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Resources & Recommendations
Books
- "Sunday in the Park with George" by Stephen Sondheim - A musical referenced for a quote about doing things at your own pace and letting creativity come from within.
People Mentioned
- Tom Colicchio - A chef who partnered with Danny Meyer to open Gramercy Tavern, known for his appearance on "Top Chef."
- Randy Garutti - CEO of Shake Shack, who convinced Danny Meyer to open the second Shake Shack location.
- Halle Meyer - Danny Meyer's daughter and founder of Cafe Panna, an Italian-inspired ice cream business in New York City.
- Stephen Sondheim - A renowned composer and lyricist, whose quote from "Sunday in the Park with George" was shared as advice.
Organizations & Institutions
- Union Square Hospitality Group - Danny Meyer's company, which manages a portfolio of restaurants and investments.
- Cafe Panna - Halle Meyer's Italian-inspired ice cream business in New York City.
- American Academy in Rome's Rome's Sustainable Food Project - A program in Rome where Halle Meyer worked as a cook, known for hosting cooks in a fellowship program.
Websites & Online Resources
- Goldbelly - An online marketplace where Cafe Panna sells and ships its ice cream nationwide.