Spotlight

In the realm of tantalizing flavors and culinary brilliance, there’s one name that’s been setting hearts and kitchens ablaze – Meet Omallys “Omi” Hopper, a Borucia food entrepreneur and content creator known for putting Puerto Rican cuisine on the map, one dish at a time. From the heart of her kitchen to becoming a semi-finalist on FOX’s cooking competition, “Next Level Chef” with Gordon Ramsey, Omi’s story is a testament to the power of food and how the pursuit of passion can transform your life. 

Her journey began during the COVID-19 lockdown. As the world was grappling with uncertainty, Omi found solace in her kitchen by cooking her family’s Puerto Rico dishes and sharing some of the recipes on Instagram. Little did she know, her videos would quickly gain traction. 

In one month, she’d gained over 10K+ followers and began branding herself as “Cooking Con Omi” via TikTok, in addition to Instagram and Facebook. By May 2022, Omi was invited to host a cooking segment on Univision’s morning show, “Despierta America”. 

Fast forward to the present, Omi finished as a semi-finalist on FOX Reality’s cooking competition “Next Level Chef” with celebrity chef Gordon Ramsey, was honored as a “trailblazer” at the National Puerto Rican Day Parade in NYC this past June, led the Puerto Rican Festival Chicago’s People’s Parade, and has garnered close to 1M followers across Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. 

But Omi’s culinary adventure doesn’t just end with participating in TV competitions, receiving accolades, and uploading cooking videos — she’s now an entrepreneur. In addition to selling branded apparel and kitchen accessories, Omi has recently launched her new product, Sofrito Fresquecito – a cooking herb base commonly used in many Latin cuisines, prepared the way her abuela used to make it. 

Omi’s story is a reminder that, with passion and authenticity, we can transform our lives and inspire a movement that resonates far beyond the kitchen.

Step into the world of Stacey — an exceptional sex and dating writer at Goodfeed, who fearlessly unravels the captivating complexities of human sexuality, relationships and queer culture. With each written word, Stacey invites readers on an intimate journey, peeling back the layers of societal norms and embracing the extraordinary. Behind the pseudonym, she meticulously writes to push boundaries, challenge preconceived notions, and ignite transformative conversations.

Drawing from her own personal experiences, Stacey brings authenticity and depth to discussions surrounding polyamory, kink and ethical non-monogamy, encouraging readers to explore the vast spectrum of love and desire without fear of judgment or limitations. When she isn’t immersed in her craft, Stacey finds solace and joy in the company of her wonderful partners. Together, they embark on culinary adventures and explore a variety of delicious pescatarian and plant-based recipes. She also enjoys Los Angeles local craft beers with her dog, working out, and daydreaming about her next weekend trip to Palm Springs. 

When it comes to describing Alicia Gooding, there’s one phrase that immediately comes to mind — unstoppable force. As an entertainment publicist and music industry executive, Gooding is constantly pushing boundaries of what’s possible, pursuing her goals, and going above and beyond for her clients. Her fierce determination and unrelenting drive have earned her the reputation as the epitome of a go-getter. 

Throughout her career, Gooding has explored a plethora of avenues in the entertainment industry — from launching her own brand management and PR agency C.O.D.E to joining the cast of BET’s reality TV show “Hustle in Brooklyn” to joining Breakr, a platform where artists, creators and brands can connect directly with influencers to create movements, as Head of Label Services. Always on the move, it’s no surprise that Gooding has expanded her reach into the podcasting world. 

Gooding has teamed up with Hero Media, a 100% Black-owned and certified media and technology company, to launch a dynamic video podcast called “Breakthrough” exclusively on the Goodfeed platform.  This podcast aims to shed light on the challenges that women face when trying to break in and break through glass ceilings in the entertainment industry. On this podcast show, Alicia will interview female industry executives, celebrities and entrepreneurs, discussing topics like having the right team, representation and other tips female artists and aspiring professionals need to know when getting in the industry. 

With her extensive experience in the entertainment world, combined with her undeniable passion and colorful energy, Gooding makes the perfect host for this groundbreaking series. Through “Breakthrough”, she’ll not only make an impact on the industry itself but also pave the way for aspiring female artists and professionals to succeed.