Chef Cole Lawson

Meet Chef Cole Lawson

Chef Cole Lawson brings soul, skill, and a decade of global kitchen experience to every plate she crafts. Based in Los Angeles but cooking wherever the story takes her, she’s spent the last few years leading as Executive Chef with Fork n Film, a cinematic dining experience that’s taken her across the country—and beyond. Under her leadership, the concept has opened over ten pop-up locations nationally and internationally, forging partnerships with brands like Disney D23, Lactaid, and more.

Her roots are Creole, but her reach is global. With a style that blends Afro-Indigenous heritage, fine dining precision, and bold fusion techniques, Cole’s food tells stories that span cultures and continents. Whether she’s plating a six-course tasting menu for an A-list client or designing performance-driven meals for NFL players, her dishes always carry one throughline: intention.

A U.S. Navy veteran and former athlete herself, Cole brings a rare balance of discipline and heart. Her career has included cooking for celebrities, curating F&B for world-class events like the Black Music Collective and the Global Economic Forum, and collaborating with grassroots wellness partners like SUPRMARKT and Human Garage.

She’s also the mind behind SafeHaus, a social impact initiative that connects food, wellness, and community through workshops, private dining, and holistic lifestyle offerings.

Cole doesn’t just cook—she creates experiences that nourish body and soul, with flavors that linger long after the last bite.