Ahead of her big night at Taste of the Nation, we sat down with Becky Masson—not just to talk desserts, but to dig into the creative spark behind them, the stories they tell, and why naming them is half the fun.

If you've ever worked in a restaurant, you know what it takes to get food from the kitchen to the table. And the valuable life skills you learn along the way – like the importance of teamwork, good communication, time management and problem solving. This is also the idea behind the PX Project.

This annual event showcases over 70 black-owned restaurants, food trucks, bars, bakeries, and catering businesses, offering special menu items and prices.