AIDAN LOCKARD

by danikka | Jan 16, 2024

Born and raised in the Bay Area, it has allowed me to explore a wide variety of flavors and tastes via the diverse population. My mom would also take me on a “dining experience” about once a quarter, following the principle from Jiro Dreams of Sushi: “In order to make...

ALANA BERTELSEN

by barb | Aug 28, 2021

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...

ALEX LAZARO

by barb | Aug 28, 2021

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,...

ALLISON NEEDELS, CFS

by barb | Aug 28, 2021

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...

AMANDA SINROD

by barb | Aug 29, 2021

As a Bay Area native raised on farmers’ market produce, I firmly believe nothing compares to a dry farmed Early Girl tomato in the peak of summer. I fully embrace my “food nerd” status through systematically trying every available brand of chocolate...