Yendi Phillipps is now a food judge? Well, not exactly. The statuesque model, former Miss Jamaica and television host will appear on the Food Network tonight at eight o' clock where she judges two servings of escoveitched fish. Phillipps dishes the details on her appearance.

What's the show all about?

'Throwdown', with Bobby Flay, is one of the top television shows on the FOOD Network. Bobby Flay is a world renowned chef who owns multiple restaurants in New York City. Someone is secretly selected and they have a bit of a face-off challenge with him. My role on the show was to judge the selected 'throwdown dish', which was escoveitched fish, hence my involvement: Jamaican girl judging Jamaican cuisine.

So, the obvious question is, how good of a cook are you?

Well, the general consensus of my friends and family is that I'm a pretty good cook. I jokingly refer to myself as a "boss chef".

Did you share any local dishes with the host?

We spoke primarily of the dish which was being created, as well as Jamaican flavours and spices.

What's most likely to be on your stove at home?

Ribs, mashed potatoes, baked mac and cheese.

Outside of Jamaican food, which is your favourite?

Definitely Italian.

What's one food you have a weakness for?

Anything sweet.