Overview
For over 25 years, we are honored to work with all types and sizes of business. Each business, from start-ups to international organizations, always get our full attention. We like to work with companies that seek differentiated food, beverage, retail, and
entertainment experiences.
Our clients are independent operators of restaurants and hotels; entertainment, cultural and academic venues; casinos and racing operators; corporate foodservice; contract management companies; real estate developers; manufacturers, grocers, and retailers.
We are passionate, creative, and think outside the box to optimize cash flow and brand value. We actively guide your team through the complexities of the journey – bite by bite.
entertainment experiences.
Our clients are independent operators of restaurants and hotels; entertainment, cultural and academic venues; casinos and racing operators; corporate foodservice; contract management companies; real estate developers; manufacturers, grocers, and retailers.
We are passionate, creative, and think outside the box to optimize cash flow and brand value. We actively guide your team through the complexities of the journey – bite by bite.
Arlene Spiegel FCSI
Arlene Spiegel, founder and President of Arlene Spiegel & Associates, is a restaurant, retail and foodservice consultant, team builder and a multiple award winner for excellence in hospitality, restaurant development and branding.
As the former Director of the Global Food and Beverage Practice at PricewaterhouseCoopers, Ms. Spiegel has clearly proven her food and beverage skills to the betterment of her public and private clients, providing strategic growth plans, financial models and market positioning. |
As a third generation restaurateur, Arlene has dedicated her entire professional life studying the eating and purchasing habits of consumers in every possible food and beverage environment.
Having owned and operated successful restaurants In the New York area, Ms. Spiegel understands first hand, the challenges, responsibilities and rewards of ownership. Her restaurants, The Garden of Eating, capitalized on the growing demand for ‘good for you’ style eating and resulted in Ms. Spiegel receiving the coveted Pacesetter Award and The Small Business Woman of the Year Award.
Working with all segments of the hospitality industry, including branded restaurants, bars, academic and cultural Institutions, Independent entrepreneurs, corporate chain restaurants, real estate developers, retail, contract management, gaming and entertainment clients, Ms. Spiegel, has been highly successful in developing differentiated and compelling branded concepts; master plans for public and private developments; engineered profitable menus; and orchestrating experiential and memorable food programs. Her renowned clients, including celebrity chefs, say that her enthusiasm brings new spirit and energy to their programs. Her renowned clients, including celebrity chefs, say that her enthusiasm brings new spirit and energy to their projects. They consider her an invaluable thought partner in starting, transforming, and scaling their concepts.
Arlene Spiegel recently joined the Council Member board of The Sylvia Center, bringing her extensive experience and passion for empowering youth through healthy eating and nutrition education. Her involvement is expected to enhance the organization's efforts in creating impactful community programs and expanding outreach initiatives.
Having owned and operated successful restaurants In the New York area, Ms. Spiegel understands first hand, the challenges, responsibilities and rewards of ownership. Her restaurants, The Garden of Eating, capitalized on the growing demand for ‘good for you’ style eating and resulted in Ms. Spiegel receiving the coveted Pacesetter Award and The Small Business Woman of the Year Award.
Working with all segments of the hospitality industry, including branded restaurants, bars, academic and cultural Institutions, Independent entrepreneurs, corporate chain restaurants, real estate developers, retail, contract management, gaming and entertainment clients, Ms. Spiegel, has been highly successful in developing differentiated and compelling branded concepts; master plans for public and private developments; engineered profitable menus; and orchestrating experiential and memorable food programs. Her renowned clients, including celebrity chefs, say that her enthusiasm brings new spirit and energy to their programs. Her renowned clients, including celebrity chefs, say that her enthusiasm brings new spirit and energy to their projects. They consider her an invaluable thought partner in starting, transforming, and scaling their concepts.
Arlene Spiegel recently joined the Council Member board of The Sylvia Center, bringing her extensive experience and passion for empowering youth through healthy eating and nutrition education. Her involvement is expected to enhance the organization's efforts in creating impactful community programs and expanding outreach initiatives.