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 18: A Conversation with Justin and Mia Devillier of La Petite Grocery

EP 18: A Conversation with Justin and Mia Devillier of La Petite Grocery

Chef 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 Operations and co-owner. R...

26 Mars 51min

EP 17: A Conversation with James London of Chubby Fish

EP 17: A Conversation with James London of Chubby Fish

James 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 York, he went on to lead...

12 Mars 55min

EP 16: A Conversation with Kat Kinsman of Food & Wine

EP 16: A Conversation with Kat Kinsman of Food & Wine

Kat 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, and founder of Chefs wit...

26 Feb 1h

EP 15: A Conversation with Culinary Icon Wolfgang Puck

EP 15: A Conversation with Culinary Icon Wolfgang Puck

Wolfgang 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 renowned kitchens before mov...

12 Feb 1h 4min

EP 14: A Conversation with Andrew Zimmern

EP 14: A Conversation with Andrew Zimmern

Andrew 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 important stories. Thr...

29 Jan 1h 25min

EP 13: A Conversation with Hospitality Entrepreneur Brooks Reitz

EP 13: A Conversation with Hospitality Entrepreneur Brooks Reitz

Brooks 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 New Orleans. He is also...

15 Jan 1h 22min

EP 12: A New Year’s Message from Steve Palmer

EP 12: A New Year’s Message from Steve Palmer

In this special kick-off to 2026, host Steve Palmer and his previous and upcoming guests, including Frank Stitt, Kat Kinsman, Andrew Zimmern, and more, share thoughts on what trends we will see more (...

1 Jan 47min

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