A little About Me


My love for cooking began in childhood, when I’d call my parents to learn the secrets of the dishes I adored and discovered the deep gratitude that comes from nourishing others. After graduating from Le Cordon Bleu Cambridge in 2015, I worked Italian Kitchens and Catering companies. I realized I lived in a town that desperately had a need for healthier options, In 2018, I launched Jessy’s Clean Meals from my mother’s kitchen, grew into a full commissary at The Revolving Test Kitchen in 2020, and grew my business through pop-ups, catering events, and nutrition workshops. In 2023, I opened Jessy’s Place Café in Lawrence, MA—a fast-casual spot for scratch-made meals, local coffee, and nourishing smoothies—while building a wellness community with hikes, sunset yoga, and outdoor breathwork sessions. Today my cafe is a clear image of myself, my love for healthy food and the outdoors.

Something You Might Not Have Known About me.....


I’ve faced a lifelong battle with alcohol, and going outdoors really helped my sobriety—that’s where my love for nature began and I found a safe circle of people. Even now, as I navigate addiction, recovery, and relapses, I draw strength from connecting with others, spending time outside, and surrounding myself with positivity. I share this because stress and daily challenges don’t get any easier—it’s a fight I wage every day. My café, as transparent as I am, reminds me that despite the struggles, I have an incredible support system and a team who stand by me.
Even though I don't let my struggles define me, I still believe there is strength in sharing with others what we face in hopes that someone can relate!

Jessy's Place Cafe 2023

  • Every vegetarian, scratch-made meal at Jessy’s Place Café nourishes body and soul with health-forward ingredients crafted from the heart.

  • I love leading local hikes with a community of over 20, gentle yoga flows in our Courtyard, and breathwork sessions under the trees—creating spaces for healing, connection, and gratitude.

  • Here, we come together as a community to support each other through life’s battles, celebrate every small victory, and find resilience and joy in each bite and every step.