Creator of LA Hotspot "The Bungalow" On Attracting a Crowd
Brent Bolthouse is the visionary and creator behind one of Los Angeles' most popular lounges, The Bungalow. Brent sat down to talk about the concept behind the restaurant/bar, and what makes it so popular in the notoriously cyclical nightlife industry.
Brent also tells us what he's done to curate a crowd and attract the right people. He says creating the right atmosphere is crucial, and having an environment that people are comfortable going to repeatedly helps with brand loyalty.
The Bungalow is throwing a New Year's Eve party that will be one of the biggest in Los Angeles, with DJ Jason Bentley and KCRW. Tickets are currently at www.thebungalow.com.
The pandemic was difficult for the nation's restaurant industry. And one of New York City's famous Delmonico's is ready to look past that and toward the future when it reopens on Friday. Max Tucci, Delmonico's global brand officer, and Dennis Turcnovic, owner of Delmonico's, both joined Cheddar News to discuss the history of the restaurant, how it always bounces back and what delicious offerings the menu has.
The HBCU Transformation Project, a coalition of 40 historically Black colleges and universities, on Wednesday announced a $124 million gift from philanthropic funders Blue Meridian Partners to increase enrollment, graduation rates and employment rates for the schools' graduates.