Chef Minded
At Chef Minded Farms we offer a true farm-to-table experience with an island twist. Whether we are feeding the local community or catering private events and weddings, we deliver the freshest food at the highest quality service. From start to finish, we are passionate about creating unforgettable experiences for our clients. We believe impeccable service and incredible food starts with people who want to share the good–for our clients, for our communities and to the earth.
Meet Our Chefs
RYAN O'CONNOR
Since graduating from San Diego Culinary Institute in 2008, Ryan has been lucky enough to travel the world, learning and enjoying cuisine across the globe. After his internship under Chef Brian Malarkey at Oceanaire in San Diego, he joined the yachting industry where he worked his way up and became Executive Chef in 2013 on a 257’ mega yacht. While working as head chef, Ryan was able to take full advantage of the opportunities offered and trained under professional chefs in Mexico City, Tokyo, Cape Town, Bali, and Phuket. While in yachting, he had the opportunity to cook for some of the world’s most successful people, gaining praise from Tech Billionaires to Casino Tycoons to Arab Royalty. With his thirst for knowledge coupled with the challenge of a busy charter yacht that demanded 3 meals a day, he developed a deep knowledge and understanding of the culinary world.
After leaving the yachting industry in 2018 to start a family and an organic farm, Ryan has refocused his attention on the nutritional aspects of food. He seeks to recreate flavors and fusions from around the world with hand-selected local ingredients that will not only excite your senses but nourish your mind and body as well.
