Champion pizza maker and pizzeria owner Lars Smith is on The Hot Slice podcast this week. Listen as Lars shares his passion and experience of opening State of Mind Public House and Pizzeria in Los Altos, California. Lars hits on some tips on business planning and pizza competitions. This episode is hosted by Creative Director Josh Keown and Executive Editor Denise Greer.Lars talks:Family Business DynamicBuilding Out Another Restaurant During the PandemicWork/Life BalanceOutdoor DiningCalifornia Seasonal Menu FocusEarly Career at Pizza My HeartPizza Competitions and TipsRule-breaking Food PhilosophyMenu Pricing PrinciplesBusiness Planning TipsVisit State of Mind Public House and Pizzeria at https://www.stateofmindpublichouse.com/Follow @stateofmindpub on Instagram--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-hot-slice/message