CANNABIS CHEF PARTNER, FOOD + FLOWER MAGAZINE
Originally from South Florida, Chef Jarod “Roilty” Farina had early beginnings preparing infused foods and treats. In 2011 Jarod was making high quality cannabis extracts and decided to enter a competition in Los Angeles called the Secret Cup. After traveling to Los Angeles and competing in the cup he was awarded 1st place and was offered a job making extracts in Colorado. This was the beginning of a new journey for the aspiring chef.
Jarod had a loving relationship with cannabis since his late teenage years, and he has always had a curiosity for different types cuisines. The flavors, styles, and techniques really intrigued him. Over time his love for cooking and cannabis finally came together. Making sweets was always a go to for the chef, we all started out eating brownies and spacecakes. New Years Eve 2015, Chef Roilty and his wife decided to throw an infused dinner party, where literally everything was infused using micro dosing techniques.
Shortly following this, Chef Roilty entered and won the High Times Top Cannabis Chef in Las Vegas. This started a snowball effect and now Chef Roilty is Internationally known for his culinary styles and infusion techniques.
After winning High Times Top Cannabis Chef, Jarod started throwing private dinners coined “Dine With Roilty”. These events have been very successful and have sold out each year since they began in April, 2017. Along with recently becoming a finalist on Chopped 420, Chef Roilty has also been featured on Bravo’s Southern Charm, and NBC Chicago News. Internet outlets he has appeared on include Thrillist: Send Foodz and many others.
Awards + Accomplishments
– High Times Top Cannabis Chef
– Connoisseur Cup Winner
– Westword’s “Best of Denver 2022”
– Chopped 420 Finalist
Available for Hire
Private Events: Denver, Colorado + Surrounding Areas
