Mushrooms have been a part of my own cooking for a long time. The textures and bold umami flavors they have to offer have long inspired culinary adventures for me. Years ago, a good friend, who is a deep well of knowledge, invited me to go foraging. I had no prior experience gathering or identifying wild mushrooms, but with his expertise and guidance we walked through the woods and I came home with two and a half pounds of chanterelles. It was truly thrilling and decadent. Soon after, they began growing mushrooms professionally. When that business expanded, I joined him and we worked together growing gourmet mushrooms for four years. At the end of 2025, when my mentor felt a calling to change paths, I felt compelled to continue.

Award Winning Farm grew from a solid foundation and an opportunity to carry on with the knowledge and expertise I had gained to cultivate perfect varieties of culinary mushrooms such as lions mane, king trumpets, king blue oyster. I have worked to expand our offerings while maintaining the highest possible quality and consistency to deliver to discerning chefs. I truly love working with mushrooms and sharing their possibilities with those who might be new to what they bring to the table. I take great pride in my work, product and the community that arises from participating in Houston’s culturally rich local farm and diverse culinary landscape.