Finding MAJC with Baking, Balance, and the Bigger Picture: with Guest Carolyn Grillo, Mother, Baker, Host and Content Director

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In this episode of Hospitality Bites , host Colleen Silk sits down with Carolyn Grillo , a seasoned culinary professional whose career spans from the precision of baking to the storytelling world of food media. Carolyn opens up about the science behind baking , the importance of continuous learning , and her personal journey with sobriety in an industry often centered around alcohol. Together, they explore how hospitality is evolving - becoming more human, more intentional, and more supportive. From balancing family life to building community through MAJC.AI as the Content Director, Carolyn reminds us that no one wakes up successful - it’s a process of showing up, learning, and finding purpose through every challenge. What We Discussed The journey from pastry chef to food media and community building Continuous learning and experimentation in the kitchen Sobriety, mental health, and reshaping hospitality culture Balancing motherhood and career growth The rise of MAJC.AI and how it’s supporting restaurant operators Redefining what “success” really looks like in hospitality Key Takeaways Baking is as much about structure as it is about soul.

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