Hometown
Long Island, NY
Chef Bio
Food has been my passion for as long as I can remember! I spent a lot of my childhood helping my mom in the kitchen experimenting with flavors and learning the magic of cooking. By age sixteen, I was working as a busser soaking in the energy of a busy restaurant.
Instead of following my culinary dreams, I took a detour and instead went to college to study accounting. I received a Bachelor of Science and cruised through a successful five-year sales career. Despite my successes, I always felt I was meant for something more and decided to pursue my true calling in the restaurant world.
I kicked things off as a server in Charleston, SC before moving to San Diego, where I worked my way up to General Manager at Knotty Barrel. Along the way, I enrolled at the Institute of Culinary Education and gained experience working at Michelin-starred Gramercy Tavern in NYC, Trust and as Sous Chef at Sandpiper Wood Fired Grill & Oysters. By December 2024, I was ready to break free from the traditional kitchen grind and launched my own personal chef and catering company.
Now, I’m thrilled to be working with Big City Chefs offering catering, cooking classes and more! Whether you’re looking for an unforgettable meal or a hands-on cooking experience, I’m here to take you on a culinary adventure!
How long have you been working with Big City Chefs?
Since January 2025
If I were a spice, I would be…
Italian Seasoning because it makes anything taste like it’s straight out of Italy!
My favorite local purveyors, artisans, and farmers:
Pure Fish – they offer fresh sustainable local fish, and any of the vendors at the Hillcrest Farmer’s Market
What I love about cooking and hospitality…
It’s all about making connections and having fun! I love creating new food and seeing the smile on people’s faces when they take the first bite of something truly delicious.
What are your top three go-to pantry items?
Salt, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, & Sushi Rice
