Chef/Hostess/Artist
Katia Andreeva

Katia was born in the little town of Arsenev on the Pacific Ocean side of Russia. After intensive schooling in her youth, Katia qualified to enter the Academy of Art and Design in St. Petersburg, Russia. In 1994 she moved to Minnesota and became an accomplished and prolific artist. Her work has earned numerous awards with exquisite detail and masterful use of color. Katia's projects include book illustrations, art exhibitions, and teaching watercolor classes.

Katia's artistic abilities, entertaining qualities, and love for cooking is evident as they come together aboard IRIE. Her culinary skills in the galley will bring much delight to the guests as they savor the creative international flair in each dish she prepares.

Links to a few of Katia's art work:
    Minnesota Artists
    2007 Meander
    Secrets of the Vine