Today we’d like to introduce you to Tyshaniek White.
Hi Tyshaniek, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
Creativity has always been a part of who I am. I started singing at four years old, writing songs at six, and designing clothes at ten. Although I went on to study HR in college, my creative passions never went away.
In the summer of 2013, I launched my blog, Styledtoatea, as an outlet for my creativity. That December, I found out I was expecting a child and landed an opportunity to work backstage during New York Fashion Week through the CFDA. Those experiences helped me realize that I could create opportunities for myself regardless of the situation that I was in.
I’ve always been a content creator, even before social media evolved into what we know today. I was sharing my life, meals I cooked, and restaurant experiences long before short-form video became such a powerful storytelling tool. My family and I have always enjoyed traveling for food, so during the pandemic, I started recording our restaurant visits simply for fun.
As video content evolved, I realized I could contribute to the growing food and hospitality creator space in a more intentional way. I began focusing on capturing not just the food, but the atmosphere, details, and overall experience that make a place worth visiting. Over time, that passion developed into the work I do today as a lifestyle creator and visual storyteller, partnering with restaurants, hotels, brands and showcasing those experiences to my audience.
What I’m most proud of is my ability to communicate through creativity. For me, content creation is about more than showing people where I’ve been. It’s about telling a story that makes someone feel connected to an experience and inspires them to discover it for themselves. I’m grateful that something I’ve always loved has grown into a career that allows me to connect with people, support businesses, and continue creating on my own terms.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It hasn’t been a smooth road, but it has been rewarding. To be honest, nothing worth having is ever easy to attain. Over the years, I’ve battled personal issues, including challenges within my extended family, that could have thrown me off my path, but I kept going because I knew there was a bigger picture.
For me, that bigger picture is showing my children, and anyone looking for inspiration, that your mind is as big as this universe. As long as you can dream it, you can create it for yourself.
Most of my struggles have come from imposter syndrome. When you’ve been raised to be humble, sometimes you don’t realize how crippling humility can be. I could be working incredibly hard and accomplishing things I once dreamed of, yet still feel like my work was mediocre.
I had to get out of that mindset of doubt and take a step back to look at everything I had already accomplished. I had to remind myself that I was capable, that my creativity had value, and that I could literally do anything I set my mind to.
I’m still growing, but one of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is that humility and believing in yourself can coexist. You can remain grounded while acknowledging your gifts, celebrating your accomplishments, and giving yourself credit for how far you’ve come.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I’m a Philadelphia-based lifestyle creator and visual storyteller specializing in food, hospitality, and experiences. Through my platform, Styledtoatea, I create content that introduces my audience to restaurants, hotels, destinations, and experiences worth discovering. My journey began with blogging in 2013, and over the years, I’ve evolved alongside the digital landscape, expanding into short-form video and building relationships with brands across hospitality, lifestyle, and entertainment.
What I love most about what I do is the ability to communicate through creativity. I’m passionate about capturing more than just a beautiful dish or location. I want to convey the atmosphere, details, and overall feeling of an experience in a way that connects with people. Whether I’m highlighting a hidden gem in Philadelphia or showcasing a hospitality destination, my goal is to create content that feels intentional.
I’m most proud of how I’ve turned a lifelong passion for creativity into a career that allows me to connect with people, support businesses, and create opportunities for myself. What sets me apart is my background in storytelling and my ability to approach content with both a creative and strategic perspective. I understand that great content should not only capture attention but also communicate the value of an experience.
How can people work with you, collaborate with you or support you?
The best way to support my work is by engaging with and sharing my content, recommending me for opportunities, and connecting me with brands and businesses looking to collaborate with creators.
I’m looking to expand my network and build relationships that lead to meaningful opportunities across food, hospitality, travel, sports, and entertainment, including paid brand partnerships, event coverage, and creative campaigns.
For business inquiries, collaboration opportunities, or referrals, please email hello@styledtoatea.com.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.styledtoatea.com
- Instagram: https://Instagram.com/styledtoatea
Image Credits
Photos: Tyshaniek White / Styledtoatea; final photo: Anneliese Horowitz, courtesy of Paper Magazine.
