Jessica Rosval’s passion for cooking began at 15 and spans over twenty years. After studying in Montreal, she honed her skills under Chef Laurent Godbout and later worked as Sous Chef with Melissa Craig. In 2013, she moved to Italy to join Osteria Francescana, eventually becoming Chef de Cuisine at Casa Maria Luigia, led by Massimo Bottura and Lara Gilmore.

Since 2021, Jessica has co-founded the Association for the Integration of Women (AIW), a culinary training program for migrant women in Modena, which led to the opening of Roots. Her Take It Easy Sunday Brunch, launched in 2022, received critical acclaim. In 2023, she was recognized as ‘Best Female Chef’ by Identità Golose and awarded ‘Dish of the Year’ for her innovative creations. Her restaurant Al Gatto Verde has earned widespread accolades for culinary excellence, reflecting her creativity, technical mastery, and commitment to empowering others through food.