Chef Patti was the first woman on the West Coast to graduate with a culinary apprenticeship. With over 40 years of culinary experience, Chef Patti has cooked for legends like Danny Glover, Dean Martin, and President Jimmy Carter, competed on Food Network’s Holiday Baking Championship, and earned national and international accolades for her bold, creative approach to cuisine. But beyond the kitchen, her true passion is fostering a sense of belonging—bringing food lovers, local businesses, and community members together to share in something bigger than just a meal.