E465 – Current & Critical – Joanna Pariseau & Melissa Boerger, Food Meets Tech: Innovating Your Local Dining Scene
“The restaurants that understand the spirit of hosting, and get it, those are thriving.”
The conversation highlights their commitment to supporting local businesses by giving diners a new way to engage with restaurants without overwhelming the staff or service. From developing their MVP (Minimum Viable Product) to seeing rapid growth in Calgary, Toronto, and beyond, Melissa and Joanna explain how they’ve created a scalable, community-driven model for food enthusiasts. They also discuss the challenge of accommodating evolving customer preferences, like the increasing popularity of non-alcoholic beverages, while ensuring every experience feels personalized and memorable.