Follow the journey of opening a restaurant through conversations with some of the world’s greatest chefs, restaurateurs and the vendors that help take their business from an idea to opening soon. Opening Soon is hosted by the founders of Tilit NYC, Jenny Goodman and Alex McCrery, who bring their unique perspective as hospitality industry insiders and many questions as the former proprietors of a now shuttered restaurant.
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Follow the journey of opening a restaurant through conversations with some of the world’s greatest chefs, restaurateurs and the vendors that help take their business from an idea to opening soon. Opening Soon is hosted by the founders of Tilit NYC, Jenny Goodman and Alex McCrery, who bring their unique perspective as hospitality industry insiders and many questions as the former proprietors of a now shuttered restaurant.
In the season premiere of The Build: Ramen by Ra, Chef Rasheeda Purdie takes us back to where it all began, her early days slinging soulful bowls of ramen at pop-ups across New York City. Now, she’s stepping into her next chapter: expanding Ramen by Ra from a beloved small-batch concept into a full-scale restaurant rooted in community, creativity, and courage.
Alongside hosts Alex McCrery and Jenny Goodman, co-founders of TILIT, Rasheeda shares the story of how her Asa-Ramen roots shaped her vision for modern New York hospitality. The episode dives deep into the emotional leap from chef to founder, the realities of growth, and what it takes to build something that’s truly your own.
Presented by Square and produced in partnership with Heritage Radio Network, this episode is a must-listen for food lovers, entrepreneurs, and anyone curious about what it really takes to grow a restaurant dream in New York City. Learn more and sign up for a special bonus episode at square.com/thebuild.
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Opening Soon Presents: "The Build"
Follow the journey of opening a restaurant through conversations with some of the world’s greatest chefs, restaurateurs and the vendors that help take their business from an idea to opening soon. Opening Soon is hosted by the founders of Tilit NYC, Jenny Goodman and Alex McCrery, who bring their unique perspective as hospitality industry insiders and many questions as the former proprietors of a now shuttered restaurant.
