Culinary Creativity Captured at A Glance:

Biography
Towanda Bolton aka Chef Tee! today, is known for her vibrant Culinary Artistry. born in the month of September in Philadelphia Pa. (which is how “SAPPHIREZ” was birthed.) Previously known as Tee to her corporate colleagues, she worked for Pitney Bowes Inc, as an Inspector for nearly 20 years until being laid off in 2010 due to the economic recession. Afterwards always admiring her father’s cooking, with him being an assistant Sous Chef for a local restaurant in the 757 area, and mother well established in the nursing sector. Chef Tee showed interest in the creation of food, and with her late father inspiring her to return to school & get the formal training. She went back to school in 2013 & graduated with the prestigious award Magna Cum Laude & Associate of Applied Science Degree majoring in Culinary Arts in 2016, then furthering her education for her Bachelors Degree in Business Management in 2020, all the while being a single mother raising two sons. Chef Tee is known for her savory/ soulful dishes with a twist, and gourmet pastries. She Incorporates love in each dish, creating a mouthwatering experience for all customers & clients near & far.
Always remembering her Motto!
“Quantity is never an Option over Quality”

Take a Look below and witness the branches that supported the ideas before they became a dream /reality along with musical icons that are dear to her! Meanwhile, enjoy some inspirational quotes from the Owner &Musical Greats!

“Chef Tee’s Inspirations”

Sapphire’z Family Tree

Parents

Chef Tee

Siblings

Sons

Nina Simone

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Nina Simone -

I didn’t get interested in music, It was a gift from God. (“Quality food is the gift God gave me”!)

Billie Holiday

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Billie Holiday -

I’ve been told that nobody sings the word “hunger” like I do.
(“I hum when I’m hungry & especially when I’m pleased with my food”!)

Maya Angelou

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Maya Angelou -

My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive, and to do so with passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.
(“Creating food is like I’m an artist with my paint brush & paint on my canvas/ cutting board”! )

BB King

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BB King -

Blues is a tonic for whatever ails you.
(“Sometimes when I have the Blues & to be able to Bake/ Cook! It is therapy to my soul, Now that’s my tonic”!)

Take a Look below and witness the branches that supported the ideas before they became a dream /reality along with musical icons that are dear to her! Meanwhile, enjoy some inspirational quotes from the Owner &Musical Greats!

“Chef Tee’s Inspirations”

Nina Simone

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Nina Simone - Nina Simone -

I didn’t get interested in music, It was a gift from God. (“Quality food is the gift God gave me”!)

Billie Holiday

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Billie Holiday - Billie Holiday -

I’ve been told that nobody sings the word “hunger” like I do.

(“I hum when I’m hungry & especially when I’m pleased with my food”!)

Maya Angelou

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Maya Angelou - Maya Angelou -

My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive, and to do so with passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.

(“Creating food is like I’m an artist with my paint brush & paint on my canvas/ cutting board”! )

BB King

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BB King - BB King -

Blues is a tonic for whatever ails you.

(“Sometimes when I have the Blues & to be able to Bake/ Cook! It is therapy to my soul, Now that’s my tonic”!)

Nina Simone -

Billie Holiday -

Maya Angelou -

My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to *thrive, and to do so with passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.***

BB King -