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As the son of celebrity chef Lidia Bastianich, being a restaurateur is in Joe Bastianich's blood. He has opened a number of restaurants. Now he's using his expertise -- and cash -- to back new eateries. Joe and Texas-based chef Tim Love invest their money in concepts they believe have potential to succeed. In each episode two teams get a chance to pitch ideas to Joe and Tim, who choose which has the better concept. The selected one gets a tryout with three assets: keys to an L.A. establishment, 36 hours, and $7,500. The team uses them to test their dream in a pop-up restaurant, to devise a branding campaign, and to write a business plan -- under the scrutiny of a culinary consultant. Results of the 36-hour shot determine whether the entrepreneurs will get the backing.
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S3, EP3 "From the Ashes"
An owner who lost everything in his divorce, including a restaurant, and an owner buried in debt from a hemp-centric restaurant try to get money from the investors.
S3, EP4 "Fast, Cheap and Out of the Box"
Two teams looking to spin off fast-casual restaurants, one with sliders and one with South African flavors, look to impress the investors.
S3, EP5 "A Place in the Sun"
One restaurant looking for more profit from opening a rooftop bar, and two brothers wanting to open a fourth location featuring small plates look for investor help.
S3, EP6 "Late-Night Munchies"
Two teams with late-night snacks, one with a spin on the traditional eggroll and one with an old family rice ball recipe, look to impress the investors.
