Italian, American & Creole cuisines are where my heart lives but I take time in developing all my recipes to be delicious and balanced. My passion for food started at the age of 12 when I started my culinary training in the kitchens of my parents and grandparents. I furthered my cooking education through culinary programs and gaining experience by working in restaurants under amazing Chicago chefs and owning my own private chef and catering business. My focus is fun, nutritious, custom menus for people who do not have time to cook for themselves. I use only the freshest ingredients available, and I interpret classic recipes to meet the client's desires, as well as develop new recipes! I have worked in steakhouses, smokehouses, fine dining restaurants and homes of wonderful clients so no job is too big or too small!
All prices are an estimation and vary based on guest count, event location, and menu. You will get a better estimate during the booking process.
I'm from the south side of Chicago, but over the years I've lived all across the city. I currently reside in Bucktown, but I can travel anywhere and make myself at home.
My favorite restaurants are the mom and pop places that can show you how they made the food. Chicago has so many different restaurants it's hard to pick one, but I can be found anywhere between a Brazilian steakhouse to a 24 hour taco spot.
Pasta. I love carbs more than I should, but pasta is so versatile that it can be made into a salad! I love pasta salad but I also love homemade sauces so a mix of those two and I'm in!
Everything! I love the challenge of making new dishes, trying new meals and working with new ingredients. I will try anything once and the culinary world is all about creativity and adventure!
Growing up I saw how food brings family together. When you cook for someone it can be a sign of endearment and affection. I put love and happiness into all of my dishes and I like how something is simple as a meal can change someone's entire day and attitude for the better. And I love it even more when it's crafted by my hands.
I love to take my dog on adventures, I read a lot and I've recently started dabbling with AI. I also enjoy karaoke, gardening and traveling.
I love the versatility and freedom that I have over my life now. Feeling valued is something most companies do not do anymore and I love that elite personal chefs has that as their priority!
All of the opportunities that are presented to me. I can become the entrepreneur I want through the same company that I am building with a trusted family!
