
On May 1, culinary talents collided on Living Local DMV as Food & Friends Executive Chef Rasheed Abdurrahman and Chef Yuan Tang of the acclaimed Rooster & Owl appeared on DC News Now to dish about Chef’s Best 2025! Chef Rasheed shared how Food & Friends transforms lives across the DMV by delivering nourishing, medically tailored meals to those battling serious illnesses. Meanwhile, Chef Tang, this year’s passionate Chef Chair, revealed what inspired him to step up, give back, and rally the culinary community for this powerful cause.
Catch their full interview below—you won’t want to miss it!

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