We’re Michael Cella and Chaynce Pelio—professional chefs and longtime friends who met in 2022 while working at Blooming Hill Farm, one of the Hudson Valley’s premier farm-to-table restaurants and event venues, located on a working organic farm in southern Orange County, NY.
During our time as Executive Sous Chefs at Blooming Hill, we had the privilege of honing our craft under Michelin-trained chef Robert Zwirz (Babbo, Lupa, Trattoria One Fifth) and working alongside acclaimed Michelin-starred chef TJ Steele of Claro—experiences that profoundly shaped our culinary vision and philosophy. These formative years instilled in us a deeper understanding of what it means to cook with purpose, lead with hospitality, and stay rooted in authenticity.

The White Wolf is the natural evolution of our shared passion for food, artistry, and meaningful connection.
From the beginning, our values aligned. We believe in cooking with integrity, intention, and heart. That belief became the foundation of The White Wolf: a boutique catering and events company dedicated to excellence, creativity, and unforgettable experiences.

Whether it’s a private dinner, a wedding, or a large-scale celebration, we bring the same level of precision, passion, and care to every event. Our menus are inspired by seasonality, elevated by technique, and designed to tell a story—your story.

We’re not just here to serve food. We’re here to create moments.