Hotline Feature - Pineapples, Preserves & Paulie’s Preview: A Food Chat with Chef Paul Smith

Chef Paul Smith joins MetroNews Hotline with Dave Weekley to talk restaurant launches, backyard grilling tips, and Charleston’s summer food scene. Paul gives an update on the soft opening of Paulie’s Fine Italian, shares the official launch date, and reflects on lessons learned in the opening week. Listener questions bring up pineapple pairings, grilling shrimp with heads, and favorite herbs for home gardens. Plus, Paul talks about his Capital Market cooking classes and a brand-new line of jarred dressings, preserves, and candied jalapeños now available at the Purple Onion. A fun, fast-moving conversation for food lovers and local supporters alike.