Kenyatta Ashford

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.