Live Beyond the Norms

Chef James Barry, Former Private Chef to Tom Cruise, Reveals Why Organ Meats Are the Superfood You Need in Your Diet

Chris Burres Episode 59

If eating organ meats like liver or heart makes you cringe, Chef James Barry wants to change your mind. With over 20 years in the culinary world, including stints as a private chef for Hollywood stars like Tom Cruise and George Clooney, Chef James has turned his passion for nutrition and sustainable eating into a mission. He’s here to demystify the ancestral practice of nose-to-tail eating and introduce you to Pluck, a seasoning blend that’s making organ meats accessible, delicious, and even family-friendly.



In this episode, Chef James shares his journey from drama school to private kitchens—what inspired him to embrace organ meats and how eating the whole animal can reduce food waste. James Barry certainly offers a fresh perspective on the power of real, nutrient-dense foods.



"We talk about organ meats as mother nature's multivitamin." ~ Chef James Barry





About Chef James Barry:

Chef James Barry is a culinary innovator, the creator of Pluck, and a passionate advocate for sustainable eating. After years as a private chef to some of Hollywood’s biggest names, he turned his focus to helping everyday people embrace the health benefits of organ meats through his unique seasoning blend. Chef James’ mission is simple: make healthy, nutrient-dense eating easy, enjoyable, and accessible to everyone.




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Connect with Chef James Barry:

- Website: https://eatpluck.com 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefjamesbarry/ 

- Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/60v6ZOabgiJOeW9kjYIf9i?si=9f5e27eb048748c5 




Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ 

- Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/ 

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc 

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/