Amidst the sounds of some of the most renowned bands in America, Chef Justin Cucci operates his business, resides, and prepares food.
Six eateries in Denver, Colorado are owned by the dedicated Deadhead and are part of the Edible Beats chain.
He has given Steely Dan song and lyrics the names of each of his operational firms.
THE HERO OF HOOPS WHO INSPIREDHOOSIERS CURRENTLY SERVES LARGE FRIED PORK SANDWICHES IN THE INDIANA STYLE.
Several different bands have an influence on his brand.
The name of his flagship eatery, Root Down, is a play on several tracks from the Beastie Boys’ 1994 album “Ill Communication.”
Root Down is housed in a mid-century petrol station that was constructed using salvaged and repurposed materials; the “new American” menu emphasizes farm-to-table cuisine that highlights the finest of regional ingredients.
Chef Cucci stated that music and food are “nourishing in different ways” for humans.
“Food and music have a universal language that never ends. For ten thousand more years, we will continue to cook and create music.”
