September 9, 2024
Culinary Healing: A Chef’s Perspective on Addiction Recovery
Episode 29
Welcome to Episode 29 of Conversations with Cumberland Heights! In this engaging episode, host Dr. Nick Hayes sits down with Cumberland Heights’ head chef, Ryan Schlegelmilch, for an enlightening discussion on culinary healing. Discover how Ryan’s journey through addiction and recovery, including his transformative experiences at Still Waters 12-step immersion program, has shaped his approach to cooking at a treatment center.
Ryan shares his unique perspective on the intersection of fine dining and recovery, revealing how his background in high-end cuisine contributes to his role in the treatment center. Learn about the healing properties of food, the social benefits of dining together, and much more. This episode offers valuable insights into how culinary arts can play a vital role in personal healing and community building.
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About Our Guest
In the spring of 2021, after completing Still Waters 12-Step Immersion Program, Ryan Schlegelmilch decided not to go back to work in restaurant kitchens. Instead, he chose to use his culinary skills to nourish the patients at Cumberland Heights. He enjoys bringing joy through food and the sense of community that is created in the dining hall.
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