Chef Larien Clark Ms
Chef At Home in Costa Mesa
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Refined , balanced , bold flavors, seasonally driven ingredients, meticulous technique, classic foundations.
With over a decade of leadership in fine dining, luxury hotels, and culinary R&D, I specialize in crafting elevated private dining experiences that blend refined technique with soulful storytelling. My culinary journey includes serving as Executive Sous Chef for Hilton, leading culinary operations at Nordstrom’s flagship restaurants and UCLA’s elite dining programs, and working alongside renowned chefs at Michael Mina’s Bourbon Steak Orange County and the Waldorf Astoria. I’ve also led kitchen teams at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach and the Michelin-starred Vale Mission Pacific Resort.
I don’t just cook—I curate seasonal, story-driven menus using premium ingredients, inspired by coastal California, Creole roots, and global flavor profiles. Whether you're hosting an intimate tasting for two or a multi-course celebration dinner, each dish is plated with intention and delivered with seamless, five-star hospitality.
More about me
For me, cooking is...
For me, cooking is an art form—a way to tell stories, evoke emotions, and bring people together through carefully crafted flavors.
I learned to cook at...
I learned to cook at the intersection of hands-on experience and formal training, honing my skills in high-end restaurants, luxury hotels.
A cooking secret...
My secret in the kitchen is balance—knowing when to refine, when to elevate, and when to let ingredients speak for themselves.
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