Happy St. Patrick’s Day and Happy Anniversary to the love of my life! 8 years ago today we chose. And everyday since we have continued to choose each other, choose love, and choose happiness. 8 years of you encouraging my shenanigans, dance parties, prioritizing family, supporting each other in our work and lives, and making sure we see the joy in each day no matter how hard things get. From Mississippi to the Maldives, Virginia to Vietnam, Ponchartrain to Paris, Georgia to Geneva, there is no one else I would want to experience life and be on this journey with. Your love has made me stronger and I’m better because of you. Happy Anniversary, Stephen, I love you. Keep the party going ❤️🥂🎉🤘🏽 #anniversary #love #lovers #bestfriend
Happy St. Patrick’s Day and Happy Anniversary to the love of my life! 8 years ago today we chose. And everyday since we have continued to choose each other, choose love, and choose happiness. 8 years of you encouraging my shenanigans, dance parties, prioritizing family, supporting each other in our work and lives, and making sure we see the joy in each day no matter how hard things get. From Mississippi to the Maldives, Virginia to Vietnam, Ponchartrain to Paris, Georgia to Geneva, there is no one else I would want to experience life and be on this journey with. Your love has made me stronger and I’m better because of you. Happy Anniversary, Stephen, I love you. Keep the party going ❤️🥂🎉🤘🏽 #anniversary #love #lovers #bestfriend
Happy St. Patrick’s Day and Happy Anniversary to the love of my life! 8 years ago today we chose. And everyday since we have continued to choose each other, choose love, and choose happiness. 8 years of you encouraging my shenanigans, dance parties, prioritizing family, supporting each other in our work and lives, and making sure we see the joy in each day no matter how hard things get. From Mississippi to the Maldives, Virginia to Vietnam, Ponchartrain to Paris, Georgia to Geneva, there is no one else I would want to experience life and be on this journey with. Your love has made me stronger and I’m better because of you. Happy Anniversary, Stephen, I love you. Keep the party going ❤️🥂🎉🤘🏽 #anniversary #love #lovers #bestfriend
Happy St. Patrick’s Day and Happy Anniversary to the love of my life! 8 years ago today we chose. And everyday since we have continued to choose each other, choose love, and choose happiness. 8 years of you encouraging my shenanigans, dance parties, prioritizing family, supporting each other in our work and lives, and making sure we see the joy in each day no matter how hard things get. From Mississippi to the Maldives, Virginia to Vietnam, Ponchartrain to Paris, Georgia to Geneva, there is no one else I would want to experience life and be on this journey with. Your love has made me stronger and I’m better because of you. Happy Anniversary, Stephen, I love you. Keep the party going ❤️🥂🎉🤘🏽 #anniversary #love #lovers #bestfriend
Happy St. Patrick’s Day and Happy Anniversary to the love of my life! 8 years ago today we chose. And everyday since we have continued to choose each other, choose love, and choose happiness. 8 years of you encouraging my shenanigans, dance parties, prioritizing family, supporting each other in our work and lives, and making sure we see the joy in each day no matter how hard things get. From Mississippi to the Maldives, Virginia to Vietnam, Ponchartrain to Paris, Georgia to Geneva, there is no one else I would want to experience life and be on this journey with. Your love has made me stronger and I’m better because of you. Happy Anniversary, Stephen, I love you. Keep the party going ❤️🥂🎉🤘🏽 #anniversary #love #lovers #bestfriend
Happy St. Patrick’s Day and Happy Anniversary to the love of my life! 8 years ago today we chose. And everyday since we have continued to choose each other, choose love, and choose happiness. 8 years of you encouraging my shenanigans, dance parties, prioritizing family, supporting each other in our work and lives, and making sure we see the joy in each day no matter how hard things get. From Mississippi to the Maldives, Virginia to Vietnam, Ponchartrain to Paris, Georgia to Geneva, there is no one else I would want to experience life and be on this journey with. Your love has made me stronger and I’m better because of you. Happy Anniversary, Stephen, I love you. Keep the party going ❤️🥂🎉🤘🏽 #anniversary #love #lovers #bestfriend
Happy St. Patrick’s Day and Happy Anniversary to the love of my life! 8 years ago today we chose. And everyday since we have continued to choose each other, choose love, and choose happiness. 8 years of you encouraging my shenanigans, dance parties, prioritizing family, supporting each other in our work and lives, and making sure we see the joy in each day no matter how hard things get. From Mississippi to the Maldives, Virginia to Vietnam, Ponchartrain to Paris, Georgia to Geneva, there is no one else I would want to experience life and be on this journey with. Your love has made me stronger and I’m better because of you. Happy Anniversary, Stephen, I love you. Keep the party going ❤️🥂🎉🤘🏽 #anniversary #love #lovers #bestfriend
Happy St. Patrick’s Day and Happy Anniversary to the love of my life! 8 years ago today we chose. And everyday since we have continued to choose each other, choose love, and choose happiness. 8 years of you encouraging my shenanigans, dance parties, prioritizing family, supporting each other in our work and lives, and making sure we see the joy in each day no matter how hard things get. From Mississippi to the Maldives, Virginia to Vietnam, Ponchartrain to Paris, Georgia to Geneva, there is no one else I would want to experience life and be on this journey with. Your love has made me stronger and I’m better because of you. Happy Anniversary, Stephen, I love you. Keep the party going ❤️🥂🎉🤘🏽 #anniversary #love #lovers #bestfriend
Happy St. Patrick’s Day and Happy Anniversary to the love of my life! 8 years ago today we chose. And everyday since we have continued to choose each other, choose love, and choose happiness. 8 years of you encouraging my shenanigans, dance parties, prioritizing family, supporting each other in our work and lives, and making sure we see the joy in each day no matter how hard things get. From Mississippi to the Maldives, Virginia to Vietnam, Ponchartrain to Paris, Georgia to Geneva, there is no one else I would want to experience life and be on this journey with. Your love has made me stronger and I’m better because of you. Happy Anniversary, Stephen, I love you. Keep the party going ❤️🥂🎉🤘🏽 #anniversary #love #lovers #bestfriend
Tuesday night was magical! (And made me miss being in restaurants 🥲) I’m so honored to have been a part of this event for the @jacquespepinfoundation and @beardfoundation sharing a kitchen with @lerouxeddy @danielboulud @chefgabrielkreuther @jacquestorres Our host @marvasmalls brought together an incredible group of people around the table that are all excellence personified and it was an honor to cook for them (during Black History Month no less). Sharing space with the chefs from all the teams, working collaboratively and seeing how much we all have in common was a joy. A special THANK YOU to @lana_cooks for coming straight from the airport to be there with me making sure things went smoothly, @jbfizabela for running the evening so well, and the great students from @iceculinary Abe, Nyaira, and Marven who came with open minds and good vibes to assist and soak up the experience. ***For those of you who voted in the outfit poll, I went with Option 3 – the blue work jacket look for prep and set up, then did a costume change for service into Option 1 – the classic, crisp white jacket and apron! It felt right and was perfect for the situation. #chef #cheflife #jamesbeardhouse #blackhistorymonth
Tuesday night was magical! (And made me miss being in restaurants 🥲) I’m so honored to have been a part of this event for the @jacquespepinfoundation and @beardfoundation sharing a kitchen with @lerouxeddy @danielboulud @chefgabrielkreuther @jacquestorres Our host @marvasmalls brought together an incredible group of people around the table that are all excellence personified and it was an honor to cook for them (during Black History Month no less). Sharing space with the chefs from all the teams, working collaboratively and seeing how much we all have in common was a joy. A special THANK YOU to @lana_cooks for coming straight from the airport to be there with me making sure things went smoothly, @jbfizabela for running the evening so well, and the great students from @iceculinary Abe, Nyaira, and Marven who came with open minds and good vibes to assist and soak up the experience. ***For those of you who voted in the outfit poll, I went with Option 3 – the blue work jacket look for prep and set up, then did a costume change for service into Option 1 – the classic, crisp white jacket and apron! It felt right and was perfect for the situation. #chef #cheflife #jamesbeardhouse #blackhistorymonth
Tuesday night was magical! (And made me miss being in restaurants 🥲) I’m so honored to have been a part of this event for the @jacquespepinfoundation and @beardfoundation sharing a kitchen with @lerouxeddy @danielboulud @chefgabrielkreuther @jacquestorres Our host @marvasmalls brought together an incredible group of people around the table that are all excellence personified and it was an honor to cook for them (during Black History Month no less). Sharing space with the chefs from all the teams, working collaboratively and seeing how much we all have in common was a joy. A special THANK YOU to @lana_cooks for coming straight from the airport to be there with me making sure things went smoothly, @jbfizabela for running the evening so well, and the great students from @iceculinary Abe, Nyaira, and Marven who came with open minds and good vibes to assist and soak up the experience. ***For those of you who voted in the outfit poll, I went with Option 3 – the blue work jacket look for prep and set up, then did a costume change for service into Option 1 – the classic, crisp white jacket and apron! It felt right and was perfect for the situation. #chef #cheflife #jamesbeardhouse #blackhistorymonth
Tuesday night was magical! (And made me miss being in restaurants 🥲) I’m so honored to have been a part of this event for the @jacquespepinfoundation and @beardfoundation sharing a kitchen with @lerouxeddy @danielboulud @chefgabrielkreuther @jacquestorres Our host @marvasmalls brought together an incredible group of people around the table that are all excellence personified and it was an honor to cook for them (during Black History Month no less). Sharing space with the chefs from all the teams, working collaboratively and seeing how much we all have in common was a joy. A special THANK YOU to @lana_cooks for coming straight from the airport to be there with me making sure things went smoothly, @jbfizabela for running the evening so well, and the great students from @iceculinary Abe, Nyaira, and Marven who came with open minds and good vibes to assist and soak up the experience. ***For those of you who voted in the outfit poll, I went with Option 3 – the blue work jacket look for prep and set up, then did a costume change for service into Option 1 – the classic, crisp white jacket and apron! It felt right and was perfect for the situation. #chef #cheflife #jamesbeardhouse #blackhistorymonth
Tuesday night was magical! (And made me miss being in restaurants 🥲) I’m so honored to have been a part of this event for the @jacquespepinfoundation and @beardfoundation sharing a kitchen with @lerouxeddy @danielboulud @chefgabrielkreuther @jacquestorres Our host @marvasmalls brought together an incredible group of people around the table that are all excellence personified and it was an honor to cook for them (during Black History Month no less). Sharing space with the chefs from all the teams, working collaboratively and seeing how much we all have in common was a joy. A special THANK YOU to @lana_cooks for coming straight from the airport to be there with me making sure things went smoothly, @jbfizabela for running the evening so well, and the great students from @iceculinary Abe, Nyaira, and Marven who came with open minds and good vibes to assist and soak up the experience. ***For those of you who voted in the outfit poll, I went with Option 3 – the blue work jacket look for prep and set up, then did a costume change for service into Option 1 – the classic, crisp white jacket and apron! It felt right and was perfect for the situation. #chef #cheflife #jamesbeardhouse #blackhistorymonth
Tuesday night was magical! (And made me miss being in restaurants 🥲) I’m so honored to have been a part of this event for the @jacquespepinfoundation and @beardfoundation sharing a kitchen with @lerouxeddy @danielboulud @chefgabrielkreuther @jacquestorres Our host @marvasmalls brought together an incredible group of people around the table that are all excellence personified and it was an honor to cook for them (during Black History Month no less). Sharing space with the chefs from all the teams, working collaboratively and seeing how much we all have in common was a joy. A special THANK YOU to @lana_cooks for coming straight from the airport to be there with me making sure things went smoothly, @jbfizabela for running the evening so well, and the great students from @iceculinary Abe, Nyaira, and Marven who came with open minds and good vibes to assist and soak up the experience. ***For those of you who voted in the outfit poll, I went with Option 3 – the blue work jacket look for prep and set up, then did a costume change for service into Option 1 – the classic, crisp white jacket and apron! It felt right and was perfect for the situation. #chef #cheflife #jamesbeardhouse #blackhistorymonth
Tuesday night was magical! (And made me miss being in restaurants 🥲) I’m so honored to have been a part of this event for the @jacquespepinfoundation and @beardfoundation sharing a kitchen with @lerouxeddy @danielboulud @chefgabrielkreuther @jacquestorres Our host @marvasmalls brought together an incredible group of people around the table that are all excellence personified and it was an honor to cook for them (during Black History Month no less). Sharing space with the chefs from all the teams, working collaboratively and seeing how much we all have in common was a joy. A special THANK YOU to @lana_cooks for coming straight from the airport to be there with me making sure things went smoothly, @jbfizabela for running the evening so well, and the great students from @iceculinary Abe, Nyaira, and Marven who came with open minds and good vibes to assist and soak up the experience. ***For those of you who voted in the outfit poll, I went with Option 3 – the blue work jacket look for prep and set up, then did a costume change for service into Option 1 – the classic, crisp white jacket and apron! It felt right and was perfect for the situation. #chef #cheflife #jamesbeardhouse #blackhistorymonth
Tuesday night was magical! (And made me miss being in restaurants 🥲) I’m so honored to have been a part of this event for the @jacquespepinfoundation and @beardfoundation sharing a kitchen with @lerouxeddy @danielboulud @chefgabrielkreuther @jacquestorres Our host @marvasmalls brought together an incredible group of people around the table that are all excellence personified and it was an honor to cook for them (during Black History Month no less). Sharing space with the chefs from all the teams, working collaboratively and seeing how much we all have in common was a joy. A special THANK YOU to @lana_cooks for coming straight from the airport to be there with me making sure things went smoothly, @jbfizabela for running the evening so well, and the great students from @iceculinary Abe, Nyaira, and Marven who came with open minds and good vibes to assist and soak up the experience. ***For those of you who voted in the outfit poll, I went with Option 3 – the blue work jacket look for prep and set up, then did a costume change for service into Option 1 – the classic, crisp white jacket and apron! It felt right and was perfect for the situation. #chef #cheflife #jamesbeardhouse #blackhistorymonth
Tuesday night was magical! (And made me miss being in restaurants 🥲) I’m so honored to have been a part of this event for the @jacquespepinfoundation and @beardfoundation sharing a kitchen with @lerouxeddy @danielboulud @chefgabrielkreuther @jacquestorres Our host @marvasmalls brought together an incredible group of people around the table that are all excellence personified and it was an honor to cook for them (during Black History Month no less). Sharing space with the chefs from all the teams, working collaboratively and seeing how much we all have in common was a joy. A special THANK YOU to @lana_cooks for coming straight from the airport to be there with me making sure things went smoothly, @jbfizabela for running the evening so well, and the great students from @iceculinary Abe, Nyaira, and Marven who came with open minds and good vibes to assist and soak up the experience. ***For those of you who voted in the outfit poll, I went with Option 3 – the blue work jacket look for prep and set up, then did a costume change for service into Option 1 – the classic, crisp white jacket and apron! It felt right and was perfect for the situation. #chef #cheflife #jamesbeardhouse #blackhistorymonth
Tuesday night was magical! (And made me miss being in restaurants 🥲) I’m so honored to have been a part of this event for the @jacquespepinfoundation and @beardfoundation sharing a kitchen with @lerouxeddy @danielboulud @chefgabrielkreuther @jacquestorres Our host @marvasmalls brought together an incredible group of people around the table that are all excellence personified and it was an honor to cook for them (during Black History Month no less). Sharing space with the chefs from all the teams, working collaboratively and seeing how much we all have in common was a joy. A special THANK YOU to @lana_cooks for coming straight from the airport to be there with me making sure things went smoothly, @jbfizabela for running the evening so well, and the great students from @iceculinary Abe, Nyaira, and Marven who came with open minds and good vibes to assist and soak up the experience. ***For those of you who voted in the outfit poll, I went with Option 3 – the blue work jacket look for prep and set up, then did a costume change for service into Option 1 – the classic, crisp white jacket and apron! It felt right and was perfect for the situation. #chef #cheflife #jamesbeardhouse #blackhistorymonth
Tuesday night was magical! (And made me miss being in restaurants 🥲) I’m so honored to have been a part of this event for the @jacquespepinfoundation and @beardfoundation sharing a kitchen with @lerouxeddy @danielboulud @chefgabrielkreuther @jacquestorres Our host @marvasmalls brought together an incredible group of people around the table that are all excellence personified and it was an honor to cook for them (during Black History Month no less). Sharing space with the chefs from all the teams, working collaboratively and seeing how much we all have in common was a joy. A special THANK YOU to @lana_cooks for coming straight from the airport to be there with me making sure things went smoothly, @jbfizabela for running the evening so well, and the great students from @iceculinary Abe, Nyaira, and Marven who came with open minds and good vibes to assist and soak up the experience. ***For those of you who voted in the outfit poll, I went with Option 3 – the blue work jacket look for prep and set up, then did a costume change for service into Option 1 – the classic, crisp white jacket and apron! It felt right and was perfect for the situation. #chef #cheflife #jamesbeardhouse #blackhistorymonth
Ingredient spotlight: Puntarelle! Also called Asparagus Chicory, or Catalognia Chicory in Italy where it comes from, specifically the area around Rome. It’s pretty easy to find in Western Europe, but not so much here. The outer leaves look like long, thin dandelion leaves with the sawtooth shape, and taste kinda similar. The “Punterelle” are the hollow shoots that grow in clusters in the center of these outer leaves. These are usually eaten raw in salads while the darker green outer leaves are typically added to soups and stews or sautéed. I know some people are not big anchovy fans (but why?) but trust me, this salad and dressing are so delicious you won’t even think about it. The puntarelle is a little bitter and the crunchy shoots have enough water content to balance out the dressing. All you’ll taste is the most delicious salad you’ve ever eaten! If you can’t find puntarelle (which even I usually can’t), try this with another chicory like endive, I promise you will love it! #chef #seasonalingredients #chicory #seasonal #puntarelle #puntarelleallaromana #ingredient
Hey Besties!! I am so excited to announce my participation in the fifth annual #TheFamilyReunion at @SalamanderResort in Middleburg, VA from August 14-17. Presented by @chefkwameonwuachi in partnership with @foodandwine, @officialsheilajohnson and @salamanderhotels, The Family Reunion is an immersive epicurean experience celebrating diversity and excellence in hospitality. The multi-day event includes panel discussions, cooking demos, fun activities, family meals, evening parties and so much more. Tickets now available at my link in bio. See you there this summer! 1, 2, 3, 4, Fiiiiiiiiifffff! 😂❤️🎉
Hey Besties!! I am so excited to announce my participation in the fifth annual #TheFamilyReunion at @SalamanderResort in Middleburg, VA from August 14-17. Presented by @chefkwameonwuachi in partnership with @foodandwine, @officialsheilajohnson and @salamanderhotels, The Family Reunion is an immersive epicurean experience celebrating diversity and excellence in hospitality. The multi-day event includes panel discussions, cooking demos, fun activities, family meals, evening parties and so much more. Tickets now available at my link in bio. See you there this summer! 1, 2, 3, 4, Fiiiiiiiiifffff! 😂❤️🎉
We’re celebrating Women’s History Month with a very special Fariyal & Friends on Thursday, March 20th, featuring a 5-course tasting menu for $155 per person . Chefs @fariyalabdul and @didaiii welcome: @aretahettarh @chefadriennecheatham @mayacamillebroussard @lana_cooks Visit havandmar.com to reserve your spot (link in bio).
