About the Author

Katie Reicher, executive chef of San Francisco’s renowned Greens Restaurant, brings a unique blend of family culinary traditions, formal training, and personal philosophy to her role. Raised in New York with influences from both Italian American and Ukrainian heritage, Katie developed a deep appreciation for seasonal, comforting cuisine from an early age. After studying at Cornell University and the Culinary Institute of America, she gained invaluable experience at Greens through an externship. Katie worked her way up through various positions at the restaurant before being named executive chef in 2020, continuing its legacy of female culinary leadership. Her approach to vegetarian cuisine is both traditional and innovative, focusing on seasonal ingredients and local sourcing. Katie aims to nourish guests physically, spiritually, and emotionally through her cooking. Her media appearances include NBC California Live and Forbes, and she actively collaborates with other renowned chefs, hosts dinner series, and participates in culinary summits and charitable events.