Shenarri Freeman's vegan soul food at Cadence has lit up New York City—her rolled, fried lasagna was a classic from day one. Yet her success was unexpected. Freeman left a restaurant job in Times Square during the pandemic and was ready to quit the industry altogether when fate intervened and she got a job which led to a series of life-changing events. Listen in to learn about the power of serendipity, the magic of remedial herbs, and what happens when soul food meets vegan.

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