Sandra is best described as a nurturing cook. She believes that the only way to cook, is to cook with love! Sandra’s philosophy is evident with every meal she serves. You can sense her level of passion by her well-defined flavor profile. Her ingredients are always fresh and her food it always tasty. She finds great joy in cooking for her family and considers every customer part of her Familia. Cooking provides a sense of fulfillment for Sandra knowing that she’s satisfying the need for healthy and delicious food.

Ilinka’s Bio
Ilinka was raised in a small and previously rural town where she developed a love for Food & People. Being a first-generation daughter, opened up a world of opportunity when it came to unique cuisines and life experiences. Ilinka studied Hospitality and Business Management both as a bay area local and new Long Beach resident. She went on to combine her cooking and entrepreneurial skills when she cofounded Tensix, a nonprofit that helps the food insecure. Ilinka’s food is a reflection of her Mexican and Serbian background but also influenced by her diverse upbringing in the Bay Area. All of her dishes are comforting and executed with attention to every detail. For ChefCentury, Ilinka teams up with her first and #1 mentor, her mom Sandra.