Tonya, aka “The Food Griot”
Tonya Hopkins, founder of The Food Griot LLC, is a culinary historian, published author, food media personality + show host & writer featured in and on a range of broadcast networks and mediums. As a seasoned food and drink professional, Tonya stirs several pitchers and pots in hospitality arenas as a beverage curator, legacy cook and consultant, who creates contextual, culturally-relevant menus and custom-designed drinks that elevate any occasion. In addition to working in strategic sales in the restaurant, food & beverage, wine & spirits retail industries, Ms. Hopkins is a sought-after spirited speaker/nonfiction storyteller, public educator…
Happy (Gregorian) New Year ! I post new updates here often so revisit periodically + check the 👉🏽 Daily TFG Calendar👈🏽 and ➡️ my PATREON ⬅️ for creative ways to be in the loop on TFG scoop as the year unfolds …
Williams, better known as Chef Stikxz, the second part of which is a name conferred unto her during her childhood because of her small stick-like frame, is doubling down on a holiday tradition inherited from her Jamaican-born parents. She does so while preparing two meals, directing kitchen colleagues and answering questions from a witty journalist.