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 wild story of how we ended up at a pajama party with Oprah, this episode is all about growing through what didn’t go as planned.

This week’s culinary theme dives into the top four things home cooks and chefs fail at the most: scrambled eggs, pasta, breads, and chicken. Chef Hollywood breaks down why these mistakes happen and how to fix them so your kitchen failures can turn into flavor-filled wins. 👨🏽‍🍳🔥

🎙️ Guest: Grant Martin — The Mindful Comedian 📸 Instagram: @itsgrantmartin 📘 Facebook: @itsgrantmartin 🎵 TikTok: @itsgrantmartin ▶️ YouTube: @itsgrantmartin

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In this week’s episode of Cooking Your Way Through Life, Chef Hollywood sits down with Brittany, owner and pastry chef of the Lowcountry’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 means to bet on yourself and grow through uncertainty.

This episode also explores the art of cooking without a recipe — learning to trust your instincts, rely on core techniques, and let creativity take the lead in the kitchen. 👨🏽‍🍳

🎙️ Guest: Brittany, Owner & Pastry Chef of Declan’s Delights Co. 📸 Instagram: @declansdelightsco 📘 Facebook: Declans Delights Co. 🌐 Website: www.declansdelights.com

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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 things take time.

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