If you’ve watched even ten seconds of TV this year, you’ve likely seen Natalie Young. An award-winning Las Vegas chef and flourishing restaurant owner, Young has become one of the key faces of American Express’ “Journey Never Stops” spots, which highlight individuals who have defeated underdog odds to achieve triumph in their respective careers and professions. Alongside such esteemed luminaries as Aretha Franklin, Mindy Kaling, and GoPro founder Nick Woodman, it is Young’s success story that has resonated deepest of all. Read more on Tribeca… read more Search for: Recent Posts Epi ..read more

First things first: no, Las Vegas doesn’t begin and end with its infamous Strip. Enticing, casino-packed, and neon-lit as it may be, the Strip is only one part of this city’s urban buzz. And for those looking to explore a different side of Sin City, there’s never been a better time to visit. Take Downtown Las Vegas. Found northeast of the Strip, the area is host to a flourishing Arts District, has seen the launch of many leading restaurants, and has established itself as a new cultural nexus in Vegas. And then there’s the North Strip, which, after years of being considered a ..read more

For hungry Las Vegans who can’t get enough to eat at Eat, Chef Natalie Young is putting a new entrée on the downtown restaurant menu: a nighttime concept called Chow. “I really enjoy the creative aspect of opening restaurants…I love designing the space and the menu, and I love giving people jobs,” says the experienced chef. Her new dining space, planned for sometime later this year, will be another chance for the community to come and really connect, but at night. What drove her decision she says are the people who keep saying the success of Eat is an anomaly.  “I’ll figure that out wi ..read more

A MUST HEAR for all business owners, entrepreneurs, and restaurant managers. Chef Nat explains how success is measured in happiness, and not through your bank account. “ The Better I do the more I can help people… The more I can help the community… The more I can give… The more I can spread the LOVE. Kids and dogs don’t have a choice.” With a surprise visit from Chef Nat and Angie’s friend, Nina Nicole, the topic of second chances gets heavy with “expectations” being called out as “instant resentment”. Search for: Recent Posts Episode 4 – Do Well So You Can Do More Good Episode 3 – Speak Yo ..read more

Natalie Young on her struggles and her journey to rebuild her life, her confidence, and a successful restaurant, Eat, in downtown Las Vegas. read more Search for: Recent Posts Episode 4 – Do Well So You Can Do More Good Episode 3 – Speak Your Truth Episode 2 – Be Brave Enough to Start a Conversation That Matters Episode 1 – Grind Before you shine Trailer – Sh*t Chef Says Recent Comments The Best Breakfast Spots in Downtown VegasEat on Chef Natalie’s Journey: Rock Bottom to RestaurateurAmerican Express The Downtown Monoculture ProblemBankers Anonymous on Chef Natalie’s Journey: Rock B ..read more

REAL TALK – Chef Nat, Angie, and featured guest, Valerie Stunning of Paradise City Creamery talk about doing the best you can with what you have. Besides what’s happening from the outside in, don’t be afraid to talk about from the inside out. We don’t have control on how people come at us, but we have control on how we handle people coming at us. Learning hard lessons on starting a business – Mistakes are expensive, but how do you use those mistakes to your advantage… Search for: Recent Posts Episode 4 – Do Well So You Can Do More Good Episode 3 – Speak Your Truth Episode 2 – Be Brave Enoug ..read more

Be thoughtful about what you say but also speak your truth. A lot of the times we are so afraid to just tell people how we really feel and what’s really going on with us when at the end of the day the only way we’re going to get to where we want to go is by sharing our truth. There’s a lot of judgement in the world. If we walk around being paralyzed by what other people think of us then nothing would ever get done. How does this balance out professionally and personally? Chef Nat’s introvert side answers. “Do the next right thing. Be human. Search for: Recent Posts Episode 4 – Do Wel ..read more

Grind Before you shine. Search for: Recent Posts Episode 4 – Do Well So You Can Do More Good Episode 3 – Speak Your Truth Episode 2 – Be Brave Enough to Start a Conversation That Matters Episode 1 – Grind Before you shine Trailer – Sh*t Chef Says Recent Comments The Best Breakfast Spots in Downtown VegasEat on Chef Natalie’s Journey: Rock Bottom to RestaurateurAmerican Express The Downtown Monoculture ProblemBankers Anonymous on Chef Natalie’s Journey: Rock Bottom to RestaurateurAmerican Express Grace on Chef Natalie’s Journey: Rock Bottom to RestaurateurAmerican Express Joy beach on C ..read more

Search for: Recent Posts Episode 4 – Do Well So You Can Do More Good Episode 3 – Speak Your Truth Episode 2 – Be Brave Enough to Start a Conversation That Matters Episode 1 – Grind Before you shine Trailer – Sh*t Chef Says Recent Comments The Best Breakfast Spots in Downtown VegasEat on Chef Natalie’s Journey: Rock Bottom to RestaurateurAmerican Express The Downtown Monoculture ProblemBankers Anonymous on Chef Natalie’s Journey: Rock Bottom to RestaurateurAmerican Express Grace on Chef Natalie’s Journey: Rock Bottom to RestaurateurAmerican Express Joy beach on Chef Natalie’s Journey: Rock ..read more

  Why are you involved in Core Academy? I am involved in Core Academy because I think it is essential to give back to the community. I have a very blessed existence on this planet and it is my responsibility and honor to share it with other people. Especially, with people that remind me of myself. Even though I may not have had as rough a beginning as some, emotionally I had a rough beginning, and I think it is really important to let like minded people with similar experiences know that the opportunities in life are available to everyone. You just have to decide what’s most important ..read more