Leah Moerdyk

Chef at Black Star Farms | Traverse City Tastemaker Award Winner

Chef Leah Moerdyk serves as Event Operations Chef at Black Star Farms, where she brings creativity, precision, and a deep appreciation for seasonal ingredients to every dining experience. A graduate of the Secchia Institute for Culinary Education, her style draws inspiration from the region's farms, forests, vineyards, and waters, crafting menus that balance refinement with approachability across weddings, wine-paired dinners, and culinary classes.

In 2026, she was honored with the Tastemaker Award at Traverse City Tourism's Hospitality High Five Awards, recognizing her contributions to northern Michigan's culinary community.

Where to see Leah