about me

I am a holistic nutritionist who is dedicated to helping people cultivate a nourishing relationship with food, their bodies, and the Earth.

As a plant-based chef (embracing all eating preferences- from vegans to carnivores and everyone in between!) with a big appetite for wholesome, locally grown, delicious food, I have spent many years exploring the connection between food, well-being, community, and the planet.

From co-owning Pomegranate Café—a beloved mother-daughter owned, organic, indulgently healthy eatery—to working as a holistic private chef creating culinary nutrition plans & preparing nourishing meals for individuals with chronic health conditions, to creating a wellness education curriculum and teaching hands-on cooking classes for children of all ages, I am inspired by the healing power of whole foods.

I have always been hungry for more: more flavor, more color, more creative & delicious ways to nourish our bodies and care for the Earth.

I graduated from the chef’s training program at Natural Gourmet Institute for Health and Culinary Arts in New York City. In addition to my culinary training, I have continued my education in Food as Medicine to deepen my understanding of nutrition and holistic health. I am now completing a Master of Science in Nutrition and Integrative Health and working toward becoming a Certified Nutrition Specialist.

One of my greatest joys is working with children. I also love bringing communities together through hands-on cooking classes, where kids, teens, and adults learn to prepare simple, nourishing meals that are as fun to make as they are to eat.

JOIN ME ON THIS FLAVORFUL JOURNEY!

I partner with integrative practitioners across the Valley to help individuals & families create lasting wellness through whole foods.

I am a holistic nutritionist at Akerson Holistic Healthcare in Ahwatukee.

I also offer nutrition services in collaboration with Dr. Maryrose Young at Sozo Lifestyle Medicine in North Scottsdale.

My Credentials:

  • Master of Science in Nutrition and Integrative Health 2026: Maryland University of Integrative Health

  • Culinary Nutrition Chef’s Certificate: The Natural Gourmet Institute, New York City

  • Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate: T. Colin Campbell’s eCornell Program

  • Plant-Based Coaching Certificate: Food Revolution Network