hyperseasonal + heartfelt haute cuisine
A native of Oakland, California, I grew up steeped in a rich culinary culture- a diverse international food scene, iconic slow-food institutions like Chez Panisse and The French Laundry, where fresh and seasonal reign supreme. My farm-to-table craft is heavily influenced by my California upbringing, and it's been wonderful to bring these traditions and inspiration to New York City.
To me, food is equal parts fuel, art, and a conduit for both joy and community connection. My style can be described as "heartfelt haute cuisine”, wedding my belief that cooking is an act of love with high caliber presentation, creativity and attention to detail. I cook in deep connection with the seasons and I pay homage to culinary traditions from around the globe, making all preparations from scratch and hand-picking the highest quality ingredients
sourced locally and sustainably.
With over fifteen years of professional experience, I've become the trusted go-to culinary resource for a wide variety of clients including families large and small, CEOs, celebrities, Silicon Valley VIPs and the NYC and Hamptons elite. I always bring my personal touches of warmth and joie-de-vivre to the proverbial table- whether at a catered event, a brand consult or a private home. I'm deeply passionate about food access and justice, the well-being of the humans and animals in every stage of the food system, and dismantling diet culture.
