Announcing our new Executive Chef Eli Cobb—now on board and has debuted Keenan’s at the Pier’s new Fall/Winter menus

I’m Eli Cobb, new Executive Chef at Keenan’s at the Pier inside The Chrysalis Inn & Spa. I’m a classically trained chef and a graduate of the French Culinary Institute, with over 25 years of experience in the kitchen.

My approach to cooking is rooted in the flavors of the Pacific Northwest. I was taught to use local ingredients to showcase the uniqueness of our region, and I believe that guests who come to visit us are looking for that authentic Northwest experience. Whether my inspiration comes from French, Italian, or Asian cuisine, the ingredients I use always come from our own backyard. I’m constantly inspired by this place — by the seasons, the farmers, and the ingredients that are readily available to cook with. For me, food is about connection: to the land, to the people who grow and gather it, and to the guests who come to share it.

When I’m not in the kitchen, I love spending time in nature, playing the bass, and enjoying life at home with my wife, our dog, and two cats.