FSR May 2022

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FSR May 2022 No. 101

36 Andrew Zimmern Takes on the World Never one to shy away from compli cated topics, the chef and TV per sonality is digging even deeper into the most pressing challenges facing the food sector—and he’s encour aging others to join the cause. 48 Fiscal State Scaling a restaurant has always been more complicated for full-ser vice concepts than quick serves, but the pandemic exacerbated those difficulties, leading growing brands to get creative. 56 Spotlight on Mental Health As more people open up about mental health and well-being, a number of restaurants and partner organizations are actively working to bring special services and sup port to their employees. Chef, restaurateur, and on-the-side musician Cheetie Kumar is putting Raleigh, North Carolina, on the dining map, and at press time, she’s up for a James Beard Award. 24 Building a Better Burger Fast food has long dominated the burger category, but full service has more latitude to push culinary trends—and to serve adult bever ages alongside its burgers. CHEFS & INGREDIENTS 17 The Rock Star Chef

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ZIMMERN’S NEW SHOW EXPLORES BIG ISSUES, LIKE CLIMATE CHANGE AND AGRICULTURE.

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