New York's Hottest New Restaurant is Vegan: Chatting with Cadence Executive Chef Shenarri Freeman

In this mouth-watering episode, Kathy is joined by Shenarri Freeman, the superstar executive chef of Cadence. In just a year, Cadence has become one of NYC’s most exclusive reservations and was named one of the Top 50 Restaurants in the U.S. by The New York Times. During their lively conversation, Kathy and Shenarri discuss:

• Shenarri’s unlikely journey from cooking as part of a large family in Virginia to becoming a James Beard Award semifinalist for her vegan cuisine
• The important role veganism played in her life after losing her partner in 2018, and her inspiring step forward to attend culinary school
• Overthrow Hospitality and Cadence’s incredibly diverse staff and the importance of compassion within the organization, extending among staff and customers
• Shenarri’s favorite reactions from non-vegan guests who were blown away by the plant-based menu - including Grammy Award winner Solange
• What the future holds for Cadence, and Shenarri, after a showstopper first year in business

Check out Cadence’s menu and make reservations on their website.

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