Sebastian Wilson is doing wonders in the pizza business. The Brooklyn native, who is just 11 years old, is bringing a Caribbean flair to the Flatbush neighborhood’s culinary scene with Sebastian’s Spices and Slices , his new pizza place.
Wilson’s restaurant, which aims to celebrate Caribbean culture, not only delivers outstanding cuisine but also pays tribute to Trinidad and Grenada , where his mother and stepfather come from.
His mother, Natalie, told News12 Brooklyn , “He lives in a house where we cook oxtail, make curry shrimp and stew chicken.”
“I always try to show him creative ways to play with our food,” she said, explaining why Sebastian’s Spices and Slices has toppings like oxtail, shrimp and even breadfruit.
“I think it can teach a sense of responsibility, discipline, money management, and time management,” she said of the business.
The 11-year-old is gaining experience from his parents, who are business owners and inspired him to launch his own company. They believe that educating him about the business now is critical for long-term success.