Executive Chef, Nube Rivera began her career in the United States as a pastry chef. While growing up in Ecuador, family and friends appreciated her talent and knowledge of cooking. She was known for creating dishes with unexpected flavors.
Her love and passion for cooking led her to pursue a career as a Chef. Nube began studying with several top chefs in New York and Connecticut, and taking classes at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. It was there that she developed her innate talent for pairing new and flavorful accompaniments and side dishes to enliven traditional Italian old world foods.
In 2004, she teamed with brothers, Vicente & Kleber Siguenza to open Cava Wine Bar & Restaurant. While at Cava, Nube has transformed the ordinary classic Italian fare into a truly remarkable food experience that brings her patrons coming back for more.