Chef Tamara Mayes

Chef At Home in Inglewood
Chef Tamara Mayes

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Chef Tam is a soul-forward private chef and culinary experience curator who blends flavor, feeling, and intention—creating food that nourishes the bod

I’m Chef Tam—a soul-forward private chef and culinary experience curator who believes food should do more than taste good… it should make you feel something.

My work lives at the intersection of flavor, comfort, and intention. Every dish I create is rooted in soulful technique, modern fusion, and an understanding that food carries memory, emotion, and healing. Whether I’m cooking for an intimate dinner, a corporate experience, or a wellness-focused client, my goal is always the same: to nourish the body while honoring the moment.

I don’t just serve meals—I design experiences. From thoughtfully crafted menus to personalized touches that speak to celebration, care, and connection, my approach turns food into a language of love, comfort, and elevation.

Welcome to my table—where every bite has purpose, and every experience is made with heart.

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More about me

For me, cooking is...

For me, cooking is how I serve, heal, and create moments people remember long after the plate is empty.

I learned to cook at...

I learned to cook beside my great-grandmother, as she nourished family, friends, and the community, teaching me that food is an act of love and connec

A cooking secret...

The real secret in the kitchen is love—the care, intention, and respect you bring to the food from start to finish.

My menus

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