Cynthia Wong

Cynthia Wong is the founder of Life Raft Treats, a nationally recognized artisan ice cream company. A six-time James Beard Award semifinalist for Outstanding Pastry Chef, she holds a Grand Diplôme from the prestigious Ecole Lenôtre in France. She is known for her whimsical, technique-driven approach to nostalgic desserts.

Cynthia started her company as a symbolic "life raft" to escape the demanding hours of the restaurant industry for a better work-life balance with her husband and two sons. She is passionate about bringing joy and a sense of fun back to food, creating treats that make people laugh.

Her business, Life Raft Treats, was named to symbolize her personal escape from the grueling restaurant industry to create a better life for her family.