A California native, Chef Traci Des Jardins has been a part of the San Francisco food community for over 22 years and currently runs six restaurants within the city including Mijita, Public House, The Commissary, Arguello, Transit and School Night. Known as one of the top female chefs in the country, Des Jardins is a two-time James Beard award-winner and has earned a number of industry accolades throughout her career.