This Is TASTE 680: From NBA Dancer to Bad B*tch in the Kitch with Cassie Yeung
Nov 1, 2025
Cassie Yeung is a food content creator and former NBA dancer known for her New York Times Bestseller, 'Bad B*tch in the Kitch'. In this lively discussion, Cassie shares how family recipes transcend language barriers and reveals her passion for approachable Asian cuisine. She talks about her viral TikTok cooking videos, the fun of being a Brooklynette, and her experience singing the national anthem on short notice. Plus, get the inside scoop on her favorite dining spots and the art of creating simple yet addictive recipes like soy-marinated eggs.
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Life As A Brooklynette
- Cassie describes dancing for the Brooklyn Nets and the energy of Barclays Center that made games feel interactive and fun.
- She recalls being paid with $15 food vouchers and often needing spare change for drinks during games.
Singing The National Anthem
- Cassie unexpectedly sang the national anthem at a Nets game after a director heard her singing in the locker room.
- She practiced intensely for about a week and found the experience exhilarating and nerve-wracking.
Approachable Home Cooking
- Cassie positions herself as a casual home cook, not a trained chef, and embraces an approachable, low-pressure cooking style.
- Her videos use minimal gear and emphasize that food connects people across language and cultural gaps.
