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Episode 22: Interview with Chef Coco, Celebrity Fashion Designer and World Renowned Chef
Episode 22: Interview with Chef Coco, Celebrity Fashion Designer and World Renowned Chef
Episode 22: Interview with Chef Coco, Celebrity Fashion Designer and World Renowned Chef
Saturday 7th January 2023
Join Chef Coco on Eat.Plank.Live as she shares her inspiring journey from Barbados to Brooklyn, blending culinary arts and fashion design.
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I would go to the store. So he saw that what I was designing, I didn't even use the patterns, I just sketched it and I would take the measurements.
Imagine blending the vibrant flavors of Caribbean cuisine with the glitz of New York fashion. That's the life of Chef Coco, whose journey from Barbados to Brooklyn is nothing short of extraordinary. In this episode of Eat.Plank.Live, Chef Coco shares her story of resilience, creativity, and passion that spans over three decades in hospitality, fashion, and culinary education.
Born in Barbados and raised in New York City, Chef Coco's career is a rich tapestry woven with experiences at prestigious venues like the New York Plaza Hotel and Windows on the World Restaurant. But her talents don't stop at the kitchen. She's also a celebrated fashion designer, having styled celebrities such as LL Cool J and Teddy Riley.
Currently a Chef Educator at the Escoffier School of Culinary Arts online, Chef Coco mentors young chefs and fashion students across the USA, Africa, and India. Her reflections on intuition, storytelling, and balancing her dual passions for food and fashion are both insightful and inspiring. Whether she's designing wedding gowns or creating chef coats, Chef Coco's journey is a powerful reminder of the importance of following your dreams.
Tune in to hear her discuss collaborations with artists, her transition from culinary education to fashion design, and the lessons she's learned along the way. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to be inspired by a life dedicated to creativity and passion.