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Uplift: A celebrated culinary personality displays his entrepreneurial spirit on and his new travel show "Savor the City."

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Strawberry Letter
Episode • Jul 5 • 29m

Chef Jernard Wells.

A celebrated culinary personality known for his vibrant cooking style, entrepreneurial spirit, and new travel show "Savor the City" on TV One.

Here are some key highlights from the script:


🎙️ Guest Introduction

  • Chef Jernard Wells is introduced as the author of Southern Inspired: More Than 100 Delicious Dishes from My American Table to Yours.
  • He’s known for promoting positive family images through food and has a strong presence on Cleo TV with shows like New Soul Kitchen and New Soul Kitchen Remix.

🍳 Chef Jernard’s Culinary Journey

  • Inspired by his parents: his father (a Creole chef) and his mother (a nurse turned pastry chef).
  • Started his first food business at 16 from his mother’s kitchen in Mississippi.
  • Emphasizes quick, affordable meals for busy families.

📺 TV Shows and Media Presence

  • Hosts multiple cooking shows on Cleo TV.
  • Known for his live TV presence and ability to adapt on the fly.
  • Self-edits and critiques his performances to improve constantly.

🌍 New Show: “Savor the City”

  • A travel and food show celebrating Black culture, cuisine, and entrepreneurship.
  • Highlights Black-owned restaurants, hotels, and cultural landmarks.
  • First episode features New Orleans, with future episodes planned in places like Napa Valley, Martha’s Vineyard, and even international destinations like the Bahamas and Africa.

🍽️ Favorite Food Cities & Festivals

  • Top Food Cities: San Francisco, Chicago, New Orleans.
  • Favorite Food Festivals:
    • Georgia Food and Wine Festival (Marietta, GA)
    • Chicago Gourmet (Chicago, IL)
    • St. Augustine Food & Wine Festival (FL)

💡 Takeaways from the Show

  • Aims to inspire viewers by showcasing success stories in the Black culinary community.
  • Encourages viewers to explore new places and support local businesses.
  • Promotes cultural pride and culinary creativity.

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