All The Rules Restaurants Have To Follow on 'Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives'
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All The Rules Restaurants Have To Follow on 'Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives'
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You can submit your restaurant online.
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You have to talk to production next.
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Your customers could help you get on the show.
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You'll be heavily vetted by producers.
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You have to get Guy's stamp of approval.
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Months of prep work goes into each episode.
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You can't pay to appear on the show.
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You won't be paid to appear on the show either.
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Don't expect a lot of notice before filming.
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Having an interesting backstory can help you get cast.
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Having unique food helps too.
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Homestyle cooking can also give you an edge.
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You won't have to interact with a big crew.
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You might be part of a busy filming schedule.
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Sorry, but you have to foot the bill.
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Your restaurant has to close while filming.
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The show can pull out at the last minute.
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Guy gets the final say on which dishes are featured.
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Don't try to feed Guy before your segment.
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You have to set aside an afternoon of your time for Guy.
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Ingredients must be prepped beforehand.
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There is a script you have to follow.
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Make sure you avoid these ingredients.
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Here's how to tell if Guy really likes your food.
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Don’t touch the Camaro.
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You may have some special guests on set.
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You'll have lag time between filming and the episode airing.
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You can't share any details until your episode airs.
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Be ready for the post-show pick-up.
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Don't waste your newfound fame.
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Re-runs also help keep business booming.
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Fan sites help attract tourists, too.
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Don't expect to meet Guy before the taping.
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Don't use Guy's catchphrases.
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You can ask Guy for advice.
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Customers have to be invited to the set.
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Not all of the customers get to talk to Guy.
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Every restaurant gets an autographed picture.
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If you're lucky, you'll make the book.
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But nothing is guaranteed.
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