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A soulful exploration of the hospitality industry through the eyes of celebrated restaurateur and author Steve Palmer. Combining the richness of grace—a pre-meal tradition in the South, a gift freely given, and a timeless virtue—with the transformative journey of hospitality, this podcast dives deep into the stories behind the industry. With heartfelt conversations, Palmer uncovers personal journeys of resilience, mental health breakthroughs, and sources of inspiration, showcasing how lives are shaped and changed by the world of service. Say Grace is your place to reflect, connect, and savor thoughtful narratives. Pull up a chair, and join the dialogue about food, people, and the grace that sustains them both.
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- S3 EP 2: A Conversation with June Rodil, Felipe Riccio, and Austin Waiter of Goodnight Hospitality · 1 h 2 min · Temporada 3 Episódio 2June Rodil, Felipe Riccio, and Austin Waiter are the team behind one of Houston's most acclaimed hospitality groups, Goodnight Hospitality. June, CEO and Partner, is one of fewer…
- S3 EP 1: A Conversation with Simon Kim of Gracious Hospitality · 1 h 3 min · Temporada 3 Episódio 1Simon Kim is the Founder and CEO of Gracious Hospitality Management, the group behind acclaimed concepts including COTE Korean Steakhouse, COQODAQ, and Undercote. Born in South…
- S2 EP 30: A Conversation with Sam Fore of Tuk Tuk Snack Shop · 1 h 6 min · Temporada 2 Episódio 30Sam Fore is a Sri Lankan-American chef and recipe developer based in Lexington, Kentucky, whose cooking blends her Sri Lankan heritage with her upbringing in the American South…
- S2 EP 29: A Conversation with Jeremiah Langhorne of The Dabney · 1 h 25 min · Temporada 2 Episódio 29Jeremiah Langhorne is the chef and co-owner of The Dabney in Washington, D.C., a restaurant that has helped redefine modern American cooking through a deep reverence for…
- S2 EP 28: A Conversation with Kyle Knall of Birch and CASSIS · 51 min · Temporada 2 Episódio 28Kyle Knall is the Culinary Director at Stone Bank Farms and chef/co-owner of Birch in Milwaukee, which he operates with his wife, Meghan. At Birch, he champions regionally…
- S2 EP 27: A Conversation with Yia Vang of Vinai · 1 h 13 min · Temporada 2 Episódio 27Yia Vang is the executive chef and owner of Vinai in Minneapolis, where he honors the past, present, and future of Hmong cooking. Born in a Thai refugee camp and raised in…
- S2 EP 26: A Conversation with Legendary Chef Nancy Silverton · 50 min · Temporada 2 Episódio 26Nancy Silverton is a five-time James Beard Award–winning chef and co-owner of the Mozza Restaurant Group, which includes eight locations worldwide. Her flagship California…
- S2 EP 25: A Conversation with Matt and Ted Lee of The Lee Bros · 1 h 38 min · Temporada 2 Episódio 25Siblings Matt and Ted Lee grew up and learned to cook in Charleston, SC. They founded The Lee Brothers Boiled Peanuts Catalogue, a mail-order source for Southern pantry staples…
- S2 EP 24: A Conversation with Vinnie Cimino of Cordelia and ROSY · 1 h 8 min · Temporada 2 Episódio 24Vinnie Cimino is a Cleveland, Ohio-based chef who has built his reputation on Midwest values, exceptional ingredients, and genuine hospitality. At his restaurant, Cordelia, he…
- S2 EP 23: A Conversation with Jon Bassford, Founder of Lateral Solutions · 32 min · Temporada 2 Episódio 23Jon Bassford is a best-selling author, TEDx speaker, and founder of Lateral Solutions, an operations consulting and advisory firm. With a background spanning law, philosophy, and…
- S2 EP 22: A Conversation with Alyssa Maute Smith of Charleston Wine + Food · 51 min · Temporada 2 Episódio 22Alyssa Maute Smith is the Executive Director of Charleston Wine + Food, where she led the organization into its 20th anniversary year in 2026 with a focus on community…
- S2 EP 21: A Conversation with Bill Addison of the Los Angeles Times · 1 h 9 min · Temporada 2 Episódio 21Bill Addison is the restaurant critic for the Los Angeles Times, where he writes influential reviews and guides that spotlight the diversity of the Southern California dining…
- S2 EP 20: A Conversation with Rose Previte of Maydan · 1 h 8 min · Temporada 2 Episódio 20Rose Previte is the owner of Washington, D.C.’s acclaimed restaurants and bars Compass Rose, MICHELIN-starred Maydan, Medina, and Maydan Market in Los Angeles. She is also the…
- S2 EP 19: A Conversation with Chef Alex Harrell of The Gloriette and Ben’s Friends · 51 min · Temporada 2 Episódio 19Chef Alex Harrell brings a blend of classical technique and deep respect for Southern technique and seasonal ingredients to his cooking. Raised in southeastern Alabama, he spent…
- S2 EP 18: A Conversation with Justin and Mia Devillier of La Petite Grocery · 52 min · Temporada 2 Episódio 18Chef Justin Devillier and Mia Devillier are the husband-and-wife team behind New Orleans’ beloved La Petite Grocery, where Justin serves as Chef/Owner and Mia as Director of…
- S2 EP 17: A Conversation with James London of Chubby Fish · 55 min · Temporada 2 Episódio 17James London is a Charleston native whose culinary career began at age 14. After graduating from the College of Charleston and training at The French Culinary Institute in New…
- S2 EP 16: A Conversation with Kat Kinsman of Food & Wine · 1 h 0 min · Temporada 2 Episódio 16Kat Kinsman is the Executive Features Editor at Food & Wine. She is the author of Hi, Anxiety: Life with a Bad Case of Nerves, host of the award-winning podcast Tinfoil Swans…
- S2 EP 15: A Conversation with Culinary Icon Wolfgang Puck · 1 h 4 min · Temporada 2 Episódio 15Wolfgang Puck is a chef, restaurateur, and culinary pioneer whose name is synonymous with innovation in modern cuisine. Born in Austria, he worked in some of Europe’s most…
- S2 EP 14: A Conversation with Andrew Zimmern · 1 h 25 min · Temporada 2 Episódio 14Andrew Zimmern is an Emmy- and four-time James Beard Award–winning chef, creator, producer, and storyteller who has built a career on the belief that food tells the world’s most…
- S2 EP 13: A Conversation with Hospitality Entrepreneur Brooks Reitz · 1 h 22 min · Temporada 2 Episódio 13Brooks Reitz is a Charleston-based entrepreneur, investor, and writer. He is the owner of Leon's Oyster Shop, Little Jack's Tavern, and Melfi's, in Charleston, and The Bell, in…







