Chef Nikki Murillo
This month's chef's spotlight comes from our Chicago market. She has been with Friend That Cooks for just over a year after making a career change to pursue her passion for food. Meet Nikki!
In her own words.
Growing up in an Italian household, food has always been an important part of my life. I used to watch and cook with my grandma, and that is what inspired me to become a cook. Ever since I can remember, food has been my passion. I honestly never thought that cooking would be my career. After several years of schooling in various majors, and never really feeling happy or satisfied with what I was doing, I decided to go to culinary school. While working overnights as an ER Tech, I attended Kendall College and graduated with my Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts. I went on to work mostly in corporate catering on a very large scale. I've worked for companies such as Google, Yahoo, Uber, Pinterest and Walt Disney World and eventually on to Friend that Cooks.
I wouldn't trade what I do for anything in the world. Food is my passion. It brings people together, makes people happy, and gives us the nourishment that we need. I'm happy that I can provide that for people. Whenever I'm not cooking, I love going out to eat in Chicago, one of the greatest food cities in the world! I also love traveling and exploring new places!