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Chef Theo Gumbs
A native of the US Virgin Islands , Theo is one of the Caribbean islands most accomplished and charismatic chefs combining a deep love of regional flavours with a passion for world cuisines . It appears that Theo ’ s culinary destiny was written in the stars . While attending Charlotte Amalie High School , he intended to sign up for a carpentry program , but it was full , so he opted for the culinary arts program marking the start of a promising career and the development of his passion for all things food related .
His talent and flair for cooking became apparent during his work at the Charthouse and the Windward Passage Hotel Restaurants . A Ritztrained culinarian , Theo has over 17 years of university focused experience where he has served as the executive chef at Georgia Liberal Arts , Emory University and Morehouse College and as the private chef for chancellors at these prestigious institutions .
A curious entrepreneur , Chef Theo personally manufacturers sauces , marinades , seasoning blends , and vinaigrettes . Theo , along with his dishes , have been featured on several national broadcast stations as Wendy Williams , NBC6 South Florida Today , Canada ’ s CTV , CBS Fox5 Washington , DC ., New York ’ s CW11 Morning Show , News12 Connecticut , and Viacom ’ s Tempo .
Grenada Spiced pork lion with warm sweet potato arugula salad
INGREDIENTS
1lb trimmed pork lion 2tbl kosher salt 1 / 2 tsp BLM pepper 1 tsp Grenada All spice
1oz bark brown sugar 2oz unsalted hold butter 2lb half inch cubed local sweet potato 3 cups fresh baby arugula greens