Chef Syd is a graduate of the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts and a former Disney chef with a passion for bold, beautiful food and interactive culinary experiences.

She spent two years cooking at Walt Disney World, contributing to:

• EPCOT Food & Wine Festivals, where she helped create globally inspired dishes from Japan to Brazil
• Boatwright’s Dining Hall, where she mastered Southern-Cajun comfort food
• The Crystal Palace, where she served elevated classics to thousands of guests daily

Syd has also traveled to countries such as Panama and China to learn food traditions firsthand. These experiences shaped her belief that food should not only taste incredible but also tell a story — a philosophy she brings to every class she teaches. Her style is fun, supportive, and full of flavor, leaving guests laughing, learning, and inspired.