Jane. Partner. Mom. Artist. Chef. Yoga Teacher
My purpose is to create and connect. My chosen medium is food. As I lead a team or set my stage at home -through an art that touches all five senses. Connecting people to places, to artisans, to farmers, and to memories.
My values as a chef align throughout my life… surrender, learn daily, we are on the same team. Have grit. Learn a recipe like the back of my hand, treat all ingredients like it is fresh produce, hold space, listen, teach and love my team well. Keep a journal and be observant. Art and science are meant to support each other until the photo finish. Dualities are false. Doing the work is where inspiration and my truth are found. Learn to trust. Keep moving and engage in the intelligence of my body. Value the entire process not just the final result, that’s were the life is. Strive to take care of yourself. If you are stuck? Rest–take a break. Living through my work and process, informs art techniques and style. Strength through diversity not monoculture. Keep your mind and body moving. Keeping my mind and body active through yoga, while also gaining peace of mind, is an important step in my process as well as life. Be a little Wild! Yes!
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Chef Owner, Jane and the Lion Bakehouse Houston, TX
Founder, Jane’s Dine Inn Houston, TX
Chef Owner, Jane Wild Studios, LLC Houston, TX
Former Executive Chef/DOO Golden Bagels & Coffee Houston, TX
Former Executive Chef The Dunlavy Houston, TX
Former Chef Owner of the beloved Jane & John Dough Bakery Tomball, TX
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janewildstudios@gmail.com
832-314-4443
Press
Houston nominees for 2026 CultureMap Tastemaker Awards
FINALIST in TWO categories
Houston's 11 best dessert programs of 2026
What an honor to be in such incredile company!
10 Best Restaurants That Opened in Houston in 2025
Jane Wild, who gained a following through pop-ups and even a previous bakery in Tomball, debuted her first solo brick-and-mortar bakery earlier this year in the Heights. Expect sustainable, fresh ingredients (Wild has a no-waste policy), and enjoy an ever-changing selection of toast, sandwiches, salads, and egg tarts.
Best Of Houston® 2025: Best Bakery
This golden sourdough loaf is just one reason Jane and the Lion Bakehouse earned Best of Houston, but don’t sleep on the killer pies, either.
Jane Wild’s Journey to Her Houston Heights Bakehouse
She’s a small-town girl with big dreams and a love for sustainability.
Houston’s rebel baker Chef Jane Wild opens her own café
Chef Jane Wild, the heart behind the newly opened Jane and the Lion Bakehouse in the Heights, joined us on Houston Life with a taste of her rebellious cooking style and her signature Lime Cream Pie with Basil Sweet Cream and Pistachio Praline.
New … Bakehouse Showcases Impressive Bounty … Community Connection
The fiercely loyal fanbase of chef Jane Wild can now find the Houston farmers market regular, known for her bevy of baked goods, at a more permanent location.
Jane and the Lion is Roaring
The famous breads and pastries are now available at the cafe.
Farmers market favorite Jane Wild opens Heights cafe with beloved pastries, sandwiches and more
“The blueberry whip atop a lemon pie looks like a lavender down comforter styled for a hip shelter magazine.” - Bao Ong
Successful pop-up chef opens a new all-day cafe and bakery …
“One of Houston’s most successful pop-up chefs has found a permanent home. Chef Jane Wild has brought her Jane and the Lion Bakehouse to the Heights.” - Eric Sandler
Familiar farmers market face goes wild with new dinner series…
“Houstonians will once again be able to enjoy Jane Wild’s food in air conditioned comfort.” - Eric Sandler
Houston's best… winners crowned at 2024 Tastemaker Awards
Best Pop-up/Startup - Jane Wild
Houston's 9 best food pop-ups showcase culinary innovation and hustle
The chef serves her “food for the rebel souls” at markets across the Houston area. Every week, diners will find her table loaded with a wide array of sweet and savory baked goods, including her signature salted honey pie. Last year, Wild launched Jane’s Dine Inn, an intimate dinner series that showcases ingredients from local farms.
Where to eat right now: … epic Easter brunches
Jane's Dine Inn
Join chef Jane Wild at her intimate Montrose dining room for a family-style feast that utilizes seasonal ingredients from local farms.
Delight in a culinary feast showcasing female culinary all-stars…
At the Harvest of Her, all courses and drinks will be created and selected by an all-female team, featuring Cuchara’s Ana Garcia, Culinary Kahncepts’ Emily Trusler, Jane Wild Studios’ own Jane Wild, Nancy Hustle’s Jessica Madamba, and Riel’s Carly Baitz.
Eddible Houston 2019 Chef Local Hero
And the Local Hero winner in the CHEF category is Jane Wild
Edible Houston
Chocolate Coated Cherry Pie with Stout
This beauty of a cherry chocolate pie is certain to pave the way to anyone’s…
Photo: Cody Heart
Final Call: Hospitality Industry Needs Community to Reboot
And then Covid-19 happened, and with it came an unsettling time filled with calamitous consequence for such a large part of our local community.
Photo: Luke Brawner
The H Podcast: Jane & the Lion, w/ Jane Wild
In this episode of The H, host Luke Brawner talks to Jane Wild, one of the owners of Jane and John Dough Bakery
Photo: Nicholas Garcia
The 10 rising star chefs heating up Houston's dining scene right now
Together, these 10 talented individuals represent the collective future of dining in Houston. Culture Map Houston
Houston Cooks
“Houston Cooks” Cookbook by Food writer Francine Spiering that features profiles and recipes from chefs including Jane Wild of The Dunlavy
Wild In The Kitchen
Check out the Spring 2020 Issue 26 “Women and Food” for more photos and full story
Photo Kirsten Gilliam
