Chef Denise Crider
Chef Denise formally trained in Culinary at both Johnson and Wales University and Gulf Coast State College. Before coming to Bay County, she has had the opportunity to live and cook in some extraordinary places, including Hawaii, San Francisco, and Spain.
For 10 years she has been a Chef Instructor at Gulf Coast State College and has shared her unique skills with countless students. Her primary focus was educating and preparing students for a career in culinary management and hospitality.
Chef is passionate about teaching and wants to bring her unique experience and talent to the public as well. She has been a regular on live local television segments sharing methods and recipes with the public, developed cooking camps for kids, and has even judged locally sponsored culinary challenges.
Chef Denise believes that bringing people together through a passion for good food, a desire to learn, and lots of laughter is the recipe for a great kitchen experience! She can’t wait to share this experience with you!