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Elise DuFour is a chef, entrepreneur, and creative operator whose work blends hospitality, storytelling, and a deep appreciation for seasonal ingredients. With a background leading complex operations across high-profile organizations and fast-moving environments, Elise brings the same precision, warmth, and creativity into the kitchen that has defined her career.
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Elise is the founder of baked by elise, a gourmet cookie and artisan baking project focused on handcrafted treats made with premium ingredients, nostalgic inspiration, and elevated flavor combinations. Through baked by elise, she creates small-batch gourmet cookies designed to feel both comforting and memorable — blending classic baking traditions with modern creativity and presentation.
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Inspired by coastal California living, travel, gardening, and adventure, her culinary style centers on fresh ingredients, thoughtful technique, and elevated comfort food that brings people together. From rustic artisan baking to beautifully crafted desserts and farm-to-table meals, Elise approaches food as both craft and connection.
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Known for creating warm, welcoming experiences and memorable flavors, Elise combines refined execution with an adventurous spirit — equally at home developing recipes, hosting intimate gatherings, exploring local markets, or building new culinary projects from the ground up.
Her work is rooted in authenticity: beautiful food without pretense, driven by quality ingredients, creativity, and genuine hospitality.