Botanical Alchemy, Flavor, and Function

At Root and the Hearth, I bring plants, mushrooms, and food to life in ways that are innovative, functional, and deeply nourishing. My work blends traditional herbal wisdom, culinary creativity, and modern product development — resulting in formulations and recipes that are both effective and unforgettable.

Formulations start at $1500, reflecting years of expertise, research, and a proven track record of taking ideas from spark to shelf.

Portfolio Highlights

• Herbal & Skincare Formulations
  Western herbs, Ayurvedic blends, and botanicals transformed into lotions, oils, balms, and topicals that truly work.

• Mushroom Magic
  Functional mushroom drinks, body care, and wellness-focused creations inspired by both culinary and medicinal traditions.

• Hemp & Cannabis Topicals
  Pioneering formulations for relaxation, intimacy, and healing.

• Aphrodisiacs
  A signature specialty — infused chocolates, sensual oils, and edible delights designed to spark joy and connection.

• Culinary Creations
  Cookbook author and recipe developer with experience in ferments, kombucha, botanically infused chocolates, breads, and plant-forward dishes.

• Product Development
  From ideation to shelf — I’ve created and sold brands, written cookbooks, and developed products featured at farmers markets, Whole Foods, and beyond.

Work With Me

Looking to bring a new product to life? Need recipes for your brand or cookbook? I offer custom formulations, recipe development, and product consulting to help you create something truly unique.

Formulations start at $1500 and scale depending on complexity, testing, and scope.

Let’s make something extraordinary together.