A LITTLE MORE
About Me…
My curiosity of food began in my grandmother’s garden when I was 5 years old. This quickly led to a passion for cooking, baking, and nutrition.
Fast-forward to adult-life: After spending 7 years in Advertising Sales at ESPN Networks, I took a leap and spent almost two years in Florence, Italy; pursuing this passion. I attended Apicius Culinary Arts school (that will forever be a top 3 ‘Happy Place’ for me), kept a bulletpoint-heavy Blog, and explored the world. It was truly an amazing experience. ♥
I was lucky enough to intern at a classy Tuscan restaurant, Santo Bevitore; at the student restaurant, Ganzo; and for the Serie-A professional soccer team, AC Fiorentina (combining my two favs: sports and food). I even gave bartending a whirl at a pub downtown. I met some pretty stellar people- chefs, educators, classmates, locals, and travelers; and I am grateful to be able to call so many of them my friends.
Since coming back to the States, and in between a digital media career by day; I have practiced these skills and continued my pursuit of food education through leading Fresh Pasta-Making Parties, and Seasonal Dinner Clubs.
I’d like to use my knowledge and share my passion to educate others on the importance of food and nutrition, inspire creativity, bring people together, and (ultimately) make a little bit of a difference in this crazy world.
On the Map
Born in Kansas City, High School in the Chi burbs, College in Lawrence KS, Culinary School in Italy. Spent a lil’ time in the Big Apple, a lotta time in the ♥ of Chicago, and now in the KC area with my pup Preston.
Goin' Somewhere
I’ll always have a top 5 list of the places I want to travel – both foreign and domestic – by train, plane, boat, bus, tuk tuk, or kayak.
Team Affiliations
My heart belongs to the Jayhawks, Chiefs, Bears, Royals, Cubbies, Bulls, Arsenal, & Patrick Mahomes.
Finally
I love ALL things Pizza. … as well as hammocks, bubbles, pop-a-shots, ivory keys, and olives.
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