Nateisha Shaw, hailing from the vibrant city of Kingston, Jamaica, is a woman of many talents. A passionate chef, actress, aspiring public speaker, serial entrepreneur, and owner of Island Babe Catering in Cleveland Heights, Ohio. She embodies resilience and draws inspiration from her diverse cultural background and family heritage. Notably, her second cousin, the legendary Jamaican reggae and dancehall artist Barrington Levy, has been a significant inspiration in her life.As a child, Nateisha would gather in her late grandmother Mazel Gabiddon's kitchen in Jamaica, where she witnessed the transformative power of a well-cooked meal. Watching her mother, Maxine, cook in their kitchen every day after school, she developed a profound love of culinary arts.The pandemic has taken a toll on all of us, causing irreparable losses and affecting our mental health, well-being, and finances. For Nateisha's daughter, it was a time of sadness and melancholy, and she found solace in her mother's cooking. The recipes and teas shared in this cookbook are a testament to the healing power of food. A tribute to her mother and grandmother's teachings, this cookbook is a celebration of Jamaican cuisine, a fusion of Jamaican and American flavors that challenges traditional culinary boundaries. It offers readers an exciting and innovative culinary experience, bringing together two rich culinary traditions in a way that stands out from conventional cookbooks.Read more about this authorRead less about this author