Investing in myself looks different these days!
Less rushing.
More learning.
More intentional.
I'm in a season of sharpening my skills, expanding my knowledge and pouring deeper into my craft- not just as a Chef, but as a creative and visionary.
#chefbellaboss2026 #fundthedream #womenwhocreate #foodculture
CHEF BELLA B IS ON THE MENU 🖤🍽️
Light bites and snacks for Curators of the Page: Beyond the Spine — a Melanated Bookish Event will be provided by Chef Bella B, an award-winning chef and culinary storyteller, named Entrepreneur of the Year by the African Chamber of Commerce.
Come for the books. Stay for the community. Leave full… in every way.
🎟️ Free tickets (Eventbrite): /e/1984204933369?aff=oddtdtcreator
🗓️ May 16, 2026 | 1:00–4:00 PM
📍 Tattered Cover Book Store | 2526 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80206
#CuratorsOfThePage #BeyondTheSpine #MelanatedBookishEvent #DenverEvents #TatteredCover #ChefBellaB #BlackOwnedBusiness #BlackFoodie #DenverFood #AfricanChamberOfCommerce #BrightHeadedPublishing
ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR… AND SHE’S FEEDING THE ROOM 🏆🍴
We’re building a real experience for Curators of the Page: Beyond the Spine and that includes the food. Chef Bella B (Entrepreneur of the Year, African Chamber of Commerce) will be providing light bites and snacks for attendees.
This is free to attend. Just grab your ticket and pull up.
🎟️ Free tickets: /e/1984204933369?aff=oddtdtcreator
📍 Tattered Cover | Denver | May 16 | 1–4 PM
#CuratorsOfThePage #BeyondTheSpine #MelanatedBookishEvent #DenverColorado #DenverCommunity #BlackExcellence #ChefBellaB #BlackOwned #SupportBlackBusiness #BookishDenver #BrightHeadedPublishing
DENVER, THIS IS A FULL EXPERIENCE 🖤📚🎤🍴
Curators of the Page: Beyond the Spine is more than “tables and books.” It’s a melanated bookish event with authors, spoken word, community energy, and light bites/snacks provided by Chef Bella B (Entrepreneur of the Year, African Chamber of Commerce).
Free to attend. Bring somebody with you.
🎟️ Free tickets: /e/1984204933369?aff=oddtdtcreator
🗓️ May 16, 2026 | 1:00–4:00 PM
📍 Tattered Cover Book Store | 2526 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80206
#CuratorsOfThePage #BeyondTheSpine #MelanatedBookishEvent #DenverCommunity #FreeDenverEvents #ChefBellaB #AfricanChamberOfCommerce #BlackOwnedBusiness #SupportBlackCreatives #BrightHeadedPublishing
BOOKS + COMMUNITY + A CHEF WHO GETS IT 📚🍽️
Curators of the Page: Beyond the Spine is a melanated bookish event built around real connection. And yes, we’re taking care of the room. Chef Bella B is providing light bites and snacks, and she’s not just any chef, she’s an award-winning chef and culinary storyteller, named Entrepreneur of the Year by the African Chamber of Commerce.
🎟️ Free tickets (Eventbrite): /e/1984204933369?aff=oddtdtcreator
🗓️ May 16, 2026 | 1–4 PM
📍 Tattered Cover | 2526 E Colfax Ave, Denver
#CuratorsOfThePage #BeyondTheSpine #MelanatedBookishEvent #DenverEvents #TatteredCover #ChefBellaB #BlackCreatives #BlackOwnedBusiness #DenverFoodScene #CommunityFirst #BrightHeadedPublishing
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Real moment…
Growth doesn’t always feel confident.
Sometimes it feels like stretching into something new.
I’ve had my moments… but I’m learning:
I don’t have to feel guilty for my success.
I get to stand in it.
Fully.
#growthseason #ChefBellaBoss2026 #BlackExcellence #entrepreneurlife
ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR… AND SHE’S FEEDING THE ROOM 🏆🍴
We’re building a real experience for Curators of the Page: Beyond the Spine and that includes the food. Chef Bella B (Entrepreneur of the Year, African Chamber of Commerce) will be providing light bites and snacks for attendees.
This is free to attend. Just grab your ticket and pull up.
🎟️ Free tickets: /e/1984204933369?aff=oddtdtcreator
📍 Tattered Cover | Denver | May 16 | 1–4 PM
#CuratorsOfThePage #BeyondTheSpine #MelanatedBookishEvent #DenverColorado #DenverCommunity #BlackExcellence #ChefBellaB #BlackOwned #SupportBlackBusiness #BookishDenver #BrightHeadedPublishing
CHEF BELLA B IS ON THE MENU 🖤🍽️
Light bites and snacks for Curators of the Page: Beyond the Spine — a Melanated Bookish Event will be provided by Chef Bella B, an award-winning chef and culinary storyteller, named Entrepreneur of the Year by the African Chamber of Commerce.
Come for the books. Stay for the community. Leave full… in every way.
🎟️ Free tickets (Eventbrite): /e/1984204933369?aff=oddtdtcreator
🗓️ May 16, 2026 | 1:00–4:00 PM
📍 Tattered Cover Book Store | 2526 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80206
#CuratorsOfThePage #BeyondTheSpine #MelanatedBookishEvent #DenverEvents #TatteredCover #ChefBellaB #BlackOwnedBusiness #BlackFoodie #DenverFood #AfricanChamberOfCommerce #BrightHeadedPublishing
Congratulations to Chef Bella B., recipient of the Entrepreneur of the Year Award from the African Chamber of Commerce Colorado and chef at La Victoria Healing Kitchen, whose cuisine will be featured at the Encore Dinner.
Join us Sunday, April 19, as the Aurora Fox Arts Center, in partnership with La Victoria Healing Kitchen, closes “Fat Ham”—then continue the celebration that evening with a joyful, soulful, multi-course Encore Dinner.
This limited, one-time experience offers a unique opportunity to connect with cast and crew while enjoying an intimate evening just steps from the Aurora Fox.
Get tickets, view the menu and learn more at AuroraFoxArtsCenter.org.
[Image description: Photo shows Chef Bella B. in a chef coat on a promotional graphic for the Encore Dinner with “Fat Ham” on April 19.]
ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR!... yeah I'm still letting that sink in!
Thank you to the @africhamberco for this incredible honor. To be recognized in a room full of excellence means everything!
To my people---》Family, friends and my community-- THANK YOU!!
S/O to my cheering squad (Table 13):
@therealboss67@iamdavinashirley@lv_healing_kitchen
My style team:
Styled by: @sswbrowser <--She is the truth!! Book immediately!
Hair by: @locsbyjamesha <-- Book immediately!
And to all nominees, its an immense honor to stand next to excellence ✨️
Grateful for this moment...but just know, I'm not done yet.
#StillBuilding #EntrepreneurLife #ChefBellaBoss2026 #BlackExcellence #AfricanChamberCO
It was a true pleasure to stand among greatness at the 5th Annual Business Awards and Fundraiser Reception organized by the African Chamber of Commerce USA 🇺🇸. The night radiated joy, excellence, and celebration as hardworking trailblazers received the awards they so richly earned.
![Congratulations to Chef Bella B., recipient of the Entrepreneur of the Year Award from the African Chamber of Commerce Colorado and chef at La Victoria Healing Kitchen, whose cuisine will be featured at the Encore Dinner.Join us Sunday, April 19, as the Aurora Fox Arts Center, in partnership with La Victoria Healing Kitchen, closes “Fat Ham”—then continue the celebration that evening with a joyful, soulful, multi-course Encore Dinner.This limited, one-time experience offers a unique opportunity to connect with cast and crew while enjoying an intimate evening just steps from the Aurora Fox.Get tickets, view the menu and learn more at AuroraFoxArtsCenter.org.[Image description: Photo shows Chef Bella B. in a chef coat on a promotional graphic for the Encore Dinner with “Fat Ham” on April 19.]](https://sp1.picnob.com/p/pt_6747365614645656164672_0_585c1d48770f89c9adfd4e94b5d769bb.jpg?o=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&h=ac075fbc874c2e6119afe3c6228ab3ea)
