As a child Daniel was surrounded by some of the best Southern Cuisine connoisseurs, his own grandmothers and parents. As a young man he expanded his map of tastes when he attended and graduated from the prestigious Johnson & Wales Culinary University, Charleston, SC. Here he learned from Chefs from across the world including the Lead Chef at Princess Diana and Prince Charles' wedding. After school, Daniel spent the next two decades working at some of Atlanta's favorite and finest such as Ciboulette French Restaurant, Atlanta Fish Market, Bistango Mediterranean Restaurant, and Nickmoto's Sushi and Japanese Bar. He also spent years doing special events for 200 to 2000 guests in his Catering Career. He also loves to talk and get to know others!