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Executive Chef and Owner @Luna Rotisserie And Empanadas
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WORK HISTORY
Executive Chef and Owner @Luna Rotisserie And Empanadas
Durham, NC
With a menu that captures the unique and varied cuisines of South America, yet maintains its roots in the American South, Luna’s cuisine can best be described as “South American meets American South”. The restaurant will offer fast casual service, with a full bar serving South American inspired cocktails, wines, and North Carolina craft beers.The decision to highlight South American cuisine is the result of Stokes’ experience living and working in the region. In 2005, Shawn left the restaurant world to pursue a career in international development. He spent the next 10 years working with organizations such as the US Peace Corps, USAID, and UNICEF. Unable to stray too far from his culinary background, much of his work centered on improving global food systems, including collaborations with coffee growers in Ecuador and cattle ranchers in Brazil. In 2009, Stokes and his wife, Maria, moved to Durham and were struck by the exciting changes taking place in the city. Wanting to start a family, they soon decided to make Durham their home. It wasn’t long before Stokes could no longer resist contributing to Durham’s rapidly evolving culinary scene. Luna is the result of his love for Durham, Latin America, and delicious food.
EDUCATION
Johnson & Wales University
Associate of Science, Culinary Arts
Duke University
Masters, International Development Policy
College of Charleston
Bachelor of Science, International Business
SKILLS
ABOUT SHAWN STOKES
Mid-career development professional with international project management, business development and research experience. Research methods include data analysis, survey design and implementation, focus group discussions, and interviews. Specializes in global value chain analysis, with a focus on food and agriculture industries.Other topical areas include youth development, ecosystem services, and energy and environmental policy. Multilingual, with strong cultural and interpersonal skills, and thrives on collaborating with diverse and talented team members to develop innovative solutions to complex problems.
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