Gen is a professionally trained recipe developer, culinary coach, and certified holistic chef. She graduated from culinary school and launched her recipe site, Two Cloves Kitchen, in 2021. In addition to her holistic chef certification, she has received her integrative nutrition/health coach certification and is preparing for her Certified Nutrition Consultant (CNC) credential.

Her journey began with personal challenges; she was diagnosed with IBS at a very young age and was told by doctors that symptom management was her only option. For over 30 years, she experienced daily pain, discomfort, low energy & mood, and generally just didn’t feel good. In her 30s, she was diagnosed with small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) and underwent numerous treatments to tackle it. She continues to work with her dietitian to actively heal her gut and improve her quality of life.

Today, as a culinary coach, Gen is dedicated to helping others cook real food at home through nourishing, thoughtfully crafted recipes, meal plans, and personalized coaching. She combines her expertise in culinary arts with holistic health knowledge to empower clients on their wellness journeys, focusing on food that tastes good, feels good, and fits their individual needs.