In this episode, I’m joined by two dynamic chefs and educators who have turned their passion for food into a thriving business and a lasting friendship. Red Seal qualified chefs Jody O'Malley and Kirstie Herbstreit are the co-founders of The Culinary Studio.

Together, they bonded over properly cooked calamari and never looked back. What began as a shared love of food and teaching grew into a business built on connection, community, and curiosity.

In this episode, we talk about why food is so much more than fuel. And how it creates memories, brings people together, and even saves marriages. Jody and Kirstie talk about their duelling chicken noodle soup recipes and the three of us share memories we had cooking with our grandmothers.

This conversation was more than a behind-the-scenes look at what happens in their online cooking class. Jody and Kirstie share what it takes to build and grow a business as partners, the lessons they’ve learned through entrepreneurship, and how being lifelong learners has shaped their journey.

This conversation was an inspiring reminder that the kitchen isn’t just a place for cooking. It is also a place of joy, connection, and creativity.

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