Episode 43 - Anthony Lauro: The Cheesecake Legend of Bloomfield and beyond

In this episode, we sit down with Anthony Lauro, the owner of Anthony’s Cheesecake in Bloomfield, NJ. Born and raised in the Bensonhurst section of Brooklyn, Anthony’s journey into the restaurant world was anything but traditional. After realizing accounting wasn’t for him, he took a bold leap—opening his first restaurant at just 21 years old with zero experience. While that venture didn’t last, it ignited his passion for the industry, leading him to work every position in a restaurant and become a self-taught chef.

But it was his grandmother’s cheesecake recipe that changed everything. What started as a simple family dessert became the heart of his business and a must-try for food lovers everywhere. We dive into his journey, the challenges of running a restaurant, and how COVID-19 impacted his business, his customers, and the Bloomfield community.

And of course, we talk about what makes his cheesecakes so legendary. Trust us—you’ll be craving a slice after this one!