Chefs Darko and Sarah Sanders
Both of these chefs take center stage for the first time at The DTLA Dinner Club, having acted as sous chefs before, for this colab it's their menu! Check out their bios below and follow them on Instagram at @mrssandersian and @chef_darko.
Chefs
Chef Darko
Chef Remrick Clemente (Chef Darko) came from humble beginnings. He started cooking with his aunt, cooking for his family. He graduated from Le Cordon bleu Hollywood in 2012 and soon thereafter, he started working at different restaurants learning different cuisines. He soon decided to open his own private catering company, specializing in Filipino cuisine with a twist. Every meal he creates reflects his love for his culture and traditions.
Chef Sarah Sanders
Starting her career as an animator, Chef Sarah Sanders contributed to iconic shows like The Simpsons while following her passion for cooking and transitioning into the culinary world blending the world of aesthetics and food.
As a private chef, social media food personality and recipe developer, Sarah shares her innovative recipes and culinary insights with a wide audience, and her expertise in design and video editing is highlighted through her work with Brad Metzger with contributions to Chef Con and other industry events.
Sarah honed her culinary skills as a chef at the acclaimed Los Angeles restaurant, Otium, where she worked under renowned Chef Tim Hollingsworth.
Drawing inspiration from her Persian, Armenian, and Brazilian heritage, Sarah brings a unique fusion of flavors to her cooking. Currently, Sarah is working on a cookbook that highlights fusion cuisine, blending diverse culinary traditions to create exciting and innovative dishes. Her cookbook aims to create a space of hospitality, inviting readers to explore new flavors and culinary techniques.
In addition to her professional achievements, Sarah is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of chefs. She serves as a mentor chef for the Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP), sharing her extensive knowledge and passion for the culinary arts with aspiring professionals.
Chef Sarah Sanders continues to inspire and influence the food industry with her creative space, recipes, and unwavering commitment to culinary excellence.
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