We’ve followed Dan Orlovsky’s journey full circle—from a simple craving for the taste of home, to building Kaohsiung’s only Israeli restaurant, Loracorlo, and navigating the realities of running a business across cultures during uncertain times. Now, in this final chapter, we go beyond the surface and take an honest look at what it really takes to keep a restaurant running—not just in theory, but in reality. Dan opens up about the behind-the-scenes challenges, the constant pressure of sustaining a business, and the moments that truly tested his commitment to the dream he set out to build. More importantly, we explore the mindset that kept him going. What does it take to push through uncertainty, setbacks, and exhaustion? What drives someone to keep moving forward when things get tough? Dan also shares his advice for those thinking about starting a business in Taiwan, along with his vision for the future—bringing this journey not just full circle, but forward. If you’...

Last week, we got a glimpse of the complexities of working across different countries as Dan Orlovsky shared his experience in Israel, China, the Philippines, and Taiwan. Today, we zoom in on one of the more intriguing parts of Dan’s journey: navigating culture—not just in food, but in people. What happens when you take leadership styles shaped in Israel and apply them in Taiwan? What makes the Taiwanese workplace culture unique? What was his experience managing teams across Taiwan, China, Israel, and the Philippines—each with their own expectations, communication styles, and ways of working? Tune in to this episode as Dan opens up about the cultural learning curve and the adjustments he had to make to truly connect with his team. If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to run a business across cultures, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Last week, we got a glimpse into Dan Orlovsky’s journey before stepping into the restaurant world, along with the story behind Loracorlo's name. In today’s episode, we go a step further and explore what truly makes Loracorlo, Kaohsiung's only Israeli restaurant, stand out. Dan shares how he brings authentic Israeli flavors to southern Taiwan, from carefully selected spices to specialty ingredients imported directly from Israel—each one playing a key role in recreating the dishes he grew up with. With customers often asking how “authentic” his food really is, Dan also reflects on what authenticity means to him. Beyond the food, he opens up about his experiences connecting with people from different cultural backgrounds, including Taiwan, China, Israel, and the Philippines. Join us for Part 2 of our conversation as we uncover the flavors and cross-cultural insights behind Dan and Loracorlo’s journey.

Tucked away in Kaohsiung is a restaurant with a story that stretches far beyond the city’s streets. Loracorlo, the only Israeli restaurant in this southern city, began with a very simple desire: a craving for the taste of home.  In this episode of Formosa Dream Chasers, we sit down with Dan Orlovsky, the founder of Loracorlo, to learn how the COVID-19 pandemic brought him to Taiwan and ultimately led him into the restaurant business. What started as a personal longing for familiar flavors slowly grew into something bigger—an idea that would take shape during one of the most uncertain times in recent history. As the world grappled with the disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic, Dan found himself navigating unfamiliar territory, turning a simple desire into a dream that would become reality. In this conversation, Dan shares how Loracorlo came to life and what it means to bring a piece of Israeli culture and cuisine to Kaohsiung. Tune in as we explore how a craving for home tu...