Valerie Skinner is a renowned natural foods chef based in Charleston, striving to make healthy eating accessible for busy individuals by offering simple, nourishing meals. With a background in personal training, holistic health coaching, and culinary arts, Valerie's expertise spans over a decade, culminating in her role as a certified healing foods chef. Her journey from New York City to Hawaii has been marked by a profound belief in the transformative power of nutritious cuisine.

Valerie's culinary ventures have included catering for music icons like Neil Diamond and spearheading the healthy food movement in Hawaii. Co-founding Jar + Fork, a successful health restaurant in Miami, exemplifies her commitment to providing delicious, health-conscious meals. Now, residing in Virginia with her family, Valerie continues to inspire through her blog and Instagram, sharing weekly healthy recipes to empower individuals to harness the benefits of food for optimal well-being