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Mississippi Stories: Chef, Entrepreneur and Philanthropist Nick Wallace

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4 years ago

July 21, 2021

2021-07-21 05:35:37, 1626863737

In this episode of Mississippi Stores, Mississippi Today Editor-At-Large Marshall Ramsey sits down with Jackson-based chef Nick Wallace.

Nick Wallace learned to associate love and food from his grandmothers. That passion has continued throughout his long career as a chef, entrepreneur and philanthropist. Named best chef in Jackson and Mississippi, Wallace has been featured in many publications (Southern Living Magazine) and episodes for Food Network’s “Chopped” and “Fire Masters.”(which he won.) On July 20, 2021, his latest venture, The Nissan Café opened at Mississippi’s Two Museums. He also has given back through his non-profit Creativity Kitchen. Wallace talks about his life, his career, his philosophy, his passion and his love of Mississippi.

To find out more about Nick, check out his website at nickwallaceculinary.com

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2025-04-18 07:36:00

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2025-04-11 07:37:00

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