Just this June, Pomeroy opened Cornet Custard, which started as a frozen custard pop-up in her flower shop Colibri. She also announced her fourth year of Garden Party, a seasonal restaurant only open in the summer.
Between all of her business ventures, Pomeroy also published a cookbook, Taste & Technique, in 2016. She appeared on cooking competition shows, including Top Chef Masters in 2011.
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She was recognized by outlets like Bon Appètit, Food & Wine and Oprah as a chef to watch. In 2014, she won a James Beard Award for Best Chef Pacific Northwest.
Her family has asked for privacy at this time, according to Portland Monthly. There has been an outpouring of condolences for the talented chef, including from Oregon Congressman Earl Blumenauer.
“What a loss. Naomi was not just a fabulous chef and entrepreneur, but an amazing human being. Her impact went far beyond Portland, helping establish our leadership and reputation for food excellence. She will be greatly missed,” he said in an official statement.
Fellow chefs have also shared their regards for Pomeroy’s family.
“Just horrible news, we lost another great chef. My heart goes out to Naomi’s family,” Top Chef’s Tom Colicchio posted on X (formerly known as Twitter).
Cherry Bomb podcast host Kerry Diamond wrote on Instagram, “Im grateful I got to stop and smell the roses with Naomi. I’m so sorry for everyone’s loss. Rest in peace.”
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