All in the Industry
All in the Industry is an award-winning podcast founded in 2014 by host and producer Shari Bayer of NYC-based Bayer Public Relations, focusing on behind-the-scenes talent in hospitality. On each episode, Shari invites experienced culinary, hospitality and restaurant professionals across the globe to share their story, engaging in inspiring conversations about their careers and our dynamic hospitality industry. Shari also tips off each episode with a PR tip, features speed rounds, industry news discussions, and her signature solo dining experiences. In addition, Shari covers premier culinary and hospitality events, festivals and conferences worldwide as part of her exclusive ‘On the Road’ series. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for being a part of All in the Industry®!
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Manu Buffara, Restaurante Manu, Curitiba, Brazil
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Today on our episode #441 of All in the Industry, Shari Bayer's guest is Manoella "Manu" Buffara, Chef & Owner of Restaurante Manu in Curitiba, Brazil, which features a tasting menu inspired by Manu's story, staff and suppliers. Dedicated to a farm-to-table approach and fresh products concept, Manu ranks sustainability high among her priorities, working closely with local producers to create a seasonally paired tasting menu with a strong focus on plant-based dishes.
Since its first year of operations, Restaurante Manu has garnered many accolades, including being consistently ranked on Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants Awards, most recently being named No. 80 in 2025. ln 2018, Manu received the prestigious ‘One to Watch’ Award, and in 2022, Latin America’s Best Female Chef Award.
Manu has been involved in sustainability actions aimed at causes since her restaurant opened in 2011, such as preserving native Brazilian bees and incentivizing young producers not to abandon the areas of fishing and agriculture in Paraná. Since 2016, she has participated in the Urban Gardens project with the city government of Curitiba.
Manu is the author of Manu: The Recipes and Stories of my Brazil (Phaidon, 2023), where she tells the story of a culinary career founded on a commitment to indigenous ingredients and underserved communities, as showcased within her restaurant. She is also a contributor to Shari's book, Chefwise, which was also published by Phaidon in the same year.
Shari was thrilled to dine at Restaurante Manu in Curitiba before sitting down with Manu to hear her story, and spend a few days exploring her city with her and her team, and an intimate group of international culinary journalists. Thank you so much, Manu, and your team, for such a special experience, and congratulations on all of your success. Obrigada!
Today's show also features Shari's PR tip to believe in yourself, & Solo Dining experience at Sip & Guzzle in NYC -- a fine place to sip or guzzle (or indulge in a fine burger!), currently No. 1 on North America's 50 Best Bars 2026 by The World's 50 Best. Congrats! (31:57)
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