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In this episode of Grit and Grace Unleashed, host Kathryn Vorisek sits down with her friend Michelle Mize, founder of Sun Cookery, to talk about the true heart of hospitality.

From her New Orleans upbringing to her travels across the globe, Michelle has seen how authentic connection happens not through perfection, but through presence. She shares stories of family traditions, cultural influences, and the little touches that make gatherings meaningful.

Together, Kathryn and Michelle unpack why so many women feel intimidated by hosting, how social media has made us chase “perfect” over “present,” and why opening your home — no matter how simple — can be an act of love, faith, and community.

Whether you’re setting a fancy table or serving pizza on paper plates, this conversation will encourage you to see hospitality as less about performance and more about creating spaces where people feel seen, loved, and welcomed.

✨ What you’ll hear in this episode:

• How Kathryn’s family shaped her love for hospitality
• Michelle’s hospitality journey and the heart behind Sun Cookery
• Overcoming fears and intimidation around hosting
• Why connection matters more than perfection
• Practical tips for starting small with gatherings
• The spiritual side of hospitality as a gift and calling

📖 “Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.” — Hebrews 13:2

Episode Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome to Grit and Grace Unleashed
00:39 Kathryn’s Hospitality Heritage
02:43 Introducing Michelle Mize and Sun Cookery
04:44 Michelle’s Hospitality Journey
06:23 The Essence of True Hospitality
08:36 Overcoming Hosting Fears
11:49 Sun Cookery: Making Hospitality Simple
22:04 Faith and Hospitality
23:56 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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