Chef Eli Hudson brings a depth of culinary expertise and creative spirit to The Farmers Table Cooking School. With a background spanning fine dining, private chef services, and luxury hunting and fishing lodges, Eli has crafted a versatile style that blends Southern comfort with contemporary technique.

Trained under award-winning chefs Mathew Pease, Derek Emerson, and Ian Troxler, he has mastered everything from refined lodge cuisine to Texas-style BBQ and elegant plated desserts. His work across Montana and Mississippi reflects a love of regional flavors, scratch-made craftsmanship, and genuine hospitality.

Living with type 1 diabetes, Chef Hudson approaches every dish with a focus on balance—creating food that is both deeply satisfying and mindful of wellness. At The Farmers Table, he invites guests to experience dining as it should be: rooted in community, inspired by the seasons, and always served with heart.