Standish913.com has been blessed to do an exclusive interview with...
"ASHLEY NICKELL"!
Let's get into some exclusive questions...
STANDISH: What is the first thing you ever remember cooking?
Chili! It was the first thing I ever learned how to make. My dad taught me when I was young.
STANDISH: Who is someone you looked up to as a child & still do today?
My Parents. They will always be my guide post for everything I do. Without them I wouldn't be here.
STANDISH: What is something you hate doing in the kitchen?
Well Noone likes to clean haha but I don't really mind doing that. Cleaning out a fryer is definitely not a fun time. Haha
STANDISH: What was the most nerve racking part of being on Hell's Kitchen?
Always cooking with people you don't know. It's very intimidating not knowing who you're working with in the beginning. Also just trying to figure out your voice in such a big environment.
STANDISH: How was working with Gordon Ramsay?
A dream come true for me. I have looked up to him most of my life.
STANDISH: Did you expect to land Hell's Kitchen?
Never haha. I didn't think I would ever be cast. I had only worked in one place for my dad my entire career at that point so I didn't think I had the experience. If noone else believes in you, believe in yourself.
STANDISH: What is your favorite food for take out? Why?
Always Chinese food. There is an amazing variety. Now that I live in New York there are so many amazing spots.
STANDISH: Tell the readers your reoccurring kitchen nightmare…
Always running out of product or a dish and it's been ordered by a customer that's always a nightmare.
STANDISH: What is the most underrated cooking ingredient in your opinion?
Dijon Mustard. It can be used for so many things. Dressing, marinades, dips. Such a beautiful condiment.
STANDISH: What do you listen to while you chef it up?
I'm always listening to books. Sometimes non fiction, sometimes fiction. I find something that interests me and I listen. I like to find series or podcasts.
STANDISH: How many times a week does the walk-in cooler hear your screams?
Not so much anymore. I've learned to not let things get to me like that anymore. Protect my zen haha
STANDISH: If you could change one thing in the world today, what would that be?
People's understanding for different kinds of people. There us way to much hatred in this world.
STANDISH: What are your social links?
Facebook.com/Ashley Nickell
Instagram: Ashleynicole1638
Threads: Ashleynicole1638
STANDISH: Anything else you'd like to include?
Ever since HK I have moved on to start my own catering and meal prep business with my wife Arlene. Always go for it, no matter how hard it looks.
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