Taylor’s food has a miraculous way of not only nourishing your physical needs, but truly kindling your heart and thrilling your mind. All of her food is created with nothing but the utmost care, consideration and bold creativity. She has a unique way of putting a notable spin on even the most simple items and having impressionable meals that linger in both your mouth and, most importantly, your memories. I’ve had the pleasure of eating Taylor’s food many times and it’s easy for me to say that I have countless memories while around Chef Taylor’s table- rooted in laughter, adventure, relaxation, celebration, community and nourishment. Her food brings people together and always makes me feel whole again, too. Whether she has had months to plan her meals or is creating and impromptu dish, Taylor’s food will leave you satiated in more ways than you knew you could be.

— Chelsey S.

Working with Taylor was one of the huge highlights of my pregnancy. I didn’t have a traditional pregnancy in the slightest. I was twenty years old, found out at well over twenty weeks pregnant, and didn’t have a clue what to do. Taylor was like a lighthouse in the storm, she empowered me through all of the new confusing questions and decisions I was having to make. She never once told me I had to do anything a certain way, she instead provided me with the tools and resources I needed, she educated me, and empowered me to come to my own conclusions even if they weren’t ones she would personally choose. When it came to labor and delivery I truly don’t think I would have been able to follow through with the dream birth I wanted had it not been for her. I chose to give birth naturally and in a birthing tub and she made sure that what I wanted was going to happen. She sat with me for the entirety of my twelve hour hospital labor, where she was my advocate and helped me to make rational and informed decisions that I was happy with despite what my providers were suggesting. She was able to help me feel relief during intense contractions through different natural techniques, she reminded me to breathe and listen to my body during transition and pushing, and she made sure that I knew I was in charge. She also made sure that despite my initial hesitation that I had pictures of my labor and birth which are photos that I now treasure more than anything. Being a young untraditional mother definitely came with a lot of people questioning my choices and knowledge on what I wanted, and Taylor made sure that I never once had to question my choices and I’m forever grateful for that.

— Skyler L.

I can’t say enough good things about Taylor! I didn’t think I wanted/needed a doula but began to panic as my due date approached. I really wanted a natural childbirth and was afraid that it would be a challenge in the hospital setting. I am so glad I found Taylor. My daughter was sunny side up and I ended up pushing for almost four hours. She suggested several different positions that I believe helped coax her out and most importantly, she whipped out a rebozo and held on to it while I pushed. That is exactly what I needed and my daughter finally came out. During labor she encouraged me, challenged me, fanned me (bless her) and was exactly the support I needed. She also had a bag full of snacks for after I gave birth, which saved the day because nothing was open. I hope she’ll be by my side for all my future births.

— Crystal S.

Taylor makes magic in the kitchen. I've eaten a lot of good food in my life and really value high quality, well-made food, but Taylor's meals were hands-down some of the absolute best meals I've ever had. Truly. She imbues her cooking with love and intention and is so thoughtful about the process. She has an intuitive knack for building meals that are truly nourishing; my body felt so well fueled and I didn't experience the bloating, lethargy, or sugar crashes I often do. My energy felt sustainable. And the taste! Lawdddd, every meal was just straight up manna. I honestly don't know how she does it, but she does. If you're looking for delicious meals created with loving intention that are high quality and nourishing, do not hesitate to hire Taylor.

Ashley F.

I do not even know where to begin. Taylor is truly the “secret sauce”. Every ingredient, every recipe, every meal is chosen and prepared with so much care, love, and intention. She takes the time to get to know you and your needs and selects ingredients and herbs to support that. She is so knowledgeable about the nutrients and benefits of what each item can add and how it can benefit you and support your goals. The food she prepares is delicious, but that is just barely scratching the surface. She plans and prepares food to truly nourish your body and mind. Not only are the food and meals she prepares so intentional but she is a beautiful,calming, nurturing human. The bonus is having her in your home while she prepares the meals, she brings comfort and support and just having her around feels like a huge hug that you didn’t know you needed. Taylor (and her food) truly nourishes your soul!

Taylor’s Strengths I feel like I could write a novel on Taylor’s strengths and what she brings to the world, but I will keep it concise for the sake of this exercise. I will never forget the times shared at her house, always with her in an apron and approximately 50 pots and pans bubbling and roasting away. She fearlessly tackles events with love and compassion; holidays, birthdays, moving days, chicken-slaughter days; she’s always first in, last out. She’s got all the supplies, she’s got food prepped and food cooking and food marinating for two days from now. Oh and she’s got fresh made pumpkin cinnamon rolls to snack on right now. She’s opened her home to the masses, never blinking when we come for seconds, thirds, and reheating the feast the next day when we inevitably all sleep over. Most notably, she is there for the quiet times too. The times when it feels like everyone else has moved on or has forgotten; Taylor is there with a meal and a compassionate ear. And boxes to help you move. Or space to watch your wild dog. I will never forget the work she did for our community when the Butte Wildfire burned through in 2015. Not only did she open her home as a safe place to evacuate to that was outside the ring of fire, she took up a collection and donated her own time and money to meal prep tons of healthy food for those displaced, then spent what must have been hours driving around the hills, distributing it to various folks. This may have gone largely unrecognized but that is the kind of thing Taylor is known for. I personally will never forget my last day in California, when I was finishing packing up my home for 5 years and preparing to drive back across the country with whatever could fit in my truck. Taylor showed up with a haul of farm fresh goodies and made me some sort of delicious, nutritive, local, egg and veggie Benedict-type breakfast dish (my favorite), and we sat on my porch in the sunshine for probably the last time. She knew I needed that anchor, that support and she gave it in the form of food and friendship. I didn’t have to ask; she was just there. That is her magic; I seek her when I want to have a blast, dance all night, plan a new garden, or wear an outfit that makes me feel fabulous. I also seek her in the quiet moments when I need support because I can depend on one thing: she will already be there, waiting to support me, typically with a buttery baked good of some sort and some food she’s grown herself.

-Juliette S.