Meet the Founder

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Chef Andra Dynese

Founder

Chef Andra Harris is the founder of Cacao + Kin, a luxury chocolate brand rooted in craftsmanship, culture, and intention. With over a decade of experience crafting artisan chocolates and elevated desserts, Andra’s work is defined by layered flavor, technical precision, and storytelling through food.

Beyond the kitchen, Andra is also a dedicated culinary educator, committed to teaching the art and discipline of pastry and chocolate-making to the next generation. Through her work as an instructor and mentor, she bridges traditional techniques with modern innovation, empowering others to understand not just how to create, but why craftsmanship matters.

Cacao + Kin reflects this dual passion — a place where heritage meets technique, and where chocolate is both an expression of artistry and a tool for education, connection, and legacy.