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Orange County-Based 24 carrots Full-Service Catering and Events Company Announces Award-Winning Culinary Artist, Ashley Santo Domingo, as Executive Chef

24 carrots, known as Southern California’s top trendsetter in the catering and events industry, has today announced the appointment of Ashley Santo Domingo as Executive Chef. Ashley joins the innovative team at 24 carrots to bring her unparalleled, award-winning food creations to the discerning clients – from brides to corporations - who trust 24 carrots to deliver the absolute finest in catering. Prior to her role at 24 carrots, Chef Ashley competed on season 9 of Bravo’s Top Chef, and was nominated for the James Beard’s Rising Star Chef in the Pacific Northwest in 2008. 

“Chef Ashley brings her enthusiastic commitment to excellence and wealth of culinary knowledge to the talented team at 24 carrots,” said Jon Brown, 24 carrots co-owner. “Her inventive cooking will surprise and delight our valued clients and her credentials add an exciting dimension to the 24 carrots team.”

Chef Ashley’s diverse experience and quick rise to prominence has marked her as a top young culinary talent. In her native Seattle, she experienced humble beginnings at Ray’s Boathouse Catering, rising from intern to sous chef in just three years. She then worked at a variety of top restaurants and caterers alongside notable mentors who helped diversify her skills. This includes Michelin Award-winning master chef and restaurateur Terrance Brennan – the driving force behind the famed Artisanal Fromagerie Bistro and Wine Bar in New York. 

“Joining the team at 24 carrots will allow me to push the creative needle and continue to deliver the unbelievably delicious food that has built 24 carrots into a household name,” said Ashley Santo Domingo, Executive Chef, 24 carrots. “I want to take the 24 carrots’ menus to the next level and expand our client relationships through our remarkable menu offerings that you won’t be able to find anywhere else in Southern California.” 

In her role as Executive Chef at 24 carrots, Chef Ashley will partner with Creative Art Director, Arpi Torosyan to create and evolve the memorable appetizers, dishes, and desserts from the company that have been ruling the Pinterest boards and wedding blogs. In addition to catering events, Chef Ashley will oversee the menus at 24 carrots’ numerous bistros across Orange County.  

In addition, 24 carrots is preparing to connect Chef Ashley with the public through exciting culinary demos, appearances and even online classes. For more information on Chef Ashley’s involvement in the OC culinary community, please visit www.24carrots.com/blog.

About 24 carrots:

24 carrots is the most sought-after catering and events company is Southern California. For nearly a decade, the family-owned business has built a stellar reputation around its unbelievably delicious food, unsurpassed personalized service and genuine passion for helping people make unforgettable memories together. A recipient of the highly regarded Catersource ACE Award for achievement in catering excellence, 24 carrots produces extraordinary weddings, social gatherings and corporate events across Orange, Los Angeles and San Diego counties. Visit www.24carrots.com for more information. 

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