Simone Bridges

she created the ExS.T.R.E.A.M. Baking Program, and shortly after the ExS.T.R.E.A.M. Baking Subscription Boxes came into existence. They are monthly subscription boxes in which she infuses baking and cooking with Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics.

As a motivational speaker and author, Simone has spoken to audiences of all ages about STEM/STREAM, the recipe behind her success, her appreciation for food, and entrepreneurship. She has been the keynote speaker for Girlz Rock of Ft. Wayne, Indiana and has served on several panels. In the summer of 2017, Chef Simone expanded her skills into writing about her love for unique foods. She became a junior chef columnist for Afrik Kalabash Magazine devoted to celebrating the uniqueness of African taste. Later, she released The Science Behind It: Formulating Success at Any Age to show kids that they can do anything. Chef Simone is currently working on her very first cookbook, which will release in early 2019.

Although, she’s only 12 years old, she has already begun to build a strong culinary resume. Simone is the youngest winner in the 7 year history of the Taste of Black Competition. She has been featured on the cover of Inspiring Magazine, River City Live, and she has participated in major food festivals. Chef Simone is also a part of Lebron James’ Always Believe campaign and can be seen on any given day on Trinity Baptist Network. Way to Go, Chef! This Pastry Princess has stated that her vision is to inspire other young kids around the world to Never Give Up and to Think STREAM Big. Ultimately, her goal is to continue sharing her love of baking and science, and to one day establish a foundation with the main focus of empowering and growing kid entrepreneurs.