Special Screening and Community Celebration of The Rotating Chef
Friday, March 29, 2025, at 4 p.m. at the YMI Cultural Center.
Asheville’s Eagle-Market Street Development Corporation (EMSDC) will host a screening and community celebration of The Rotating Chef, a new series that highlights the culture and community impact of chefs across the Carolinas.
In the series, creator Caleb Owolabi invites a special guest chef each season to share a glimpse into their personal lives and the influence it has brought to their cooking. Season 1 features Shaniqua Simuel, a dedicated community advocate involved with a local garden initiative in the Shiloh neighborhood of Asheville, NC. Her commitment to cultivating a harmonious, self-sustaining community is evident as she sources ingredients directly from the garden to prepare healthy dishes.
Details of the YMI Screening
The screening will take place Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 4 p.m. at the YMI Cultural Center, 39 S. Market Street. This free event, open to the public will bring together food lovers, creatives, and community leaders for an evening of storytelling, conversation, and connection.
Highlights
- Special Screening – Attendees will enjoy two featured episodes of The Rotating Chef
- Deborah Holt Noel, host of NC Weekend and Black Issues Forum, will discuss her experiences in media and the future of storytelling
- Live Q&A Panel will feature show host Shaniqua Simuel, creator/producer Caleb Owolabi, and director/editor Elijah York, who will share behind-the-scenes insights about the series
- Guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres, including bites by Chef Mike Reppert of The Blackbird Restaurant, and a specialty beverage that was featured on The Rotating Chef during Shaniqua Simuel’s episode.
The Rotating Chef is now streaming on Amazon Prime.
