In this episode of Straight To The Source, Tawnya Bahr is joined by Richard Prout, Chief of Product and Innovation at Zambrero, Australia’s largest Mexican restaurant franchise.

Richard shares how Dr Sam Prince’s vision of creating fresh, healthy Mexican food grew into a global movement with nearly 100 million meals donated through the Plate 4 Plate initiative. From the brand’s humble beginnings in Canberra to its international footprint spanning Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Ireland, and the US, Zambrero has stayed true to its mission: to end world hunger through good food that feels good to eat.

You’ll hear how Richard’s early career in hospitality (and his unlikely path to becoming a tequila connoisseur!) led him to Zambrero, where innovation meets purpose. He also reveals exciting updates on Zambrero’s new chip launch, menu evolution, and how franchise partners are helping grow the feel-good Mex movement across the globe.

Episode Highlights:
The story behind Zambrero and founder Dr Sam Prince’s mission to end world hunger
Richard’s personal journey from fine dining to food innovation
How Plate 4 Plate has helped donate nearly 100 million meals
The secrets behind Zambrero’s menu consistency and innovation
Launching oven-baked chips that taste fried with 50% less fat
Insights into the Zambrero franchise model and growth across Australia and beyond

Whether you’re a foodie, a franchise entrepreneur, or simply someone who loves a burrito with purpose, this episode is packed with flavour and inspiration.

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Zambrero Official Website
Connect with Zambrero on LinkedIn and Instagram

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Tawnya Bahr: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tawnyabahr 
Lucy Allon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucyallon 

Find out more about Straight To The Source: https://straighttothesource.com.au

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In this episode of Straight To The Source, Tawnya Bahr is joined by Richard Prout, Chief of Product and Innovation at Zambrero, Australia&rsquo;s largest Mexican restaurant franchise.
Richard shares how Dr Sam Prince&rsquo;s vision of creating fresh, healthy Mexican food grew into a global movement with nearly 100 million meals donated through the Plate 4 Plate initiative. From the brand&rsquo;s humble beginnings in Canberra to its international footprint spanning Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Ireland, and the US, Zambrero has stayed true to its mission: to end world hunger through good food that feels good to eat.
You&rsquo;ll hear how Richard&rsquo;s early career in hospitality (and his unlikely path to becoming a tequila connoisseur!) led him to Zambrero, where innovation meets purpose. He also reveals exciting updates on Zambrero&rsquo;s new chip launch, menu evolution, and how franchise partners are helping grow the feel-good Mex movement across the globe.
Episode Highlights:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">The story behind Zambrero and founder Dr Sam Prince&rsquo;s mission to end world hunger</li>
<li aria-level="1">Richard&rsquo;s personal journey from fine dining to food innovation</li>
<li aria-level="1">How Plate 4 Plate has helped donate nearly 100 million meals</li>
<li aria-level="1">The secrets behind Zambrero&rsquo;s menu consistency and innovation</li>
<li aria-level="1">Launching oven-baked chips that taste fried with 50% less fat</li>
<li aria-level="1">Insights into the Zambrero franchise model and growth across Australia and beyond</li>
</ul>
Whether you&rsquo;re a foodie, a franchise entrepreneur, or simply someone who loves a burrito with purpose, this episode is packed with flavour and inspiration.
Subscribe for more interviews with industry leaders and changemakers.
This episode is proudly brought to you by Squizify, a digital platform that replaces old paper-based processes with modern digital solutions to help operators improve their efficiencies. To learn more, take a squiz at <a href="https://squizify.com/">https://squizify.com/</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.zambrero.com.au">Zambrero Official Website</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Connect with Zambrero on<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/zambrero"> LinkedIn</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/zambrero"> Instagram</a></li>
</ul>
Connect with your hosts:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Tawnya Bahr: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tawnyabahr">https://www.linkedin.com/in/tawnyabahr</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Lucy Allon: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucyallon">https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucyallon</a>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Find out more about Straight To The Source:&nbsp;<a href="https://straighttothesource.com.au/">https://straighttothesource.com.au</a>
Follow Straight To The Source Food Podcast:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/stts_podcast"> @stts_podcast</a>
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Welcome to the Straight To The Source podcast, where leadership meets the future of food.

Hosted by two of Australia’s most respected food industry voices, Tawnya Bahr and Lucy Allon, the Straight To The Source podcast connects you directly with the changemakers shaping how we grow, source, and experience food.

With decades of experience spanning the kitchen, dining room, and boardroom, as chef, restaurateur, consultants, and educators, Tawnya and Lucy bring an insider’s lens to the challenges and innovations driving the industry forward.

From producers pioneering regenerative practices to hospitality leaders reimagining what sustainability means on the plate, each episode explores the strategies, stories, and leadership mindsets transforming the global food landscape and ensuring a thriving, sustainable food future for generations to come.

Get ready for bold ideas, honest conversations, and the kind of insights that move industries forward.

Follow, comment, and hit that bell for more Straight To The Source episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube.

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Welcome to the Straight To The Source podcast, where leadership meets the future of food.
Hosted by two of Australia&rsquo;s most respected food industry voices, Tawnya Bahr and Lucy Allon, the Straight To The Source podcast connects you directly with the changemakers shaping how we grow, source, and experience food.
With decades of experience spanning the kitchen, dining room, and boardroom, as chef, restaurateur, consultants, and educators, Tawnya and Lucy bring an insider&rsquo;s lens to the challenges and innovations driving the industry forward.
From producers pioneering regenerative practices to hospitality leaders reimagining what sustainability means on the plate, each episode explores the strategies, stories, and leadership mindsets transforming the global food landscape and ensuring a thriving, sustainable food future for generations to come.
Get ready for bold ideas, honest conversations, and the kind of insights that move industries forward.
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