Controversial restaurant Episode Bar + Kitchen announced that they were parting ways with motivational speaker Rendon Labador.
In a statement, the controversial restaurant, which was heavily promoted by Labador, revealed that another party had acquired their business.
Following the acquisition, one of the changes made by the management was to remove Labador and to promote ‘positivity’ among their customers.
“Following this change, Mr. Rendon Labador has severed all associations with Episode Bar + Kitchen,” the restaurant said.
“This transformation allows us to further enhance our dedication to our core values of positivity, excellent service, and delectable food. These values remain the backbone of Episode Bar + Kitchen, guiding our way forward independent of past affiliations,” they added.
Aside from severing ties with Labador, the restaurant also announced that their ‘rice’ is now P50.
It can be recalled that negative reviews had swarmed the restaurant because of its connection to Labador, who’s known for his antics.
Netizens praised the decision of Episode to part ways with Labador.
“If this is true ….BEST decision ever! Negativity + food biz will never work out. Paano kayo manliligaw ng customers if the previous image endorser keeps on projecting negative vibes and casting destructive criticisms on social media. I agree with purging all the negative vibes of EP. Good luck and hoping that your bizz will thrive better!” netizen Cynthia said.
“Well good decision for the long run, para di na ma-damage yung image ng resto and more customers will come and enjoy the resto. Hindi na magiging dahilan ang isang tao para walang pumunta,” netizen Mark remarked.
As of writing, Rendon has yet to comment on the decision of his former restaurant.