I am a freelance food stylist, recipe developer, and private chef based out of Charleston, SC. Creating unique and delicious food for photos and for people is my passion. Born and raised in Georgia, I began my culinary journey in the kitchen with James Beard award winner Hugh Acheson. America’s Test Kitchen, Flour & Water and Petit Crenn followed as I worked my way through the ranks of the line cook in San Francisco and earned my stripes in the kitchen. I then worked at Dotdash Food Studios, creating content for brands like Food & Wine, Real Simple, Southern Living, Health, and People Magazine among others. After 6 years as a stylist and recipe developer, I started my own business, Ali Eats, where along with food styling, I am hosting private dinners and culinary events that bring communities and passionate culinary producers and eaters together for nights of fun and deliciousness. .