Melissa Cookston

Melissa Cookston is an American chef and author. She is the chef/owner of two restaurants, the author of two cookbooks, and a seven-time world American barbecue champion.

Quotes

• I will tell you this, there is nothing more rewarding than seeing children winning awards and seeing the boost in confidence they get
• We’re for all kids, but we make a point of trying to appeal to those with special needs, and not everyone is an athlete either. But everyone can learn how to barbecue.
• They think they’re learning about barbecue, but it’s life skills, it’s a work ethic. It’s more than barbecue.
  • A legend takes a curtain call: Melissa Cookston hangs up her barbecue fork Daily Memphian, 20 May 2023 by Jennifer Biggs

External Links

• Melissa Cookston at IMDb
• Official website