When comedians take over a French bistro

About this episode

Claire Parlette discusses her project 'Comedy and Caviar' and her journey in the hospitality industry.

Claire Parlette is a server at the iconic French restaurant Le Bouchon in Bucktown, where she handles a packed house of diners every night. In this episode, host David Manilow talks to Parlette about her innovative project "Comedy and Caviar." Parlette is bringing the stand-up community together with restaurants to serve up new experiences. Plus, hear about Parlette’s journey to Chicago and how she was hooked on the hospitality industry.

People in this episode

Host: David Manilow

Guest: Claire Parlette

Topics covered

• comedy
• hospitality
• restaurant industry
• innovation
• food experiences

Keywords

• comedy
• restaurant
• hospitality
• Le Bouchon
• Chicago
• food experiences
• Claire Parlette

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Le Bouchon, Comedy and Caviar

Places: Bucktown, Chicago

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