FOOD PATRONUS | Sweet chili udon noodles with charred broccoli

BACKGROUND CHECK | Born and raised in New England, I grew up cooking Italian with my grandmother, which fostered my undying passion for food from a young age. I spent my twenties in NYC, learning as much as I possibly could about the culinary world in restaurants like Tribeca Grill, City Hall, and Tao. After over a decade in the NYC restaurant scene, I moved to the west coast, where I helped design and build several restaurants (literally) from the ground up,from concept to design to opening day– deepening my knowledge of what it takes to run a successful culinary business. My post-pandemic relocation to Austin yielded a new appreciation for the incredible community and diversity here, as well as the Austin food scene. I am excited to begin my time with Sway and New Waterloo, a place that embodies so much of what I love about hospitality: vibrancy, flavor, and community! I feel most at home in the chaos and fast-paced environment of a kitchen, and there is nothing closer to real-life magic than transforming ingredients into dishes that inspire people and bring them together. For me, being a chef is about not being afraid to make mistakes.

“Anyone can cook, but only the fearless can be great.” – Chef Gusteau

HOSPITALITY PHILOSOPHY | Foster a space of collaboration and inclusivity in which employees are excited to show up, and the rest will fall into place

FAVE THING ABOUT NW | The commitment to fostering a positive company culture

SUPER POWER | My ability to laugh at myself