Partnership to End Addiction
Partnership to End Addiction
Top Chef Gregory Gourdet on Reimaging his Relationship with Drugs and Alcohol and Redefining an Industry Bursting with Substance Use
Top Chef Gregory Gourdet on Reimaging his Relationship with Drugs and Alcohol and Redefining an Industry Bursting with Substance Use
Top Chef Gregory Gourdet on Reimaging his Relationship with Drugs and Alcohol and Redefining an Industry Bursting with Substance Use
Tuesday 15th June 2021
Chef Gregory Gourdet talks about overcoming addiction and his mission to support others in the culinary world. Listen to his inspiring story.
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Get the buttons here!Gregory Gourdet's Journey: From Addiction to Culinary Advocate
Being as vocal as possible about my recovery, about my addiction, has been extremely important.
Imagine being at the top of your game in one of the most demanding industries, only to find yourself spiraling into addiction. That was the reality for Gregory Gourdet, a rising star chef in Manhattan. In this episode of 'Heart of the Matter', hosted by Elizabeth Vargas, Gregory opens up about his battle with alcohol and cocaine, and how it nearly cost him his passion for cooking.
After grueling shifts in the kitchen, Gregory would find himself partying all night, fueled by substances that soon took a heavy toll on his life and career. It wasn't until he relocated to Portland, Oregon, and found a supportive community of chefs who had faced similar struggles, that he began to turn his life around. Now, Gregory is not just maintaining his own health but is also a beacon of hope for others.
Whether through his nutritious recipes in 'Everyone’s Table' or leading a support group for chefs in recovery, Gregory is redefining what it means to be successful in the food industry. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has faced addiction or knows someone who has. Gregory’s story is a powerful reminder that recovery is possible and that community support can make all the difference.