ALLISON NEEDELS, CFS

ALLISON NEEDELS, CFS

I was born and raised in Westchester County New York. I was permanently transplanted to the Bay Area in 1992. In high school, I competed in basketball, tennis, and skiing. Now my favorite “sport” is dining al fresco at local restaurants and wineries! I adore salads...
ALEX LAZARO

ALEX LAZARO

Born in Mexico, raised in the Bay Area. Coming from a Mexican family my mom has always cooked traditional Mexican food as it’s an important part of our culture. One of my favorite dishes is Enchiladas. In my free time, I enjoy working on my garden which includes corn,...
ALEX APOLINARIO

ALEX APOLINARIO

Born and raised in the Bay Area with roots connected to the Philippines. Home fermented foods, baked desserts, and banana ketchup are staples in my life. At least two of the three can always be found in my fridge.
ALANA BERTELSEN, CSF

ALANA BERTELSEN, CSF

Born and raised in Northern California, I am 100% Italian with deep ties to those Italian roots. My passion is great food with depth of flavor. I do not eat to live, I live to eat so every meal is important and seen in my eyes as an opportunity to create or experience...
AL BANISCH

AL BANISCH

When it comes to diverse and delicious food, I have been fortunate. My mother was raised in an ethnically-diverse area of NJ and learned to cook and bake foods that made even the native Italians, Germans, and Irish proud. Plus she worked as a waitress in restaurants...