Zion Dixon

A homemade Rasta Pasta, which initially started my culinary career. As a popular dish at home, it was made pretty regularly as a simple pasta dinner. Although simple, when meticulously preparing each step, it brings me a sense of home. The explosion of flavor takes me to where my mom is from, the Cayman Islands, and I like to think this dish is what the islands taste like.

In my family, everyone has their hands in food. Whether it's cooking or baking, I come from a line of chefs. Specifically, I come from a father who went from small-time cook to executive chef in only a couple of months and a mother who worked as a line chef using her skills to serve high-priority clients. With these traditions, I see not only where my skills could take me, but where my passion and drive can take me as well.

Firstly, I'd give some to thank and show appreciation to my mom for being so proactive in my culinary journey. I'd use the rest to map out my blueprint for Uni-Rolls. I want to expand my creativity into something special for everyone. I want to provide a space where diversity can meet, and customers can find a piece of home in my restaurant.