OCEANSIDE, CA —Vallie Gilley is a fourth-generation Oceanside resident and the owner and operator of Jitters Coffee pub for more than 18 years. While that would be enough to keep most people busy and fulfilled, Vallie, is no ordinary person.
Gilley is also the Executive Director of O’side Kitchen Collaborative and founder of Feeding the Soul Foundation. This year she was selected as the 36th District Woman Of The Year for 2021 by CA Senator Patricia Bates.
Vallie Gilley
Executive Director
AKA: La Jefa
FAVORITE FOOD: Indian Food
FAVORITE DRINK: Coffee
INSPIRATION: Travel & Culture
FAVORITE QUOTE: I have 4… Sorry not sorry!
I’M MOST LIKELY TO… Serve up fresh sarcasm daily or bake you a sweet treat. The act of baking or cooking is my love language.
WHAT DRINK OR FOOD BEST DESCRIBES ME? Aperol Spritz
Because it’s bittersweet, aromatic and easygoing, just refreshing enough to drink a few but not so boozy you wreck your day or evening.
Aperol Spritz Recipe
Ingredients:
Santé
Salute
Cheers
Cin Cin
