Inspired Dining in Highlands, NC

Born and raised in Aiken, South Carolina, Chef Chris Huerta’s connection to the land began early, fostered by a grandmother who was a nutritionist and a grandfather who ran Georgia’s largest dairy farm. His culinary journey started at age 15 in a local bakery.

Growing up, Chef Lauren was lucky to spend a lot of time in both her grandmothers’ kitchens. One was an accomplished Italian cook, insisting on feeding anyone and everyone. The other believed that dinner was an obligation, and dessert, a pleasure.

Born and raised in Canton, NC, Annie comes from a family with kitchen talent. Her love of food and community was shaped by summers spent gardening and cooking traditional Southern dishes with the women in her family, who inspired her to become a third-generation chef.

Born in Switzerland and raised in Germany, Celine’s passion for hospitality was sparked by family travels across Europe and the US. After interning at a boutique hotel in Brighton, she pursued a degree in hospitality economics in Bavaria.

Luis was born and raised in Acapulco, Mexico. Growing up, his father made a point to share different flavors and dishes with him. He discovered that he enjoyed watching culinary shows and competitions, and he found himself falling for gastronomy.

Born and raised in Mexico City in a Spanish-influenced household, Ana developed a love for food and wine while cooking with her grandfather, who always shared a glass with her during their time in the kitchen. She is pursuing certification with the Court of Master Sommeliers.

A fourth-generation farmer from Madison, Wisconsin, the Highlands area has drawn Matt back since he first visited in May 2018. An avid outdoorsman, he called in for this interview from the trail.

Born in Longview, Texas, Jonathan found his calling in Western North Carolina, where he’s spent the past seven years growing with Old Edwards Hospitality Group, learning about different roles until he discovered his deep passion for wine.

Born and raised in Durango, Mexico, Lalo found his love for cooking early. His mother was one of his first mentors, teaching him his first recipes and techniques and instilling in him a passion for hospitality through food.

Sam grew up in England and moved to the US when he was 13 years old. He landed his first job when he was 15 at a local restaurant in Florida. He often traveled to Spain in the slow season to work at his family’s restaurant in San Miguel De Salinas.

Born and raised in Aiken, South Carolina, Chef Chris Huerta’s connection to the land began early, fostered by a grandmother who was a nutritionist and a grandfather who ran Georgia’s largest dairy farm. His culinary journey started at age 15 in a local bakery.

Growing up, Chef Lauren was lucky to spend a lot of time in both her grandmothers’ kitchens. One was an accomplished Italian cook, insisting on feeding anyone and everyone. The other believed that dinner was an obligation, and dessert, a pleasure.

Born and raised in Canton, NC, Annie comes from a family with kitchen talent. Her love of food and community was shaped by summers spent gardening and cooking traditional Southern dishes with the women in her family, who inspired her to become a third-generation chef.

Born in Switzerland and raised in Germany, Celine’s passion for hospitality was sparked by family travels across Europe and the US. After interning at a boutique hotel in Brighton, she pursued a degree in hospitality economics in Bavaria.

Luis was born and raised in Acapulco, Mexico. Growing up, his father made a point to share different flavors and dishes with him. He discovered that he enjoyed watching culinary shows and competitions, and he found himself falling for gastronomy.

Born and raised in Mexico City in a Spanish-influenced household, Ana developed a love for food and wine while cooking with her grandfather, who always shared a glass with her during their time in the kitchen. She is pursuing certification with the Court of Master Sommeliers.

A fourth-generation farmer from Madison, Wisconsin, the Highlands area has drawn Matt back since he first visited in May 2018. An avid outdoorsman, he called in for this interview from the trail.

Born in Longview, Texas, Jonathan found his calling in Western North Carolina, where he’s spent the past seven years growing with Old Edwards Hospitality Group, learning about different roles until he discovered his deep passion for wine.

Born and raised in Durango, Mexico, Lalo found his love for cooking early. His mother was one of his first mentors, teaching him his first recipes and techniques and instilling in him a passion for hospitality through food.

Sam grew up in England and moved to the US when he was 13 years old. He landed his first job when he was 15 at a local restaurant in Florida. He often traveled to Spain in the slow season to work at his family’s restaurant in San Miguel De Salinas.

Born and raised in Aiken, South Carolina, Chef Chris Huerta’s connection to the land began early, fostered by a grandmother who was a nutritionist and a grandfather who ran Georgia’s largest dairy farm. His culinary journey started at age 15 in a local bakery.

Growing up, Chef Lauren was lucky to spend a lot of time in both her grandmothers’ kitchens. One was an accomplished Italian cook, insisting on feeding anyone and everyone. The other believed that dinner was an obligation, and dessert, a pleasure.

Born and raised in Canton, NC, Annie comes from a family with kitchen talent. Her love of food and community was shaped by summers spent gardening and cooking traditional Southern dishes with the women in her family, who inspired her to become a third-generation chef.

Born in Switzerland and raised in Germany, Celine’s passion for hospitality was sparked by family travels across Europe and the US. After interning at a boutique hotel in Brighton, she pursued a degree in hospitality economics in Bavaria.

Luis was born and raised in Acapulco, Mexico. Growing up, his father made a point to share different flavors and dishes with him. He discovered that he enjoyed watching culinary shows and competitions, and he found himself falling for gastronomy.

Born and raised in Mexico City in a Spanish-influenced household, Ana developed a love for food and wine while cooking with her grandfather, who always shared a glass with her during their time in the kitchen. She is pursuing certification with the Court of Master Sommeliers.

A fourth-generation farmer from Madison, Wisconsin, the Highlands area has drawn Matt back since he first visited in May 2018. An avid outdoorsman, he called in for this interview from the trail.

Born in Longview, Texas, Jonathan found his calling in Western North Carolina, where he’s spent the past seven years growing with Old Edwards Hospitality Group, learning about different roles until he discovered his deep passion for wine.

Born and raised in Durango, Mexico, Lalo found his love for cooking early. His mother was one of his first mentors, teaching him his first recipes and techniques and instilling in him a passion for hospitality through food.

Sam grew up in England and moved to the US when he was 13 years old. He landed his first job when he was 15 at a local restaurant in Florida. He often traveled to Spain in the slow season to work at his family’s restaurant in San Miguel De Salinas.

Born and raised in Aiken, South Carolina, Chef Chris Huerta’s connection to the land began early, fostered by a grandmother who was a nutritionist and a grandfather who ran Georgia’s largest dairy farm. His culinary journey started at age 15 in a local bakery.

Growing up, Chef Lauren was lucky to spend a lot of time in both her grandmothers’ kitchens. One was an accomplished Italian cook, insisting on feeding anyone and everyone. The other believed that dinner was an obligation, and dessert, a pleasure.

Born and raised in Canton, NC, Annie comes from a family with kitchen talent. Her love of food and community was shaped by summers spent gardening and cooking traditional Southern dishes with the women in her family, who inspired her to become a third-generation chef.

Born in Switzerland and raised in Germany, Celine’s passion for hospitality was sparked by family travels across Europe and the US. After interning at a boutique hotel in Brighton, she pursued a degree in hospitality economics in Bavaria.

Luis was born and raised in Acapulco, Mexico. Growing up, his father made a point to share different flavors and dishes with him. He discovered that he enjoyed watching culinary shows and competitions, and he found himself falling for gastronomy.

Born and raised in Mexico City in a Spanish-influenced household, Ana developed a love for food and wine while cooking with her grandfather, who always shared a glass with her during their time in the kitchen. She is pursuing certification with the Court of Master Sommeliers.

A fourth-generation farmer from Madison, Wisconsin, the Highlands area has drawn Matt back since he first visited in May 2018. An avid outdoorsman, he called in for this interview from the trail.

Born in Longview, Texas, Jonathan found his calling in Western North Carolina, where he’s spent the past seven years growing with Old Edwards Hospitality Group, learning about different roles until he discovered his deep passion for wine.

Born and raised in Durango, Mexico, Lalo found his love for cooking early. His mother was one of his first mentors, teaching him his first recipes and techniques and instilling in him a passion for hospitality through food.

Sam grew up in England and moved to the US when he was 13 years old. He landed his first job when he was 15 at a local restaurant in Florida. He often traveled to Spain in the slow season to work at his family’s restaurant in San Miguel De Salinas.

Born and raised in Aiken, South Carolina, Chef Chris Huerta’s connection to the land began early, fostered by a grandmother who was a nutritionist and a grandfather who ran Georgia’s largest dairy farm. His culinary journey started at age 15 in a local bakery.

Growing up, Chef Lauren was lucky to spend a lot of time in both her grandmothers’ kitchens. One was an accomplished Italian cook, insisting on feeding anyone and everyone. The other believed that dinner was an obligation, and dessert, a pleasure.

Born and raised in Canton, NC, Annie comes from a family with kitchen talent. Her love of food and community was shaped by summers spent gardening and cooking traditional Southern dishes with the women in her family, who inspired her to become a third-generation chef.

Born in Switzerland and raised in Germany, Celine’s passion for hospitality was sparked by family travels across Europe and the US. After interning at a boutique hotel in Brighton, she pursued a degree in hospitality economics in Bavaria.

Luis was born and raised in Acapulco, Mexico. Growing up, his father made a point to share different flavors and dishes with him. He discovered that he enjoyed watching culinary shows and competitions, and he found himself falling for gastronomy.

Born and raised in Mexico City in a Spanish-influenced household, Ana developed a love for food and wine while cooking with her grandfather, who always shared a glass with her during their time in the kitchen. She is pursuing certification with the Court of Master Sommeliers.

A fourth-generation farmer from Madison, Wisconsin, the Highlands area has drawn Matt back since he first visited in May 2018. An avid outdoorsman, he called in for this interview from the trail.

Born in Longview, Texas, Jonathan found his calling in Western North Carolina, where he’s spent the past seven years growing with Old Edwards Hospitality Group, learning about different roles until he discovered his deep passion for wine.

Born and raised in Durango, Mexico, Lalo found his love for cooking early. His mother was one of his first mentors, teaching him his first recipes and techniques and instilling in him a passion for hospitality through food.

Sam grew up in England and moved to the US when he was 13 years old. He landed his first job when he was 15 at a local restaurant in Florida. He often traveled to Spain in the slow season to work at his family’s restaurant in San Miguel De Salinas.

Born and raised in Aiken, South Carolina, Chef Chris Huerta’s connection to the land began early, fostered by a grandmother who was a nutritionist and a grandfather who ran Georgia’s largest dairy farm. His culinary journey started at age 15 in a local bakery.

Growing up, Chef Lauren was lucky to spend a lot of time in both her grandmothers’ kitchens. One was an accomplished Italian cook, insisting on feeding anyone and everyone. The other believed that dinner was an obligation, and dessert, a pleasure.

Born and raised in Canton, NC, Annie comes from a family with kitchen talent. Her love of food and community was shaped by summers spent gardening and cooking traditional Southern dishes with the women in her family, who inspired her to become a third-generation chef.

Born in Switzerland and raised in Germany, Celine’s passion for hospitality was sparked by family travels across Europe and the US. After interning at a boutique hotel in Brighton, she pursued a degree in hospitality economics in Bavaria.

Luis was born and raised in Acapulco, Mexico. Growing up, his father made a point to share different flavors and dishes with him. He discovered that he enjoyed watching culinary shows and competitions, and he found himself falling for gastronomy.

Born and raised in Mexico City in a Spanish-influenced household, Ana developed a love for food and wine while cooking with her grandfather, who always shared a glass with her during their time in the kitchen. She is pursuing certification with the Court of Master Sommeliers.

A fourth-generation farmer from Madison, Wisconsin, the Highlands area has drawn Matt back since he first visited in May 2018. An avid outdoorsman, he called in for this interview from the trail.

Born in Longview, Texas, Jonathan found his calling in Western North Carolina, where he’s spent the past seven years growing with Old Edwards Hospitality Group, learning about different roles until he discovered his deep passion for wine.

Born and raised in Durango, Mexico, Lalo found his love for cooking early. His mother was one of his first mentors, teaching him his first recipes and techniques and instilling in him a passion for hospitality through food.

Sam grew up in England and moved to the US when he was 13 years old. He landed his first job when he was 15 at a local restaurant in Florida. He often traveled to Spain in the slow season to work at his family’s restaurant in San Miguel De Salinas.