Michael Diem Email and Phone Number

Michael was raised in a navy family with 7 siblings who traveled a lot as a youth, He was a graduate of University high school, in San Diego where he was a four year varsity wrestler. His first job was cooking at the Captain Whidbey Inn situated on an island north of Seattle. He cooked through college, and then subsequently graduated from the California Culinary Academy in San Francisco, He worked with renowned chefs at some the best restaurants and caterers in the city. He worked at Fullers restaurant in Seattle starting as chef de tournand and sous chef under Cathy Casey and Caprial Pence. He then was hired to open the Broadway Bar and Grill in Santa Monica. He designed the kitchen layout, menu, hired and trained the staff. was pivotal in the creation of a successful restaurant concept that received considerable acclaim.Michael then moved to the Sun Valley area. During this time he opened and ran a fine dining "locals favorite restaurant". in an affluent ski resort town. He involves himself in the local community, working and volunteering on the ski mountain and giving time and money to local organizations and schools. He has the reputation as an enthusiastic creative and inspiring chef. He has an eye for detail, and a dedication to using the best possible ingredients and talent. He continues to pioneer the way, using local sustainably grown product prepared and presented in the best way possible. Always keen on addressing dietary trends and restrictions like gluten free, lactose free and paleolithic concerns. Above all else Mike continues to be a "learner" he is an avid reader with a strong emphasis on history. He is also an attentive conversationalist and develops many of his culinary beliefs from conversing with people who are fitness and health experts. Working at Atkinsons was a chance to learn more about retail potentials and organic and naturally grown products and became even more in tune to current food trends, Michael has recently move to Sequim Washington where he is enjoying the peace, tranquility and beauty that this unique area of the state has to offer.