Born Lamar Bilal Farooq, Bilal is originally from Detroit, MI. He graduated from Hunters Lane High School here in Nashville, TN. He decided to go into the culinary industry because he takes pride in the nutritious values of food. In high school, he had the opportunity to be a part of an amazing culinary program that led to his love of being in the kitchen. He hopes to one day have a nonprofit of his own that engages in the lives of youth ages 15-26 and helps them navigate through the walks of life. One of his favorite quotes is, “love and be loved!” If you show love, love will be given in return! He has always strived to be a blessing in the lives of the people/community around him. Working at the Food Project is an extension of that and he believes it will enable him to gain the resources he needs to be a leader in bettering our community, by serving meals to touch the hearts of others. His favorite things to do are singing and being some type of motivation to others.