GM of Cassava, one half of the operating team, the other half is my husband Chef Kristoffer Toliao.

My passion and purpose in life is "to add value": I want Cassava to add value to the neighborhood, and also I want Cassava to create a working environment that adds value to all that work in it.

I loved that Cassava has definitely become a community gathering place; from morning coffee to tasting menu dinner. Thrillist dubbed us an "all-day superstar in the Richmond District."