E12: Central Floridians Are Loving This Modern Day Speakeasy

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Orlando Impact

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Locals in Orlando have all heard of The Pharmacy — a modern day speakeasy-themed restaurant in downtown Orlando. Anyone who’s visited knows a secret password is necessary to enter (and, the door is actually cleverly concealed — like a true speakeasy).   On this episode, Chef Owner Loren Falsone tells her tale of working at the world-famous Al Forno’s in Providence, RI, before opening her third venture here in Florida, The Pharmacy.   What we talked about:   How The Pharmacy was funded on a handshake by a wealthy local businessman   Business partners   Young entrepreneurs   Opening a restaurant   Working with & reaching out to the local Orlando community   You can find this interview, and many more, by subscribing to the Orlando Impact podcast on Apple Podcasts, on Stitcher, or here.