Enso Village Welcomes Inaugural Executive Chef, Kyle Evans

HEALDSBURG, CA — Enso Village, a senior living community developed by The Kendal Corporation and the San Francisco Zen Center, announced with addition of Executive Chef Kyle Evans to the community.

Evans will lead the kitchen and culinary team at Enso Village —presently under construction in Healdsburg and expected to open to residents this fall — and is focused on creating a world-class dining experience for residents and their families, as well as the Enso Village team and the broader community.

Prior to joining Enso Village, Evans worked at Cyrus in Geyersville and Acquerello in San Francisco. Another notable role he held was as executive chef and director of nutritional services at Adventist Health Howard Memorial in Mendocino County.

His 30-year culinary journey has led him through the wine country of Napa Valley, the Red Rocks of Sedona, the French Alps, an Agrotourism Ranch in Costa Rica, the coasts and forests of California, and finally a permanent residence in Sonoma County.

"After traveling the globe throughout my culinary degree, I’m pleased to find a prime opportunity right here in my residence of Sonoma County," Evans said. "I value the relationships that involve food through personal connections, environmental impacts in sustainability, and bringing community to the table. Enso Village will allow me to honor my culinary preferences and experiences."

Evans graduated from New England Culinary Institute, where he completed his internship in France under a master chef at a MICHELIN-star-rated restaurant. He is a certified dietary manager with over 10 years of experience in nutrition, health and wellness in a healthcare leadership role.

The dining experience at Enso Village will differ from traditional senior living communities. The campus is focused on unique and sustainable food experiences, utilizing local sources and markets for fresh ingredients, and utilizing part of the property for farming — creating a full-circle approach to food. Evans will lead the culinary experience by creating inspiring dishes with flair and honoring tradition while embracing adventure.

Rosemary Jordan, CEO at Enso Village, shared her enthusiasm for Evans joining the team.

"With the arrival of an executive chef, we embark on a new journey, one that embraces sustainability and locally sourced ingredients," Jordan said.

Enso Village is under construction just north of the Simi Winery on the west side of Healdsburg Avenue on the north side of town. For more information, visit enso.kendal.org or the preview center at