Chef Santiago was born and raised in Lima, Peru. He was educated at the Cordon Blue, Lima, with a major in Hospitality Management & Gastronomy.

With 24 years of experience catering premium Weddings, he moved to the US in 2008 and has worked in several renowned restaurants in NY, preparing dishes ranging from high-end Italian cuisine to traditional barbecue. Among his accolades, he received praise for his work in Newsday, Long Island’s press. Recently, he was featured on Skillet, a podcast highlighting food and memories of the Chefs living in America’s Southern States. Santiago has brought the very diverse Peruvian flavors to Asheville, where he has lived with his wife and kids since 2015. He is passionate about his roots and can create rich and uniquely delicious dishes with the intricate flavors of Peruvian and international ingredients. He is creative and dedicated, and his talent is apparent when you try any of his dishes, crafted with love.

Ana Austin was born in Lima, Peru. She studied Marketing and Advertising and worked in the Advertising Industry for many years. She moved to Florida in 1992 and attended Lynn University in Boca Raton, FL, where she obtained a Business degree. During her years in FL, she started a real estate business, working as an investor and a real estate broker. She is entrepreneurial, persistent, and creative, making her a successful businesswoman.

She is passionate about Peruvian flavors and has always dreamed of opening a Peruvian restaurant. When she recently moved to Asheville, she understood this city of diversity, fascinated with multicultural experiences. Her drive and tenacity, along with her excellent business sense, make her a creative entrepreneur who thrives when new challenges present.