Cooking Your Way Through Life

In this episode of Cooking Your Way Through Life, I sit down with Tinesha Tutt for an honest and thoughtful conversation about self-love — what it really means, how it shows up differently for everyone, and why it’s never a one-size-fits-all journey.

We talk openly about how we each arrived at the place we’re in today, the challenges we faced along the way, and how growth often comes from uncomfortable moments rather than perfect o...

In this episode of Cooking Your Way Through Life, we’re talking about Adaptability — in the kitchen and in life.

I break down four key lessons adaptability has taught me through cooking: learning to adjust to your surroundings and the things you can’t control, why waiting for the “perfect time” only holds you back, how perseverance matters more than perfection, and why the ability to adapt is essential for growth and survival.

I al...

Friendships aren’t always easy — but the ones that last are always worth it.

In this episode of Cooking Your Way Through Life, I’m joined by my longtime friend Ayla. We’ve been friends since first grade, and this conversation reflects what it truly looks like to grow with someone over time. Life changes, priorities shift, and friendships evolve — but real bonds adapt instead of breaking.

We talk openly about vulnerability, growth, ...

Setbacks happen — in life, in business, and even in the kitchen.

In this episode of Cooking Your Way Through Life, I talk honestly about navigating setbacks when things don’t go as planned. Whether a setback is personal, professional, or financial, we all eventually face the same decision: adapt, pivot, or let go and move forward.

I share real-life perspective on how setbacks can cost more than effort — they often cost time — and w...

Patience isn’t passive — it’s intentional, active, and often tested when progress feels slow.

In this episode of Cooking Your Way Through Life, I’m joined by OG for a grounded conversation about patience in both life and the kitchen. We talk about how patience shows up when you’re building something meaningful and why comparing your journey to someone else’s only creates unnecessary pressure.

On the culinary side, we focus on risot...

Happy New Year — and welcome to the first episode of 2026.

In this episode of Cooking Your Way Through Life, I’m taking a moment to acknowledge something important: we made it another year. With that comes reflection, intention, and the opportunity to start fresh.

We talk about New Year’s resolutions — how to make them realistic, obtainable, and sustainable, and why consistency and effort matter more than big declarations. Resoluti...

This is a special bonus holiday episode of Cooking Your Way Through Life.

This Christmas, I had the chance to spend time with friends I hadn’t seen in over five years — Mollie and Ger — and it reminded me just how powerful chosen friendships can be. We’re born into family, but we choose our friends, and that choice creates a bond that can last years, even across distance and time apart.

In this episode, I reflect on gratitude, frie...

In this week’s episode of Cooking Your Way Through Life, Chef Drake Robertson (aka Chef Hollywood) is joined by Jamal and Lexi for an honest and thoughtful conversation about impulse — the thoughts and actions we make in the moment, often without slowing down to examine why.

We dive into impulsive decision-making and ask the bigger questions: Are our impulses driven by gut instinct, emotion, or habit? And how do those split-second ...

In this week’s episode of Cooking Your Way Through Life, Chef Drake Robertson (aka Chef Hollywood) sits down with his friend Warren Mullins — a former cruise director turned tattoo artist — for a real and reflective conversation about growth, both personal and professional.

We talk about how growth doesn’t always look the way we expect, how sometimes we don’t even recognize our own progress, and how it often takes seeing growth in ...

Connection shows up in our lives in more ways than we realize — through the people we love, the friendships we build, the cultures we explore, and the food that brings us together. Today’s episode dives into what connection truly means and how it shapes who we are.

We start by exploring the difference between a deep personal connection — the kind where you feel vulnerable, valued, and fully seen — and the powerful connections we fo...

Change can be scary, exciting, uncomfortable, or transformational — sometimes all at once. In today’s episode of Cooking Your Way Through Life, I sit down with Spencer Jason, who grew up on the waters of Long Island and never expected that the ocean would become his workplace. Spencer began his journey as a Chef at Sea, but his curiosity and love for the salty air, breathtaking views, and constant exploration led him to make a bold...

In this week’s episode of Cooking Your Way Through Life, Chef Hollywood slows things down for the holiday and dives into the art of being present. Thanksgiving often gets overshadowed by the rush of Christmas, social expectations, and constant comparison — but this episode is all about grounding yourself in what’s right in front of you.

We talk about how reflection during the holidays helps us appreciate what we already have, inste...

In this week’s episode of Cooking Your Way Through Life, Chef Hollywood sits down with Grant Martin — a comedian, creator, and close friend who calls himself the Mindful Comedian for the way he blends growth, humor, and reflection. 🌱😂

Together, we unpack the idea of failure — the personal missteps, career setbacks, and unexpected moments that taught us more than our successes ever did. From lessons learned on cruise ships to the ...

In this week’s episode of Cooking Your Way Through Life, Chef Hollywood sits down with Brittany, owner and pastry chef of the Low country’s first mobile bakery — Declan’s Delights Co., a Best of Bluffton nominee. 🍰

Together, we dive into the idea of risk — the big leaps and small daily decisions that shape both our careers and our lives. From following passion projects to walking away from comfort zones, we share what it really me...

n this episode of Cooking Your Way Through Life, we’re talking about gratitude — not just saying “thank you,” but truly shifting your mindset from glass half empty to glass half full. 🌿

Chef Hollywood dives into how practicing gratitude can change the way you cook, live, and appreciate the small things. We’ll also explore this week’s techniques: slow cooking and braising — two comforting, flavorful methods that remind us good thin...

In this week’s episode of Cooking Your Way Through Life, Chef Drake Robertson (aka Chef Hollywood) sits down with Warren Mullins — a former cruise director turned tattoo artist with more opinions than facts — for a fun and fearless conversation about real fears vs. irrational fears, and how both can hold us back more than we realize.

Together, we open up about facing fear, trusting change, and learning to laugh through life’s chall...

This week, we’re switching things up and having some fun.

In this special episode, Chef Hollywood brings together every co-host from this quarter for a game of “Cooking Your Way Through Telephone.” Each co-host asks another co-host a question — no one knows what’s coming next — creating a fun, honest, and behind-the-scenes look at the people who help bring this podcast to life.

Featuring: Warren, Brittany, Grant, Spencer, Jamal &am...

Discipline isn’t about being perfect — it’s about showing up, even when you don’t feel like it.

In this episode, Chef Hollywood explores how building discipline in the kitchen mirrors building it in life. From learning French to hitting the gym or reading more, every habit starts with small, intentional steps — just like measuring every ingredient with care.

Through the art of baking, Chef breaks down how structure creates freedom,...