Mike's culinary journey began in his grandmother’s kitchen, where the aroma of her family feasts sparked his love for cooking. With years of experience, he has served as the opening chef at renowned restaurants like Nerai and The Greek Tribeca in NYC. While passionate about Greek and Italian cuisines, Mike has also mastered flavors from Mexican and Middle Eastern kitchens. A graduate of the Art Institute of Colorado, Mike is currently the executive chef and owner of Home Bites. He focuses on creating memorable dining experiences that foster connections and celebrate life’s special moments through food.

With over 20 years of experience as one of Seattle's leading caterers, Herban Feast Catering by Landmark Event Co has built its name on award-winning dining and world-class service. Our seasoned event team is on hand to craft a custom menu for you and your guests, choose the perfect finishing touches to make everything sparkle, and carefully plan every detail so that you can enjoy every moment of your special day or event.

Avenue Catering is the premier catering company for Greater Western Washington and truly a "custom" caterer. We do not have a restaurant or other venue to distract or limit your menu selections. While we have menu and entree ideas, and of course, we have our favorite recipes, we strive to create each menu unique to your event. We are a fully licensed catering company providing outstanding service, creative decor, and delicious food.

I am a nerd, artist, food stylist, world traveler, and learner. I studied marketing at USC and finished my degree at the University of Washington. But, I love cooking, playing a piano and being an artist.. You can learn about me here. https://charcuterina.com/the-beautiful-life