Chef Maria Stiles
Sous Chef, The Stovehouse
Maria began her culinary career at age 15, working in a breakfast diner on a military base in Germany. Since then, she has refined her skills in prestigious James Beard Award-winning restaurants and vibrant, family-run scratch kitchens across Texas and Washington. Maria specializes in elevated Southern comfort food, cherishing the cultural roots behind each dish, and taking immense pride in using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Maria mentors aspiring chefs and participates in community outreach initiatives. She holds a degree from the Culinary Institute of America and a diploma in hospitality management.
When not in the kitchen, Maria enjoys hiking and foraging for fresh ingredients, food photography, yoga and mindfulness practices.