At the center of every memorable gathering, there's a table-alive with the hum of conversation, the clink of glasses, and the quiet magic of people coming together. 

For me, it all started in kitchens where time slowed, and meals weren't just sustenance- they were love, care, and connection served on a plate.

​  My journey as a chef has led me through fine dining rooms and coastal kitchens alike, but it was my time cooking at Esalen-where food, nature, and community are woven together-that deepened my understanding of what a meal can be. I learned that true nourishment happens when ingredients are chosen with intention, and when a table becomes a place to feel seen, cared for, and connected.

​  Hestia's Table is a continuation of that philosophy. Named for the goddess of the hearth, it's a return to something essential: gathering, sharing, and celebrating the simple, sacred act of breaking bread together.