Location: Punta Mita, Mexico / Santa Barbara, CA | Specialty: Luxury Plant-Based & Allergen-Friendly Fine Dining
Internationally recognized as a leading voice in modern, mindful dining, Chef Leslie Durso proves that sustainability and dietary restrictions never require compromising on luxury. Dubbed the “plant-based Martha Stewart,” Chef Leslie has catered to the Hollywood elite, New York socialites, and global luxury brands. She is currently a featured vegan chef for the Four Seasons Resorts in Punta Mita and Santa Barbara, where she seamlessly blends indulgence with wellness. An avid world traveler, she immerses herself in global kitchens from Thailand to Italy, bringing back a unique ability to create plant-forward, inclusive menus that allow all guests to share an extraordinary, uncompromising meal together.