Daniel Kim
Food Technologist
he/him/his
Danielbada.Kim@colostate.edu
Daniel is originally from Oahu, Hawaii, and now calls Aurora, Colorado home. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Food Science from Colorado State University, combining academic knowledge of food science and nutrition with extensive hands-on culinary experience. Having spent much of his career working in professional kitchens, Daniel has developed strong expertise in culinary techniques, sushi preparation, and food safety practices. Outside of his professional interests, Daniel enjoys cooking, exploring new restaurants, and sharpening and maintaining kitchen knives. Known among friends and family for his enthusiasm in the kitchen, he especially enjoys sharing meals and cooking for others, which continues to fuel his passion for food and hospitality.
Top Food Experiences
- Grandmother’s Kongbiji jjigae (Ground Soybean Stew)
- Fresh Seafood Sashimi in Korea
- Freshly baked Salt Bread
Skills on a Scale From Zero to Awesome
- Sharpening kitchen knives 87%
- Learning how to make a new food (always experimenting) 63%
- Not thinking about anything food related 5%