The chicken sandwich wars are heating up as a new competitor jumps into the ring. With Burger King launching their new “CH’King” sandwich, the QSR giant appears to be taking shots at some of their biggest competition. Burger King called out Chick-fil-A in a tweet and is donating money for every sandwich sold in June -- Pride month. Listen as chef Nyesha Arrington and restaurateur Philip Camino break down the chicken sandwich wars, Burger King’s philanthropy, and what they’d put on a fried...

Profee, the blend of protein shake with cold-brew coffee, is the latest viral food trend making its way around social media. But do we really need extra protein? And could it actually be harmful? On this episode of the Happy Mouth podcast, chef Nyesha Arrington and restaurateur Philip Camino take a closer look at profee to see what’s going into it, what people are getting out of it, and whether people are focusing too much on protein and putting themselves at risk. Listen to Philip and...

What if I told you that you could eat beef, chicken, and duck that never once stepped foot on a farm yet is incredibly sustainable and free of animal cruelty? That’s the mission of Uma Valeti, the founder of Upside Foods (formerly Memphis Meats), who has pioneered a way to grow meat in laboratories. Join hosts Nyesha Arrington and Philip Camino as they take a closer look at Valeti, Upside Foods, and the possibility of sustainable meat coming to tables. From the reasoning behind Valeti...

There’s no doubt the coronavirus pandemic had massive impacts on everyday life and business. However, for all the bad of COVID-19, it helped people prioritize things differently. One such area was in food and agriculture. On this episode of the Happy Mouth podcast, restaurateur Philip Camino and chef Nyesha Arrington take a look at the coronavirus’ impact on food and agriculture funding. From record-setting numbers to an emphasis on creating more stable and sustainable food supply chains,...

It’s nearly June 19th, which means it’s nearly Juneteenth. On this very special episode of the Happy Mouth podcast, chef Nyesha Arrington and restaurateur Philip Camino talk about Juneteenth’s meaning and history, and the strides black chefs have made in the hospitality industry in recent years. Philip and Nyesha also highlight three black chefs deserving of some special praise. Listen to Philip and Nyesha discuss Juneteenth: Juneteenth is celebrated on June 19th On that day in 1865,...

Legendary chef and a pioneer of the “slow food” movement, Alice Waters, is slated to open her first restaurant in nearly 40 years. The restaurant will reportedly open in the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles and feature the mindset Waters became famous for promoting. Listen as chef Nyesha Arrington and restaurateur Philip Camino discuss what Waters’ return means for the industry as a whole, for Los Angeles, and for the slow food movement. Listen to Philip and Nyesha discuss Alice Waters: Alice...

On this very special episode of the Happy Mouth podcast, chef Nyesha Arrington and restaurateur Philip Camino talk to Tail Up Goat co-owner and sommelier Bill Jensen. Michelin recently named Bill their sommelier for Washington D.C., a prestigious honor for anyone in the hospitality industry. Philip and Nyesha talk to Bill about his impressive wine list and the process behind creating it. Links: Happy Mouth Podcast Instagram We have a lot more content coming your way! Be sure to check out...

Is Elon Musk getting into the restaurant business? According to Musk himself, he has plans to create old-school drive-in experiences at Supercharger locations. While many thought Musk was just joking around, a few trademarks filed under Tesla point to Musk being serious. Listen as restaurateur Philip Camino and chef Nyesha Arrington take a look at Musk’s plans, Tesla’s recent trademark and permit applications, and how a drive-in restaurant makes a little too much sense in this case. Listen...

Danny Meyer’s 2006 book, “Setting the Table” has been considered a must-read for anyone in the hospitality industry since it was published. But has the coronavirus pandemic highlighted some issues with a “customer is always right” mindset? On this episode of the Happy Mouth podcast, chef Nyesha Arrington and restaurateur Philip Camino reflect on Meyer’s book and how times might have changed. Listen to Philip and Nyesha discuss ‘Setting the Table’: Danny Meyer wrote “Setting the Table” in...

If you’re on the East Coast of the United States, you’re undoubtedly hearing a lot of buzzing right now. That’s because Brood X cicadas are back and wreaking havoc. However, one person’s problem is another’s delicacy. Join chef Nyesha Arrington and restaurateur Philip Camino on this fun Friday episode of the Happy Mouth podcast as they talk about people eating cicadas. While the flying bugs might not be on a lot of dinner plates in the United States, insects are a regular part of diets...

On this episode of the Happy Mouth podcast, chef Nyesha Arrington and restaurateur Philip Camino are taking a look at New York reopening. All eyes are on New York after Governor Andrew Cuomo officially reopened the state. Many are watching to see how the hospitality industry handles the reopening as a sign of things to come across the rest of the country. With New York joining the list of states reopening, there’s hope business will soon be booming. Listen to Philip and Nyesha discuss New...

On this episode of the Happy Mouth podcast, restaurateur Philip Camino and chef Nyesha Arrington take a look at Sweetgreen’s rebrand. After struggling during the coronavirus pandemic, laying off nearly 20% of its corporate staff, Sweetgreen is looking to come out on the other side stronger. The fast-casual salad chain unveiled a new brand identity that will better represent their ethos as they plan a U.S. IPO that could come as early as this year. Listen as Nyesha and Philip break down...

Once the coronavirus pandemic hit U.S. shores and the lockdown began, people began hitting the bottle, seeing alcohol sales rocket. With restaurants struggling to stay afloat throughout the pandemic, several states looked to boost revenue with to-go alcohol sales. Now, more than a year after the start of the pandemic, some states are looking to make to-go alcohol a permanent law. On this episode of the Happy Mouth podcast, chef Nyesha Arrington and restaurateur Philip Camino take a look at...

As anyone in the hospitality industry can attest, food can drive emotion. However, thanks to a 2017 study that’s just starting to gain some traction, we now have a better idea of the link between diet and mental health. Join restaurateur Philip Camino and chef Nyesha Arrington as they look at the SMILES trial and the impact of things like sleep and diet on mental health. Listen to Philip and Nyesha discuss diet and mental health: What the SMILES trial studied A CDC study found exercise...

On today’s Fun Friday episode of the Happy Mouth podcast, restaurateur Philip Camino and chef Nyesha Arrington take a look at the oldest restaurants from around the world. Financial services provider NetCredit dug through historical data to find the oldest restaurants around the world. And when we mean the oldest, we’re going back more than 1,000 years. Nyesha and Philip take you on a journey around the globe to the five oldest establishments, giving you a taste of what’s on the menu at each...

On this episode of the Happy Mouth podcast, chef Nyesha Arrington and restaurateur Philip Camino discuss how Yelp is helping LGBTQ business owners. With June being Pride Month, Yelp is doing its part to boost the LGBTQ community. As more people have been searching for local LGBTQ-owned businesses, owners can now self-identify on the site. With the new search filter, customers can now more easily find and support LGBTQ-owned businesses in their area. When paired with the “Open for All” filter...

While big chains have been recovering better than independent restaurants, not everything is smooth sailing. McDonald’s could have a fight on their hands as franchisees are pushing back against the fast-food corporation trying to collect technology fees. With stores closed due to the coronavirus pandemic and millions on the line, this battle might not be quick to end. Join restaurateur Philip Camino and chef Nyesha Arrington as they discuss the rising franchise fees from restaurants like...

As the country begins to lift coronavirus restrictions and people feel more comfortable with going out, some of the things the hospitality industry did to survive appear to be sticking around. But what trends will make the cut in this post-COVID world? Join restaurateur Philip Camino and chef Nyesha Arrington as they take a look back at some of the hurdles restaurants and bars had to overcome over the last year and what trends could stick around as the United States comes out the other side...

Predictions at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic were doom and gloom with some believing a third of all U.S. restaurants would close. But with the pandemic winding down, thankfully, those predictions appear to have been far more alarmist than reality. Restaurateur Philip Camino and chef Nyesha Arrington break down the latest restaurant closure numbers from the National Restaurant Association and how they fall quite short of expectations. Nyesha and Philip provide a little insight on...

Eric Sze is one of the hottest young chefs out there right now. Not only is he a member of Eater’s New Guard for 2021, Chef Eric has been going above and beyond for his community and his heritage. On this Fun Friday episode of the Happy Mouth podcast, chef Nyesha Arrington and restaurateur Philip Camino sit down with chef Eric to talk about how he reconnected with his Taiwanese heritage to launch his restaurant, 886, and how it’s not only survived the pandemic but found a way to give back to...

Independents are getting another big boost as we come out of the coronavirus pandemic. Grubhub, one of the top food delivery apps, announced they’re launching a commission-free platform for independent restaurants and bars. On this episode of the Happy Mouth podcast, restaurateur Philip Camino and chef Nyesha Arrington discuss Grubhub’s new platform, Grubhub Direct. Nyesha and Philip break down what benefits the new platform will bring and what other solutions exist for independents. They...

Due to the tightening of personal budgets, the lack of reliable public transportation, and the restrictions put in place during the coronavirus pandemic, food insecurity rose significantly in the United States. But thanks to stimulus checks and other programs, hunger rates dropped almost immediately. On this episode of the Happy Mouth podcast, chef Nyesha Arrington and restaurateur Philip Camino discuss the hidden issues of food insecurity and how the government’s stimulus checks, the...

As the world looks to combat global warming, some scientists are taking a closer look at cow burps. While that might sound funny, livestock account for a significant percentage of global greenhouse gases thanks, in large part, to cattle burping methane. Scientists might have found the ideal solution in seaweed though. On this episode of the Happy Mouth podcast, chef Nyesha Arrington and restaurateur Philip Camino dive into the UC Davis study that is turning heads and stopping burps. Philip...

Food deserts are a serious issue, especially in urban areas like Los Angeles. For Jamiah Hargins, he wasn’t going to let the lack of grocery stores near his neighborhood stop him from feeding his family fresh produce. After starting a garden and swapping crops with neighbors, Jamiah started a full-fledged micro farm in his front yard, feeding around 50 families high-quality fruits and vegetables. On this episode of the Happy Mouth podcast, chef Nyesha Arrington and restaurateur Philip Camino...

At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown, one restaurant has been going above and beyond to help Baltimore. On today’s episode of the Happy Mouth podcast, restaurateur Philip Camino and chef Nyesha Arrington talk about the Famous Fund. What started as a bet between a Baltimore restaurant owner and Barstool founder Dave Portnoy turned into nearly $500,000 raised to help local restaurants during a time of crisis. With major donations from people like Baltimore Ravens football players...