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In this episode, we sit down with Eric Taliercio—the heart behind Taliercio’s, the iconic Middletown, NJ deli turned tri-state and beyond food destination.

Eric’s path wasn’t straightforward. Despite his father owning the deli since 1988, Eric grew up working everywhere except inside it. After college, he tried finance, only to find himself drained and unfulfilled.

Everything shifted when he finally joined the family business. His father made him start from the bottom, working seven days a week to learn the craft—and Eric fell in love with it.

Today, he’s transformed Taliercio’s into a social media powerhouse known for its massive, creative sandwiches and a team-first culture. Eric lives by “the we, not the I,” always shining the spotlight on the people who help make Taliercio’s what it is. Their online presence surged during COVID and hasn’t slowed since.

But beyond the viral fame and booming business, what stands out most is Eric’s genuine character—and the deep, meaningful relationship he’s built with his father by working side-by-side. Eric is one of the kindest, most grounded people I’ve had the chance to sit down with, and after hearing his story, you’ll understand exactly why the future of Taliercio’s looks brighter than ever.

Follow Taliercio's: @taliercios

Recorded at Taliercios Middletown, NJ

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