# Dina Mitchell on Building the World's First Certified Gluten-Free Fast-Casual Restaurant

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Podcast: [Gluten Free Unwrapped](https://stenobird.com/podcast/gluten-free-unwrapped-7352192)
Published: 2025-12-03T07:05:07+00:00
Episode link: https://rss.com/podcasts/glutenfreeunwrapped/2332985
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## Resource

In this episode of Gluten-Free Unwrapped, host Jenny Finke interviews Dina Mitchell, the founder of Power Soul Cafe, the world's first certified gluten-free fast food restaurant chain. Dina shares her extensive background in the food industry, her journey to create a safe dining experience for those with celiac disease and other dietary restrictions, and the challenges she faces in the gluten-free market. The conversation delves into the importance of certification, the unique offerings on the menu, and Dina's passion for educating others about gluten-free options. As she discusses her business model and plans for expansion, it becomes clear that Dina is driven by a mission to provide safe, delicious food for everyone. Connect with Dina and Power Soul Cafe Website: powersoulcafe.com Instagram: @powersoulcafe Facebook: @PowerSoulCafe Dina Mitchell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dinamitchell/ Connect with Jenny Finke (host) Order a Love Me Gluten Free subscription box at lovemeglutenfree.com Follow Love Me Gluten Free on Instagram (@lovemeglutenfree) or Facebook (@lovemeglutenfreebox) . Follow Jenny's founder content on Instagram at @goodforyouglutenfree and subscribe to her newsletter at welcome.goodforyouglutenfree.com . Connect with Jenny on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferfinke/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Power Soul Cafe 00:59 Dina's Culinary Journey 04:54 The Vision Behind Power Soul Cafe 13:50 Challenges in Gluten-Free Dining 22:02 Understanding Gluten-Free Certification 29:53 Menu Highlights and Ingredients 39:14 The Evolution of Dining Habits 43:03 Scaling the Business: Growth Plans and Strategies 48:31 Passion-Driven Entrepreneurship: The Heart of Power Soul Cafe 50:40 Celebrity Encounters and Community Engagement 54:40 Balancing Work…

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