Cheryl Blohme and Pete Blohme

Recorded November 15, 2023 Archived November 15, 2023 36:34 minutes
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Id: mby023307

Description

Siblings Cheryl Blohme (53) and Pete "Panini Pete" Blohme (60) speak about working together in the restaurant industry and opening up local restaurants in Mobile, Alabama.

Subject Log / Time Code

Cheryl Blohme (C) and Pete Blohme (P) say they've always been close and enjoy working together.
P recalls starting a new business and the gift that it was to have his sister join the team. P and C reflect on the growth of their business, Panini Petes, which first opened in 2006. They recall getting featured by the Food Network and opening a second location in Mobile, Alabama.
C describes how much she's grown in her role the past several years.
C and P discuss their approach to business, balancing having fun and getting things done.
P reflects on the idea of retirement and how he's been dialing back and giving others more responsibility.
C and P talk about their childhood in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
C recalls her favorite memories from living in California. C and P reflect on how they ended up planting roots in Alabama.
P describes the market research he did in coming up with the menu for his restaurants.
P and C describe the evolution of their business.
P and C talk about an upcoming project: a food hall that also serves as an event space.
C talks about her process when recruiting staff.
C and P discuss the effect COVID-19 had on the restaurant work force.
C and P express love and gratitude for their parents.
C and P share their hopes for future projects.

Participants

  • Cheryl Blohme
  • Pete Blohme

Recording Locations

Mardi Gras Park

Partnership Type

Outreach