Hometown
Atlanta, GA
Chef Bio
Hi there, my name is Jude Barnes. Miami born and Atlanta raised, delicious food has always been the center of my life. For the last ten years, I’ve been a restaurant chef, caterer, and culinary instructor in the San Francisco Bay Area. I am now a full time private chef and licensed caterer, providing seasonal locally sourced bites to my community.
How long have you been working with Big City Chefs?
SInce late 2023
If I were a spice, I would be…
Tamarind, because I’m sweet, tangy, and fond of a good lime-y cocktail.
My favorite local purveyors, artisans, and farmers:
Martinez Farmer’s Market: Picoso Farms from Watsonville, Fungi Farms from Orinda, Alhambra Valley Pears and Beef / Vallejo Farmer’s Market: East Bay Artisans/ Local Companies: Hog Island Oyster Co. / Grocery Stores: Sprouts Farmer’s Market, 99 Ranch (Richmond), Costco (Kirkland Signature Organic Meats) / Brands: Ancient Organics, Bob’s Red Mill, Guittard, Miyoko’s, Thai Kitchen, Tcho
What I love about cooking and hospitality…
I love how food connects people through unique and shared culture while also nourishing our bodies.
What are your top three go-to pantry items?
High quality extra virgin olive oil, aged white wine vinegar, local honey
