I have over 25 years of fine dining experience including Spago Beverly Hills, Barney Greengrass Beverly Hills and The Beverly Hills Hotel. I have served major celebrity guests both in restaurants and in their homes and have coordinated special catered events such as post Oscar parties. I’ve also served three Presidents of the United States. I have vast wine experience as I worked with Master Sommelier Michael Bonaccorsi. Seven years with Wolfgang Puck, world travel with my husband, and 10 years as an international commercial flight attendant have made me an avid “Foodie”.

For me, cooking is...

A passion that allows me to share my creativity through great food with my little part of the world

I learned to cook at...

Spago Bevery Hills under Wolfgang Puck

A cooking secret...

With every chop and every stir, I’m loving on my food during preparation by imagining the joy, and the’”ummm, that’s amazing food,chef.”

Chef Marnita's reviews

4.3

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43 services

Marina came to our airbnb and cooked a delicious meal for us! The menu showcased a creative blend of flavors that truly impressed. We started with the Mexican street corn fritters, which were crispy on the outside and bursting with flavor inside—definitely a crowd-pleaser. The loaded chickpea salad that followed was fresh and vibrant, a perfect balance of textures and tastes. For the mains, the vegan baked bell peppers were a standout, filled with hearty ingredients and spices that made each bite satisfying. The New Mexican tri-tip was equally remarkable, perfectly cooked and seasoned, showcasing the chef's skill. To finish, the chocolate torte was a rich, decadent treat that rounded out the meal beautifully. The only downside was the timing; our meal took longer than anticipated but cooking for 8 people in an unfamilar environment and accomadating dietary preferences is a challenge so it is understandable and was manageable. However, the quality of the food and the overall experience made it worth the wait. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a unique and flavorful dining experience!

Chef Marnita was a delight! She was very kind and really whipped it up in the kitchen! Our group came to Tahoe for a 30th birthday celebration and we chose a Japanese menu for dinner. Chef cooked plenty of food and we even had leftovers. We really appreciated how pleasant our Chef was. She wasn't overbearing or invasive, she was just like a part of our party! We really enjoyed our experience. Thank you Take A Chef!

Wonderful experience. Super engaging stories and great food. They worked with the limitations of our Airbnb and also left the kitchen spotless. 10/10 would recommend.

It was exactly what I envisioned , an enjoyable evening with great food.