On this edition of Hotline, Chef Paul Smith joins Dave to explore everything from kitchen dynamics in relationships to the progress on his new Italian eatery, Paulie’s. They dive into listener questions about beer cheese, oven steak methods, and how tariffs could impact restaurant prices and ingredient sourcing. Plus, Chef Paul reveals upcoming Capital Market cooking classes and how food shaped his 15-year marriage. Folksy, funny, and full of flavor—this segment serves up more than just great culinary conversation.