Like the title says, I can't stop thinking about opening my own place. I've had it in my head for a while, but it's growing and growing and I'm scared it will overcome the rational side of my brain any day now. I can't concentrate at work. I'm just dreaming about the next BBQ tomorrow, or Saturday, or whenever. I can't stand the 8-5 schedule anymore. I'd rather be by the fire!
I'd be focusing on burgers, to start with. I've developed a brand and it's growing on social media where I live (El Salvador), people are talking about it and getting curious, asking questions. I figure burgers are an "easy" way into the food industry, since everyone loves a good burger, burgers are trending down here (even though the current options leave MUCH to be desired), and it would be a little less investment than a full-fledged BBQ restaurant.
I'm thinking of doing pop-up events for 30-50 people to start with and gauge public interest. So far, everyone that's tried my latest burger method is in love with it. I cooked for 10 people last night, and people were actually moaning when digging into this burger. They collected cash and gave it to me, even though I wasn't asking for it. People are talking to me about investing in the future business, and I feel this could start rolling real quick.
And all of this thanks to The Pit for helping me focus and channel my passion for live-fire cooking. It's truly been an amazing ride so far, and I think it's only just the beginning. I'll keep you guys posted on my progress, and any tips on opening a place are more than welcome!
These were from last night. Normally I use my own home-made bacon but I ran out, so had to do with store-bought. Still a fantastic burger!
I'd be focusing on burgers, to start with. I've developed a brand and it's growing on social media where I live (El Salvador), people are talking about it and getting curious, asking questions. I figure burgers are an "easy" way into the food industry, since everyone loves a good burger, burgers are trending down here (even though the current options leave MUCH to be desired), and it would be a little less investment than a full-fledged BBQ restaurant.
I'm thinking of doing pop-up events for 30-50 people to start with and gauge public interest. So far, everyone that's tried my latest burger method is in love with it. I cooked for 10 people last night, and people were actually moaning when digging into this burger. They collected cash and gave it to me, even though I wasn't asking for it. People are talking to me about investing in the future business, and I feel this could start rolling real quick.
And all of this thanks to The Pit for helping me focus and channel my passion for live-fire cooking. It's truly been an amazing ride so far, and I think it's only just the beginning. I'll keep you guys posted on my progress, and any tips on opening a place are more than welcome!
These were from last night. Normally I use my own home-made bacon but I ran out, so had to do with store-bought. Still a fantastic burger!
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Anyhow he says "Man that was some fantastic barbecue but ya know you could serve dog crap off a rig that looks like that and people will love it"! I never thought of it that way until that conversation.
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