Joy ParhamJoy Parham

15 years of industry experience with many more to come. Educator, Hell’s Kitchen finalist, Advocate for food pathways and food equality. Joy has been featured on various media outlets and publications such as Good Day Fox and Men’s Health Journal.  

My hopes are that I can not only feed people but inspire change in our homes and communities. Exposure equals education; with education people aren’t afraid to explore. Each food project curated is rooted in a deep love for flavors of the diaspora. Each dish is created to maximize usage of the ingredient versus simply throwing things away because we don’t see value in it.

With a passion for entrepreneurship and a strong desire to advocate for transitional programs for high school students in inner-city areas; Joy has actively worked with local organizations such as the 215 Peoples alliance to Mentor C-CAP culinary students while feeding Philadelphia residents affected by our current times.

2020 Black Restaurant Week Best Chef

2021 31 Black Women in Food Honoree

Hell’s Kitchen Finalist