Our Team
Bobby Ray Parker
Meet Chef Bobby Ray Parker, a 42-year-old culinary enthusiast whose roots run deep in the smoky traditions of North Carolina barbecue. Born and raised in Lexington, NC – often called the "Barbecue Capital of North Carolina" – Bobby Ray learned the art of slow-smoking meat from his grandfather, who ran a beloved local barbecue joint for over four decades. Growing up in a family where food was the center of everything, Bobby Ray spent his childh...
Fernando Gonzales
Meet Fernando Gonzales, a vibrant and passionate chef born in the sun-soaked city of Tucson, Arizona. At 35 years old, Fernando embodies a delightful blend of tradition and innovation, drawing from his rich heritage and diverse culinary experiences. Growing up in a family that cherished the art of cooking, he was surrounded by the tantalizing aromas of traditional Mexican cuisine, with his grandmother's tamales and enchiladas being the he...
Isabella Romano
Meet Isabella "Bella" Romano, a vibrant 32-year-old chef whose culinary journey began in her grandmother's bustling kitchen in Brooklyn's Italian-American community. Born to first-generation Italian parents, Bella grew up watching her Nonna Maria transform simple ingredients into extraordinary dishes, carrying forward recipes from their family's roots in Naples.After graduating from the Culinary Institute of America with honors,...
Margaret Rose Thompson
Meet Margaret "Peggy" Rose Thompson, a beloved 68-year-old chef and culinary storyteller from Brattleboro, Vermont. Born and raised on her family's maple syrup farm in the rolling hills of southern Vermont, Peggy learned the art of cooking at her mother's and grandmother's aprons, where the rhythm of seasonal ingredients and practical home cooking shaped her culinary foundation. After marrying her high school sweetheart James in...
Michelle Davis
Meet Michelle Davis, a vibrant and passionate chef hailing from the bustling streets of Boston, MA. At 34 years old, Michelle embodies the spirit of culinary creativity, blending her love for baking with a warm, inviting personality that makes her recipes feel like a hug in a bowl. Currently residing in Atlanta, GA, she has made a name for herself as a go-to expert for all things sweet, particularly cakes and cookies, which she believes are th...