Rooted in the valley…

Harvest Roaring Fork was founded by Chef Alex Karlinski, a longtime Aspen local with a lifelong love for fresh, seasonal food and the gatherings that bring people together.

Before launching Harvest Roaring Fork, Alex spent four years at Apricot Lane Farms, where she immersed herself in the rhythms of true farm-to-table cooking — harvesting ingredients at their peak, cooking from scratch, and letting ingredients shine.

Rooted in this philosophy, Harvest Roaring Fork offers private chef and catering services that celebrate local ingredients, creative menus, and the simple joy of sharing a meal. Alex’s cooking is vibrant, ingredient-driven, and deeply seasonal, reflecting the beauty of the Roaring Fork Valley and beyond.

Whether crafting an intimate dinner or an abundant grazing table, Chef Alex brings warmth, artistry, and a deep respect for the ingredients to every event — creating food that feels personal, nourishing, and memorable.