Lately-ish. New York—>Chicago—>Miami—>LA, repeat. It’s been a while so lemme explain… I’ve never been good at balance. When I start new projects it takes me a little while to incorporate the new work load into the current and maintain my extra curriculars. See, there’s only so much width in my bandwidth (and I clearly need an assistant). This past summer I decided to take a break from social media to clear my head and dedicate time to a project I’ve wanted to bring to life for too long. My sweet spot is operations and execution, finding efficiencies in things that are already rolling. For this I needed to step outside of my comfort zone and lay groundwork. I planned on taking 1-2 months off socials and that turned into nearly 4 because as soon as I committed to my vision another opportunity presented itself and I couldn’t pass it up, so now I’ve taken on two new projects in addition to my Sunday Best media and consulting work 🥴 Oh, and I celebrated my bday for a solid week this Scorpio szn So the point is I have some really exciting news about some really cool stuff that I will be sharing so soon! In the meantime, get ready to see a lot more of your girl on these social channels and in these streets! 🙌🏽 #goodproblems #outchea #cheflife #comingsoon #la #miami #newyork #chicago #culinaryconsultant #refresh #reset #readytogo
Lately-ish. New York—>Chicago—>Miami—>LA, repeat. It’s been a while so lemme explain… I’ve never been good at balance. When I start new projects it takes me a little while to incorporate the new work load into the current and maintain my extra curriculars. See, there’s only so much width in my bandwidth (and I clearly need an assistant). This past summer I decided to take a break from social media to clear my head and dedicate time to a project I’ve wanted to bring to life for too long. My sweet spot is operations and execution, finding efficiencies in things that are already rolling. For this I needed to step outside of my comfort zone and lay groundwork. I planned on taking 1-2 months off socials and that turned into nearly 4 because as soon as I committed to my vision another opportunity presented itself and I couldn’t pass it up, so now I’ve taken on two new projects in addition to my Sunday Best media and consulting work 🥴 Oh, and I celebrated my bday for a solid week this Scorpio szn So the point is I have some really exciting news about some really cool stuff that I will be sharing so soon! In the meantime, get ready to see a lot more of your girl on these social channels and in these streets! 🙌🏽 #goodproblems #outchea #cheflife #comingsoon #la #miami #newyork #chicago #culinaryconsultant #refresh #reset #readytogo
Lately-ish. New York—>Chicago—>Miami—>LA, repeat. It’s been a while so lemme explain… I’ve never been good at balance. When I start new projects it takes me a little while to incorporate the new work load into the current and maintain my extra curriculars. See, there’s only so much width in my bandwidth (and I clearly need an assistant). This past summer I decided to take a break from social media to clear my head and dedicate time to a project I’ve wanted to bring to life for too long. My sweet spot is operations and execution, finding efficiencies in things that are already rolling. For this I needed to step outside of my comfort zone and lay groundwork. I planned on taking 1-2 months off socials and that turned into nearly 4 because as soon as I committed to my vision another opportunity presented itself and I couldn’t pass it up, so now I’ve taken on two new projects in addition to my Sunday Best media and consulting work 🥴 Oh, and I celebrated my bday for a solid week this Scorpio szn So the point is I have some really exciting news about some really cool stuff that I will be sharing so soon! In the meantime, get ready to see a lot more of your girl on these social channels and in these streets! 🙌🏽 #goodproblems #outchea #cheflife #comingsoon #la #miami #newyork #chicago #culinaryconsultant #refresh #reset #readytogo
Lately-ish. New York—>Chicago—>Miami—>LA, repeat. It’s been a while so lemme explain… I’ve never been good at balance. When I start new projects it takes me a little while to incorporate the new work load into the current and maintain my extra curriculars. See, there’s only so much width in my bandwidth (and I clearly need an assistant). This past summer I decided to take a break from social media to clear my head and dedicate time to a project I’ve wanted to bring to life for too long. My sweet spot is operations and execution, finding efficiencies in things that are already rolling. For this I needed to step outside of my comfort zone and lay groundwork. I planned on taking 1-2 months off socials and that turned into nearly 4 because as soon as I committed to my vision another opportunity presented itself and I couldn’t pass it up, so now I’ve taken on two new projects in addition to my Sunday Best media and consulting work 🥴 Oh, and I celebrated my bday for a solid week this Scorpio szn So the point is I have some really exciting news about some really cool stuff that I will be sharing so soon! In the meantime, get ready to see a lot more of your girl on these social channels and in these streets! 🙌🏽 #goodproblems #outchea #cheflife #comingsoon #la #miami #newyork #chicago #culinaryconsultant #refresh #reset #readytogo
Lately-ish. New York—>Chicago—>Miami—>LA, repeat. It’s been a while so lemme explain… I’ve never been good at balance. When I start new projects it takes me a little while to incorporate the new work load into the current and maintain my extra curriculars. See, there’s only so much width in my bandwidth (and I clearly need an assistant). This past summer I decided to take a break from social media to clear my head and dedicate time to a project I’ve wanted to bring to life for too long. My sweet spot is operations and execution, finding efficiencies in things that are already rolling. For this I needed to step outside of my comfort zone and lay groundwork. I planned on taking 1-2 months off socials and that turned into nearly 4 because as soon as I committed to my vision another opportunity presented itself and I couldn’t pass it up, so now I’ve taken on two new projects in addition to my Sunday Best media and consulting work 🥴 Oh, and I celebrated my bday for a solid week this Scorpio szn So the point is I have some really exciting news about some really cool stuff that I will be sharing so soon! In the meantime, get ready to see a lot more of your girl on these social channels and in these streets! 🙌🏽 #goodproblems #outchea #cheflife #comingsoon #la #miami #newyork #chicago #culinaryconsultant #refresh #reset #readytogo
Lately-ish. New York—>Chicago—>Miami—>LA, repeat. It’s been a while so lemme explain… I’ve never been good at balance. When I start new projects it takes me a little while to incorporate the new work load into the current and maintain my extra curriculars. See, there’s only so much width in my bandwidth (and I clearly need an assistant). This past summer I decided to take a break from social media to clear my head and dedicate time to a project I’ve wanted to bring to life for too long. My sweet spot is operations and execution, finding efficiencies in things that are already rolling. For this I needed to step outside of my comfort zone and lay groundwork. I planned on taking 1-2 months off socials and that turned into nearly 4 because as soon as I committed to my vision another opportunity presented itself and I couldn’t pass it up, so now I’ve taken on two new projects in addition to my Sunday Best media and consulting work 🥴 Oh, and I celebrated my bday for a solid week this Scorpio szn So the point is I have some really exciting news about some really cool stuff that I will be sharing so soon! In the meantime, get ready to see a lot more of your girl on these social channels and in these streets! 🙌🏽 #goodproblems #outchea #cheflife #comingsoon #la #miami #newyork #chicago #culinaryconsultant #refresh #reset #readytogo
Lately-ish. New York—>Chicago—>Miami—>LA, repeat. It’s been a while so lemme explain… I’ve never been good at balance. When I start new projects it takes me a little while to incorporate the new work load into the current and maintain my extra curriculars. See, there’s only so much width in my bandwidth (and I clearly need an assistant). This past summer I decided to take a break from social media to clear my head and dedicate time to a project I’ve wanted to bring to life for too long. My sweet spot is operations and execution, finding efficiencies in things that are already rolling. For this I needed to step outside of my comfort zone and lay groundwork. I planned on taking 1-2 months off socials and that turned into nearly 4 because as soon as I committed to my vision another opportunity presented itself and I couldn’t pass it up, so now I’ve taken on two new projects in addition to my Sunday Best media and consulting work 🥴 Oh, and I celebrated my bday for a solid week this Scorpio szn So the point is I have some really exciting news about some really cool stuff that I will be sharing so soon! In the meantime, get ready to see a lot more of your girl on these social channels and in these streets! 🙌🏽 #goodproblems #outchea #cheflife #comingsoon #la #miami #newyork #chicago #culinaryconsultant #refresh #reset #readytogo
Lately-ish. New York—>Chicago—>Miami—>LA, repeat. It’s been a while so lemme explain… I’ve never been good at balance. When I start new projects it takes me a little while to incorporate the new work load into the current and maintain my extra curriculars. See, there’s only so much width in my bandwidth (and I clearly need an assistant). This past summer I decided to take a break from social media to clear my head and dedicate time to a project I’ve wanted to bring to life for too long. My sweet spot is operations and execution, finding efficiencies in things that are already rolling. For this I needed to step outside of my comfort zone and lay groundwork. I planned on taking 1-2 months off socials and that turned into nearly 4 because as soon as I committed to my vision another opportunity presented itself and I couldn’t pass it up, so now I’ve taken on two new projects in addition to my Sunday Best media and consulting work 🥴 Oh, and I celebrated my bday for a solid week this Scorpio szn So the point is I have some really exciting news about some really cool stuff that I will be sharing so soon! In the meantime, get ready to see a lot more of your girl on these social channels and in these streets! 🙌🏽 #goodproblems #outchea #cheflife #comingsoon #la #miami #newyork #chicago #culinaryconsultant #refresh #reset #readytogo
Lately-ish. New York—>Chicago—>Miami—>LA, repeat. It’s been a while so lemme explain… I’ve never been good at balance. When I start new projects it takes me a little while to incorporate the new work load into the current and maintain my extra curriculars. See, there’s only so much width in my bandwidth (and I clearly need an assistant). This past summer I decided to take a break from social media to clear my head and dedicate time to a project I’ve wanted to bring to life for too long. My sweet spot is operations and execution, finding efficiencies in things that are already rolling. For this I needed to step outside of my comfort zone and lay groundwork. I planned on taking 1-2 months off socials and that turned into nearly 4 because as soon as I committed to my vision another opportunity presented itself and I couldn’t pass it up, so now I’ve taken on two new projects in addition to my Sunday Best media and consulting work 🥴 Oh, and I celebrated my bday for a solid week this Scorpio szn So the point is I have some really exciting news about some really cool stuff that I will be sharing so soon! In the meantime, get ready to see a lot more of your girl on these social channels and in these streets! 🙌🏽 #goodproblems #outchea #cheflife #comingsoon #la #miami #newyork #chicago #culinaryconsultant #refresh #reset #readytogo
Lately-ish. New York—>Chicago—>Miami—>LA, repeat. It’s been a while so lemme explain… I’ve never been good at balance. When I start new projects it takes me a little while to incorporate the new work load into the current and maintain my extra curriculars. See, there’s only so much width in my bandwidth (and I clearly need an assistant). This past summer I decided to take a break from social media to clear my head and dedicate time to a project I’ve wanted to bring to life for too long. My sweet spot is operations and execution, finding efficiencies in things that are already rolling. For this I needed to step outside of my comfort zone and lay groundwork. I planned on taking 1-2 months off socials and that turned into nearly 4 because as soon as I committed to my vision another opportunity presented itself and I couldn’t pass it up, so now I’ve taken on two new projects in addition to my Sunday Best media and consulting work 🥴 Oh, and I celebrated my bday for a solid week this Scorpio szn So the point is I have some really exciting news about some really cool stuff that I will be sharing so soon! In the meantime, get ready to see a lot more of your girl on these social channels and in these streets! 🙌🏽 #goodproblems #outchea #cheflife #comingsoon #la #miami #newyork #chicago #culinaryconsultant #refresh #reset #readytogo
Lately-ish. New York—>Chicago—>Miami—>LA, repeat. It’s been a while so lemme explain… I’ve never been good at balance. When I start new projects it takes me a little while to incorporate the new work load into the current and maintain my extra curriculars. See, there’s only so much width in my bandwidth (and I clearly need an assistant). This past summer I decided to take a break from social media to clear my head and dedicate time to a project I’ve wanted to bring to life for too long. My sweet spot is operations and execution, finding efficiencies in things that are already rolling. For this I needed to step outside of my comfort zone and lay groundwork. I planned on taking 1-2 months off socials and that turned into nearly 4 because as soon as I committed to my vision another opportunity presented itself and I couldn’t pass it up, so now I’ve taken on two new projects in addition to my Sunday Best media and consulting work 🥴 Oh, and I celebrated my bday for a solid week this Scorpio szn So the point is I have some really exciting news about some really cool stuff that I will be sharing so soon! In the meantime, get ready to see a lot more of your girl on these social channels and in these streets! 🙌🏽 #goodproblems #outchea #cheflife #comingsoon #la #miami #newyork #chicago #culinaryconsultant #refresh #reset #readytogo
What we put In and On our bodies are important; they’re means of self-expression and identity. Most chefs look wildly different off duty. I’ve been told I look like a little boy at work, probably because my mom worked in restaurants so I usually lean old-school when it comes to uniform choices. (Sidebar: when I went to do #topchef she made me promise I would always wear my hair back properly like a “f*cking professional” and not embarrass her.) Besides, cooking is a contact sport and I’m not trying to mess up my good clothes or hold back my movements to accommodate anything other than the food. So here’s a little look at how I arrive in the kitchen and how I look when it’s time to put my foot on the gas! #chef #cheflife #foodandfashion #mamasaid #professional #chefstyle #workclothes #playclothes #grwm #timetogotowork #dressedinlala
Hello, hello and Happy New Year! I got so much feedback from the last reverse-GRWM vid I think I’m going to make it a regular thing! It’s so fun to take a look at how I arrive to work vs how I look working. I didn’t really see it but others have pointed out that it’s actually a big difference, so why not share the transformation?! Some days are more casual than others, and it really depends on the project I’m working on and where it is. Luckily I’m somewhere warm-ish so I don’t have to bundle up yet. Btw, I would share more, but most of my projects are confidential, so for now the costume change is all I can share! #grwm #chef #inthekitchen #consultant #cheflife
Some work trips are filled with nothing but…work. This time I’ve been able to spend a little more of my days outside of the kitchen experiencing Paris. I’m here for all the local vibes, taking the train and walking through neighborhoods exploring shops and restaurants, but I’m not ashamed to admit that I want to see all the the major attractions too. Eiffel Tower – ✅ Notre Dame – finally! ✅ (Of course I’m visiting this storied Catholic Church, have you met me?! Aaaand the last 2 times I was here it was still being restored.) Rodin Museum – ✅ Montmarte – ✅ But I didn’t take pics) I’m also not ashamed to admit I will stop at multiple bakeries each day to compare croissants and/or pain as raisin, all in the name of research of course! #paris #chef #cheflife #havekniveswilltravel #consultant #kitchendesign #specialevents #acesintheirplaces #sundaybest
Some work trips are filled with nothing but…work. This time I’ve been able to spend a little more of my days outside of the kitchen experiencing Paris. I’m here for all the local vibes, taking the train and walking through neighborhoods exploring shops and restaurants, but I’m not ashamed to admit that I want to see all the the major attractions too. Eiffel Tower – ✅ Notre Dame – finally! ✅ (Of course I’m visiting this storied Catholic Church, have you met me?! Aaaand the last 2 times I was here it was still being restored.) Rodin Museum – ✅ Montmarte – ✅ But I didn’t take pics) I’m also not ashamed to admit I will stop at multiple bakeries each day to compare croissants and/or pain as raisin, all in the name of research of course! #paris #chef #cheflife #havekniveswilltravel #consultant #kitchendesign #specialevents #acesintheirplaces #sundaybest
Some work trips are filled with nothing but…work. This time I’ve been able to spend a little more of my days outside of the kitchen experiencing Paris. I’m here for all the local vibes, taking the train and walking through neighborhoods exploring shops and restaurants, but I’m not ashamed to admit that I want to see all the the major attractions too. Eiffel Tower – ✅ Notre Dame – finally! ✅ (Of course I’m visiting this storied Catholic Church, have you met me?! Aaaand the last 2 times I was here it was still being restored.) Rodin Museum – ✅ Montmarte – ✅ But I didn’t take pics) I’m also not ashamed to admit I will stop at multiple bakeries each day to compare croissants and/or pain as raisin, all in the name of research of course! #paris #chef #cheflife #havekniveswilltravel #consultant #kitchendesign #specialevents #acesintheirplaces #sundaybest
Some work trips are filled with nothing but…work. This time I’ve been able to spend a little more of my days outside of the kitchen experiencing Paris. I’m here for all the local vibes, taking the train and walking through neighborhoods exploring shops and restaurants, but I’m not ashamed to admit that I want to see all the the major attractions too. Eiffel Tower – ✅ Notre Dame – finally! ✅ (Of course I’m visiting this storied Catholic Church, have you met me?! Aaaand the last 2 times I was here it was still being restored.) Rodin Museum – ✅ Montmarte – ✅ But I didn’t take pics) I’m also not ashamed to admit I will stop at multiple bakeries each day to compare croissants and/or pain as raisin, all in the name of research of course! #paris #chef #cheflife #havekniveswilltravel #consultant #kitchendesign #specialevents #acesintheirplaces #sundaybest
Some work trips are filled with nothing but…work. This time I’ve been able to spend a little more of my days outside of the kitchen experiencing Paris. I’m here for all the local vibes, taking the train and walking through neighborhoods exploring shops and restaurants, but I’m not ashamed to admit that I want to see all the the major attractions too. Eiffel Tower – ✅ Notre Dame – finally! ✅ (Of course I’m visiting this storied Catholic Church, have you met me?! Aaaand the last 2 times I was here it was still being restored.) Rodin Museum – ✅ Montmarte – ✅ But I didn’t take pics) I’m also not ashamed to admit I will stop at multiple bakeries each day to compare croissants and/or pain as raisin, all in the name of research of course! #paris #chef #cheflife #havekniveswilltravel #consultant #kitchendesign #specialevents #acesintheirplaces #sundaybest
Some work trips are filled with nothing but…work. This time I’ve been able to spend a little more of my days outside of the kitchen experiencing Paris. I’m here for all the local vibes, taking the train and walking through neighborhoods exploring shops and restaurants, but I’m not ashamed to admit that I want to see all the the major attractions too. Eiffel Tower – ✅ Notre Dame – finally! ✅ (Of course I’m visiting this storied Catholic Church, have you met me?! Aaaand the last 2 times I was here it was still being restored.) Rodin Museum – ✅ Montmarte – ✅ But I didn’t take pics) I’m also not ashamed to admit I will stop at multiple bakeries each day to compare croissants and/or pain as raisin, all in the name of research of course! #paris #chef #cheflife #havekniveswilltravel #consultant #kitchendesign #specialevents #acesintheirplaces #sundaybest
Ingredient Spotlight!! People sometimes send me pictures of things they’re not familiar with and ask me how to prepare them, so I figured why not do a series on some of these delicious, but less-common items?! First up: Fresh Chickpeas/Green Garbanzo beans. These are chickpeas that are harvested while unripe/immature. Season: Spring (no idea why they were at the market, I’ve never seen them this time of year) Origin: Modern-day Syria and Turkey Not as common in the US, but popular in Middle-Eastern and Indian cuisine Taste: Slightly sweet; like a cross between chickpea/green pea with a note of sunflower seed nuttiness. You can steam them or roast them, but I like to toss them in a hot pan with salt, Worcestershire sauce and Tabasco Vinegar. It’s like a subtly sweet salt & vinegar edamame (but more delicious than edamame). You can also shell them and cook the legume without the pod, but I kinda like eating them like this! Happy snacking Friends! #chef #cookingtips #tips #greenmarket #legumes #legume #greengarbanzo #snacking #easyrecipes #4ingredients #worcestershire #tabascopeppersinvinegar #saltandvinegar #freshchickpeasinapod
Besties, it’s time to kiss 2024 goodbye and welcome a new year and new opportunities! We had some good times this year, and some challenges, and we made it to the other side. One thing I’m most proud of was being present in life, with my dear family and friends that I missed so many times with while prioritizing work for so long. I’m still trying to balance how to be present on social media and in my work and life. Maybe 2025 will be the year I get an assistant to help juggle it all, because it does feel overwhelming at times. But I am grateful for the opportunity to have this “problem” and spend another year sharing food and life with you. Cheers to you for making it through another year, I can’t wait to see what the new year has in store for you! ❤️🥂🤗 #chef #newyear #newopportunities #recap
Top Chef’s @chefadriennecheatham says this is the Best Chicken Sandwich in NYC. Watch our full episode on this master piece made by @chefchris512 at @butterfunkbiscuit 1️⃣Watch 📺 2️⃣Eat🍗 3️⃣Win $4,000 at the link in bio 🏆 #food #nycfoodtour #nycchef #foodie #eeeeeats
🍔🔥 Who’s excited for tonight’s HAMBURGER HOP, co-hosted by Chef @insta.flamm and @chefadriennecheatham, presented by @syscofoodie, @bluemoonbrewco and @doordash. To fit our “Fashion, Plated” theme, rock your best streetwear and get ready to feast! 🧢👟
Spending a couple weeks in Paris on a project and my first stop is pretty much always Le Grand Epicerie. I love visiting small local grocery stores when I travel, but I also love this store because they have everything you could need in one place. The most gorgeous selections under one roof, and you can also stop and snack along the way. Even if you’re not picking up groceries you can make an afternoon of walking around the 7th (Cherche Midi, Le Bon Marche…) and stop here for bites to stave off the jet lag! #chef #legrandepiceriedeparis #cheflife #havekniveswilltravel #consultant #newprojects #dayinthelife
