meet our team
yvette walker
Founder, Head Culinarian
I was lucky enough to grow up with a Great-Aunt who embodied the true spirit of "old school" Sunday dinners. You know the ones I’m talking about—the kind of meal that wasn’t just dinner, but a full-on feast. Five main dishes, a mountain of sides, and more desserts than you could count, all of which took the entire day on Saturday to prepare. Sitting in her kitchen, surrounded by the aroma of good food and the warmth of her love, was my favorite place to be. Watching her cook up a storm for our family felt like magic, and without even realizing it, she passed that magic on to me.
It wasn’t until I started cooking for my own family and friends that I realized how deeply she’d instilled that passion for food in me. The joy I felt in the kitchen, recreating those comforting meals and making new ones, brought back those childhood memories in the best way. After endless meal requests, ten years of professional experience in the food industry, and a lot of determination to build something meaningful from scratch, I decided to take the plunge and start Hedonist Foodie in 2018.
SIYANNA MAHAN
Co-Founder, Brand Strategist and Creative Director
I’m not a trained chef—the best thing I can whip up is a grilled cheese and canned tomato soup (seriously, no shame in the classics)! My journey into this role actually started with a phone call from Yvette, who also happens to be my best friend’s mom. She asked if I could help out with a website (or maybe just edit it, the details are fuzzy). I said sure, and that’s how I ended up designing the first-ever Hedonist Foodie site! It wasn’t as polished as this one, but it got us started.
After that, I realized how much fun I was having and wanted to dive in even more. Back then, Hedonist Foodie was just a meal prep service. But after plenty of brainstorming sessions and some creative revamping (maybe twice!), we’ve evolved into the flavorful, fun brand you see today!
I wear many hats in my role as co-founder and creative director, but my main goal is to make sure Yvette’s vision for Hedonist Foodie comes to life in the best possible way. Every design, dish, and detail is crafted with her vision in mind, ensuring we bring that passion for food straight to your table.
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We're always on the lookout for passionate, creative individuals to join the Hedonist Foodie family! If you love food, thrive in a dynamic environment, and are excited about bringing flavorful experiences to life, we’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re a culinary expert or simply a food enthusiast, there’s a place for you here. Let’s cook up something amazing together!
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