Debbie von Ahrens with her 2024 BIBA award for The Business of Dining

Why Debbie von Ahrens’ ‘The Business of Dining’ Belongs on Every Young Professional’s Reading List

Restaurants serve as the backdrop to big moments and small ones, from family celebrations and dates to business deals. They are among Debbie von Ahrens’ favorite destinations now, but she knows that it took time to learn how to use those moments well. Her years in New York restaurants and television advertising fill the pages of The Business of Dining: A Guide to Making a Five-Star Impression, a book for readers who want to feel comfortable at any table.