enjoy life and get the most out of it . I think it is imperative to always be grateful , and to always give more than you have receive , be it big or small . That being said I also think giving back means being kind , thoughtful , compassionate and a wellrounded human being in general , one that gives back to society , the economy and also The Lord .
From your Food Network show “ Siba ’ s Table ” to culinary game show “ Chopped ” then your best seller “ My Table ”, your upward trajectory has been very impressive . What ’ s Siba currently cooking up ?
Oh thank you ! The successes have been a culmination of absolute determination , an undying passion and education and skill set to back it , I am extremely proud of my achievements because I have worked so hard to get there . What ’ s next ... mmmmm . Well let ’ s just say that when my fans speak , I listen . My company , The Siba Co , has some excitement projects underway , let ’ s just say that fans can expect my name to pop up in some unexpected places in the next year , potential exciting partnerships , with beautiful passionate brands are in the pipeline , a potentially life changing CSI initiative , and a little something for my smaller fans too , we can ’ t let the adults have all the fun can we .
Oh wow my mama could cook using simple everyday ingredients and knew how to stretch those meals for our big family . She is older now and it ’ s the family around her that does the most cooking . I learnt so much from her , especially our traditional food and using same ingredients for different meals . Whenever she is around for a visit or when I visit home , I ask her to cook for that taste that takes me back to my childhood days . Funny thing is that she in turn wants my more modern take on food . So we do treat each other .
“ Each recipe has just a few simple steps , with a couple of accessible ingredients , but each is created with love and care .
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Beyond culinary school , you also learnt to cook from your mom . What meal ( s ) do you look forward to when she cooks ? Your Biggest Pet Peeve ?
I am a pretty easy-going person , who doesn ’ t let much get to her , buuuuuut I cannot stand bad service in a restaurant as that has potential to make even the best food taste bad because of that experience .
Your Best Fitness Tip ( s )
I am a busy mom on the go , so I need to make sure that whatever it is that I do , I take care of myself . I love our door exercise and jogging being my favourite . I try to start my day , with at least 30-45 minutes of exercise , some days are gentler than others . I like to get the body moving while the house is quiet and my little people are in dreamland . For convenience purposes , I got myself a treadmill and an elliptical trainer that combine with skipping is my absolute go to . When I am on the road , I try pop down to the hotel gym for a quick twenty minute run or cycle . It ’ s all about the balance !
Favourite ingredient ( s )?
Garlic and ginger . I almost use them in everything I make , I adore their bold flavours .
What Holiday Destination is Currently on Your Mind ?
Australia is right at the top of my bucket list . It has been on my radar for some time , and I actually am looking to visit in May . There are some very interesting trends flowing from the Australian shores at the moment , these trends are moving across continents and their impact on the foodie world has been phenomenal . I want to go see what the buzz is , what they eat , how they eat , and where all this inspiration is coming from . Then a big family vacation either in Mombasa Kenya or somewhere in Africa , if not then an island in Thailand or Disneyland in LA . I want to treat my kids to great travelling adventure far from home .
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