My Morning Cup E05 - Kenyatta Ashford’s Morning Cup
Feb 13, 2023
Chef Kenyatta Ashford, a local celebrity known for his modern New Orleans-style restaurant, Neutral Ground, dives into his culinary journey inspired by his roots. He shares how family gatherings in New Orleans shaped his love for cooking, along with the influence of diverse cultures on traditional dishes like yakamein. Kenyatta discusses his win on the TV show Chopped and the importance of community through initiatives supporting African-American chefs. He emphasizes the pursuit of authenticity and happiness in both life and culinary arts.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Culinary Heritage and Family Gatherings in New Orleans
01:34 • 3min
From Classroom to Culinary Dreams
04:04 • 13min
Nourishing Community Through Culinary Connections
17:34 • 2min
Culinary Community Connections
19:42 • 7min
Embracing Authenticity and the Pursuit of Happiness
26:24 • 3min