She Dropped a Sharpie in the Fryer on Opening Night — and Her Restaurant Became One of New York City’s Best.

Restaurant Influencers
28/10/2025 32 min
She Dropped a Sharpie in the Fryer on Opening Night — and Her Restaurant Became One of New York City’s Best.

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Yara Herrera, chef and partner at Hellbender in Queens in NYC, has earned acclaim from The New York Times, Esquire, and StarChefs. Drawing from her Mexican-American roots and years in some of the country’s toughest kitchens, she’s created a restaurant that celebrates confidence and creativity. 

Listen now to learn about surviving opening night disasters, finding identity through food, and turning pressure into privilege.

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