In the opening episode of the African Nova Scotian Culinary series, Shawn Smith sits down with Chef Pamela Alexander Leonforde, the passionate founder of Café Caye Mange in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. Chef Pamela shares her inspiring journey from St. Lucia to Nova Scotia, the cultural significance behind her restaurant's name, and her commitment to intertwining her heritage into every dish. She reflects on the community support that helped her establish Café Caye Mange, her dedication to plant-based healing foods, and the importance of holistic health. This conversation unfolds Chef Pamela's global culinary experiences and her mission to educate and inspire through food.

Key Topics:

1. The inspiration and motivation behind the Café Caye Mange
2. Global culinary experiences and influences
3. Community Support and Overcoming Challenges
4. Changing Perceptions of Plant-Based Food
5. Healthy Eating and Cultural Shifts

Credits:

1. Hosted by Shawn Smith
2. Produced by Loyalist Connections Creative Society (LCCS)
3. Special thanks to Chef Pamela and Executive Producer Matthew Johnson

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For more information on Café Caye Mange:

1. https://www.instagram.com/cafecayemange/?hl=en
2. https://www.facebook.com/p/Caf%C3%A9-Caye-Mang%C3%A9-61550916578395/