Episode 13

Drew Nieporent: an OG restaurateur on building a culinary empire with Robert De Niro (S10/Ep.13)

Published on: 16th October, 2024

Drew Nieporent is one of the most accomplished and influential restaurateurs of our time. He is the founder of Myriad Restaurant Group and co-founder of Nobu Restaurants with actor and producer Robert De Niro. In this episode, we dive deep into Drew's philosophy on hospitality, his reflections on business principles, and his personal challenges, including surviving a stroke and cancer. He opens up about his forthcoming memoir, his 34-year partnership with De Niro, and what keeps him inspired after decades in the business. Drew's deep commitment to philanthropy shines through as he discusses his involvement with Citymeals on Wheels, Garden of Dreams Foundation and City Harvest. Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Plate… with Drew Nieporent.


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Beyond the Plate
Culinary Legends, Giving Back
Join Andrew “Kappy” Kaplan as he sits down in-person with the world’s culinary elite to explore their journey into the food industry and the social impact they have made in their community. Every episode will share inspiring stories of what it means to be in today’s hospitality industry.

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