meet the team

a note from Della Bennett

founder / executive chef / creative director

Plenty started with a single tomato. A sun-ripened, vine-warm tomato bursting with juiciness, eaten straight from the source. That small but unforgettable moment sparked a lifelong curiosity for food. From pretending to host cooking shows with my mom to working in kitchens throughout my teens and twenties, food has always been a part of my journey.

My first job at fourteen was as a dishwasher in a tiny barbecue joint in Goochland, Virginia. Since then, there’s been a string of kitchens: wing joints, steakhouses, even a chocolate-covered fruit florist. I’ve always gravitated toward the kitchen, drawn to its cool chaos—the banging and clanging of pots and pans, the rush of service—and the soothing routine of its clean lines, labels, and methodical rhythms.

In 2012, as a nanny, I discovered a new facet of food’s impact: its power to nurture not just individuals but families and communities. I started by packing lunches and baking with kids, eventually pitching meal prep as an extension of my role. What I saw was transformative. A well-stocked fridge filled with home-cooked meals brought comfort, ease, and connection to the families I worked for.

One fridge turned into several, my home kitchen turned into a shared commercial kitchen in 2019, and Plenty began to take shape. We launched online ordering just before the world shifted with a global pandemic, and with the incredible support of our customers, we grew rapidly. Today, Plenty has its own bustling kitchen and cutie retail shop—where local deliveries, walk-in customers, and our team’s passion intersect.

This journey has been fueled by the unwavering support of our amazing customers, a network of family and friends, and the farmers and producers who share our love for good food. Each step, every trial and triumph, has been necessary and beautiful.

At Plenty, our mission is to nourish our community, one fridge at a time, giving you and your family more time to spend on what truly matters. Thank you for being part of this story.

KT Ehrlich

co-founder / director of operations

KT has been a vital part of Plenty since the beginning—unofficially, always, but officially as my second-ever employee. What started as a casual helping hand as my partner quickly evolved into an indispensable, dynamic role within the company.

KT is the ultimate boots-on-the-ground powerhouse with a “get it done” mentality. While I focus on big-picture vision, KT ensures every piece of the puzzle fits together seamlessly. From payroll and hiring to hand-building lasagnas and perfecting chicken salad, she does it all. She’s equally at home navigating executive-level strategy sessions as she is delivering impeccable customer service or tackling logistical challenges.

KT’s impact runs deep. She was instrumental in securing and designing our kitchen space, and when the time came, she fearlessly took on the role of full-time contractor throughout the build-out process. Her fingerprints are on every corner of Plenty, from the ideas on our whiteboard to the meals in our fridge.

Beyond Plenty, KT’s creativity shines in a whole other medium. She’s an internationally recognized glassblower, specializing in intricate sculpting, sandblasting, and surface design. Her stunning work is collected around the world, displayed in galleries and shops nationwide—including right here at Plenty.

KT embodies the spirit of this business: hardworking, multi-talented, and deeply committed to making an impact. I couldn’t imagine this journey without her.

Coming soon…

Ashley Zolezzi (finance / analytics / weekly logistics)

Jake Nesmith