375 - Culinary Entrepreneurship with Chef Key Locke

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375 - Culinary Entrepreneurship with Chef Key Locke

Listeners, we are back this week with Key Locke

Today's episode features the charismatic and innovative vegan chef, Key Locke. We explore Chef Key's diverse background, culinary inspirations, and remarkable journey to creating multiple successful businesses. From opening a vibrant record store to venturing into the culinary world, Chef Key Locke shares the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and encourages us to pursue our passions boldly. Let's brew up some inspiration with Chef Key Locke!

A seasoned and innovative vegan chef renowned for crafting delectable plant-based creations that redefine culinary boundaries. Born on July 11, in the vibrant Culver City, California. Chef Key Locke’s travels throughout her childhood immersed her into different cultures throughout California. Living in cities such as Carson, Compton, Cudahy, L.A., Montebello, “The Valley”, San Diego, St Clair Shores & Detroit Metro Cities, Pontiac MI and more. Hints to her inspirations and all time favorite cuisines very similar to any cultures modern street foods.

During this episode we talked about:

04:36 Transitioned from picky eater to cooking enthusiast.

09:30 Mayor awarded me, led to restaurant collaboration.

12:31 Returning home, shutting down music in 2019.

14:44 Two distinct lives at Michigan State University.

16:59 Embrace instincts and pursue greatness with confidence.

21:19 Discrepancy in support of family and friends.

24:11 Building your squad while being conscious.

27:27 I want diverse food, naked sushi tradition.

31:00 Privileged upbringing, pontoon boat, timeshare search.

33:34 Latinos strive for representation and solidarity.

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