I have prepared native foods for:

Carlo Petrini, founder of Slow Foods International	Actor Peter Coyote
Congresswoman Lynn Woolsey	Julia Parker Esteemed Native Basket Maker
Marin Art and Garden Center	Native American Elders
Marin Museum of the American Indian	Mission Street Foods

Street Festivals:

Biketober Fest-San Anselmo	Smart Garden Faire- Santa Cruz
Trade Feast: Novato

Private Dinners:

San Francisco	Tiburon
Corte Madera	Ross
Mill Valley	Sonoma
Black Sterling Friesian Ranch	Oakland”s Tilden Park
Novato

Testimonials

“Just wanted to let you know that your luncheon meal was truly a delight for the senses. You got rave reviews from all that I spoke with later in the week. No one could believe how delicious and plentiful your dishes were. You really served a gourmet meal with all of the special ingredients and touches. It was unforgettable, beautiful, and delicious. You prepared a feast that will not be equaled…………….I have to tell you that the squash stew was utterly perfect. The roasted corn, beans, and squash were a wonderful combo. (I’m gonna have to get some of those seeds). I eat a lot of vegetarian food, so I found it perfect and satisfying. The bison stew was elegant and beautiful with a surprisingly delightful flavor (was it the acorn flour or the fruits?). The wild rice and salad were equally wonderful. All of the special touches were there.”

-Carol Weinstein from a luncheon for the American Indian
Alliance Council

“Seeing John work and create in my kitchen was a real treat! John was the chef for a large family celebration and impressed everyone with not only very fresh indigenous edibles, but brought a fresh approach to cooking and eating. And best of all, everything tasted absolutely delicious!

-Peggy Huntington

December 6, 2009