OoOTie's Bow Tie Lover in the Flesh Part One: Phil!

OoOTie's Bow Tie Lover in the Flesh Part One: Phil!

Meet Phil, a.k.a. rapper, PhillyFresco. A young film student who's heart has many loves including music, cooking, bow ties, and film, Phil lets his creativity run wild into multiple directions that could even pressure Tyler, The Creator into a stage name change. When Phil's not laying down a track in his spare time, you might find him either behind the grill as a result of his foodie upbringing, or experimenting with lighting and angles while in front of the camera. What's also clear about this artistic multitasker is that he constantly aspires to keep it fresh and creative when it comes to both his wardrobe and bow tie of choice.


Describe your style in two words.
Confused but confident. 

Favorite celebrity bow tie wearer?
Humphrey Bogart. 

 Are bow ties the centerpiece or icing to a look?
I would say that bow ties are the icing to a look like sneakers. Sneakers and bow ties both help tie a look together. No pun
intended.
 


 What would you say to people on the fence about wearing bow ties?
I would tell them to stop wearing their fat tie and put on a skinny or bow tie! Stop with their Marshall's swag and put on something fun and quirky!

Would you describe bow ties as a classic wardrobe staple, or are they now becoming more like a fashion comeback?
I would describe bow ties as part of a classic style. They'll always be classic. I think there will always be someone wearing a bow tie.


 








 

Favorite OoOTie bow tie?
I really like the flamingo bow tie and the classic paisley.

 What got you into cooking?
Being around my mom was outrageous. She was just cooking all the time and it kind of stuck.

Would you consider yourself a "foodie?"
I'm a wannabe foodie. I'm still mastering my cooking and mixology skills.

 
What would be included in your ideal "last supper?"
Definitely artichokes and mussels. 


Describe your cooking style and the food that you make. What differentiates it from others? What do you want people to say when they taste your food?
I really like cooking Mediterranean and Italian food. Just anything with strong flavors and spice. I don't necessarily want them to say anything. I just want to see smiles and make people happy with what I've made.


 









What famous chef's cooking would you love to try? Why?
I'd definitely want to try Marcus Samuelsson's food. I think his French and Swedish influences are a really unique combination and is something I'd be interested in trying. His food just seems so awesome and elegant at the same time.

What do you think of the Boston/Cambridge food scene?
I think it's pretty awesome! I like Boston food-wise because it has this edgy feel to it, but at the same time, within this urban city there's these finer restaurants. So I like how you have this play going on both within and outside of the restaurant between the classiness of the place and the edginess of the city.

Stay Tuned for Part Two of Phil's Interview Coming Soon!!!!!!