Episode Show Notes: Palm Beach Food Spots Reality TV Vibes and Living the Florida Lifestyle

In this episode of Florida Living Life we dive into what it is really like living in Florida through the lens of Palm Beach food culture Florida lifestyle experiences and a little reality TV curiosity. From Italian food standards shaped by a chef father to Meatball Monday specials hidden gems on Dixie Highway and Clematis Street favorites we explore Florida living one bite at a time. We talk Palm Beach lifestyle social scenes Florida restaurants local favorites foodie opinions Florida mindset and why watching life in Florida on TV hits different when you actually live here. If you are thinking about moving to Florida relocating to Florida or just curious about life in Florida this episode gives you a real unscripted look at Florida lifestyle food Florida community and everyday experiences in West Palm Beach Palm Beach Boca Raton and Delray Beach.

Italian and Pizza

• Lenore’s on Clematis Street West Palm Beach
• Grotto Pizza West Palm Beach
• Cafe Med West Palm Beach Dixie Highway

Foodie Favorites and Local Staples

• The Hive West Palm Beach Dixie Highway
• Rocco’s Tacos Clematis Street West Palm Beach
• Rocco’s Tacos Boca Raton
• Batch Gastropub Clematis Street West Palm Beach
• Batch Gastropub Delray Beach

Other Spots and Experiences

• Tea House in Palm Beach
• Clematis Street West Palm Beach
• Dixie Highway West Palm Beach
• Pickleball venue in Palm Beach
• Local bar and DJ party location in Palm Beach

Yes The Hive still has the best burger in Palm Beach and yes we said it again because consistency matters.

• Florida lifestyle podcast conversations
• Living in Florida full time
• What it is like living in Palm Beach
• Florida food scene and restaurant culture
• Italian food standards and chef family influence
• Reality TV filmed in Palm Beach Florida
• Florida mindset and lifestyle differences
• Building a life in Florida
• Florida community and social scenes
• Clematis Street vs Dixie Highway food debate
• Florida hidden gems and local favorites

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• Scenes From the Table live recordings

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• Virtual and on location options available

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Welcome to Florida Living Life, a Florida podcast and Florida lifestyle podcast sharing honest conversations about living in Florida and life in Florida.

In this first episode hosts Julie Riga and Jamie Waugh introduce the heart of the show with a live unscripted conversation about Florida living food relationships business and community. This episode explores what it is like living in Florida full time including the Florida mindset food culture marriage communication and building a life in Florida.

If you are thinking about moving to Florida relocating to Florida or starting over in Florida this Florida lifestyle podcast gives a real look at Florida life including Florida cost of living Florida community and everyday experiences.

Julie shares her story and the legacy of her late father celebrity chef Ennio Riga while Jamie brings bold no filter energy rooted in Florida food culture and Florida restaurants. Together they talk Florida living Florida business Florida entrepreneurs and work life balance in Florida.

Living in Florida and life in Florida

Florida lifestyle and Florida mindset

Food culture and Florida restaurants

Marriage communication and real conversations

Florida community and building a life in Florida

Florida business and Florida small business

Florida Living Life is a podcast about Florida living Florida lifestyle and real conversations for anyone curious about Florida relocation best places to live in Florida and living in Florida full time.

Produced by Stay On Course Studios

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WAYS TO WORK WITH US

All opportunities are custom designed around your goals and marketing budget. We collaborate with you to create the right mix of storytelling, visibility, and content that fits your brand.

• Brand sponsorships and content placement

• Featured guest podcast interviews

• Scenes From the Table live recordings

• Food and lifestyle brand features

• Virtual and on location options available

📞 Call or Text: 973.281.6896

📧 julie@julieriga.com

WELCOME!

Florida Living Life is a Florida podcast and Florida lifestyle podcast that delivers an honest look at Florida living and life in Florida through real conversations about food relationships business and community. It is for anyone curious about moving to Florida, relocating to Florida, or navigating Florida relocation, Florida cost of living, and the pros and cons of living in Florida. Each episode explores what it is like living in Florida, sharing Florida lifestyle tips, Florida life experiences, and insights on building a life in Florida or starting over in Florida. The show blends fun and exploration with things to do in Florida, Florida travel, Florida hidden gems, and everyday moments that define the Florida mindset. Florida Living Life also highlights Florida business, Florida small business, Florida entrepreneurs, Florida business owners, and real Florida success stories, making it ideal for those seeking work life balance in Florida and a true sense of Florida community.

Welcome to Florida Living Life, a Florida lifestyle podcast where nothing is off the table. Not the food. Not the stories. Not the marriage conversations that probably should stay private but never do.

In this very first episode of our Florida podcast, hosts Julie Riga and Jamie Waugh aka Mr Perfect introduce the heart of the show. This is a live unscripted conversation about living in Florida, life in Florida, food culture, relationships, and what it really looks like to build a life in the Sunshine State.

Julie shares her personal story including the legacy of her late father celebrity chef Ennio Riga, whose life story and love of food inspired her bestselling book and continues to influence how she approaches Florida living, leadership, and community. Jamie brings his bold no filter energy as a Florida foodie influencer known for pizza reviews and real talk across TikTok and YouTube.

Together they are married ten years, proudly mismatched, and fully committed to telling the truth about Florida lifestyle, marriage, food, and everyday life in Florida.

This episode covers

· What Florida Living Life is really about

· Why this Florida lifestyle podcast is about more than food

· Pizza burgers desserts diners and Florida restaurants

· Palm Beach Florida food spots including Boca Raton and West Palm Beach

· Living in Florida full time and embracing the Florida mindset

· Marriage communication and relationships from two very different perspectives

· Florida community connections and getting recognized around town

· Why nothing is off the table in 2026 and beyond

You will hear conversations about pizza debates gluten guilt dessert temptation menopause jokes and why menus might be more interesting than books. You will also hear real reflections on relationships communication and how couples navigate life together while building something new.

Florida Living Life is a podcast about

· Florida living and life in Florida

· What it is like living in Florida full time

· Starting over in Florida

· Building a life in Florida through food fun and connection

· Florida life experiences and Florida community

· Florida lifestyle tips and real conversations

This show is for anyone curious about

· Moving to Florida

· Relocating to Florida

· Florida relocation and Florida cost of living

· Best places to live in Florida and best cities in Florida

· Florida neighborhoods and the Florida housing market

· Retiring in Florida or creating a second chapter

· Florida lifestyle for business owners and entrepreneurs

· Work life balance in Florida and Florida success stories

Future episodes will explore restaurants diners and hidden gems while expanding conversations around Florida business, Florida small business, Florida entrepreneurs, Florida business owners, and Florida women in business.