As a true San Diego native, I grew up fishing our local waters, foraging sea urchin, abalone, and spiny lobsters. I take pride in recreating dishes from my youth and bringing them to the modern-day table. There is a real responsibility to give my clients not just a great dining experience, but a genuinely connected life experience with their food. It should be original, unique preparations, locally sourced, and equally as masterful as eating anywhere in the world. I’m proud of all that we can locally source here in California, and I want to do it justice every time, every course, every bite.

I strive to create food you absolutely crave. My food isn’t fussy or architecturally constructed just to look pretty on Instagram. It’s to be savored, devoured, and then talked about for years. I want you to be stunned over flavors and complex techniques. What I really want is for you to think, “Holy shit! That’s one of the best things I have ever eaten.” There’s not a dish on my menu that I don’t think you’ll feel that way about. I am unapologetically proud of what I deliver and how it makes our clients feel while eating it. Menus evolve daily as I strive to create dishes that go above and beyond all expectations.

It is my personal mission to endlessly explore flavors from around the globe. As a chef, I know there is no limit to the creative combinations of ingredients and techniques every culture has to offer. We are at the top of the food chain and it’s extremely important for me to respect every ingredient. Having us provide food for your event is not just about the birthdays, weddings, or holidays, it will be a celebration of passion, pursuit of excellence and the best ingredients the world has to offer.

Start planning a customized menu by contacting us at Second Nature Catering or contact me directly.