Growing up in a family of 10 siblings, there was never a dull moment in the Williams' household. With so many mouths to feed in a low-income household, she was expected to financially provide for herself, while also being responsible for watching over her younger siblings, nieces, and nephews. She first discovered her interest in cooking when she made breakfast for her big family every weekend. After interning at a vegan restaurant, Lalaina enrolled in an Urban Agroecology class at her school. Either as a cook or a farmer, she wants to continue to be a part of the farm-to-table movement!