As a culinary artist, I was professionally trained at the Institute of Culinary Education in New York and my West African, French, and Caribbean background has influenced my craft. With over 15 years of experience in the culinary industry and extensive international travel, I have gained expertise in various techniques and cuisines, having worked in renowned restaurants like Chef Marcus Samuelsson's Red Rooster in Harlem and expanding to Red Rooster Overtown in Miami, Florida.
I passionately run a top-tier luxury personal chef and catering business, which brings the 5-star restaurant feeling to private homes, jets, and yachts at competitive prices. I specialize in planning menus and creating new dishes, catering to specific dietary needs. My assurance to you is complete satisfaction as I always strive to deliver exceptional service.
Among my esteemed clientele are NFL football player Chase Young, German rapper JuJu, Triller app entrepreneur Shah, Canadian model and founder of MDRN Form swimwear Hayley Karrina, actress and model Karreuche, NFL defensive tackle, American rapper BET Award for Best Female Hip-Hop Artist Grammy-nominated Remy Ma, and record producer, rapper, and songwriters Timbaland and Swizz Beatz, as well as 2 Chainz, to name only a few.
Event type:
Wedding, Birthday or anniversary party, Dinner party, Corporate event, Bridal or baby shower, Graduation party, Outdoor event, Holiday party, School event, Fundraiser, Funeral
Cuisine(s):
American - casual, American - formal, Italian, Barbecue, Mexican or Latin American, American - Southern, Asian, Mediterranean or Middle Eastern, French, vegan, Indian
Service location:
Remotely
Service Reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Service as described
5.0
Communication
5.0
Punctuality
5.0
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Nicole C.
Last minute, Chef Ari was hired to prepare a family Easter meal and she exceeded all expectations. The food was highly praised by guests and she demonstrated professionalism, punctuality and a kind demeanor. Her performance was impressive!
April 3, 2023
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Brittany G.
Ari truly is an extraordinary chef! She surpassed all of my expectations when she visited my vacation home over Easter. My family was taken aback by having a professional chef in our home, and everything Ari prepared was of exceptional quality. We couldn't get enough of her exquisitely crafted dishes, and my family couldn't resist licking their fingers clean. In addition to her outstanding culinary skills, Ari went above and beyond by washing dishes and even mopping the floors. She made sure that our evening was nothing short of spectacular. I'm excited to go back for seconds, as there are plenty of leftovers to enjoy. Everything was simply perfect and delicious! I'll definitely be booking her services in the near future. Thank you so much for an unforgettable dinner, Ari!
April 3, 2023
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Sarah C.
Ari exceeded our expectations as the hired chef for a bachelor party with her impeccable performance. She arrived prepared and displayed excellent communication skills. The kitchen at the Airbnb was left immaculate after she had finished prepping. Despite some setbacks with the Airbnb, such as a power outage, Ari remained composed and delivered an unforgettable meal. I strongly recommend her services.
March 13, 2023
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Danielle D.
Ari was hired by us to cater for a dinner party of 14 guests. She arrived promptly, greeted us warmly, and immediately set to work on preparing a scrumptious 4-course meal. The presentation of the filet mignon and lobster tail dishes, as well as their flavors, was simply delightful and our guests thoroughly enjoyed them. Once dinner was over, Ari tidied up her work space and left after expressing her gratitude. We would definitely consider hiring her services again without any hesitation. Her service was excellent.
January 30, 2023
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Kyle S.
Chef Ari is fantastic! Her professionalism, promptness, and exceptional talent were truly amazing. Not only is she beautiful on the outside, but also on the inside, with a vast knowledge and education in her craft. My friends and I were thoroughly impressed, and we cannot praise her enough. We will most definitely be calling on her services in the future, as she did not disappoint. I highly recommend Chef Ari for any event, whether it be large or small. She is truly a gem!
