Top women in Tampa's food scene share hard-earned wisdom

Top women in Tampa's food scene share hard-earned wisdom

Originally Posted By tampabay.com

You'd think some of the women leaders in Tampa's food scene would have resumes filled with elite culinary training and stints at far-flung, renowned restaurants. But they don't. Ask Maryann Ferenc, Suzanne Perry, Jeannie Pierola and Lisa Schalk where they found their inspiration and they'll talk about growing up around food or getting a wild idea...

Mise en Place co-owner Maryann Ferenc said one secret of success was keeping customers’ favorite items on the menu, no matter how tired of making it the chef might be.

Mise en Place co-owner Maryann Ferenc said one secret of success was keeping customers’ favorite items on the menu, no matter how tired of making it the chef might be.

You'd think some of the women leaders in Tampa's food scene would have resumes filled with elite culinary training and stints at far-flung, renowned restaurants.

But they don't.

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