Chef Pyet DeSpain
Indigenous Fusion Cuisine with Heart
Award-winning chef, cultural storyteller, and wellness advocate.
Bosho!
I’m Chef Pyet Despain.
Pyet’s Plate is my way of sharing the beauty of Indigenous fusion cuisine.
I blend the traditions of Native American and Mexican foodways with modern culinary creativity, offering private chef services, catering, and educational experiences.
My mission is to honor ancestral flavors, support sustainable food practices, and create meaningful connections through food.
Every dish I create tells a story, one of culture, resilience, and the deep ties between food and community.
Coming Soon:
Rooted in Fire
Launching November 18, 2025 — Pyet’s debut cookbook, Rooted in Fire, is more than just a collection of recipes. It’s a celebration of ancestral foodways, seasonal ingredients, and cultural storytelling.
With over 60 dishes that connect land, legacy, and flavor, this book invites you to cook with intention and honor every bite.
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A Trusted Chef, Cultural Ambassador, and Creative Collaborator
Pyetwetmokwe—known to many as Pyet—is an award-winning Indigenous and Mexican-American private chef and the first-ever winner of Gordon Ramsay’s Next Level Chef on FOX. A proud member of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation, she’s on a mission to honor her dual heritage by fusing ancestral traditions with modern flavors.
Her authenticity, cultural vision, and culinary creativity have made her a trusted partner for national media outlets, wellness initiatives, and food-focused brands that share her passion for purpose-driven storytelling.
Let’s Connect
Whether you're planning a private event, press feature, or brand collaboration—Pyet would love to hear from you. Submit the form and her team will be in touch.
Cooking with Soul, Sharing with Purpose
Through social media, Pyet offers an authentic look into her world—sharing not only recipes and ancestral traditions, but also her latest projects, speaking engagements, and travels. Each post is a celebration of Indigenous and Mexican heritage, wellness through food, and the stories that ground us.
Where culture, food, and community come together.
Watch, Learn, and Cook with Pyet
Discover Indigenous Fusion recipes and traditions—one dish at a time.
On YouTube, Pyet shares the beauty of Indigenous ingredients, the stories behind each dish, and her passion for culture and wellness through food. Whether she’s preparing a Three Sisters Salad or showcasing her latest creations, each video invites viewers to connect, learn, and be inspired.