Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Ayesha Curry

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Ayesha Curry made an impact.

Ayesha Curry is a Canadian-American businesswoman, chef, restaurateur, and actress. She gained recognition through guest roles in television and film before hosting her own Food Network show, 'Ayesha's Homemade,' starting in 2016. Notably, Curry's culinary career began in 2014 without formal chef training; she initially shared her recipes through YouTube demonstrations.

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2008: Acting Roles in 'Dan's Detour of Life' and 'Love for Sale'

In 2008, Ayesha Curry appeared in the TV movie 'Dan's Detour of Life' and the direct-to-DVD movie 'Love for Sale' while pursuing her acting career in Los Angeles.

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2009: Appearance in 'Underground Street Flippers'

In 2009, Ayesha Curry appeared in the short film 'Underground Street Flippers' as part of her acting career in Los Angeles.

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2011: Started a food blog, then a YouTube channel after her marriage

In 2011, after getting married, Ayesha Curry started a food blog, and then a YouTube channel.

2014: Little Lights of Mine Olive Oil Sales

In 2014, Ayesha Curry's company, Little Lights of Mine, sold its own brand of extra virgin olive oil, donating 10% of proceeds to the charity No Kid Hungry.

2016: Collaboration at The Mina Test Kitchen of International Smoke

In 2016, Ayesha Curry collaborated with chef Michael Mina in The Mina Test Kitchen of International Smoke, a Bay Area pop-up restaurant.

2016: Release of 'The Seasoned Life'

In 2016, Ayesha Curry released her cookbook, 'The Seasoned Life', and often posts instructional cooking videos on her YouTube channel.

April 30, 2017: Premiere of 'Ayesha's Home Kitchen' Season 2

On April 30, 2017, the second season of Ayesha Curry's Food Network show, 'Ayesha's Home Kitchen,' premiered. This season consisted of six episodes.

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September 20, 2017: Named Spokesperson for CoverGirl

On September 20, 2017, Ayesha Curry was named as a spokesperson for CoverGirl, becoming the first spokesperson for the brand who is not an actress or singer.

September 21, 2017: Joins 'The Great American Baking Show'

On September 21, 2017, Ayesha Curry was announced as one of the new hosts of 'The Great American Baking Show' on ABC.

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2017: Start of Homemade Meal-Kit Delivery Service

In 2017, Ayesha Curry started Homemade, a meal-kit delivery service based in Oakland.

July 2019: International Smoke Restaurant Opened in San Diego

In July 2019, Ayesha Curry and Michael Mina opened another location of their International Smoke restaurant at One Paseo in Carmel Valley, San Diego.

July 2019: Launch of 'Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation'

In July 2019, Ayesha Curry and her husband, Stephen Curry, launched the 'Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation' in Oakland, California, to address childhood hunger, education, and safe spaces for children.

April 2020: Launch of Sweet July Brand

In April 2020, Ayesha Curry launched Sweet July, a brand encompassing a lifestyle magazine, brick-and-mortar store, and product line.

September 2020: Launch of Sweet July Productions

In September 2020, Ayesha Curry launched her television and film production company, Sweet July Productions, with a first-look deal at Entertainment One.