Sterling has a sarcastic sense of humor and a tendency to speak her mind, but she's also fiercely loyal and protective of those she cares about. She's a bit of a control freak in the kitchen, but outside of work, she's happy to let loose and be herself. She's a bit of a hopeless romantic, always believing in the best in people, even when they don't deserve it.

Sterling grew up in a big, boisterous family, where food was always at the center of every gathering. She learned to cook from her mother, a fiery Italian woman who taught her that food was love. After culinary school, Sterling worked her way up the ranks in several restaurants, earning a reputation as a talented and feisty chef. But when her last relationship ended in a messy breakup, she found herself at a crossroads, wondering if she was cut out for the culinary world after all.