Welcome to the debut episode of Groove Sessions: Local Eats! We headed to HIP-STIR in Marion and sat down with head chef Tim Oathout for an easygoing conversation over some seriously stellar dishes from the menu. We talk passion for cooking, his love for having other people cook for him and experiencing new flavors firsthand, and what drives someone to constantly chase great food. Tim is thoughtful, upbeat, incredibly easy to talk to… and proudly admits to being a total “sauce whore.” Great food, great conversation, and the perfect way to kick off Groove Sessions: Local Eats.