Jeff and Jamie sit down with architect Don Peadon to talk about what really makes a restaurant work—long before the doors open. From the importance of a strong architect–restaurateur relationship to designing spaces that support both front and back of house, this conversation explores how thoughtful planning sets restaurants up for long-term success. Don, Jeff, and Jamie dig into the challenges they’ve worked through together, the lessons learned along the way, and several of the projects they’ve collaborated on over the years—and why the best restaurants are built on trust, communication, and shared problem-solving.

In this episode of Jeff & Jamie Feed, we talk about why goal setting matters so much to us and how powerful it can be to see what’s next for your life. We share our different approaches to setting goals, why writing them down and creating a vision board makes a difference, and a few real stories of goals and visions that have come to life for us. We also touch on trusting the process and the understanding that the obstacles in the way of your goals are actually there to help you become the person you dream of being. As we kick off a new year, this episode is all about encouraging you to dream bigger, get clear on your goals, and take that first step forward.

Nashville served up inspiration at every stop—from casual counters to Michelin Guide–recognized kitchens. Jeff and Jamie reflect on a fast-paced food tour packed with thoughtful service, smart concepts, and moments of hospitality that reinforced why the guest experience matters just as much as what’s on the plate. Come along for tiny insights and more momentous inspiration as the two entrepreneurs take time to step back, get inspired, take in new considerations and latch on to ideas that will shape their restaurants back home in Charlotte, NC.