A Sweet Path from Venezuela to Amherst Born in Venezuela, Barbara has a deep passion for cooking, which led her to live in Italy and study at a culinary school in Valparaíso, Chile, under the guidance of talented mentors. In 2019, she moved to Amherst, Massachusetts,...
Global Kitchens and Sweet Masterpieces Chef Ashutosh has worked as an Executive Pastry Chef in the best kitchens around the world for brands like Grand Hyatt Goa, Ritz Carlton Bengaluru, Movenpick Riyadh, Renaissance Bengaluru, Laduree Paris, Anantara Palm Dubai. He...
Sharon Nasrallah / Tampa, FL Half El Corazon Curd Tart and Half Tart au Chocolate European Inspired The fusion of sweet-tart flavors that characterize European desserts is Chef Sharon Nasrallah’s specialty. Sharon — or “Chef Naz” as she’s known — is the executive...
Sarah Betcher / Virginia Beach, VA Burnt Honey Panna Cotta The Ladder of Success Layers of textures, a play of sweet and savory flavors, bright colors and artful garnish define Pastry Chef Sarah Betcher’s gorgeous desserts. Her career choice isn’t surprising — Sarah...
Nelvis Reverón/ Mesa, AZ Prickly Pear Gel Baking Blitz As the stage is set for Super Bowl LVIII, we flashback to the colorful and flavor packed Prickly Pear Gel created by Nelvis Reverón, owner of Sugary Cake in Mesa, Arizona. Her dessert was featured at the league...
Hailing from the sun-kissed shores of California and growing up in the heart of Michigan, Chef Jessica Vazquez has found her culinary sanctuary in the vibrant streets of Chicago for the past ten years. Her culinary journey has centered around Momotaro, a...