Meet Chef Kirsten!

After graduating from Iowa State University with a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Chef Kirsten took a chance, followed her passion, and enrolled in culinary school at the International Culinary Center in New York City. After culinary school Chef Kirsten took the opportunity to hone her skills, working at numerous restaurants and with talented chefs throughout her 9 years as a New Yorker. Working as a line cook at restaurants such as Jean Georges Spice Market and Soho House NYC, along with a stint at La Scuola di Eataly NYC as an Assistant Instructor helped mold Chef Kirsten into the culinary curator she is today. By taking these invaluable experiences, learning countless lessons along the way, and always remembering to cook with LOVE, Chef Kirsten has created the PreppedUP!By Chef Kirsten brand, and she can't wait to get YOU PreppedUP!