David "Chef Fig" Figueroa @cheffigofficial

David “Chef Fig” Figueroa is the Co-Founder and President of Melinda’s, the family-run craft sauce company behind 41+ award-winning pepper sauces, condiments, and jellies. A New Orleans native with Belizean roots, Chef Fig brings a flavor-first philosophy to grilling, open-fire cooking, and global cuisine. As a pitmaster, entrepreneur, and culinary storyteller, he’s been featured in Food & Wine, The Takeout, Chowhound, and more. From backyard barbecues to big-league partnerships, Chef Fig lives by the mantra Set Your Mouth on Flavor, delivering flavor-forward fire every time.