Chef Abigail Schmitt
Private Chef In Bellingham
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As a private event chef, I curate unique dining experiences for events around the world, blending creativity, wellness, and cultural exploration.
I founded Ginkgo Fine Dining in 2021 after leaving the restaurant industry of 7 years. Primarily, I am a private event chef, which means that I curate dining experiences for groups of people for special events! This can be anything from elopement dinners on the beach, to week-long, daily nourishment for groups on vacation or on retreats. I was a restaurant chef in MN, NYC and CDMX for many years before I decided to fully transition to creating my own business. This takes me all over the world, in North America, Europe and Japan - which allows me to combine all of my passions for lifestyle and business: creativity, wellness and cultural exploration! I am the most proud of my work in creating a sustainable workflow, reducing waste, utilizing whole ingredients, and minimizing my carbon footprint in the industry as a whole. This began at the beginning of my career in the food industry, and I have always made these practices a priority.
As a native of Minnesota, I was fortunate to grow up surrounded by the captivating beauty of it’s diverse ecosystems, from dense Maple and coniferous forests I ran free in, to the wild shores of Lake Superior. These natural surroundings have instilled in me an unwavering appreciation for nature and a profound desire to understand the direct source of the ingredients we use to nourish ourselves. All of this drives the desire for beautiful artistry and creative presentation. Foraging and farm-fresh ingredients are a constant inspiration for my menu development and curriculum. Working with fire, fish and seafood, pasta, and different methods of preservation are some of my specialties, but I love to learn and create dishes from all over the globe. I am always in search of other people who appreciate the full journey of a meal!
I believe that by fostering this reverence for nature and embracing a conscious approach to food, we can create a harmonious relationship between our culinary curiosities and the environment that nurtures them.
Cheers,
Abigail
More about me
For me, cooking is...
Nourishment, Passion and a way of life.
I learned to cook at...
Saint Paul College, MN Spoon and Stable MN Brewers Table MN Wildair NYC EM CDMX
A cooking secret...
You have to taste everything!
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