From a home kitchen to a thriving restaurant, today’s guests, Stephen Jones and his wife, share their journey of resilience, reinvention, and the power of good food. When the COVID-19 pandemic brought financial hardships, they took a leap of faith—turning home-cooked meals into a growing culinary empire.In this episode, we dive into:✨ The leap from selling food at home to launching a food truck and, eventually, The Culinary Lab.✨ How mentorship and community support (shoutout to Judy & Mike Lewis of Big Mike’s BBQ!) played a vital role.✨ Overcoming setbacks—struggles in Patterson, finding success at 985 Eats, and the lessons learned.✨ Expanding a brand beyond the kitchen—developing A Pinch More seasonings and the business of innovation.✨ The importance of perseverance, adaptability, and embracing new opportunities.If you’ve ever dreamed of turning your passion into a business, this episode will inspire you to take that first step. Tune in and discover how success is often built on creativity, community, and the courage to keep going.https://www.riseabovemediaco.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Small-Business-Entrepreneurship-Resources-Episode-3.pdf📢 Listen now and Rise Above!

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