Private Chef

My passion for food is deeply rooted and forever growing. I learned the art and joy of cooking at a very young age and have since found a passion for being in the kitchen learning, trying, failing, tasting, laughing (and even the occasional moment of crying). Feeding others is the most fun and rewarding experience. I love to be a part of these moments in your life, where your seated at a table, laughing with your friends and family, tasting a wine you’ve never tried before and savoring that last bite of food your plate.

Sommelier

Where there is good food, there is good wine. And, boy, do I love good wine. There is so much to learn and know about grapes, regions, wine making practices and so much more. I am fascinated by it and that led to the pursuit of Sommelier. I have completed the Level I Sommelier course through the National Wine School and am on track to the complete the Level II certification in the next few weeks. I love helping others branch out and try new wines. It is so fun to share wine knowledge with you.

Family

The irony that my husband, Michael, and I met at wine bar certainly doesn’t escape me. Our first date was at one of my favorite local wine shops. Two bottles of wine and a charcuterie board later I knew it was all meant to be. He is the biggest support of the Cowart Kitchen and I, without a doubt, would not be able to do it without him. I grew up in Baldwin County with my parents, Mark and Kelley, and sister, Rachel. I am so thankful that we always shared meals and cooked together during my childhood. I learned so much about the kitchen and the fun and importance of time shared at the dinner table from them. My parents have both always enjoyed and appreciated good wine and shared this with me. I hate to say this but I was, and maybe still am, notorious for snagging a bottle from their wine collection when I’m home for a visit. Michael and I welcomed our daughter Anne Frances on December 1, 2023. Learning to be a parent has been the hardest and most rewarding experience of our lives. I am so excited to share my love of food and (MUCH later) wine with her as she grows.