Story & Lesson Highlights with Simone Reid

Simone Reid shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.

Simone, so good to connect and we’re excited to share your story and insights with our audience. There’s a ton to learn from your story, but let’s start with a warm up before we get into the heart of the interview. What are you most proud of building — that nobody sees?
I’m most proud of the relationships I’ve built with small business owners in the community. In a world that can feel so commercialized, it means a lot to connect with real people and highlight authentic local products. Finding those true gems that make the city special is what I love most.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hello! I’m Simone — a food and events influencer based in Atlanta, Georgia. On my Instagram and TikTok, @eat_monnie, I explore diverse cuisines across the Metro Atlanta area. As an Atlanta native, I’ve had the chance to experience the city’s incredible diversity firsthand, and I love sharing my culinary adventures with my followers. I also feature local events and the occasional travel destination, adding even more flavor and excitement to the mix.

Appreciate your sharing that. Let’s talk about your life, growing up and some of topics and learnings around that. Who were you before the world told you who you had to be?
I’m a creative thinker who’s passionate about capturing and sharing the beauty of the world through my experiences. Even in a world that often pulls you in different directions, I believe it’s important to stay grounded and true to the things you’ve always loved.

Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
Life gets busy, and there are definitely times when food blogging doesn’t always fit in especially since I don’t do it full-time. But over the years, seeing the impact that certain videos have made keeps me going and excited for what’s ahead.

Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? What important truth do very few people agree with you on?
I know not everyone will agree, but it’s blue cheese over ranch on wings for me. The truth is, blue cheese cuts through the flavors in just the right way. It’s been a long-running debate, but I’m here to settle it — blue cheese is the winner when it comes to wings.

Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. Could you give everything your best, even if no one ever praised you for it?
A lot of what I do is for myself it’s not always about praise. It takes discipline to stay consistent and try new things, especially when running a food blog or being an influencer. You have to be able to self-motivate and create because you genuinely enjoy it. The audience won’t always agree with every post, and that’s okay.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://monnie-simone.com/features
• Instagram: Eat_monnie
• Facebook: Eat_monnie
• Other: Tik Tok @Eat_monnie

Image Credits
Eat_monnie