Alex Roberts: An Icon of Twin Cities Dining

Niver Niver Land

What does leadership look like for restaurateurs in 2022? How do we continually evolve in an industry that has changed so much over the past two years? How does one maintain high standards in their work? These questions, and more, are discussed in this episode of Niver Niver Land.
Our guest, Alex Roberts, is one of the most critically acclaimed chefs in Minnesota history. In 2010, he was selected as one of the "Best Chefs in America" by the James Beard Foundation. The rest of his Beard nominations, which amount to 6, include "Outstanding Chef" and "Outstanding Restaurant."
After cutting his teeth in New York City, Roberts came to Minneapolis in 1999 to open Alma. The restaurant is still open today and has become an institution of dining in the Midwest. His other great contribution to the state, Brasa Rotisserie, further established his reputation as an incredibly talented and versatile chef.
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Welcome to Niver Niver Land: a podcast that addresses massive change in the restaurant industry.

The show is hosted by award-winning restaurateur Tim Niver – a local legend of Minnesota's Twin Cities – known for his involvement with fabled spots like Aquavit, Town Talk Diner, and Strip Club Meat & Fish. Today, he runs Saint Dinette and Mucci's Italian in St. Paul.

Tim sees a major problem with restaurant industry dialogue: there is a lack of discussion about the ongoing, unprecedented change. Many of those who work in the industry are still trying to wrap their heads around what has happened over the last two years.

Today, Tim is ready to talk about these things – through his trademark wit and foolishness – so that we can better appreciate and preserve the cultural importance of restaurants.