Hotline Feature – Chef Paul Smith: Leaving “The Pitch,” The Diner Debate, and Pasta Prep Tips
Chef Paul Smith joins Dave Weekly on Hotline to reveal that he’s stepping away from his role at The Pitch to focus full-time on 1010 Bridge and Pauly’s. The James Beard–nominated chef also dives into Charleston’s missing 24-hour diner culture — reflecting on the city’s late-night past, shifting demographics, and why the modern restaurant landscape makes round-the-clock service nearly impossible. Paul closes with practical kitchen advice on freezing fresh pasta without sacrificing texture or flavor
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