A San Jose native, Phillip graduated from San Jose State with a degree in communication studies. Starting his culinary career in fine dining, Chef Phillip moved to San Diego where he learned a variety of culinary styles.  He created everything from tapas to bar food to fusion style concepts, and worked popups at some of San Diego's breweries as well as weddings and in-home teaching classes where he created farm to table, freshly made dishes. Chef Phillip has also spent time being a private Chef for families throughout his career, catering celebrations from anniversaries to birthdays, graduations, and baby showers. He has experience in both front and back of house and is Michelin trained. Chef Phillip provides a welcoming hands on experience when it comes to teaching and showing people about something he truly is passionate about.