Michelle has been passionate about cooking since she was a young child, sitting on the kitchen counter, watching each of her grandmothers prepare fabulous meals for the family. Watching them cook she became inspired to learn everything she could about food. The energy, love and creative challenges that are put into producing satisfying, quality meals are why she fell in love with cooking and decided to become a professional chef.

In 1997, Michelle graduated from The Western Culinary Institute with honors. Upon the completion of her degree, Michelle began her career working on internationally-bound private yachts. This experience allowed her to combine two of her passions: cooking and travel. Creating gourmet meals while using indigenous ingredients from all over the world was a challenge that she thoroughly enjoyed and the results were truly noteworthy.

In 1999, after feeling the need to establish roots on American soil, Michelle moved to Los Angeles and began working for Hollywood entertainer Bob Hope and his family. This was truly a unique experience. It gave her the opportunity to create meals for celebrities and dignitaries alike. In this environment Michelle was allowed to explore her own style of cuisine, creating healthy, gourmet meals using fresh seasonal products.

It is now that Michelle returns home to the Pacific Northwest. She is here to bring her renowned culinary abilities and event planning skills to you for your upcoming functions and every day personal chef needs. Michelle has brought her extensive experience, repertoire of recipes, imagination and her love of the art of fine cuisine to you and your family to enjoy.