Michele DiMeo aka The Restaurant Diva
Restauranteur/ Mom/ Podcast Host/ Motivational speaker
Michele DiMeo, aka “The Restaurant Diva,” is a restaurant executive, entrepreneur, franchise leader, speaker, and host of the syndicated Dine & Dish Podcast. With more than 30 years in the restaurant and hospitality industry, Michele serves as COO and co-founder of MONTE Restaurant Development Group and President of Squisito Franchise Enterprises. Known for her energetic personality and passion for hospitality, she brings real-world expertise in restaurant operations, franchising, leadership, branding, guest experience, and business growth. Through Dine & Dish and her media appearances, Michele shares the stories, trends, and personalities shaping the future of hospitality.
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Aug. 26, 2026
164. Michele DiMeo, The Restaurant Diva
Hey there food fans! Welcome back to The Food For ThoughtCast- it's time for Episode 164 with my special guest, Michele DiMeo. Michele, aka “The Restaurant Diva,” is a restaurant executive, entrepreneur, franchise leader, speaker, and host of the syndicated Dine & Dish Podcast. With more than 30 years in the restaurant and hospitality industry, Michele serves as COO and co-founder of MONTE Restaurant Development Group and President of Squisito Franchise Enterprises. Michele and I talk about gett...