I thought Marisa was the owner, not chef. I don't think I ever saw her cooking, just serving and running the register. Oh well. She was a very nice lady. I hope she fares better with this venture.
She was the owner of Chocolate Giraffe & is a great chef. She made some of the absolute best "Go to Hell Ole Miss" cakes for our egg bowl tailgate parties long before going pro (cooking). Everyone should check out the new restaurant. If Marisa is involved with the food, it will be fantastic!
She's about as talented a chef as you'll find in Starkville, Mississippi. Hopefully, people don't write it off as just another sushi place. I remember reading a while back about her being one of the "top 40 green chefs under 40"
If you are in Starkville or close by, stop in for a meal. Marisa is a good friend & a better chef. You wont be disappointed with the food & you will be supporting fantastic people who love Starkville & Mississippi State.