My Journey

My beginning as a chef is rooted in the cooking foundation I gained from my parents growing up. My Dad taught me his passion for BBQ, drawing from his Kansas City upbringing.  Mama taught me a plethora of American and Soul Food classics. From her collard greens and cornbread dressing, tacos galore, chitlins’ – not chitterlings - and more. 

My curiosity and passion from these lessons led me to establish a career in culinary arts that spans over two decades. I have held various kitchen positions, from a cook to an Executive Chef. For more than half of my career, I have had the pleasure of educating aspiring and established professionals as a culinary arts instructor and department chair.

So, now you know more about me - I’m ready to throw down in the kitchen with you at home. Register for a class today, and I’ll see you there.