Gather55 harnesses the power of delicious food to connect diverse communities through a restaurant with an inclusive vibe where all can gather regardless of ability to pay. Gather55 is a Hands On Hartford initiative and part of Hands On Hartford’s commitment to serve neighbors, engage volunteers and connect communities in the Hartford area.
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We’re proud to welcome our August Guest Chef at Gather55 — someone who brings heart, flavor, and purpose to everything she does: Danielle Soto, Hands On Hartford’s Food Access Specialist.
Before dedicating herself to fighting food insecurity, Danielle trained in Restaurant Management and Culinary Arts, working in restaurants in New York and Connecticut and cooking privately for professional athletes. Her cooking style is inspired by seasonal, Mediterranean flavors, with a plant-forward, minimalist approach that lets ingredients shine.
Since joining Hands On Hartford in July 2024, Danielle has:
And now, in honor of her 40th birthday, she’s stepping into the spotlight as our Guest Chef — sharing a menu filled with personal meaning and summer flavors.
“Cooking and sharing a meal is my favorite form of caring in action. Meals tell a story — and this one is mine.”
Hands on Hartford's
Center for Community
55 Bartholomew Avenue
in the
Parkville
neighborhood
of Hartford, Connecticut.