
For much of my life, kitchens defined me. I was the guy chasing fire, running on adrenaline, measuring worth in covers and chaos. It was intoxicating. But it also came with a cost — physically, mentally, emotionally. I’ve broken myself more than once for this industry. When my heart surgery came last year, it…

Since having heart surgery last year, I’ve learned some hard lessons about self-care. Not the “get a massage” kind of self-care, but the heavy life shit—making decisions about what’s truly best for my well-being. That being said, I resigned from current Executive Chef role. On paper, it was a great gig and there were…

I moved to NC 2 years ago to open a restaurant and build a future with someone i loved. In the long run, neither of those things worked out and I found myself alone in a town I didn’t want to be in. I have no regrets because the lessons I’ve learned and the…

My culinary journey has always been fueled by a deep passion for creating unforgettable dining experiences that resonate with people on a personal level. I started in the kitchens of Atlanta, working my way up from a dishwasher to a seasoned chef, and it was during my time as a private chef that I…