards culinary excellence.  🔗 www.chefspsa.com/books   👕 **FRESH OFF THE PRESS: CHEF’S PSA MERCH!** 👕  Upgrade your chef wardrobe with our stylish and professional merch. Perfect for the kitchen or the street!  🔗 Chef’s PSA Merch Store: https://my-store-d0a44d.creator-spring.com/   👨‍🍳 **BE A PART OF OUR CULINARY JOURNEY** 👨‍🍳  Love the wisdom dished out on Chef's PSA? Support us to keep the culinary conversations and insights flowing.  🔗 Support the Podcast : https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andre-natera/support   🔔 **STAY IN THE CULINARY LOOP** 🔔  Never miss a beat from the culinary world. Subscribe, like, and hit the bell for notifications - your front-row seat to all things chef and kitchen.   🔗 **LET'S GET SOCIAL**  Join our vibrant culinary community across all platforms!  - TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@chefspsa?lang=en • Twitter - https://twitter.com/ChefsPSA • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefspsa/ • Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550525924555 • Website – www.chefspsa.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andre-natera/support