Reggie Dotson

Executive Chef

Chef Reggie Dotson leads the kitchen at Ash’Kara, a two-time Michelin Bib Gourmand winner that celebrates the flavors of North Africa, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean. 

A Denver native, Reggie’s earliest lessons in cooking came from necessity—preparing meals for his younger brother while his mother worked nights and experimenting with recipes from cookbooks. Inspired by his grandmother’s South Carolina roots, he developed a love for Southern cooking and the art of transforming simple ingredients into soulful dishes. 

He earned degrees in Culinary Arts and Food Management from Johnson & Wales, and went on to build his career at Kiawah Club in South Carolina, The Brown Palace, Acorn, and Bar Dough—where he discovered his passion for pasta and sauces. After joining Ash’Kara, Reggie immersed himself in its global traditions and rose to Executive Chef. Today, he brings heart, heritage, and curiosity to every plate.