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Forking Around with Flavor South Florida

Forking Around with Flavor South Florida

Forking Around with Flavor South Florida is a podcast hosted by Kerri Paizzi, CEO of Flavor South Florida. It was created to give restaurant owners and industry professionals a space to talk openly about the behind the scenes of South Florida’s dining industry.These conversations are with the people who live in this industry daily - from owner-operators and chefs to hospitality partners, local collaborators, and more.Episodes are released in the lead-up to Flavor South Florida, the largest

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61:30

From Top Chef and Michelin Stars to Ford’s Farm with...

Forking Around with Flavor South Florida ·

2026/10/08

What makes a Michelin-starred chef put his life savings into a farm? Host Kerri is asking Jeremy Ford, the Top Chef winner behind Stubborn Seed and The Butcher’s Club, and getting a look at the work going into Ford’s Farm. She’s even volunteering to get her hands dirty.They get into the practices behind Stubborn Seed’s Michelin Green Star, including turning kitchen scraps into compost, and how growing his own ingredients shapes what ends up on the menu. Jeremy also shares plans for a test kitchen

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65:18

Dishing Out Restaurant Secrets: Tipping, Service...

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2026/10/01

What’s behind the service charge on your restaurant bill? Kerri gets into the tipping debate with Café Chardonnay’s Frank Eucalitto and Jodi Cross of the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (FRLA). They discuss why some restaurants are changing the way servers are paid and how rising operating costs affect the decisions owners make.As Café Chardonnay approaches its 40th anniversary, Frank shares the dishes regulars won’t let him take off the menu and why he’s turned down opportunities to

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55:10

From Australia to Delray Beach: Going Behind the Bar...

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2026/09/24

What makes an espresso martini worth ordering twice? Kerri Paizzi sits down with Max Lennon and Andy O’Connell for a look at what goes on behind the bar at Avalon, Lulu’s and CAMPI in Delray Beach. Andy has made her some seriously good martinis, so she’s getting into his secrets.They talk about why a packed brunch can be tougher than dinner service and what happens when someone calls out sick, only to show up in someone else’s Instagram story at a concert. The guys share their take on online

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66:59

Balancing the Demands of Running a High-End...

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2026/09/17

Dallas Wynne, Director of Operations at The Butcher’s Club at PGA National, joins Kerri to talk about her path from pastry chef to restaurant leadership, all while being a mom of two small children. Dallas shares how she makes time for her two young boys while working restaurant hours. They also talk about how she’s evolved as a leader and have a laugh about “gentle parenting” in the kitchen.Of course, Kerri had questions about the food. Dallas tells the story behind her signature brown butter

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48:07

Behind the Business of Great Restaurants with Ben...

Forking Around with Flavor South Florida ·

2026/09/10

What does it take to build a successful restaurant from the ground up and keep it thriving in an industry where the margins are tight, the hours are long, and expectations never stop growing?In this episode of Flavor South Florida, Kerri Paizzi sits down with Ben Foster, Director of Operations for MLM Food Group, the team behind Hudson's on the River and Townie's Tavern. From washing dishes as a teenager in Ohio to helping launch some of South Florida's most recognizable restaurant concepts, Ben

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37:25

Chef Loel Miller on Leading Malka's Global Culinary...

Forking Around with Flavor South Florida ·

2026/09/03

What does it take to go from commanding over 100 soldiers in the Israeli Army to leading one of the world's most exciting modern kosher restaurant concepts? In this episode of Forking Around with Flavor South Florida, Chef Loel Miller, Executive Chef and Culinary Director of Malka, shares his remarkable journey from military service in Israel to helping oversee the global expansion of Chef Eyal Shani's acclaimed restaurant group.Loel opens up about the lessons in leadership, teamwork, and resilience

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53:59

Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce President & CEO...

Forking Around with Flavor South Florida ·

2026/08/27

What does it take to build a thriving business community in one of the fastest-growing regions in Florida?In this episode of Flavor South Florida, Kerri Paizzi sits down with Noel Martinez, President and CEO of the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce, to discuss the economic forces shaping Palm Beach County. From healthcare and education to hospitality, construction, and financial services, Noel breaks down the industries driving growth and creating opportunities across the region.The conversation

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51:06

Inside the Restaurant Business with Gabriella’s Owner...

Forking Around with Flavor South Florida ·

2026/08/20

Frank Brusco never planned on getting into the restaurant business. After years in commercial printing, one bad experience at a local pizzeria ended with him buying the place. Today, he owns eight restaurants across New Jersey and Florida, including Gabriella’s Modern Italian in Delray Beach. Frank joins Kerri to talk about how he built his restaurant group and what brought him to South Florida. They get into the realities of running restaurants, from staffing and rising costs to reservations and

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43:00

Bethany Sharp's Journey from Lady Jet Set to The...

Forking Around with Flavor South Florida ·

2026/08/13

Bethany Sharp has built a career around connection, creativity, and resilience. A Palm Beach Gardens native, real estate investor, former founder of Lady Jet Set, and editor of The Scout Guide Palm Beach Gardens, Bethany joins Kerri to share the journey behind her many reinventions.From launching a luxury fashion rental company to navigating the challenges of COVID, personal setbacks, and entrepreneurship, Bethany opens up about the mindset that helped her move forward when life did not go according

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30:41

Ara Jupiter Owner Steven Fondu On Building One of...

Forking Around with Flavor South Florida ·

2026/08/06

Ara owner Steven Fondu joins Kerri to talk about what it takes to build a restaurant people come back to again and again.Steven grew up around his father's restaurants in New York before opening one of Jupiter's most talked-about dining spots. He talks about the lessons he carried from that upbringing, the risks of opening his own place, and how he built a team culture that shapes the way guests are treated the moment they walk in.The conversation moves through Ara’s globally inspired menu and why

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68:47

Inside Palm Beach County's Food Scene with Palm Beach...

Forking Around with Flavor South Florida ·

2026/07/30

Palm Beach County's restaurant scene is growing quickly, and few people follow it as closely as Palm Beach Post Food Writer Diana Biederman.In this episode of Forking Around with Flavor South Florida, Kerri Paizzi sits down with Diana to discuss her career, how she approaches restaurant coverage, and what she looks for when deciding which places deserve attention.They also break down the latest Michelin Guide announcements for Florida. Diana shares her take on the restaurants that earned

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51:24

Life On and Off the Air with WRMF Radio Personality...

Forking Around with Flavor South Florida ·

2026/07/23

Virginia Sinicki, beloved WRMF radio personality and longtime voice of the KVJ Show, joins Kerri for a hilarious, heartfelt, and completely unfiltered conversation.From 27 years on South Florida radio to Mardi Gras stories, plastic surgery honesty, local restaurants, motherhood, Little Smiles, and what it really feels like when listeners become lifelong friends, Virginia brings the same warmth, humor, and transparency that has made her a local legend.This episode is equal parts funny, personal,

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48:28

Exploring the World with GG: Travel, Food, and...

Forking Around with Flavor South Florida ·

2026/07/16

Giselle "GG" Chusan, the creator behind Explore with GG, joins Kerri for an honest conversation about building a social media brand from scratch, balancing a corporate career with content creation, and turning a passion for travel into a platform that reaches millions.From her early days working at Lululemon during the uncertainty of COVID to growing a loyal audience across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and beyond, GG shares the realities behind life as a creator. They dive into viral content, travel

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22:36

The Woman Who Started It All: Origin Story of Flavor...

Forking Around with Flavor South Florida ·

2026/07/09

Before there was Flavor South Florida, there was one woman, one big idea, and 17 restaurants willing to take a chance on it.Kerri sits down with Briana Beaty - the founder of Flavor Palm Beach - to hear the story straight from the source. Briana shares how a love of New York Restaurant Week and Miami Spice inspired her to build something similar from scratch in Palm Beach County, cold-calling restaurants on her lunch break and knocking on doors after hours until she had her first 17 participants in

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54:05

Chef David Burke on Culinary Creativity, Memorable...

Forking Around with Flavor South Florida ·

2026/07/09

Chef David Burke joins Kerri for a conversation about what it really means to cook with creativity, run restaurants with staying power, and create food that people actually remember.From his signature bacon and lobster dumplings at Seahawk Prime to his decades in New York, New Jersey, and Florida restaurants, David shares how innovation, hospitality, pressure, and personality all come together on the plate.They talk about the balance between creativity and consistency, why restaurants need to create

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77:02

The Three Amigos Behind Some of South Florida's...

Forking Around with Flavor South Florida ·

2026/07/09

What does it actually take to build a successful restaurant in today's market?In this episode of Forking Around with Flavor South Florida, Kerri Paizzi sits down with three of South Florida's most accomplished restaurateurs: Scott Frielich, Cleve Mash, and Angelo Abbenante. Together, they have launched dozens of restaurants, bars, and hospitality concepts across Palm Beach County and beyond, including Dada, Blackbird Modern Asian, Papichulo, Lynora's, Clematis Social, and more.The conversation dives

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61:42

From Hell’s Kitchen to PGA National: Paula DaSilva’s...

Forking Around with Flavor South Florida ·

2026/07/09

Paula DaSilva’s culinary journey began long before television audiences met her as the runner-up on Season 5 of Hell’s Kitchen. Raised in a hardworking family that built Brazilian restaurants from the ground up, Paula learned early that success in hospitality is built on grit, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to serving others. Today, as Director of Food & Beverage at PGA National, she brings those same values to one of South Florida’s premier resort destinations.In this episode, Paula

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41:37

The Prequel: Inside the Launch Party | Forking Around...

Forking Around with Flavor South Florida ·

2026/07/07

What happens when South Florida's food lovers, community leaders, and local personalities all gather under one roof? You get an unforgettable launch party and we're bringing you along for the ride!In this special live episode of Forking Around with Flavor, we recorded a series of fun, fast-paced mini interviews straight from our Launch Party on June 25th. Each guest brings their own unique flavor to the conversation.Featuring live interviews with:Holly Meyer LucasSunday CampbellBrie MazinAbby

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2:41

Official Trailer | Forking Around with Flavor South...

Forking Around with Flavor South Florida ·

2026/06/24

Forking Around with Flavor South Florida is a podcast for restaurant owners, operators, and hospitality professionals who want a real look at the business behind the plate.Hosted by Kerri Paizzi, CEO of Flavor South Florida, the show features candid conversations with the people who keep the restaurant industry moving, from independent operators and chefs to community and industry leaders.Episodes drop beginning July 9th ahead of Flavor South Florida, South Florida’s largest restaurant month,

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