ideaHUb Innovators Podcast | Acqullia Bailey, Quilla’s Catering

In this episode, I’m joined by Acqullia A. Bailey, award-winning chef and founder of Quilla’s Catering, Inc.—a full-service catering company that’s been serving the tri-state area with heart and flavor for over 30 years.From soulful Caribbean dishes to elegant event planning, Acqullia has built a brand that feeds both the body and the community. Her story is one of resilience, service, and culinary excellence.🎧 Tune in for a deliciously inspiring conversation!About AcqulliaAcqullia A. Bailey, married to Everton Bailey; mother to daughters Sabra and Evera Bailey. Acqullia is a graduate of the New York Restaurant School, completing courses in Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management. She is also the chef and owner of Quilla’s Catering, Inc., a full-service, home-based catering company located on Long Island, New York, successfully serving the tri-state area for 31 years! Quilla’s Catering, Inc. is a Certified New York State Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprise- 2015.(“MWBE”)Quilla’s Catering, Inc. prides itself in providing tantalizing and delicious appetizers, entrees, and desserts, featuring traditional Caribbean and Soul Food dishes, along with offering event planning consultation and services, for any occasion, to numerous churches, organizations, businesses, schools, universities, and private individuals.Clients include Hempstead Union Free School District (MBK), Epiphany Blue, JP Morgan Chase, Molloy College, United Way L.I, LIAACC, NYC MTA, Stony Brook University, Town of Oyster Bay Gap Program, and many more.“WE BRING THE PERSONAL TOUCH TO ANY AFFAIR WITH AS MUCH FLAIR AS YOU DARE!”Acqullia received the First Place Prize Award ($2,500) of Hofstra University’sEntrepreneurial Assistance Program’s Spring 2018 Capital One Bank Business Plan Competition. Acqullia was a cooking instructor at the ABGS Middle School, Hempstead, NY, for the Empire State Grant’s MBK Afterschool Program 2018-2020. Also, former President of the Hempstead Chamber of Commerce, 2017-2019. Acqullia was “Chef” at Sam’s Caribbean Marketplace and answered food questions at “Ask Quilla,” a food advice link on the website: www.Sams24-7.com.Acqullia was featured in Hempstead Living’s Spring 2012 edition article entitled “Quilla’s Catering Gets a New Heart and Second Chance.” Acqullia was a volunteer cooking instructor at the Hempstead Boys and Girls Club and Family and Children’s Association. Promise Project (VHI) After School Prog. and SummerCamp, 2008-2015. Acqullia catered a private luncheon for Governor David A. Patterson and Family in 2008. Acqullia was featured in Newsday’s “Who’s Cooking” food column dated April 22, 2007, and Newsday’s food section article entitled “Chef’s Soul Food Picnic” dated July 4, 2007. In 2002, Quilla’s Catering hosted a lavish “Culinary Sampling Presentation” highlighting event venue decorating and food garnishing flair. Acqullia was featured on FOX TV’s Good Day New York’s “Women Who Work From Home” segment in 1998. In 1996, Acqullia provided craft services for the “Damon Wayans HBO Special”. Acqullia has conducted “LIVE” food demonstrations at the Hempstead Public Library and the Baldwin Public Library featuring “Healthy and Delicious” recipes, Caribbean Fare, Soul Food Dishes, Fresh Fruit Flower Arrangements, Simple Chicken Dishes, and more.