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Talkin" "bout Food

Welcome to the “Talkin’ ‘bout Food” podcast. The only food commentary show on the Grand Strand. Richard Florczak, former private chef for Tom Cruise, Mel Gibson, Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Garner, shares his insights into the local food scene. The Private Chef to the Stars provides entertaining commentary, advice for the home cook, discussions with local chefs, interviews with his celebrity friends and endless stories of working up-close and personal with Hollywood’s A-list. But whether it’s

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Episode 25: Getting educated on preparing boiled...

Talkin" "bout Food ·

2025/04/25

Two local natives school The Private Chef to the Stars on the proper way to cook boiled peanuts. Microledon Farm owner, Oscar Chavez, discusses how he started and how he became one of the best micro greens growers on the Grand Strand. Chef Richard goes on a rant about the dangers of leaving scathing restaurant reviews.

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52:14

Episode 24: Chef Adam Kirby owner of Bistro 217 and...

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2025/04/18

Acclaimed chef and co-owner of Bistro 217 and Rustic Table, Chef Adam Kirby. Chef Kirby sits down with Chef Richard Florczak and talks about growing up Southern, learning to cook from his mom and grandmother, working throughout the west coast and Hawaii, and bringing it all together in his two phenomenal restaurants in Pawleys Island. The Content Food Critic, Sophia Edens, interviews The Private Chef to the Stars.

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43:41

Episode 23: Owner of Palmetto Farms and maker of some...

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2025/04/11

The Private Chef to the Stars heads out to Aynor to sit down with David Dorman, owner of Palmetto Farms. The three generations old company that produces some of the best grits in South Carolina. Also, Peter Gerace, local soft shell crab harvester, explains the science, the process, and the cooking of this local delicacy.

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42:21

Episode 22: Grand Strand Magazine food writer, Paul...

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2025/04/04

Twenty year food writer for the Grand Strand magazine, Paul Grimshaw discusses the past, present, and futue of the local food scene. Sophia Edens, The Content Food Critic, stops by the "Talkin' 'bout Food" studio to tell us abot "9 Spices Hot Pot and BBQ" and her amazing evening at the "Tasting on 9th's" collaborative dinner with "Microleden Farms" in Conaway.

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43:56

Episode 21: Neal's Creekhouse owner, Zach Baker....

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2025/03/28

The fasinatic story behind Neal's Creekhouse. The Private Chef to the Stars sits down with Zach Baker, owner of Neal and Pam's in Surfside and Neal's Creekhouse in Murrells Inlet. The executive director of HGTC International Culinary Academy, Chef Joe Bonaparte, discusses his recent trip with his students to Paris...then off to New Orleans. Commentary on Neal's Creekhouse.

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49:19

Episode 20: Bohemian Bull owners, Julie and Michael...

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2025/03/21

Chef Richard does a deep dive into the backround of the owners of Bohemian Bull restaurant in Murrells Inlet. Their experience and challenges of opening their first restaurant. Jack Gregory of "Murrells Inlet Eats" and "Pawleys Island Eats" Facebook fame, discusses four Grand Strand restaurants not to be missed. The Private Chef to the Stars' commentary on Anto's Pizza Romana and Italian Market in Conway.

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43:47

Episode 19: Interview with Flavio Medeiros, owner of...

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2025/03/14

Flavio Medeiros of "The Scoop on Myrtle" gives The Private Chef to the Stars the scoop on the Myrtle Beach food scene. "The Myrtle Beach Foodie Babe" ...is there competition in the "food influencing" scene in The Grand Strand? She also discusses some new restaurant finds and you'll be quite surprised at some of them.

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63:00

Episode 18: Interview with Chef Geoff Blount of Leve...

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2025/03/07

The Private Chef to the Stars sits down with expert baker, Chef Geoff Blount to discuss Leve bakery and the complexities of sourdough baking. An interview with the owners of the popular Puerto Rican food truck, Pa'Picar Pa'Picar in Pawleys Island. How they began and the passion to keep their food authentic. Commentary on Cafe Vincenzo's pizza in Myrtle Beach.

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59:52

Episode 17: Project Smashburger food truck, Rivertown...

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2025/02/28

The Private Chef to the Stars sits down with Mike Hensley, owner of Project Smashburger food truck. Sophia Edens, "The Content Food Critic" tells us about her recent local dining experiences. Commentary by chef Richard about Cafe Vincenzo's pizza.

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63:30

Episode 16: Dave Clayton of Pawleys Island Peeps and...

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2025/02/21

Dave Clayton sales expert, marketing guru, world traveler, philanthropist, and admin of Pawleys Island Peeps and anything else that ends in "Peeps" on Facebook. Dave has lived here in The Grand Strand and knows the restaurant world here inside and out. Curtis Hillard former executive chef at Tide to Table in Lichfield discusses his backround, the restaurant scene, and his future.

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44:49

Episode 15: Owner of "Gourmet Cooking Connection,"...

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2025/02/07

The Private Chef to the Stars sits down with Chad Swain of "Gourmet Cooking Connection." The coolest cooking supply store on The Grand Strand. Also, Christopher Dixon of "Dixon's Fixins." A local home delivery company supplying beef, chicken, pork and seafood right to your door. Commentary on the classic Murrells Inlet restaurant, On the Half Shell.

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Episode 14: Becoming friendly with Beatle, George...

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2025/01/31

Episode 14: Becoming friendly with Beatle, George Harrison while working room service at The Hotel Bel-Air. Commentary on local Detroit pizza by Pizza Squared. Horror stories of the restaurant and private chef world.

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56:53

Episode 13: Judy Boone's General Manager Jamie...

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2025/01/17

The general manager of the iconic southern restaurant, "Judy Boone's" discusses how the restaurant came to be, the incredible staff, and why the restaurant is as beloved as it is. Meredith Herman, chef/owner of arguably the most popular food truck on the Grand Strand. Commentary by The Private Chef to the Stars on The Grumpy Mustache in Murrells Inlet.

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Episode 12: Top Grand Strand food content creators...

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2025/01/10

Two of the most influential food content creators on the Grand Strand, Amy Everhart of "Myrtle Beach Foodie Babe" and Sophia Edens "The Content Food Critic" discuss the dedication to their work and their fearless way of approaching the good, the bad, and the ugly with equal enthusiasm.

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40:09

Episode: 11 CEO of Rise Restaurant Group in Dallas...

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2025/01/04

CEO of Rise Restaurant Group in Dallas discusses his love of the Grand Strand food scene. Commercial/television/movie personality and wife of The Private Chef to the Stars talks about her favorite restaurants on the Grand Strand. Commentary by chef Richard on Mama Mia's pizza and Gino's pizza in Myrtle Beach

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Episode 10: Chef Jamie Daskalis owner of Johnny D's,...

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2024/12/20

An interview with Food Network personality, award winning chef, owner of all three Johnny D's Waffles and Benedicts, and owner of The Tasting Room on 9th in Myrtle Beach, Jamie Daskalis. The brilliant Sophia Edens aka The Content Food Critic. Commentary on Nonna's Taste of Italy by The Private Chef to the Stars, Richard Florczak.

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Episode 9: Chef Joe Bonaparte from HGTC talks the...

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2024/12/13

Executive director Chef Joe Bonaparte of the HGTC International Culinary Academy talks about the best knives, home ranges and small kitchen appliances. Chef Josie Allen from the Black Cat Kitchen food truck discusses the hurdles to get up and running and devising her Asian fusion menu. Captain Fred Rourke educates us on catching, cleaning shrimp along with his instructions on "the backyard shrimp fry." Commentary on Cutty's Pizza in Little River.

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Episode 8: Jack Gregory, Grand Strand restaurant...

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2024/12/06

The Private Chef to the Stars sits down to pick the brain of Jack Gregory from Murrells Inlet Entertainment and Foodies. Also, local bartender/restaurant manager discusses his line of hot sauces. Commentary on "Local" of Pawley's Island and Toffino's Italian Bakery Deli and Pizzeria

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Episode 7: An interview with music legend, Paul Williams

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2024/11/29

The Private Chef to the Stars, Richard Florczak, sits down with singer, songwriter, actor, Academy Award winner, Paul Williams. Also, an interview with one of the Grand Strand's top food influencers, Amy Everhart, the Myrtle Beach Foodie Babe. Chef Richard does commentary on Benito's Pizza in North Myrtle Beach and Tu Taco in Murrells Inlet.

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Episode 6: Interview with Mel Gibson Part Two

Talkin" "bout Food ·

2024/11/22

Part two with Mel Gibson. Mel talks about his most memorable meals, what his last dinner might be, and eating snakes with Robert Downey Jr. Also, two HGTC culinary students discuss the school, their favorite junk food, and future plans. Commentary by The Chef to the Stars about Andomiro restaurant in Pawley's Island and Scotto's Pizza in Myrtle Beach.

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