I was born in the Philippines and spent my teenage years in Tennessee. Growing up in the Philippines, I had dabbled in the world of performing arts ranging from musical plays and dancing to operatic singing. At age 11, my family and I immigrated to Tennessee where, years later,

I earned my Degree at Cumberland University.

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Moving from one culture to another was both exciting and sad. Curiously, what gave me comfort was baking little "Pinoy" treats, as that gave me a feeling of home. My interest in baking started early. At age 8, I baked my first loaf. From then on, my growing fascination and absorption into the world of baking accelerated as I got exposed to varying kinds of desserts in many parts of the world.

Before long, I developed a keen interest in mixing flavors, which drew oohs and ahhs

from my friends, parents, and loved ones.

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My penchant for baking took on a formal and firmer character as I learned from experienced teachers and imaginative classmates at Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts, where I earned my Diploma in Baking and Pastries. My consuming goal is to fuse French and Filipino baking techniques to create a distinctive menu of unique and exotic desserts that will help make life a little more enjoyable to various peoples.