Sinai Vespie, executive pastry chef, isn’t just leading the Three Leaf pastry team; she’s orchestrating a symphony of sugar, spice, and sheer talent.
In a kitchen on the north side of campus, this all-female crew is rewriting the recipe for success. Under Vespie’s expert guidance, the team each brings their unique flavors and culinary experiences, and are crafting more than just desserts for events large and small.
“This team is made up of some amazing pastry chefs who take true Notre Dame pride in putting out some of the best desserts in the area,” Vespie said. “They work together like no other and take on challenges with grace. I love all of them. Their hard work and dedication to excellence is exemplary and I am honored to work alongside them.”
Team members include Kelsey Omvig, assistant pastry chef; Kylie Priddy-Ledbetter, demi sous chef; Keela Yoder, demi sous chef; and pastry cooks Allison Zimmer, Drew Pickering, Kaitlyn Pearl, Katherine Yoo, Megan Gallagher, and Sierra McFarland.
Take a look inside their kitchen as they bake up a legacy.
Originally published by at experience.nd.edu on March 10, 2025.