I was born in the city of Calgary, Alberta. But I spent most of my life growing up on an acreage outside of a small farming community with a population of approx. 800 people. A few years after High School, I moved back to Calgary at the age of 20 to attend Culinary School. My passion for cooking is directly correlated to some of the excellent cooks in my family. While I am the only member of my family to ever peruse this career in a professional setting. Many members of my immediate family are tremendous cooks.
My training is primarily in traditional French techniques. But I have several years of experience in high volume Italian kitchens. Most recently, I have played a key role in the opening of a completely brand new restaurant concept. This includes menu development from the ground up; As well as establishing networking and establishing connections with new food suppliers. I believe during this time I also learned many other valuable skills that can be an asset to your business.