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In November 2018, Stelios Theocharous, the founder of Ceres | Pure Food Innovation (and someone who occasionally finds his keys on the first try), launched the Ceres Podcast. This groundbreaking platform has now become a gathering spot for like-minded co-hosts:
• Mark Petrou, Petrou Bros
• Kelly Barnes, Krispies
• David Nicolaou, Auckley Friery
• David Miller, Millers Fish & Chips
 
Together, they embark on insightful conversations with the movers and shakers of the Food & Hospitality industry, forming the illustrious Podsquad.
 
At the Ceres Podcast, we take our time. There's no rushing here - unless we're late for dinner. We're on a mission to uncover the deep-seated passions that motivate our guests, ranging from Chefs and Fish & Chip Shop Owners to Food Producers and Hoteliers, including everyone who makes the hospitality world spin.
 
Our discussions are as varied as the ingredients in a gourmet dish, catering to anyone with a stake or interest in the bustling world of hospitality. If you're eager to learn from the experiences and stories that shape this industry, the Ceres Podcast awaits you. Dive into our world, where learning is served with a side of laughter.

 

May 27, 2024

Stelios welcomes Demetri Lawton to discuss his intriguing transition from Stafford to Cyprus, where he worked at the first McDonald's in Larnaca in 1997, and his eventual move back to the UK to run the Ruddington Fish Bar in Nottingham. Demetri shares insights on navigating the competitive fish & chip industry, the importance of systematisation skills gained during his McDonald's tenure, and his business's adaptations post-COVID, including managing pricing and embracing technology. This episode offers a deep dive into the personal and professional life of a traditional British food entrepreneur facing modern industry challenges.

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