Who's Mama T?!

I live in a small town just north of Boulder, Colorado. I moved to Colorado in 2013 from Southern California with no idea what I wanted to do. But, I always found myself creating in the kitchen. Three years later, I graduated from a small culinary school in Denver and then spent a month traveling and studying in Italy, where I graduated from a program at the Barilla Academy. Yes, just like the pasta!

This is where my passion took off. I was mesmerized by the rich history of food, herbs and traditions specific to regions around the world. I recognized from a young age and from my studies that this is what brought people together. And, I love that aspect of cooking. I felt a burning desire to share my passion with others and that’s when I decided to make an Instagram dedicated to my creations in my kitchen! When I wasn’t cooking at home or growing produce on my balcony, I was working within the food industry. From a prep cook to an assistant manager to a farm hand and everything in between, I’ve acquired skills and knowledge that have guided me to where I am today.