Chef Rasheeda Purdie at Untitled Restaurant

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About Chef Rasheeda Purdie

Rasheeda Purdie is a stylist turned chef, acclaimed for her ramen-focused venture, Ramen by Ra. She launched her business during the pandemic, collaborating with Ada Supper Club, and is known for embracing Black and female expression through her cuisine. Her background includes working as a stylist for high-profile clients like Beyoncé and Michelle Obama.

★Awards & Recognition

★People's Chef Choice Award powered by Pe… (2024)

Chef Timeline

Pre-2015

Stylist at Betsey Johnson

Worked under fashion icon Betsey Johnson.

Pre-2015

Top Stylist at Henri Bendel

Worked with high-profile clients such as Beyoncé, Michelle Obama, and family.

2015

Enrolled at The Institute of Culinary Education

Made the transition from fashion to food.

Post-2015

Culinary Journey at Duane Park

Duane Park

Began her culinary career.

Post-2015

Worked at Untitled Restaurant

Untitled Restaurant

Gained experience at the restaurant at The Whitney Museum.

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Rasheeda Purdie is a stylist turned chef, acclaimed for her ramen-focused venture, Ramen by Ra. She launched her business during the pandemic, collaborating with Ada Supper Club, and is known for embracing Black and female expression through her cuisine. Her background includes working as a stylist for high-profile clients like Beyoncé and Michelle Obama.

Customer Perception

Customer feedback is not explicitly available in the provided sources. However, the 'People's Chef Choice Award' suggests a positive public reception for her culinary offerings, particularly ramen.

Cuisine Highlights

RamenBlack & female expression

News

On December 8, 2024, Rasheeda Purdie re-introduced herself via an Instagram post, reflecting on 16 years in NYC, her journey from stylist to chef, and announcing she received the People's Chef Choice Award powered by Pepsi Dig In.

Restaurants by chef

Ramen by Ra, Untitled Restaurant, Duane Park

Iconic dishes

Ramen

Additional Details

Before transitioning to the culinary world, Rasheeda Purdie had a successful career as a fashion stylist. She worked under fashion icon Betsey Johnson and later became a top stylist at Henri Bendel on Fifth Avenue, where she styled high-profile clients including Beyoncé, Michelle Obama, and their families. She honed her culinary skills under the guidance of notable chefs and mentors such as Melba Wilson, JJ Johnson, and Marcus Samuelsson.

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