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Culinary School Grad • Personal Chef • Recipe Developer
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Have you heard? Class is in session! Who says cook

Have you heard? Class is in session! Who says cooking can’t be fun?! Join me, Chef Speshyl, this Thursday, April 7th, in an online interactive cooking class. Were making a Roasted Chicken with Pan Gravy, Garlic & Herb Mashhed Potatoes, & Balsamic Glazed Brussel Sprouts.

I’m here to teach you techniques and tips that will level up your home cooking. We will cover everything from knife skills, to perfecting different cooking techniques, to mise en place. I’m also here to show you a good time, so there will always be a great playlist playing in the background. Classes are held LIVE on Zoom. Feel free to leave your screen and mic off if you’re feeling shy, or turn them on and ask any questions you like.

Upon purchase, you will receive a PDF recipe packet with all of the recipes, a grocery shopping list, an equipment list, and some notes for prep before class begins.

You can sign up for the class on my website, thedailyspeshyl.com . Link is in my bio.

See you there! 😊

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Last night on live, we made penne alla vodka! It t

Last night on live, we made penne alla vodka! It took a little less than 30 mins, so it makes for a great quick weeknight meal.

Did you hear, I finally have online cooking classes available?! My first one is next Thursday & I’m so excited for it! Click the link in my bio if you would like to book a class with me 😊

You can join me on ig live every Wednesday to see what I’m cooking up next.

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This week we hit 20K followers! 🥳 Hi to all my

This week we hit 20K followers! 🥳

Hi to all my new friends that have joined me 🤗 My name is Speshyl & my passion is food! Here are a few things about me…

• I started my food blog “The Daily Speshyl” (sharing recipes & kitchen tips) in 2018, but I’ve been cooking since I was a kid.

• I graduated from CUNY Hunter College in 2017 with a Bachelors in English Lit. Reading is my other passion/hobby.

• I attended & graduated from the Institute of Culinary Education in July 2021.

• This year I am moving into Personal Chef services, including private dining/dinner parties & in home meal prep. I’ll still be sharing recipes along the way.

• I am a Harry Potter and Beyoncé STAN.

• I watch EVERYTHING. From reality shows like The Bachelor & Selling Sunset, to comedy series like The Office & My Wife and Kids, to musicals like Hamilton & Encanto, and documentaries & thrillers. I’m always looking for new show/movie suggestions.

• Born & raised in New York City.

The explosion of new followers happened rather quickly (I’ve grown from 2,500 at the very end of November, to 20,000+ in the first week of January) & I’m so excited about it! I didn’t do anything differently besides being consistent and letting my posts sit there even if they didn’t perform well. Cooking reels that I made weeks ago randomly started picking up traction in December. So I don’t have any advice on growth besides 1) stay consistent & 2) don’t force content. Post what you love and enjoy, & those who love & enjoy the same things will find you.

Drop a comment below with a fact about you, so we can get to know each other 🤗

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French Toast 3 ways 😋 Recently, I’ve been pla

French Toast 3 ways 😋 Recently, I’ve been playing with different French Toast toppings. My new found love for French Toast had inspired some creativity. Now, I promised myself that this would be my week of rest/my week off from creating content, so the recipes will probably be up next week. Here’s a little preview of the toppings I came up with…

• Honey-Ginger Glazed Pears with Maple Marscapone
• Macerated Strawberries & Cream
• Caramelized Apples with Almonds

What do you like to top your French Toast with?

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12/25 🥳🎈This year of life has been incredibl

12/25 🥳🎈This year of life has been incredible, I can’t wait to see what the next one has in store!

30-Minute Skillet Lasagna. Let’s admit it. We al

30-Minute Skillet Lasagna. Let’s admit it. We all have those days where we come home and want to get dinner on the table asap. If you’re ever craving big flavors of lasagna but don’t have hours to spend making the sauce & the noodles, this recipe is for you!! I use @raoshomemade Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce as a shortcut & cook my pasta directly in the sauce to make this a one pot meal. Recipe is up on the blog, linked in bio ✨

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https://thedailyspeshyl.com/30-minute-skillet-lasagna/

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What are your plans for Christmas dinner this year

What are your plans for Christmas dinner this year? Leave a comment below. If you’re still unsure, may I suggest this beautiful pot roast? 😍

This tender Dutch Oven Braised Pot Roast falls right apart after 3 1/2 hours of cooking. Filled with fresh herbs, beef stock, red wine and vegetables, this one pot meal is sure to impress anyone this holiday season.

Full recipe is on the blog, linked in bio ✨

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thedailyspeshyl.com/dutch-oven-braised-pot-roast/

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This french onion soup has rich flavor from hour l

This french onion soup has rich flavor from hour long caramelized onions, brandy to deglaze the pan, and fresh rosemary and thyme perfumed throughout. Topped with toasted french bread and gruyere cheese, it creates the perfect bite.

Full recipe is linked in my bio!

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thedailyspeshyl.com/french-onion-soup-recipe/

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Creamy Garlic & Herb Mashed Potatoes! I’m curren

Creamy Garlic & Herb Mashed Potatoes! I’m currently in the process of editing this video for you guys, so it’s coming really soon! This is my favorite way to make mashed potatoes & there’s a few tricks that I’ll share to get them this silky, smooth & shiny.

What do you typically serve mashed potatoes with?

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This is a safe space ♥️ Hi to my new followers

This is a safe space ♥️ Hi to my new followers & thank you for joining me on this journey! I post new recipes weekly on my YouTube channel & website (all links in bio), cook a lot on my stories, and share many kitchen hacks & quick tips. If you ever have any questions, I’m always willing to help (to me, there’s no such thing as a “stupid” question, so feel free to ask anything).

To my supporters who have been with me on this food blogging journey over the past 4 years, I see you & I love you! I can never thank you enough 🥰

(The *is* typo on the second slide is driving me crazy, but the message still stands)

My Arroz con Gandules video has officially hit ove

My Arroz con Gandules video has officially hit over 20,000 views on YouTube 🥳 Swipe to see a few testimonials on how people feel about it. If you’ve tried this recipe out, leave a comment below & tell me what you thought of it 🤗

It’s so crazy how something I grew up eating/making & comes so naturally to me, is loved by so many others.

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Thanksgiving is quickly approaching! Do you have y

Thanksgiving is quickly approaching! Do you have your menu set? If not, I have quite a few recipes on my blog that you would enjoy, including:

• 4 Cheese Baked Mac & Cheese (no roux based bechamel sauce needed & no eggs)
• Braised Turkey Wings
• Honey-Brown Butter Mashed Sweet Potatoes
• Arroz con Gandules (rice with pigeon peas)
• Herb Roasted Chicken
• Collard Greens with Smoked Turkey
• Candied Yams
• Cranberry Sauce
• Sweet Potato Pie
• Apple Pie

I’ll link all the recipes in my stories, but you can also go straight to my website @ thedailyspeshyl.com to find them there.

What’s on the menu for your Thanksgiving dinner?

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Homemade apple pie. 🥧 You guys have been asking

Homemade apple pie. 🥧 You guys have been asking for this recipe, so I had to get it to you asap! I use a mix of Granny Smith & Honeycrisp apples, & babyyyyyyy! This is the perfect dessert to put on your thanksgiving table this year. Recipe is on the blog.

www.thedailyspeshyl.com/homemade-apple-pie-recipe/

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chicken pot pie, because let be real, it’s not c

chicken pot pie, because let be real, it’s not comfort food szn without it! I used a rotisserie chicken and shredded the meat, & I used puff pastry for the crust, because I love a flaky crust AND a good hack that’ll get dinner on the table quicker. Recipe is up on the blog along with the video tutorial!

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Apple Cranberry Slab Pie. I made this recipe from

Apple Cranberry Slab Pie. I made this recipe from @sallysbakeblog as a part of her November baking challenge & it was a hit! I’m in a pie crust obsession stage, trying to find one I like best & I think this has been my favorite so far! Idk, something about making pie crust is just so therapeutic to me 🧘🏽‍♀️

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ICYMI: We made chili on my stories the other night

ICYMI: We made chili on my stories the other night! Here’s the full video, showing you how.

Here are also some q&a’s that I got in my dm’s about the recipe:

Q: why are the spices added after the meat is almost browned?
A: spices have a tendency to burn quickly over high heat, and can take on a burnt/bitter flavor. To avoid that, I throw them in after to bloom them in the oil and not leave them for too long over high heat.

Q: I’m allergic to cumin, is there a substitute?
A: yes! Try using coriander in half the amount, if you’re not allergic to that. If you’re allergic to that as well, you can omit it! The chili will still turn out fine.

Q: can I use olive oil instead of vegetable oil for the chili?
A: you can, but olive oil has a lower smoke point than other oils, so you would have to be very careful with watching the temp. Olive oil can burn quickly, so if your open to other neutral oils, such as avocado oil, grapeseed oil, or canola oil, they would all make better options. They all have higher smoke points which is needed to brown the beef.

Q: can chili be frozen? How do you store it?
A: absolutely! I like to let my finished chili cool and then place it into a gallon sized Ziploc, freezer bag. I flatten in out so it can take up minimal space in the freezer, and throw it in there for up to six months! Reheat by thawing and warning it up in a pot.

Do you have any other questions? Feel free to drop a comment below 🤗

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New Recipe 🌟 it’s that season! The temperatur

New Recipe 🌟 it’s that season! The temperatures are dropping & nothing sounds better than a warm bowl of chili. I go a little crazy with the toppings so you’ll find sour cream, cheddar cheese, scallions, cilantro, & Fritos on my bowl of chili. The toppings are completely optional & up to you, so other than that, this is a dairy free recipe (shout out to all my lactose folks!) The recipe link is in my bio (full written version & full @youtube vid) & I’ll be making it tonight on my stories.

Now tell me, what’s your favorite chili toppings?

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The assignment was the 70’s 🕺🏽 Happy Hallo

The assignment was the 70’s 🕺🏽 Happy Halloween!

Happy Sunday! What are you cooking today? How abou

Happy Sunday! What are you cooking today? How about this Pan Seared Chicken Breast with Brandy Pan Sauce 👀 Crispy skin & juicy meat basted with butter, thyme, rosemary, & garlic… it’s what dreams are made of. The full recipe is on the blog now & a whole video tutorial is up on my @youtube channel: The Daily Speshyl.

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On August 19th, I walked into @iceculinary and pic

On August 19th, I walked into @iceculinary and picked up my diploma. Exactly a year later from the date of my first class. I graduated with the highest honors (a 3.92 GPA) & the Most Likely To Succeed Award. Everytime I start to doubt myself or start to feel imposter syndrome, I look at this piece of paper & remember what I achieved in less than a year.

Over the summer I landed an externship at Michelin Starred restaurant, Gramercy Tavern & it was the greatest experience ever. I was lucky enough to work there with my friend & classmate @boy_timmy ,so I never felt uncomfortable or alone. My coworkers/fellow chefs were amazing. They were always willing to teach me & answer any questions I had. They never made me feel out of place.

Working in a restaurant challenged me in so many ways. It taught me how to pace myself, & how to work off of written lists/write everything down instead of just working from my head. Culinary school prepared me a lot to enter the restaurant world, but it’s a whole different ballgame when you actually step in there and get to work. The long hours, standing, prepping, going up and down stairs with 24 quart Cambros filled with water and beans or water & sliced Idaho potatoes for chips💀 I got my first real kitchen injury while slicing potatoes on a mandoline. It was not a pretty sight. IYKYK. I even worked the line for a bit on the seafood station until I injured my hand shucking oysters (I didn’t stab myself, but my hand blew up to twice it’s size & was in so much pain from shucking so many). Nothing prepares you for the toll it takes on the body, but the knowledge you can gain in such a short amount of time makes it worth it. It’s really a one of a kind experience.

I’ve decided to step away from the restaurant world & go into private cheffing and food media/recipe development. Food media has always been my passion, as well as cooking for others. I know I have a long way to go, but I’m happy with the way this journey is beginning ☺️

*the last picture is January 25, 2020, the day I officially enrolled*

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