Chef Cassandra Bee

Private Chef In Santa Cruz
Chef Cassandra Bee

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Private Chef & Baker Creating Vibrant Cuisine and Desserts ~ Food as Medicine ~ Thoughtful Sourcing

I make food that is delicious, vibrant, healthy, and thoughtfully sourced. I use all-organic ingredients, pasture-raised meats, and prioritize sourcing locally and in-season. I’m a forager and have a background in regenerative agriculture - I love to incorporate homegrown produce as well as wildcrafted ingredients like greens, mushrooms, and flowers. I focus on food as medicine to stimulate the senses and nourish the body. You can expect bold flavors and fanciful presentation!

I can happily cater meals for up to 200 people, though cooking for smaller intimate gatherings is my favorite as I love to focus on special details. For smaller groups I bring fermented foods, vinegars and more unique creations from my larder of homebrewed goodies. My food will delight your senses and make you feel good.

Holistic decadent meals - as nourishing as they are mouthwatering.

Charcuterie tables - we all love delectable finger food.

Wildcrafted cocktails - have you ever tried homemade elderflower cordial?

Ethical meat - I know and trust the farmers.

Frozen meals or bone broth for new mamas - deep nourishment that's easy.

Vegan buffets - carnivores have said "this is the best food I've ever had".

Aphrodisiac desserts - ask for more details ;)

Wedding cakes - sweeten up your special occasion.

Gluten-free donuts and adaptogenic vegan cheesecakes are some of my most requested desserts…but I also make whimsical cakes with all the butter and gluten you could desire.

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More about me

For me, cooking is...

My love language. I believe food should be delectable, aesthetically exciting, and nutritionally balanced.

I learned to cook at...

I’m self-taught but draw inspiration from many cultures and traditions. Growing up watching my mom cook up gave me the confidence to be intuitive.

A cooking secret...

Knowing and uplifting the story of each ingredient. I’m a farmer, forager, herbalist, and butcher.

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