EP 19: A Conversation with Chef Alex Harrell of The Gloriette and Ben’s Friends
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EP 19: A Conversation with Chef Alex Harrell of The Gloriette and Ben’s Friends

Chef 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 childhood weekends on his grandparents’ Gulf Coast farm harvesting produce and cooking with his father. After earning a biology degree from Hampden-Sydney College, Harrell discovered his passion for the kitchen while working at a beachside seafood restaurant. He then moved to New Orleans, cooking under acclaimed chefs Susan Spicer and Gerard Maras. Harrell later led celebrated restaurants including Sylvain and Angeline and opened The Elysian Bar. Today, he serves as Executive Chef at The Gloriette in Covington, Louisiana.

In this episode, Alex sits down with Steve to talk about his journey to sobriety, his leadership role with Ben’s Friends, a support group for hospitality workers navigating addiction, and what first drew him to the hospitality industry, as well as what continues to keep him there today.

If you or someone you know that works in the hospitality industry is struggling with addiction, visit bensfriendshope.com to find resources.

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EP 10: A Conversation with Neal Bodenheimer of Cure Co. and Tales of the Cocktail

EP 10: A Conversation with Neal Bodenheimer of Cure Co. and Tales of the Cocktail

Neal Bodenheimer is the Managing Partner of CureCo., the group behind New Orleans' acclaimed bars Cure, Cane & Table, and VALS, and is a partner in Washington D.C.'s legendary restaurant, Dauphine's. ...

5 Kesä 20251h 3min

EP 9: A Conversation with Danny Meyer of Union Square Hospitality Group

EP 9: A Conversation with Danny Meyer of Union Square Hospitality Group

Danny Meyer is one of the most influential voices in modern hospitality. As the founder of Union Square Hospitality Group, he's built some of New York's most iconic restaurants—including Union Square ...

22 Touko 202541min

EP 8: A Conversation with Chris Shepherd and Lindsey Brown of Southern Smoke Foundation

EP 8: A Conversation with Chris Shepherd and Lindsey Brown of Southern Smoke Foundation

Based in Houston, Texas, Chris Shepherd and Lindsey Brown are the Co-Founders and husband-and-wife team behind Southern Smoke Foundation, a non-profit organization that provides emergency relief fundi...

8 Touko 20251h 9min

EP 7: A Conversation with Lawrence Weeks of North of Bourbon and Ensō

EP 7: A Conversation with Lawrence Weeks of North of Bourbon and Ensō

Chef and restaurateur Lawrence Weeks channels Southern tradition, global influence, and personal heritage into his Louisville-based restaurants, North of Bourbon and Ensō. A Louisville native, Weeks w...

24 Huhti 202547min

EP 6: A Conversation with André Natera of Chef's PSA

EP 6: A Conversation with André Natera of Chef's PSA

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, An...

10 Huhti 20251h 7min

EP 5: A Conversation with Vivian Howard

EP 5: A Conversation with Vivian Howard

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...

27 Maalis 202548min

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

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

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...

13 Maalis 202542min

EP 3: A Conversation on Hospitality With Longtime Indigo Road Hospitality Group Teammates

EP 3: A Conversation on Hospitality With Longtime Indigo Road Hospitality Group Teammates

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...

27 Helmi 20251h 5min

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