Steve Palmer

Say Grace

Arts EN ↓ 56 episodes

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 t...

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Author

Steve Palmer

Episodes

EP 6: A Conversation with André Natera of Chef's PSA 10.04.2025 1:07:45

Based in Austin, TX, André Natera is a best-selling author, public speaker, and host of Chef's PSA , one of the top-ranked chef podcasts globally. With 27 years of experience as a professional chef, André now dedicates his work to mentoring the next generation of culinary leaders and sharing unfiltered insights through his books, online courses, and podcast. Known for his honest and impactful styl...

EP 5: A Conversation with Vivian Howard 27.03.2025 48:30

Celebrated chef, cookbook author, television personality, and restaurateur Vivian Howard's culinary expertise stretches across multiple mediums while remaining deeply rooted in her Southern upbringing. An author of two cookbooks, her first, Deep Run Roots: Stories & Recipes from My Corner of the South, is a New York Times-bestseller and was named "Cookbook of the Year" by International Association...

EP 4: A Conversation with Kevin Boehm of Boka Restaurant Group 13.03.2025 42:11

Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Chicago-based Boka Restaurant Group Kevin Boehm has established himself as one of the world's foremost hospitality visionaries. Alongside partner Rob Katz, Kevin has opened 40 restaurants over the last 30 years and built a restaurant group based on great chefs, inspired design, and enlightened hospitality. Under his leadership, the group has earned 18 James Beard Foundatio...

EP 3: A Conversation on Hospitality With Longtime Indigo Road Hospitality Group Teammates 27.02.2025 1:05:15

Longtime teammates of the Indigo Road Hospitality Group (IRHG) Jeremiah Bacon, Kimball Brienza, Jennifer Dailey, and Vonda Freeman have played a big part IRHG's growth within their 15 years of working under IRHG. From leading the beverage program and culinary directions, to growing one concept to multiple locations, to looking after the financial health of the business, each individual has played...

EP 2: A Conversation with Mickey Bakst of Ben's Friends 13.02.2025 58:33

Maître D, foodie, fundraiser, philanthropist, career restaurateur, mentor, and Charleston ambassador – these are just a few titles bestowed upon Mickey Bakst. After nearly 50 years of working in the hospitality industry, Mickey co-founded Ben's Friends, a support group for members of the food and beverage industry battling substance abuse and addiction, alongside Steve Palmer. The mission of Ben's...

EP 1: A Conversation with Mike Lata of FIG Charleston 30.01.2025 1:00:19

Mike Lata, chef and co-owner of Charleston's FIG and The Ordinary in Charleston, SC, is a James Beard Award-winning chef celebrated for his dedication to local flavors and culinary practices that pay respect to the efforts and traditions of his family of purveyors and the Lowcountry. Mike's food, philosophy, and contributions to the Charleston community have earned him recognition on a national pl...