Kirsten's journey with food was a slow burn. It started with a childhood toy kitchen, mastering great-grandma's biscuits and gravy, and even dishing out world-famous walking tacos from their grade-school concession stand. Food quietly shaped Kirsten's path until it became clear this was a true calling. As a librarian, their natural curiosity about stories and traditions merged perfectly with a love for BBQ, leading to the creation of VALLEE BBQ.