Gastronomics

Alex Mayyasi

Gastronomics is about the business of food. In each episode, host Alex Mayyasi talks to chefs, economists, and people with insights and stories about how economics shapes the modern menu. Meet a trend forecaster who tracks thousands of menus to know exactly when restaurants should start serving yuzu lemonade or ube pancakes. Discover how Best Restaurant lists get made. And learn why billionaires like Bill Gates buy lots and lots of farmland. Subscribe here, on YouTube, or any podcast player. And subscribe for email updates at gastronomicspodcast.com.

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Gastronomics

Episodes (2)

Wed Jun 10th The secret life of the Domino's pizza tracker
Apr 7th Introducing Gastronomics

Gastronomics

Jun 10, 2026
30 minutes
27 MB

You are probably familiar with the Domino's pizza tracker. What you may not know is that it is one of the most influenntial design innovations of all time. Its subtle brilliance has inspired apps and websites ranging from Uber to TurboTax. There are pizza trackers everywhere for those with eyes to see. Learn more about Gastronomics or subscribe to the newsletter at gastronomicspodcast.com

Gastronomics

The secret life of the Domino's pizza tracker

Alex Mayyasi

00:00 -29:40