Ep 267 - The Intersection of Innovation and Tradition with Chris Lerch & Keat Lee from Lagoon Dining We are thrilled to have Chris Lerch and Keat Lee of Melbourne's acclaimed Lagoon Dining with us on this podcast. Launched in 2019, the restaurant has been a beacon for East Asian-inspired cuisine, impressing critics and diners alike. With a perfect blend of passion, innovation, and style, Chris and Keat have led Lagoon Dining to numerous awards, even in challenging times. 🎙 Key Takeaways: -Origins and Cuisine: Chris and Keat unravel the inception story of Lagoon Dining and their choice to spotlight East Asian cuisine amidst a European-heavy culinary scene in Carlton. -Innovative Balance: How do they blend tradition with innovation? Our guests delve into the art and strategy behind their menu. -Ambiance: The design story behind Lagoon Dining's unique combination of relaxed yet polished atmosphere. -Accolades: With prestigious awards like the delicious.100 People's Choice and a spot in Victoria's top 25 restaurants, Chris and Keat share what these recognitions mean to them. -Future Vision: Chris and Keat offer a sneak peek into what’s next for Lagoon Dining, plus the lasting impact they wish to make on the hospitality sector. Please find our guest information here: Website: https://www.lagoondining.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lagoondining/ Please find us here at POH: Website: https://principleofhospitality.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/principle_of_hospitality/ Mentioned in this episode: Loaded Now, if you feel like you can never get on top of your back-of-house ops, you’ll want to hear about our sponsor for this season - Loaded. Loaded's hospitality management software has changed the game for hospitality performance in New Zealand, and they’ve just arrived in Australia to help you do the same. Their everything-in-one-place platform helps you master your reporting and inventory, simplify your recipe and menu management, reduce your cogs, and becomes an epic central hub that immediately puts you in control. We've seen Loaded’s impact first-hand, and if you’re running a bar, Pub, restaurant or cafe you need to reach out to the team. Check them out at loadedhub.com Loaded Now, if you feel like you can never get on top of your back-of-house ops, you’ll want to hear about our sponsor for this season - Loaded. Loaded's hospitality management software has changed the game for hospitality performance in New Zealand, and they’ve just arrived in Australia to help you do the same. Their everything-in-one-place platform helps you master your reporting and inventory, simplify your recipe and menu management, reduce your cogs, and becomes an epic central hub that immediately puts you in control. We've seen Loaded’s impact first-hand, and if you’re running a bar, Pub, restaurant or cafe you need to reach out to the team. Check them out at loadedhub.com