09/10/2023
Introducing another famed chef apart of this dinner.
Meet Daniela Martinez, a second-generation chef with roots in Argentina and New York's Queens and Brooklyn neighborhoods. She embarked on her journey as a creative soul, initially exploring photography and art at NYC's Fashion Institute of Technology. However, her true passion unfolded in the world of pastry. After graduating in 2014, Daniela explored various renowned kitchens, leaving her sweet mark at iconic spots like Ironside Fish and Oyster, Sugar and Scribe, Bracero, and Carnitas' Snack Shack. In 2019, her culinary talents shone as she became a Chopped Champion, a significant milestone in her career.
Daniela's culinary journey took an exciting turn when she became the pastry chef at Il Dandy and Arama, collaborating with Michelin-starred chefs Luca and Antonio Abbruzzino. She also ventured into savory cooking as the executive chef at Semola in La Jolla. Most recently, she had the honor of working under the mentorship of Chef William Bradley at Addison, further enriching her experience and expertise.