Sylvan Table is a farm-to-table restaurant in Sylvan Lake, MI committed to exceptionally crafted local food and environmental sustainability. We are happy to be joined by Nicole Ryan, the owner of Sylvan Table, and Chris Gadulka, the executive chef.
In this podcast, we cover:
- What has contributed to the overwhelming success of Sylvan Table since opening in 2021
- The types of consumers drawn to the local dining and why
- How seasonality impacts menu planning and business operations, especially being located in the Midwest
- The challenges of maintaining a true farm-to-table models that consumers might realize
- The relationship with farm partners and nuances of departing from the traditional restaurant sourcing model
- How a seasonal dish goes from concept to table
- What aspiring farm-to-table restaurateurs should know before they open
- And much more!
