Matthew H
@Chef Matthew Harker
Nouveau American chef with classic Mediterranean influences. I celebrate many cuisines and flavors with seasonal, local ingredients. I pull inspiration from Italy, Spain, France, India, Greece, North Africa and the Middle East. My foods will please and surprise your palate.  - - -  My passion for the art of cooking began as a child spending time in the kitchen with my Calabrese and Galician grandparents. While other children were watching Sesame Street, I was watching the greats: Julia Child, Jeff Smith of The Frugal Gourmet and Bob Ross. My desire to create art in many forms became clear to my mother, who enrolled me in The Red Barn art studio at age 5.  Over the years I have traveled extensively absorbing the art, architecture, and cuisine of many cultures in various countries. This worldwide exposure, and adventurous nature has greatly influenced the style and palate of all that I come to imagine and create.  I am a member of The Chef's Collaborative, a leading nonprofit network of chefs that’s changing the sustainable food landscape using the power of connections, education and responsible buying decisions. The Chefs Collaborative allows chefs in the Boston area to connect with the greater food community to celebrate local foods and foster a more sustainable food supply.