A Philadelphia native, Dana has been in the foodservice and hospitality industry for more than a decade. Her work as a chef saw her in restaurants spanning the east coast, including Relais and Chateaux and Eater National-recognized properties.
Broadening her horizons in the specialty food world, she has worked behind and managed several notable cheese counters, and in 2019 was a recipient of the competitive l’Amuse internship through Essex St. Cheese. She was awarded the title of Certified Cheese Professional from the American Cheese Society in 2021.