Chef Davis trained in classical French cooking but her world travels have expanded her knowledge of international cuisine, ingredients and techniques. After earning her culinary diploma at Le Cordon Bleu, Davis spent years as the recipe tester at the Los Angeles Times, working with the recipes of (and sometimes alongside) world-famous chefs like Marcus Samuelson, Nancy Silverton, and Anthony Bourdain. Afterward, Davis went on to instruct guests onboard Holland America Lines’ cruise ships as an official teacher of America’s Test Kitchen, the renowned PBS cooking show. While traveling the world, Davis had the opportunity to study under chefs in Asia, Europe, South America, and the Caribbean. Once she returned to shore, Davis served as co-buyer and catering manager for a well-known international gourmet market in L.A. Now, she has returned to her first love—teaching. Culinary writing, food-styling, catering, and sourcing organic, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients round out Davis’ years of experience in the field.