I met Kayla when I took her fermenting class through the local Co-op. She came to my rescue a few years later when I had an emergency abdominal surgery with complications. She came to our home and prepared, not only nutritious high protein post surgical meals for me, she also made gourmet and hearty meals for my husband as he continued his busy business life and caring for me. He enjoyed fresh line-caught salmon, free range roasted chicken and roasted veggies while I savored Kayla's soups, smoothies, hearty hot cereals and a pumpkin spiced dessert concoction that I asked for after every meal. She left us many frozen delights, too. We only wish we could have her full time! Again, when our friend in the SF East Bay Area was down with an autoimmune disorder we asked Kayla to cook a week's worth of meals for her. Our friend was so thrilled to have Kayla's company and healthy cooking come to her kitchen. Thank you Kayla, for taking such good care of us through your healing energy that abounds in all that you serve up! read more

Kayla is a majickal goddess when it comes to preparing food for people made with absolute love and joy!!! We have hired her for our wedding in June, and have only done the tasting so far, but I was speechless and my partner literally CRIED the food was so tasty. You can taste the love and passion Kayla puts into her work with every bite. She has been phenomenally professional throughout the whole process-- doing a primary interview with us that lasted over an hour and a half because we connected so well, has brought so much joy and creativity to helping us plan the menu, and has been incredibly flexible with our many dietary restrictions as well as changing budget restraints (we went from 175-250 person wedding, and she came up with an alternative menu that fit our budget so quickly). We cannot wait for our wedding-- and will sing Kayla's praises across the whole wide world! :D read more

Kayla didn't show up to a scheduled workshop she was suppose to put on for our Burning Man camp and I normally do not like to leave bad reviews but not only did she not show, I have not received an explanation of what happened or a message apologizing even after reaching out to her asking why she didn't show and letting her know how disappointed I was. I made an event on our Burning Man page with all of the details and hand painted signs that were up all week. The day of her workshop, I waited at the camp for 2 hours prior to the event time so I could welcome her and help her with anything she needed and not only did I wait for nothing, people that were there to attend were let down too. So disappointing. It would be nice if she at least had the respect to reach out and let us know what happened. So unprofessional. read more

I was fortunate enough to have been nourished by Kayla for ten days! She lovingly prepared and served 40 of us breakfast, lunch and dinner each day. Her meals were AMAZING. Just writing this review makes my mouth water! I loved it so much. The food was not only delicious but so healthy. That is definitely the healthiest I've eaten in years. I know that each meal prepared was done with so much love and respect for each of us. It's almost like you could sense that in the food! And to top it off, after eating 3 of her full meals for ten days I somehow didn't gain a billion pounds! Kayla is the best. I'd contract her myself if I could! read more

Nourishing, heart and belly warming, beautifully presented, lovingly prepared soul food. I had the great privilege of being nourished by Kayla's creations for over a week at a festival I attended while in the states - what a revelation! Not only was the food itself amazing, but Kayla's passion, intuition and creativity were utterly awe-inspiring. It reignited my own passion for beautiful food and conscious eating. A true artist, a consummate professional and amazing teacher. I hope to see Taste Your Roots hit Australia for a foodie tour some time soon. Magnificent. read more

Kayla created culinary magic for our wedding! She realized (and exceeded) our fantasy of a Balinese vegan feast for 150 people. The flavors were perfectly on point and the ingredients were all organic and locally sourced - AMAZING! Service and presentation was seamless even though she had to roll with unexpected time changes. She was a joy to work with - professional all the way (and so sweet!). She kept us on our budget and was willing to make changes based on our feedback. Love goes into everything she does and you feel it. And OMG the cake was to die for. read more

Kayla is a talented and conscientious food wizard! For several years, she has fed our tribe of 70+ people during a week-long event with limited budget and kitchen amentities. She ensured we had organic, nourishing meals that were lovingly prepared and tailored for multiple dietary needs. She weaves in education about food, cooking and nutrion along with rituals that help create a complete dining experience that builds connection and community. Every year gets better as Kayla is dedicated to her craft and values. You will be thrilled with the experience! read more

I have been at several events now where Kayla has prepared our food over multiple days in a huge outdoor camp kitchen--and every meal was fresh, organic, unique and most of all delicious! She came prepared with every spice and delicacy that she would need to feed 50 of us over a 6 day period and she nailed it every time! Every bite is filled with nourishing goodness and I could feel the love in its preparation and its presentation. I would highly recommend Taste Your Roots to anyone wanting high integrity, top quality cuisine. read more

Excellent menu, fantastic food, great service. We had 120 people over for a garden party. Kayla worked with us to come up with menu that fit our needs. The passed gazpacho and ceviche hors d'oeuvres were a big hit.The seafood paella and the sliced flank steak in a wild mushroom sauce over saffron rice was wonderful. And the fall salad in a light oil and vinegar dressing was refreshing. The yellow cake with raspberry filling and butter cream frosting finished the meal with an exclamation point. read more

Kayla offers a remarkable skill set at rates that are incredibly affordable in the culinary artistry world. Her cheffing combines decades of world travel studying global cuisine with a down to earth, farm fresh feel that makes eating fun, deeply nourishing, and highly educational. Whether it's for a large event, home cooking, retreat, or wedding, Kayla will bring professionalism, skill, organization, delicious healthful eats, and her infectious authentic joy. read more

I have been to almost 20 cooking classes over the past two years with Kayla. Every class has been so informative, but the star is Kayla! She brings her passion for cooking into every detail and makes the experience entertaining and delicious! I also used Kayla's catering services for my 60th birthday party. She allowed me to supply my own lamb and vegetables and prepared a feast I will never forget. I would highly recommend Kayla for your next event! read more

We hired Kayla to run the kitchen and cook for our gathering for 9 days for a crew of nearly 70. In field conditions, she planned, coordinated and produced incredible meals every single day. No one went hungry, all the food was prepared with care and love, and set us up for all of the work we had to do during the rest of our retreat. And she created an incredible wedding cake out of next to nothing! Magic. read more

Kayla is very professional and more notably, a joy to work with! She handles the finances with ease and grace. Her time management is excellent. She is pleasant with extra nutritional dynamics and maintains her focus. Her attention to a variety of dietary needs is commendable. And the THE most important thing, her food is yummy! read more

I experienced Kayla and her cooking on a long retreat. Every meal was delicious, balanced, healthy and smooth to digest. She is consc iously spreading love in the food she cooks and the people she's nourishing - so much hugs and laughter in the kitchen!! Kayla is a beautiful person, beaming with integrity, talent and passion! read more

Kayla is a genius at planning for and working in a field setting, we have enjoyed the most wonderful and nourishing of meals in the most unlikely of places, served with grace, warmth, and love. What more could you ask for? The depth of her knowledge about food and its origins is also fascinating. She is a remarkable chef. read more

I was also fortunate enough to receive meals from Kayla for 10 days at a retreat for 40 people. Each day I was amazed at how HEAVENLY the food tasted and was presented. Each dish was truly unique and nutritious! Kayla is professional, calm, and incredibly soulful. You will be happy choosing her to host any event. read more

i've had the privilege of being served by kayla for a few years now and i gotta say, she's absolutely amazing. not only is the food stunning, tasty, sustainably sourced, and totally nourishing, but she exudes enjoyment while she cooks -- it's obvious this woman loves her work! i cannot recommend her more highly. read more

Some of the best meals I've had in my life were prepared by Kayla, from brunch, to dinner, to wedding cakes, she can make whole veggies and fruits into make your mouth smile deliciousness. When I think of her meals, I think of the stuff that makes life good -- food, community, sustainability, and joy. read more