Ellen Bowden

Ellen Bowden is an accomplished culinary professional with extensive experience in teaching and personal chef services. Currently serving as a Chef Instructor at Sur La Table since December 2014, Ellen specializes in Middle Eastern cuisine, canning, artisan breads, and pastry, while also focusing on culinary education for kids and teens. Additional instructional roles include Chef Instructor at CourseHorse since December 2020 and previously at Salted Chef from November 2014 to December 2021. Ellen's culinary career is complemented by experience as a Personal Chef offering meal planning and preparation services. Earlier roles include positions such as Foodie at Demolicious, LLC, Senior Account Executive at Learning Express, Catering Director at Papa Joes Gourmet Market and Catering, Membership Director at Renaissance Club, and Sales Manager at Gale. Ellen holds a BA in Spanish from Michigan State University, earned between 1977 and 1982.