NelSazón
Yo what’s up guys it’s me Chef NelSazon and yes I’m finally back on here after a long break. And you guessed it, I love to cook. My name is Nel and since I have a lot of flavor, I added Sazón to my name because sazón means seasoning in Spanish. If you’ve been following me for a while, you probably remember that I first started this website when I was just 13 years old. Back then, it was just a place to share my early love for cooking and the flavors that inspired me. A lot has changed since then — and so have I. I decided to become a chef when I was 9 years old. My love of cooking came from my love of eating all types of food from different cultures. My cultural background is Dominican, Filipino and Black American. So, naturally I love Spanish cooking, Asian Cuisine and Southern Soul Food. Since I’m a child foodie of Elite Yelper parents my young palate was opened to many different cultures outside of my background and I love learning to cook what I eat. I begged my parents to help me start a YouTube Cooking channel since I was 9, but they were very protective. Well, I set up my own YouTube account and once they realized I was serious they gave in. I initially learned how to cook at home with my parents, then they enrolled me in Summer Culinary Camps. There I learned certain skills and techniques that I am still learning to perfect.
Over the past few years, I’ve been on an incredible journey. I spent two unforgettable years living in Panama, fully immersed in the culture, the people, and of course — the food. Panama taught me more than recipes; it taught me how powerful food can be in bringing people together. From open-air markets to family kitchens, I experienced flavors and techniques that deepened my passion for culinary arts. And the one thing that happened to me in Panama is that I became fluent in Spanish.
At the same time, I’ve been busy with college, learning, growing, and sharpening my craft — both inside and outside of the classroom. Balancing studies with everything else hasn’t always been easy, but it’s been worth it. Every challenge has helped shape me into the chef and creator I am today. I am currently in College at Pensacola State College to Study culinary and I’m 20 Years old now. I used to play the trumpet in Band. I love the beach, hanging outdoors, traveling, and my favorite thing to do in life is EAT.
While this website sat quietly for a few years, one thing that never went quiet was my YouTube channel. That’s where I’ve been sharing my energy, my recipes, my story, and connecting with people who love flavor just as much as I do. Staying consistent there has helped me grow not just as a content creator but as a chef who’s proud of where he came from.
Now, I’m bringing that same energy back to this website. Expect new recipes, cooking tips, personal stories, and maybe a few surprises along the way. This isn’t just a comeback — it’s a new beginning.
If you’ve been here since the early days, thank you for sticking around. If you’re new, welcome to the family. This is just the start of something bigger.
I started this website and my YouTube channel to review and cook foods I love to eat. Join me on my food journey and I’ll show you how easy and fun cooking can be.
