The Family — jalea.

Ruth and Luis Cisneros migrated to the U.S. from Lima, Peru in search of a better future. They worked hard to raised their children in the humble streets of Greater Saint Louis where they continue to call home.

We’re all different in our own way but we all work together to make it happen.

Chef/Co-Owner
Andrew kicked off his career in Culinary Arts in high school when he competed in cooking competitions for Francis Howell North’s team. After graduating high school, he worked at Saint Louis Club under Chef Pierre Chambrin where he was taught classical french techniques that helped shape his view on food. Since then, he had the pleasure to work in the kitchens of great chefs like Gerard Craft, Ben Poremba, and Michael Randolph. After over 12 years of culinary experience, Andrew decided to open his first restaurant with his family.

Operations/Co-owner
Most of Samantha’s career was in the military and government sector until she received her Master's in Data Analytics from Pepperdine University. After graduating from Pepperdine, she decided to use her previous experience and newfound knowledge of Business Analytics to open a restaurant with her brother in the city where they both grew up in.

Management/Co-owner
Migrating from Azerbaijan as a student, Murad traveled far to Saint Charles to study business at Lindenwood University. After living in Saint Charles for 12 years, Murad received his Bachelor's in Business Administration and his Master's in Sports administration.

Admin/Co-owner
Born and raised in Cebu, Philippines, Heidelene received her Bachelor’s in Hospitality & Tourism Management from the University of San Carlos. She traveled to Saint Louis to intern for a few years until she met Andrew and decided to call Saint Louis home. She has been in the hospitality industry for more than 10 years of hospitality.

Co-owners
Both Peruvian immigrants, Ruth and Luis chose to settle and grow roots in Saint Louis, Missouri. With countless years in the food and service industry, it has been their dream to own a restaurant of their own.