Tiffany Donovan

A lot of my work happens long before guests take their first bite. It starts with sourcing ingredients, planning menus, and the countless details that help a meal feel seamless. Choosing ingredients is one of my favorite parts of the process. I enjoy wandering farmers markets, talking to producers, and building menus around what looks best rather than forcing ingredients into a predetermined plan. As chefs, we're trained to focus on ingredients, technique, and execution. Those things matter,...

In early 2020, I traveled through Puerto Vallarta, Cabo, and Mazatlán. I returned home with great memories, a camera roll full of photos, and a completely different perspective on food. One of my favorite memories was a day trip to Quimixto, where we rode horses through the mountains to a waterfall tucked deep in the jungle. Nearby, a small outdoor café served traditional Mexican dishes surrounded by the sounds of rushing water and tropical birds. It wasn't a luxury experience. It was simple,...