Let’s be real for a moment. Walking in purpose is beautiful, but it’s also heavy. Nobody really prepares you for that part. They tell you to find your purpose, chase it, and be bold in your calling. They say things like, “When you walk in purpose, everything will align,” or “If it’s meant to be, it’ll flow.” And while there’s some truth in those words, they leave out a key detail.

If someone had told me a few years ago that I’d be sitting down to write a book, I would have brushed it off without a second thought. Being a writer was never on my radar. I wasn’t one of those people who dreamed of writing stories or publishing something with my name on the cover. That wasn’t part of my plan. But somewhere along the way, God stepped in and showed me that His plan was different.

When people see the name Chef E, they might think it’s just about food. But to me, it’s about faith, family, hustle, and heart. This brand didn’t start with a business plan. It started with a lawnmower, $55 in tips, and a father who taught me that work was a blessing, not a burden.