About

I would like to share a little bit about what made me decide to start my culinary journey. First, I have always had a love for cooking, I became the fo to person for all your cooking needs.

I find joy in creating different dishes all awhile stepping out of my comfort zone at times. I have a love for creating centerpieces, I close my eyes and see what comes to me and I bring my vision to life.

Stepping out of my comfort zone has opened , so many doors for me in my career. I am blessed in so many ways.

Deciding what to so with my life, I realized with the help of family and friends that I had a gift, a talent for food.

I learned at an early age from my mother, grandmothers, and aunts who all had different styles of cooking. Not only did I learn their secrets. I learned the value of family time. Spending time with each lady in my life was a special one that I hold dear to my heart.

I went through my life trying to find my passion from post office office work, nursing rehabs, attending Medical Diagnostic program at Community College of Philadelphia. Yes, I did a lot. I did it because I had to, not that I wanted to, I had to provide for my children.

I spent most of my education at Montgomery County Community College Culinary Arts where I earned my certification in Culinary Arts. I later received my degree in Culinary Arts at Community College of Philadelphia.

I was awarded a Foundation Scholarship and transferred to Drexel University to enroll in their BS Hospitality program. I wasn't able to continue the program due to financial reasons.

I started my first restaurant job at Grand Luxe Cafe as a prep cook. Later worked as a grill Cook at Normandy Farms Esate, and Sage Dining.

All along gaining knowledge about the Culinary industry that would later help me in a leadership role I'm my own business.

I understand the values and importance of food safety, customer service, leadership and I apply that knowledge at Shariff's Kitchen and Catering.

I'm so happy I decided to put my fears aside and take the steps needed to making my dreams come true.