The Next Food Network Star - Sunday Nights at 9/8c
Nikki Shaw: ELIMINATED: WEEK 2
Nikki is an LA-based caterer who cooks for celebrity clients. A graduate of the Southeastern Culinary Academy, her motto is "Dessert First." A mother of three, Nikki is married to Brian Shaw, a former NBA player who currently works as an assistant coach for the LA Lakers.
Age: 38
Hometown: Oakland, Calif.
Occupation: Catering business owner
Favorite restaurant: Crustacean in Beverly Hills
Food specialty: Seafood gumbo
Interests: Skiing, water skiing, architecture
Favorite Food Network chef: Alton Brown
Favorite Food Network show: Good Eats
Three people, alive or dead, that you'd like to invite to a dinner party: Deepak Chopra, Jamie Foxx, Phil Jackson
Three foods you can't live without (other than bread or water): Crab, lobster, chocolate
Culinary inspirations: 0ver-the-top flavor and creative garnishes
Culinary secret weapon: Creating food accompanied by fragrance
Favorite food: Crab
Food you won't go near: Raw sushi
Weirdest thing you've ever eaten: Flowers
Favorite food destination: Nassau, Bahamas
Why do you think you should be The Next Food Network Star: 1) I would like to attract a younger audience. 2) A little "brown suga" would be the perfect addition. 3) I have wonderful party ideas, foods and stories. 4) I can show you how to "party like a rock star."
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