We were lucky to catch up with Chef Keon Atwater, CCP recently and have shared our conversation below.
Chef Keon, appreciate you joining us today. What do you think matters most in terms of achieving success?
When I think about the question, “what do you think it takes to be successful”…the first thought that comes to mind is a strong sense of self. Yes there are various answers that could be given but this one sticks out to me most because trying to reach for stars that you can barely see surely takes a toll on the dreamer. The most important fact to hold onto is the power you possess and the goals you aim to reach. Success is a spectrum gauged on personal description. For me success looks like a peace of mind and financial stability, for some that may be achieving riches or going places they have not yet seen. Success is the glass ceiling and standard we hold ourselves to that I believe is meant to be broken. I say this because aiming to be successful puts a box around our dreams in the reality we are creating, what we think is success now can shift any moment. So for me I think it takes being firm and grounded in yourself because this journey isn’t easy and sometimes you will encounter boundary or be forced to shift your vision, to be successful you must believe in yourself. Remember that this is the ultimate tool, take this with you and you can go further then the stars.
Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.
Hello I am, The Multifaceted Chef Keon Atwater, CCP. Chef, Author, Entrepreneur, Artist, Entertainer, Brand Ambassador, Podcaster, Content Creator and so much more.
Whether it’s food or art, the Multifaceted Chef is full of surprises.
Get a chance to know more about Chef Keon and her products + services through her podcast, blogs, events, youtube channel, books and content.
Chef Keon Atwater is a multifaceted creator born in Queens, New York.
Her passion for literature, food and the arts have been a constant since the age of 5.
She began writing poetry at the age of 10, which then lead to songwriting.
The Passion for Food blossomed at the age of 12 when she began exploring the kitchen independently.
Keon is a Certified Culinary Professional AKA Chef, singer, poet, brand ambassador/model, fashionista, entrepreneur and overall entertainer who has worked in various industries.
She is a published Chef whose work has been published in “Voyage Atlanta“ magazine and “The Creator Spotlight” with Ramen and Crystals as well as online publications for the Maxim CoverGirl 2020 competition and the Miss JetSet 2022 Competition.
Her podcast has featured various Artist, Entertainers and Entrepreneurs.
She has appeared in multiple videos and has a history of collaborating with other artist.
Keon continues to support other small owned businesses through her brand ambassador role.
Ms. Atwater is the V.P of Atwater Productions and Publishing LLC.,
CEO of NaturalBlackUnicorn,
and CEO of GoldUnicorn.
Keon aims to share her passions and creativity while Uplifting, Educating and Inspiring those whose spirits align.
Chef Keon just recently released “A Dose of Fuego” which is Inspired by the Erotic Book Series “Fuego Dosage” by Jonnise Atwater, MBA.
Chef Keon creatively conceptualizes a series of dishes that convey key element’s of erotica using aphrodisiac component’s.
Introducing the first of an unforgettable culinary and literary experience, where poetry and food collide seamlessly to reveal a story.
This dual concept, “A Dose of Fuego” break’s down the elaborate and erotic tales of “Fuego Dosage” through aphrodisiac based food with a plant based twist.
Both series are now available on Amazon!
In addition to the release of the book, you can also find merch and art that was inspired by the dishes.
Our team is so excited to bring you more events and products inspired by our dual concept series, where erotic poetry meets aphrodisiac cuisines.
The idea is to target sexual health, education and wellness through poetry and food.
For example, for anyone dealing with Erectile Dysfunction or low sex drive this may be the book for you.
Imagine being able to pair your poetry with a dish!
We have heard of sip and paint, but how about read and taste?
Bringing all 5 senses alive, we tap into the elements of seeing, touching, hearing, smelling and tasting.
These foods are “stimulates” so to say and are based around the healing properties that our food already provides.
For example, did you know that cinnamon is considered an aphrodisiac due to the magnesium that is thought to help increase the male sex drive?
Information like this shows that your diet can improve your lifestyle and she is on a mission to help educate others.
Whether the information is used to repair your health, spice up the mood or solely for the enjoyment of the recipes it is sure to be a useful tool in anyones kitchen.
This Mother-Daughter Dynamic Duo is taking the U.S.A. and the internet by storm with their book & food tour.
Jonnise Atwater, MBA a-k-a Amazon Warrior Empress (AWE) and Keon Atwater, CCP / Chef Keon a-k-a Loc Empress, who are the CEO and VP of Atwater Productions & Publishing, LLC (APP).
We started the book and food tour to launch the release of Amazon Warrior Empress (AWE) 1st published erotic e-book series entitled “Fuego Dosage” and the launch of Chef Keon’s Mobile Cafe & Pop-Up Shop.
Our mission is to curate experiences through our talk shows, podcasts, books, live and virtual events.
Our passion is bringing people together to enlighten, empower, and exchange artistry, share ideas, create conversations, and stimulate the minds.
We are establishing a no judgement, positive, self loving atmosphere, where people are free to be themselves.
APP creates content that evokes emotion, compassion, a paying it forward mentality, speaking to the soul and the spirit of humanity.
Join us for an unforgettable culinary and literary experience, where poetry and food collide seamlessly to reveal a story.
Any stories or insights that might help us understand how you’ve built such a strong reputation?
I believe that being relatable, accessible and transparent with people whether they are my customers in real life or followers on social media is what has helped me build my reputation within my market. At the end of the day, there are Chefs everywhere so I had to think about what would set me apart. Outside of being multifaceted and displaying my talents, I wanted to create an intimate experience where people could feel the positivity being shared through my food. When it comes to my customer experience I aim to please, leading with empathy, compassion and love. These are basic traits that I feel are vital to the human experience. By creating an environment that fosters this energy, naturally people gravitate towards me. When it comes to creating my niche in my market I knew i would need to stay true to myself and the experience I wanted to convey.
How about pivoting – can you share the story of a time you’ve had to pivot?
Once upon a time, not too long after graduating culinary school I decided to pursue a path outside of the industry. This was the moment in my life when I received a wake up call. At this time I wanted to explore options outside of being a chef, although it has been a passion since I was a child. It’s crazy what a lack of confidence can do to you, but equally the journey must be appreciated. I remember spending two years after graduating solely focusing on customer service related jobs because I was excellent at it, not to brag. I guess for me it was easier than being in the kitchen but equally did not give me an outlet for my passion. It took me a while but eventually I realized that I was running away from my calling. That point in my life is one that I am grateful for because it gave me great perspective when it comes to customer’s and how we interact with them. This begin to build the foundation that I currently operate off of today, it’s not always about the customer being right but it is always about the customer’s experience. It’s crazy to think that this time I spent provided structure in a way I don’t think I would have achieve had I rushed into my passion. Not too long after that I told myself that I was capable of accomplishing my dreams, which led me to follow my passion as a Chef. The tools acquired along the way, especially in my customer service journey, not only helped me when dealing with clientele but also in management. At first it seem like a pivot, but experience has shown it was meant to be a part of my journey. That is how I got to where I am today.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://msha.ke/chefkeon
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefkeon/
- Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/ChefKeon
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefkeonatwater/
- Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/theloc_empress
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCTSnBE6hsPEnjgMBAPOXFYQ
- Other: https://peaceloveandlightwqueenkeon.wordpress.com/ https://open.spotify.com/show/6nK6Eof9X2dOlA3gltEa7Y?si=N5mXh45-TH2cA9tdzYxIVA https://www.redbubble.com/people/GoldUnicornNBU/explore?asc=u&page=1&sortOrder=recent https://www.artpal.com/Atwaterprodpub
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Keon Atwater