Experienced and dedicated private chef with over two decades in the hospitality industry. With a strong foundation from the prestigious Culinary Institute of America in New York, earning both a degree in the culinary arts and in hotel and restaurant management. Skilled at creating bespoke culinary experiences tailored to individual preferences and dietary needs. Offering a unique culinary perspective, with previous experience working as a postpartum doula to provide supportive and nurturing care during a sensitive period in clients' lives. Developed nutritious meals balancing the intricate needs of the senior community with Meals on Wheels. With a passion for both culinary excellence and human connection, creating unforgettable dining experiences while promoting well-being and nourishment.

For me, cooking is...

For me, cooking is an opportunity to share my love of food and culture with those around me.

I learned to cook at...

The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY

A cooking secret...

Respect the ingredients you're working with, where they came from, and who grew and harvested them.

My menus

Summer Seasonal

STARTER

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Pan con Tomate, heirloom tomatoes, garlic, Ad Astra bread, Spanish olive oil

Prosciutto wrapped melon, balsamic reduction

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Heirloom tomato panzanella salad, burrata cheese, basil, champagne vinegar vinaigrette

MAIN COURSE

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Chicken Albondigas, feta cheese, spinach, romesco sauce

Fresh Herb Falafels, tzatziki sauce, pickled sumac onions

Grilled Chicken, castelvetrano olives caper salasa verde, preserved lemon, charred brocollini

Shrimp Sagnaki, tomato braised shrimp, black olives, fresh herbs, bread

DESSERT

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Basque Cheesecake, blackberry sauce

Chocolate Budino, fresh local berries, salted pistachio crumble

Strawberry Panna Cotta, pistachio brittle

Mediterranean Delight

STARTER

All inclusive

Mezze Platter- beet hummus, muhammara roasted red pepper and walnut dip, whipped feta cheese, pita chips, fresh veggies, marinated olives

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Fattoush Salad, zaatar pita croutons, heirloom tomatoes, radishes, cucumbers, sumac-feta cheese dressing

MAIN COURSE

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Greek Lamb Kleftiko, roasted potatoes, fresh herbs, kefalotyri cheese, baked in parchment

Moroccan Fish fillets poached in spicy paprika, roasted vegetables

Spanakorizo, Greek spinach rice, feta cheese, almonds

Yogurt & Lemon Marinated Chicken, quinoa tabouli

Spanish Chorizo Pasta, manchego cheese, kale, roasted garlic

DESSERT

All inclusive

Baklava Cheesecake, filo dough, pistachios, honey, orange blossom

Tokyo Dinner

STARTER

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Crispy Rice Ahi Tuna- soy crispy rice, raw ahi tuna, avocado, jalapeno

FIRST COURSE

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Gyoza- pan-fried gyoza, minced pork, ginger, garlic, chives, soy-sesame dipping sauce

Mini Baked Dynamite Bites- mixed seafood, spicy sauce, tobiko

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Nobu's Miso Black Cod- soba noodles, dashi, asparagus, charred scallions

Negima Yakatori- chicken & scallion skewers, togarashi ponzu

DESSERT

All inclusive

Matcha Panna Cotta, candied ginger crumbles

Latin American

STARTER

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Coctel de Camerones, heirloom tomatoes, cucumber, avocado

Tostones Rellenos, plantain cups filled with shredded beef

FIRST COURSE

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Peruvian Ceviche, tuna, amberjack, aji amarillo, leche de tigre

Elote grilled corn salad, queso fresco, cilantro, lime

MAIN COURSE

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Grilled Skirt Steak, salsa chimichurri, charred brocollini

Arroz con Pollo, saffron, mixed vegetables

DESSERT

All inclusive

Creme Caramel, custard, caramel sauce

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Chef Yaza's reviews

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6 services

Yaza was awesome, and can clearly cook! The dining aspect was 10/10 but Yaza really made the experience. She’s friendly and down to earth which really made the whole dinner more relaxing.

Yaza was so easy to work with, she was very flexible with menu options and even last minute changes. The food was just loved by all, I could not recommend Yaza enough! Will be using her for the next event we have! She set up the dinner with beautifully presented menus.