By day, I function as the corporate chef for Mountaire Farms of Delaware. In this role I consult on business decisions, test, develop, and launch, new products, conduct educational trainings, and represent the company at various industry events, from trade shows to conferences.

In my spare time, I keep myself busy with pop-ups and private dinners, write, develop and test new ideas and techniques, and make products for my modest CPG brand.

Basically, if something has to do with food, I’m working on it or adjacent to it.

Typically, I’ll cook 3-4 pop-ups per year. I’d love to do more, but unfortunately I only have the same 24 hours in a day as everyone else.

Currently, I have a line of Chili Cronch with flavors including: Original, Extra Umami, Smoky, and Herby. I also sell miso candy bars, and frozen cookie dough. Some other products such as milk jam, hot sauce, or bacon make appearances around the holiday season.

For now, all sales are physical, meaning I am not currently selling any products online. You can find my products at the following retailers:

• Turnbuckle Farm, Bella Vista, AR

• The Royal, Springfield, MO

• Cherry Picker Package x Fare, Springfield, MO

• Handshake, Fayettville, AR

• The Meteor, Bentonville, AR

Absolutely. The majority of my consulting work is on the road and we have hosted dinners in Colorado, Arkansas, and Missouri. If we can make it make sense, we’re there!