Cordelia

For Cordelia, I developed the visual identity and creative direction while contributing to the initial brand strategy and developing the restaurant’s voice, rooted in a modern expression of “Midwest Nice” hospitality. Named for proprietor Andrew Watts’ grandmother, the brand carries a personal sense of legacy and generosity, while translating Chef Vinnie Cimino’s deeply regional approach to cooking into a world that feels expressive, familiar, and tied to place. The work supports the restaurant as it grows into one of Cleveland’s most recognized dining destinations, earning national attention for Cimino as a Food & Wine Best New Chef and multiple James Beard Award finalist.