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Say Grace

Steve Palmer
Hospitality Industry
Hospitality
Mental Health
Southern Cuisine
Culinary Arts
Mentorship
Highlands Bar & Grill
Birmingham
New York City
Restaurant Management
Covid-19
New Orleans
Recovery
Shake Shack
Danny Meyer
Sustainability
Covid-19 Impact On Restaurants
Wine Tasting
Professionalism In Restaurants
Restaurants

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 journe... more

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Yia 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 Wisconsin, his culinary perspective is deeply rooted in family, culture, and t... more

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Nancy 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 restaurants include MICHELIN-starred Osteria Mozza, Pizzeria Mozza, chi SPACCA... more

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Siblings 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, in 1994 before embarking on a second career as food journalists and awar... more

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Vinnie 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 champions “Midwest Nice,” putting team and guests first while celebrating ... more

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Recent Guests

Yia Vang
Executive chef and owner of Vinai in Minneapolis
Vinai
Episode: EP 27: A Conversation with Yia Vang of Vinai
Nancy Silverton
Five-time James Beard Award-winning chef and co-owner of Mozza Restaurant Group
Mozza Restaurant Group
Episode: EP 26: A Conversation with Legendary Chef Nancy Silverton
Matt Lee
Member of The Lee Brothers, co-author and restaurateur
The Lee Brothers
Episode: EP 25: A Conversation with Matt and Ted Lee of The Lee Bros.
Ted Lee
Member of The Lee Brothers, co-author and restaurateur
The Lee Brothers
Episode: EP 25: A Conversation with Matt and Ted Lee of The Lee Bros.
Vinnie Cimino
Cleveland-based chef, founder of Cordelia and ROSY
Cordelia; ROSY
Episode: EP 24: A Conversation with Vinnie Cimino of Cordelia and ROSY
Jon Bassford
Founder of Lateral Solutions; TEDx speaker; author of Curious Leader
Lateral Solutions
Episode: EP 23: A Conversation with Jon Bassford, Founder of Lateral Solutions
Alyssa Maute Smith
Executive Director of Charleston Wine + Food
Charleston Wine + Food
Episode: EP 22: A Conversation with Alyssa Maute Smith of Charleston Wine + Food
Bill Addison
Restaurant critic for Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times
Episode: EP 21: A Conversation with Bill Addison of the Los Angeles Times
Rose Previte
Owner of Compass Rose and Maydan, author
Maydan, Compass Rose
Episode: EP 20: A Conversation with Rose Previte of Maydan

Host

Steve Palmer
Host known for guiding conversations on hospitality, leadership, and personal journeys within the industry.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Great conversation!

    Such an authentic and interesting conversation between friends. Look forward to more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Forty Beads Girl
    United Statesa year ago

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Guests consistently bring depth on resilience and mentorship.
Authentic and insightful dialogue that feels like a chat among industry colleagues.
Great conversation!
The host skillfully weaves business, culture, and personal growth in hospitality.

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Apple Podcasts
#150
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#51
Colombia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#107
Brazil/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

EP 24: A Conversation with Vinnie Cimino of Cordelia and ROSY
Q: How did you raise capital for Cordelia?
Vinnie describes meeting two believers early on and the late-stage discovery that allowed partners and family to back the venture, emphasizing luck and the right alignment more than a formal capital raise.
EP 22: A Conversation with Alyssa Maute Smith of Charleston Wine + Food
Q: What are you most proud of about the festival after 20 years?
She emphasizes the community's excitement, the hands-on engagement of locals, and the personal connections formed through the festival, describing it as a source of pride for the city and its hospitality scene.
EP 22: A Conversation with Alyssa Maute Smith of Charleston Wine + Food
Q: What makes the festival unique in your view, especially as a nonprofit?
Alyssa discusses the nonprofit mission, local purchasing, and the broader impact on the community, including the economic benefits and the way the festival supports local artisans, farmers, and small businesses.
EP 22: A Conversation with Alyssa Maute Smith of Charleston Wine + Food
Q: What was the turning point that convinced you to apply for the executive director position?
She explains a mentor encouraged her to apply, highlighting her intimate knowledge of the festival, relationships with local players, and belief that she could push the festival forward while staying true to the community.
EP 22: A Conversation with Alyssa Maute Smith of Charleston Wine + Food
Q: Tell me how you found your path to the festival and what drew you to this role.
Alyssa shares that she started in PR and communications, fell into events, and saw the festival as a natural place to advocate for storytelling and community representation, which led her to pursue the ED role to ensure locals are deeply reflected in the festival.

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A thoughtful series exploring the hospitality world through intimate conversations with leaders, chefs, critics, and entrepreneurs. Episodes center on career journeys, mentorship, resilience, and the evolving meaning of hospitality—from staff culture and leadership to mental health advocacy and community impact. The show often blends personal origin stories with industry-wide shifts, offering practical lessons for operators, media professionals, and aspiring guests about building sustainable businesses and meaningful guest experiences. A notable through-line is the emphasis on grace, both as a Southern hospitality tradition and as a mindset for navigating challenges in restaurants and media alike.

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Recent guests on Say Grace include:

1. Yia Vang
2. Nancy Silverton
3. Matt Lee
4. Ted Lee
5. Vinnie Cimino
6. Jon Bassford
7. Alyssa Maute Smith
8. Bill Addison

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