About the Chefs

Danielle Pepe
Owner/Chef
Danielle Pepe, owner of Sweet Jeans Cafe found her love of cooking through her Grandmother Nonni. Danielle attended Culinary school in Hartford, CT as well as traveled to Italy to learn even more about the art of cooking.

Buddy Lowe
Head Chef
Buddy Lowe, found his love for being in the kitchen through his very first job as a dishwasher. One day he was asked to help cook and Buddy never looked back. Buddy has now been a chef for over 20 years with experience in breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Buddy is the brains behind our crazy special ideas and new menu items!

George Marinelli
Chef
George Marinelli is a relative of the Tylers. George's mother Nonni, also known as Jean inspired his love for the kitchen. George has brought several of his mother's recipes to the restaurant. Including our homemade meatballs, and our red sauce.