Federico Castelluci was introduced to me by Randy Cross' son (episode 6), Brendon. "Hey Jeff, you should talk to my friend Federico. He's young and turned around SUGO, built Cooks & Soldier and Iberian Pig then the most incredible restaurant called MUJO. The whole place sells out on the 1st of every month. You won't believe his story!" Brendon certainly nailed it. This interview chronicles the full story of Federico's humble beginnings (ups and downs, failure after failure, and the break he needed to launch his career) to running Michelin-starred restaurant Mujo.
Some highlights of the episode:
✔️ His early years in the restaurant industry
✔️ Growing Castellucci Hospitality Group into a multi-unit, multi-state powerhouse
✔️ What it takes to earn a Michelin Star
✔️ Lessons learned from failure and perseverance
Federico’s story is a masterclass in hard work, creativity, and resilience. He serves as a mentor, advisor, and investor in hospitality tech companies and is a recipient of several prestigious awards, including the GRACE Awards and Atlanta Business Chronicle's “40 Under 40.”
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