chef de party

I’m Katie, the creator and chef behind zest.

Here’s what I know:

2 words - mac & cheese

I savor nostalgia, and revel in storytelling

I’m a collector of adventures, stories, and people

I’m currently on the hunt for homemade rootbeer

I’ve had the same favorite color for forever - chartreuse green

I’ve been a mascot, farm hand, waiter, spin instructor, wine pour-er, dog walker, designer, Wal-Mart garden center attendee, & retail cashier

And I get the biggest kick from people from all corners of the world

Just add zest

zest was born from the craving for genuine and authentic connection with others outside of apps and social media in a changing world. Finding the space and occasion to solicit this type of kinship proved difficult. So, I took matters into my own hands, and designed a dinner party that felt most authentic and genuine to me. These dinner parties add, dare I say, zest to life.

Food is my love language

Food is a storyteller, a love language that connects us to one another. Food can be enjoyed alone, but I think it’s most enjoyable when sharing it with others.

The planning and execution of our dinner parties is quite literally a “labor of love”. I put love into every inch of planning and preparation to assure the experience is nothing short of extraordinary.

Not your average dinner plans

Each ingredient, dinner course, and place setting is carefully considered. I cultivate a comfortable and cozy space for you to enjoy a whimsical evening with new and old friends.