In a move that has the Houston food scene buzzing with gossip, Lynndell “Lynn” Price, co-founder of the popular Turkey Leg Hut, has launched a grilled oyster pop-up named Tiger2Dozen directly across the street from his former establishment, following his recent termination. Teaming up with New Orleans chef Royal Bellock, Price's strategic location choice seems calculated to draw attention and perhaps even customers away from the Turkey Leg Hut.
The timing of this debut, just weeks after Price's dismissal and amidst a contentious divorce from his estranged wife and co-founder Nakia Holmes, adds an extra layer of drama to the situation. Allegations of financial mismanagement and abuse have further fueled the fire, making this culinary rivalry more akin to a soap opera than a mere business dispute.
Interestingly, this scenario bears a striking resemblance to an episode of "Curb Your Enthusiasm," where Larry David creates a Spite Store right next to Mocha Joe's, a coffee shop he feels has wronged him. The parallels are evident in both cases:
Strategic Location: Both Lynn Price and Larry David strategically position their ventures directly adjacent to their former establishments to capitalize on existing foot traffic.
Business Rivalry: The establishment of Tiger2Dozen serves as a direct challenge to the success of Turkey Leg Hut, echoing the competitive dynamics between Larry's Spite Store and Mocha Joe's.
Petty Motivation: The actions of Price and David are driven by a sense of pettiness and revenge, making their moves more about spite than genuine business ambition.
Publicity Stunt: Both incidents generate significant buzz and attention, with media coverage amplifying the drama surrounding the situations.
While these real-life events may lack Larry David's comedic flair, they certainly rival his fictional antics in terms of audacity and entertainment value.
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