Chef Maya Mastersson explores the cuisine of the African Disapora … – NOLA.com

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A person with crossed arms stands on a sidewalk wearing a pink chef's jacket. They have red braided hair, tattoos on their forearms, and are adorned with earrings and a nose ring. Trees and buildings are in the background. This is Chef Maya Mastersson of NOLA.com, known for her African Diaspora cuisine.

Though she already had a culinary degree, Maya Mastersson first came to New Orleans in the 1990s to study at Dillard University, thinking about pursuing medicine. But cooking is her calling, and she returned to the city several years ago to pursue culinary projects, including catering and teaching events. On Sunday, Jan. 15, she presents the multicourse dinner SOUL at the Margaret Place Hotel. For information…

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