NOTE: This interview was conducted in July 2025
00:27: The journey to launching “Passion on the Cutting Board” — Renee’s first cookbook that helped her find much-needed clarity
4:41: Why this isn’t a “marry-me chicken” kind of cookbook
6:53: The major role her grandmother played in shaping a love for cooking
8:48: Getting comfortable with being in the spotlight after years of being a private chef for celebrities
14:24: How Renee measures success
16:53: Growing up in Barbados and early memories that stand out (Renee know from age 16 she wanted to be a chef)
22:11: On her relationship with spice
24:25: The business side of being a chef — and the lessons learned from having high-profile/celebrity clients
30:04: Actively manifesting next career moves, including calling herself Black Martha
