"Into the Wild"

The Big Sip

Episode 12 of The Big Sip officially kicks off our Culinary Spotlight Series, with none other than Executive Chef Sean Streete. Of West Indian heritage, Sean and his family migrated from Jamaica when Sean was a youth. In his early adulthood life he encountered an "Into the Wild" moment, yearning to discover the meaning and purpose of life, ultimately leading him to Miami. Upon completing his Associates Degree at the Culinary Arts from Le Cordon Bleu in Miami, Florida, Sean was given the opportunity to work for the illustrious "95 Cordova" in St.Augustine, Florida. After receiving a call from a legendary California chef inviting him to come back West, Sean returned to Northern California's wine country where he spent his time refining his craft in some of the world's finest kitchens including Bouchon Bistro, Iron Chef's Morimotos, Auberge du Soleil and Meadowood Napa Valley. Having worked for multiple Michelin-Starred restaurants, Sean has cultivated relationships with local farmers and established regionally inspired menus all whilst honing his craft. Besides numerous awards and accolades, Sean has yearned for the modernizing of the cuisines that represent those of his West Indian heritage. He uses a blend of both classical French and modern molecular gastronomical cooking techniques while continuing to place primary emphasis on sourcing the best ingredients. He describes his food as "modern-French" due to his organic approach to preparing food which reflects his respect for the growing seasons. Chef Sean has continuously made efforts to give back to the various communities that aided him in becoming the Chef he is today. This obligation to feeding his communities lends additional support to his reasons for stating his non-profit organization, "Out of Necessity." #SipWithUs and dive into Sean's cup of wisdom and whirlwind journey! Stay up-to-date by following him on Instagram @mr.streete