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Brittney "Stikxz" Williams on Blending Jamaican Heat with Italian Flair
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Chef Brittney "Stikxz" Williams delves into the roots of her nickname, “Chef Stikxz,” tracing it back to her childhood. She discusses how her vibrant Jamaican heritage serves as the cornerstone of her culinary creations. She recounts a pivotal moment during her college years, where her trajectory shifted from sports management to culinary arts, underscoring the profound impact of food in fostering connection. Stikxz offers a glimpse into her initial impressions of the Ciao House hosts, Alex Guarnaschelli and Gabe Bertaccini, noting their blend of nurturing support and disciplined guidance. She intricately describes her approach to melding Jamaican and Italian flavors on the show, drawing upon her deep understanding of both cultures' culinary traditions and techniques. The chef reflects on her immersive pasta-making sessions with authentic Italian nonnas, emphasizing the transformative power of slowing down and fully immersing oneself in the culinary process. Brittney offers insights into her catering enterprise, BWC Catering, unveiling her aspirations for dream collaborations and forthcoming projects.
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156 episodes
Manage episode 422331298 series 2845513
Chef Brittney "Stikxz" Williams delves into the roots of her nickname, “Chef Stikxz,” tracing it back to her childhood. She discusses how her vibrant Jamaican heritage serves as the cornerstone of her culinary creations. She recounts a pivotal moment during her college years, where her trajectory shifted from sports management to culinary arts, underscoring the profound impact of food in fostering connection. Stikxz offers a glimpse into her initial impressions of the Ciao House hosts, Alex Guarnaschelli and Gabe Bertaccini, noting their blend of nurturing support and disciplined guidance. She intricately describes her approach to melding Jamaican and Italian flavors on the show, drawing upon her deep understanding of both cultures' culinary traditions and techniques. The chef reflects on her immersive pasta-making sessions with authentic Italian nonnas, emphasizing the transformative power of slowing down and fully immersing oneself in the culinary process. Brittney offers insights into her catering enterprise, BWC Catering, unveiling her aspirations for dream collaborations and forthcoming projects.
- Follow Food Network on Instagram
- Follow Jaymee Sire on Instagram
- Follow Brittney "Stikxz" Williams on Instagram
- Learn More About Ciao House
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
156 episodes
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