Renowned vegan chef Makini Howell credits Stevie Wonder for shaping her culinary career during his 2014 and 2015 tour, where she served as his personal chef. Cooking everything from breakfast to snacks for Wonder, Howell honed her skills and learned the art of creating varied and satisfying meals daily. This experience led Howell to become an acclaimed cookbook author and open her own tofu company in Seattle, offering a range of vegan products inspired by her time on tour with the musical icon.

Wonder's diverse diet on tour allowed Howell to experiment with tofu bacon and other plant-based dishes, showcasing her ability to create flavorful and wholesome meals. With Wonder praising her cooking in the foreword of her cookbook, Howell's culinary expertise has garnered recognition and continues to influence the vegan food scene in Seattle. Today, you can taste Howell's creations through her tofu brand, Makini's, which offers a variety of vegan products that have been endorsed by the legendary musician.