Chef Laila S.
Private Chef In New York City
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I understand that food is ceremonial, ritualistic, and is embedded deeply in so many aspects of our lives. I seek to honor that in my work.
Classically trained in Culinary arts, I interweave aspects of my Mediterranean and Middle Eastern heritage in my cooking. I graduated from the Culinary Institute of America 9 years ago and have been cooking in professional kitchens for almost 10 years. I ran a couple of fine dining restaurants in the Hudson Valley where I got to work with local farmers and producers. I have since relocated to NYC and have been focusing on my private dinners. Cooking for me is a visceral part of who I am. I love working with my clients to provide them with an unforgettable and intimate experience with their loved ones. I have worked with a wide range of cuisines across the globe and can curate a menu that's unique to each client.
More about me
For me, cooking is...
A defining part of my life.
I learned to cook at...
Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park
A cooking secret...
Cook with sincerity.
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