“I started preparing meals for my family when I was 12 because both of my parents worked, but I didn't know that it was something I could make a career out of until I had my daughter and realized there were people out there who were interested in learning how to prepare a quick meal.”

Canadian-American businesswoman, cook, restaurateur, actress, writer and philanthropist

Ayesha Curry is a Canadian-American businesswoman, cook, restaurateur, actress, writer, and philanthropist. She has built a public profile across food, media, and business, and is known for work that combines cooking with entrepreneurship and on-screen appearances. Her career spans several fields, from running food-related ventures to writing and acting. She is also associated with philanthropy, and her public work often centers on home cooking, lifestyle, and family-oriented food culture.