i. Biography
Coming Up
Line work at Senza in Chicago (2014–2018) gave Tim Flores the repetition and pace that define a kitchen floor: speed, discipline, and the ability to hold a standard night after night. The work sits upstream of Kasama, which he has led as chef/owner since 2020.
Where They Are Now
Modern Filipino cooking is the frame at Kasama in Chicago, Illinois, where Tim Flores builds from the food he grew up eating. The restaurant earned a Michelin star in 2022.
Signature
The Kasama combo sandwich and Black Truffle Croissant are the best-known signatures attached to Tim Flores’ kitchen.
In Their Words “We do shaved pork adobo and housemade longanisa with hot giardiniera, and the sandwich is dipped in our pork adobo jus.” “We like to make it a combo, which means they put an Italian sausage in the sandwich along with the shaved beef.”
Honors
The recognition attached to Tim Flores includes the StarChefs Chicago Rising Stars Game Changer Award in 2021 and a Michelin star in 2022.
Profile updated July 2026
FAQ
Asked of Tim
What is Tim Flores's current role?
As of 2026, Tim Flores is Chef/Owner of Kasama.
Where did Tim Flores work before?
Tim Flores's earlier career included Senza.
What recognition has Tim Flores received?
Michelin star (2022).
