Host Jamika Pessoa poses with her Crab Stuffed Hush Puppies, or Crush Puppies, as seen on Let's Eat, Season 1.

Host Jamika Pessoa poses with her Crab Stuffed Hush Puppies, or Crush Puppies, as seen on Let's Eat, Season 1.

Photo by: Jason DeCrow

Jason DeCrow

Jamika Pessoa is a chef and caterer to the stars, known for bold twists on traditional dishes, especially those of her Southern and Caribbean heritages. Audiences first met Jamika on Food Network Star where they came to know her innovative style, sassy personality, and inspiring tenacity in the kitchen.Since then she has been featured on Cooking Channel's Donut Showdown, Unique Sweets. Jamika is also a recurring judge on Food Network's upcoming series Ultimate Summer Cook-Off.

Jamika's Recipes

Blue Cheese-Aged Rib-Eye Steak

Butter Cracker "Apple Pie"

Crush Puppies

Classic Cobb Mason Jar Salad

Southwestern Chicken Mason Jar Salad

Cookies and Scream Graveyard Crunch

Mango Mojito Pudding

Chicken Corn Chowder Biscuit Bowls

Linguine with Parmesan Chicken and Artichokes

Main Challenge: Spicy Southern Collard Greens with Sweet Maple Cornbread

Mini Lasagna Roll-ups

Spicy Grilled Pineapple Shortcake

No-Mess Pizza Bread In A Bag

Jack-O'-Lantern Onion Dip

Quick Sausage and Seafood Stew

Parmesan Chicken Fingers and Chicken Piccata

Crispy Egg Noodle-Wrapped Shrimp

Sloppy Joe-Nut

Lemon-Herb Potato and Pasta Mason Jar Salad

Deep-Dish Spaghetti Pizza

Stuffed Grilled Turkey Burger Topped with Grilled Peaches

No-Mess Cinnamon Bread In A Bag

About Jamika

Jamika Pessoa

Jamika Pessoa is a chef and caterer to the stars, known for bold twists on traditional dishes, especially those of her Southern and Caribbean heritages.

Jamika's Show

Let's Eat