In this special episode of Beyond the Arches, Dr. Daniel Noorthoek and Erica sit down with Angela, a Staten Island–born chef whose life and career were transformed by Done In One. Angela opens up about her lifelong love of cooking, the deep family traditions that inspired her culinary path, and the painful dental struggles that forced her away from the front of the house and into a battle with self-esteem and chronic discomfort.
Through an unexpected meeting — sparked by a kind gesture to Dr. Noorthoek’s puppy, Sadie — Angela discovered an alternative to dentures she never knew existed. She shares her emotional journey from years of hiding her smile to embracing life with confidence, savoring foods she’d missed for decades, and even starting a sober living facility with her husband to help others rebuild their lives.
Along the way, Angela reflects on overcoming fear, investing in herself, and rediscovering joy — in the kitchen, on the water, and in every smile. This episode is a celebration of second chances, connection, and the ripple effect of one life-changing decision.
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