Hospitality Design Talks – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Food service design is more than just kitchens—it’s about user experience, efficiency, and innovation.

In this episode, I’m joined by Ryan Mikita, principal and partner at Ricca Design Studios, to explore the intersection of hospitality, kitchen design, and holistic consulting. Ryan shares his unexpected journey from aspiring actor to leading food service design consultant, offering insights into how thoughtful planning, collaboration, and industry trends are shaping the future of hospitality spaces.

We dive into the evolving role of open kitchens, how automation and innovative equipment are revolutionizing restaurant efficiency, and why commercial laundry and waste management play a crucial role in a well-rounded design approach. Ryan also opens up about the importance of personal connections, work-life balance, and staying grounded in a fast-paced industry.

Your space should work for you, not against you. Whether you’re designing a restaurant, healthcare facility, or commercial space, the right approach to food service design can enhance both operations and guest experience.

Website: https://www.ricca.com/

Ryan Mikita | LinkedIn

Email: rmikita@ricca.com

About Ryan Mikita:

Ryan got his start in foodservice like many do, he started out as a server in a bustling New York City restaurant in Times Square. Since that time, Ryan has gone from working in operations to planning and designing for complex construction projects for clients in New York City and all over the world.

A creative problem solver at his roots, Ryan attended the University of Hartford’s Hartt School where he earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. Following nearly a decade of working in and around New York City’s finest establishments, Ryan stepped into a design role at Patina Restaurant Group. In this role, Ryan managed the design & construction process for nearly every single PRG construction project—design-build, phased construction, renovations, and routine maintenance.

Ryan was often responsible for defining the initial scope of projects, fielding/evaluating vendor proposals, and ultimately managing each project from the beginning all the way through to construction, permitting, and close-out. He was also typically the central point-of-contact for the project team—designers, engineers, contractors/vendors, landlords, the health department and government agencies, all in addition to internal stakeholders and executives.

Ryan joined Ricca Design Studios in 2018 and leads Ricca’s New York City studio from Pittsburgh. He brings operational expertise, creative solutions and detail-oriented project management to all projects—those in New York City, the rest of the US, or across International waters.

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Spring is a season of renewal, a time to clear out the old and welcome in fresh energy. But with Mercury and Venus in retrograde, things might feel a little off—communication may be misaligned, decision-making could feel clouded, and relationships, both personal and professional, might be under review.

In this episode, I’m sharing ten powerful spring cleaning rituals designed to help you reset your space, realign your energy, and make the most of this potent time. Whether you’re looking to declutter your physical environment, set clearer intentions, or create a more energetically aligned business, these simple yet effective steps will help you feel more grounded, clear, and in flow.

• How the Mercury and Venus retrogrades are influencing your space, mindset, and energy right now
• Why decluttering and deep cleaning can create immediate shifts in your productivity and well-being
• How to use sound, scent, and natural elements to elevate the energy in your home or business
• A simple practice to set intentions daily and keep your space aligned with your goals

Your space holds energy. When you clear it with intention, you make room for more clarity, creativity, and aligned opportunities. Let’s embrace this season of renewal together.

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In this episode, Rachel discusses how to organize hospitality design ideas using Pinterest. She explains the benefits of creating a Pinterest business account and optimizing your profile. Rachel provides step-by-step instructions on creating a project and organizing it into sections. She suggests sections such as ideal customer, brand features, overall mood and vibe, etc... Rachel also shares tips on pinning high-quality images, pinning from the original source, collaborating with team members, and using the comments and notes section in Pinterest. She concludes by mentioning her interior design firm, Tiger Veil, which offers full-service interior design for hospitality business owners.

00:00 Introduction to Organizing Hospitality Design Ideas with Pinterest

01:20 Creating a Pinterest Business Account and Optimizing Your Profile

03:36 Organizing Your Project into Sections for Easy Access

06:01 Tips for Pinning High-Quality Images and Descriptions

09:13 Collaborating with Team Members on Pinterest

11:02 Consider Hiring Tiger Veil for Full-Service Interior Design

Are you a bar, restaurant, or hotel owner looking to elevate your space or planning to open a new one? Connect with Rachel for professional interior design services. Transform your venue into an inviting and inspiring environment that attracts your ideal customers and enhances their experience. Reach out to Rachel [here] to get started.

Rachel@tigerveil.com

619.277.2721

Instagram: @tigerveil

I’m excited to kick off the Holistic Hospitality Design Podcast with an overview of who this podcast is for and why I decided to create it. I also share with you a little of my personal story so you can understand where I’m coming from and get to know who I am as a designer. 

I can’t wait to go on this new journey with you to create elevated and mindful spaces for your clients and customers. Please let me know what questions you have for me and how I can best support you with this podcast!

Connect with Rachel Larraine

Website: Tigerveil.com

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/rachellarraine

Interior Design Services:

https://www.tigerveil.com/

Summary

In this episode, Rachel discusses astrology and using the cosmic forecast in businesses. She focuses on cancer season, the summer solstice, and a double full moon in Capricorn. Cancer season is a time for nourishment and self-care, while the summer solstice is a potent portal for reflection. The full moon in Capricorn highlights success and responsibilities, providing an opportunity to let go of old beliefs and redefine what success means. Rachel suggests journaling prompts and rituals to work with this energy. She also emphasizes the importance of reevaluating systems and structures in business.

Takeaways

• Cancer season is a time for nourishment, self-care, and going with the flow.
• The summer solstice is a potent time for reflection on the past and future.
• The full moon in Capricorn highlights success and responsibilities, providing an opportunity to let go of old beliefs.
• Redefine what success means to you and focus on what truly nourishes you.
• Reevaluate systems and structures in your business to make your life easier and seek assistance when needed.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Astrology and Cosmic Forecast

01:29 Cancer Season and Nourishment

05:44 Letting Go and Redefining Success

06:43 Nourishing Yourself and Your Business

08:03 Reevaluating Systems and Structures

Are you a bar, restaurant, or hotel owner looking to elevate your space or planning to open a new one? Connect with Rachel for professional interior design services. Transform your venue into an inviting and inspiring environment that attracts your ideal customers and enhances their experience. Reach out to Rachel [here] to get started.

Rachel@tigerveil.com

619.277.2721

Instagram: @tigerveil

Connect with Giulia:

• www.apartastrology.com
• Instagram.com/ap.art.as

Giulia Martello, Italian Artist and Astrologer

🎙️ Guest: Ianne Celeste Rivera, Embodiment Composer

🌌 Cosmic Focus: Jupiter in Gemini

🌟 Episode Highlights:

• Join us as we journey into the cosmic wonders of Jupiter in Gemini with our guest, Ianne Celeste Rivera.
• Ianne shares her unique approach to sound healing and embodiment, drawing from 14 years of scientific research and 7 years in the healing arts.
• Dive into a transformative sound ritual designed to help you align with the energy of Jupiter in Gemini, unlocking doors to curiosity, exploration, and growth.
• Discover how embracing the energy of Jupiter in Gemini can support your journey towards holistic well-being and fulfillment in your life and business.

🔊 About Our Guest:

Ianne Celeste Rivera is an Embodiment Composer known for creating space for deep exploration of innate pleasure. With a background in scientific research and extensive experience in the healing arts, Ianne offers a unique blend of sound healing and embodiment practices to support self-love, joy, and emotional well-being. Through her work, she invites individuals to embrace pleasure as their birthright and thrive from the wisdom of their own bodies.

🔗 Connect with Ianne:

• IG:  instagram.com/one_thread_rituals
• Websites:  https://theonethread.com, https://worldpleasureday.com
• Podcast:  Pleasure Revolution
• June 9th Eventbrite:  https://rb.gy/fk2ofb

🎉 Thank You for Listening!

Thank you for joining us on this cosmic journey! Don't forget to subscribe to the Holistic Hospitality Podcast for more inspiring episodes and transformative rituals. Stay tuned for our next exploration into the wonders of holistic well-being and conscious living.

Interested in our Interior Design Services? Contact us at Rachel@Tigerveil.com

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In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with astrologer Giulia Martello, an Italian artist and astrologer to delve into the exciting energy shift as Jupiter enters Gemini. This transit promises to open up possibilities in the most intriguing ways, bringing fresh opportunities and dynamic changes. Join us as we explore what this year has in store for you under Jupiter's influence in Gemini.

Connect with Giulia:

• www.apartastrology.com
• Instagram.com/ap.art.as

Giulia Martello, Italian Artist and Astrologer

Who is Giulia?

Giulia is an Italian artist and astrologer who explores the mysteries of the cosmos to illuminate her clients path with celestial insights and creative tools. "I love a world full of souls who are authentic in their self-expression" she says. 

Why did she choose astrology?

Because she finds it to be a wonderful language that helps us to identify ourselves through macrocosmic symbols reflecting our personal microcosm.

She has always been fascinated by it, since it helps to feel at home in our own body with our unique personality. So Giulia find astrology to be a wonderful TOOL that offers us countless insights to find order, confirmations, and personal recognition in living true to our uniqueness

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In our first Trend Report episode, I’m talking about one of my favorite recent trends: spirit-free offerings. I’m seeing this more and more in the hospitality space, so I’m giving you a quick overview of the biggest benefits of serving these non-alcoholic beverages. If you’re considering adding mocktails as an option for your patrons, this episode will give you several good reasons to start incorporating them now! 

Connect with Rachel Larraine

Website:

https://designcoven.com/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/rachellarraine

Interior Design Services:

https://www.tigerveil.com/

Want more guidance from me? Sign up to appear on the Holistic Hospitality Design Podcast for a design audit. You can book your design audit here: https://calendly.com/rachellarraine/audit.

If you’re thinking about working with an interior designer on your hospitality space, a big factor in your decision is how much it will cost. To help you get a clear picture of what to expect, I’m breaking down how I charge for my interior design services, and why this particular model works well for me and my clients. Every designer is different, but hearing how my pricing model works will help you understand the full scope of work and all that could be included in the costs.

Whether you’re thinking about working with a designer soon or further down the road, my hope is that this episode will give you the knowledge you need to help you make the best choice for you and your business.

Connect with Rachel Larraine

Website:

https://designcoven.com/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/rachellarraine

Interior Design Services:

https://www.tigerveil.com/

Want more guidance from me? Sign up to appear on the Holistic Hospitality Design Podcast for a design audit. You can book your design audit here: https://calendly.com/rachellarraine/audit.

Ready to elevate your hospitality business right now, but not sure how? In this episode, I outline seven easy ways you can enhance the overall experience for your patrons. These tips can be implemented quickly to create a better ambiance in your physical space while also building a much deeper connection between your brand and your customers/clients. Small changes can make a huge difference, so I encourage you to give these a try!

Connect with Rachel Larraine

Website:

https://designcoven.com/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/rachellarraine

Interior Design Services:

https://www.tigerveil.com/

Want more guidance from me? Sign up to appear on the Holistic Hospitality Design Podcast for a design audit. You can book your design audit here: https://calendly.com/rachellarraine/audit.