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SN3, Episode 4: Behind Misono's Consistency | Ft. Daniel Rea Song on Building a Family Business
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- Founder Diaries Podcast
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- Aug 24, 2026
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Summary
Some businesses don't just survive they become institutions. In this episode, we sit down with Daniel Rea Song, Marketing and Business Development Director at Misono and son of the founder, to unpack over 30 years of the Misono journey: the story, the lessons, the mishaps, and how a single restaurant became a household name. Daniel takes us back to where it all started — his father's journey through Safari Park, which shaped the chef he would become, and his decision to build a life and a family in Kenya, drawn in by the education system and the opportunity it offered his children. Misono opened its doors in 1995, starting out of a modest rented space on Lenana Road with a limited menu — a location it would call home for 16 years, until 2011.We also get into what's kept Misono consistent for three decades despite chefs coming and going over the years: documented SOPs for every single dish, standardized training, and strict quality control. Plus, Daniel shares his own story growing up under an entrepreneur, his early hustles, what actually happens behind the scenes every day to keep the business running, and how they think about employee retention. This episode is brought to you by: 🔹 Beauty Square KE — Your go-to destination for premium, quality beauty essentials. Visit and patronize at beautysquareke.co PARTNER SPOTLIGHT 🔹 DigiTax — Simplifying tax and invoicing for businesses so you can focus on growth, not paperwork. Learn more: https://digitax.tech/ | +254795279403 DigiTax — your tax assistant in your pocket PARTNER HIGHLIGHT Sarova: We’re honored to have Sarova Hotels as our Season 3 partner. From creating beautiful spaces to curating unforgettable experiences, Sarova is the best fit for your staycation, business meeting or that special celebration. Visit their…