Get to know me better

indulge in vibrant flavors with Chef Chanell, a traveling personal chef and culinary consultant known for thoughtful menus and memorable experiences.

Hi! I’m a culinary professional with 13+ years of experience creating delicious dining experiences for private clients, estates, events, and productions.

My approach to cooking is offering bold yet balanced flavor, and thoughtful presentation. I love taking beautiful ingredients and transforming them into food that feels both elevated and inviting. From intimate dinners to larger gatherings, I tailor each menu to the occasion, the people I’m cooking for, and the experience they want to have.

My culinary journey has taken me from Chicago to Los Angeles and internationally, with training that includes workshops at Le Cordon Bleu Paris and culinary experiences in London. I’ve had the opportunity to cook for discerning private and high-profile clients, as well as work in demanding event and production environments where discretion, adaptability, and attention to detail are essential.

Whether I’m creating a relaxed family-style meal or an unforgettable private dining experience, my goal is simple: to make you feel cared for through food.

More about me

For me, cooking is...

Ethereal. Flavor reigns supreme in my culinary realm. I believe great food should do more than taste delicious—it should create a feeling.

I learned to cook at...

At home and across the world including workshops at Le Cordon Bleu Paris and culinary study in London.

A cooking secret...

Cooking with love and layering flavor. I’m always looking for that little something-a fresh herb, a perfectly balanced acid, a thoughtful spice blend.