I’m Reena Sharma Ramlakhan—proudly known as Chef SweetLadyR—chef, mother, and entrepreneur based in Bayonne, NJ. My culinary journey began in my mother’s kitchen in Jersey City, where I watched her transform simple ingredients into meals that brought comfort, joy, and a sense of belonging to everyone she welcomed at her table. Through her, I learned that food is not just nourishment—it’s love, legacy, and the heartbeat of a family.

Losing my mother at the age of 20 it changed my world forever. Overnight, I became a caretaker to my younger sisters, and the kitchen became my sanctuary. Cooking was how I healed, how I kept her memory alive, and how I found the strength to lead my family through life’s hardest moments. Every dish I prepare is a tribute to her spirit and the traditions she instilled in me.

My passion for the culinary arts deepened as I earned my degree in Culinary Arts and began my professional journey at Liberty House Restaurant . There, I gained invaluable experience in fine dining, large-scale catering, and the art of menu creation under the guidance of remarkable mentors. Later, I expanded into corporate dining, mastering the intricacies of kitchen operations and learning how to create balanced, innovative menus for diverse palates and needs.