Arancini 🤌🏼 Quattri Fromagi Risotto- rolled into bite sized balls, breaded & fried 🤤 And served with Romesco sauce. These are from an appetizer spread for a surprise party! #arancini #aranciniballs #quattrifromaggi #quattrofromaggi #surpriseparty #appyhour #grazingtable #passedapps #appetizerspread #starters #flavorbomb #romesco #italianafood #sicilianfood #foodporn #privatechef #scottsdaleprivatechef #eventchef #ladychef #whatscookin #whatscookinbeach #chefjennbeach #paradisevalleyaz #scottsdalefoodie #phoenixfoodie #italianfoodporn #biteme #phoenixchef (at Scottsdale, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqbKaXZvTc9/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

🍀These meal-preps went out to Emerald Cove for an overnight camping trip with @fitwellescapes for their annual Saint Paddles Day retreat! 🚣🏼‍♀️ • Croissant Sandwich w. White bean-black truffle spread, heirloom tomatoes, arugula, fresh mozzarella, and grilled eggplant. • Southwest Burrito Bowl- sofrito rice, hominy & black beans, grilled shoshito peppers, grilled zucchini& corn, salsa verde • Lemon & Pine Nut Dolma, Falafel, & Tzatziki • Bananas Foster Overnight Oats • Snack Box- Chocolate Protein Truffles & Kale Chips • Snack Box- Black Bean Brownies & Sweet Potato Chips I’m accepting requests for meal-prep & meal-plans on a client to client basis through my new(ish) PLLC @mantramealsaz Send an inquiry for more info! #mealprep #mealplan #retreat #womensretreat #saintpatricksday #saintpaddlesday #fitwell #emeraldcove #camping #girlswhocamp #kayak #truffle #cleaneating #healthyfood #plantprotein #veganprotein #adventure #arizona #coloradoriver #exploreaz #explorearizona #northarizona #mantrameals #mantra #healthylifestyle #healthyandtasty #flavor #privatechef #smallbusiness #ladychef (at Emerald Cove, Colorado River) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqTVkpzvU6_/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Chili Relleno 🌶️ Tempura fried- on a bed of Spanish dirty rice, with pico de gallo, avocado crema, ranchero & microgreens 🌱🥑 I love stuffing mine with Oaxaca cheese 🤤 it has the perfect melty consistency to match the textures and flavors happening here ✨ #chilirelleno #poblano #poblanopeppers #sonora #sonorandesert #picodegallo #avocado #avocadolove #airbnb #photoshoot #tempura #friedfood #spanishrice #glutenfree #texmex #tacobar #privatechef #scottsdale #comfortfood #ladychef #femalechef #womenrunthekitchen #whatscookin #whatscookinbeach #scottsdalechef #paradisevalleychef #phoenixchef #plantbasedchef #mexicanfoodporn #mexicanfood (at Scottsdale, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqJHW84vJtQ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

When I say Spring you say Bounty! 🌱🥦🥕🍆🧅 🌻🌿🌾🌸💐 Impressive flavor combinations and presentation techniques are fun and challenging to compose- but my hearts center aligns with locally grown food, at the peak of it’s season, cooked and seasoned just enough to compliment and intensify the natural flavor of the ingredients. #tastetherainbow #rainbowveggies #heirloomveggies #heirloomvegetables #mushroomveloute #velouté #local #seasonal #localvegetables #seasonalvegetables #grilledveggies #grilledvegetables #grilled #digin #mushrooms #glutenfree #finedining #simplefood #simpleflavors #elevated #cleaneating #cleanfood #mindfuleating #mantrameals #whatscookin #whatscookinbeach #holistichealth #holisticchef #privatechef #mealplanning (at Scottsdale, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqHAyUgvOOn/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

I realized that I posted the same exact picture of myself recently 😝🤦🏻‍♀️ and I do like that picture- but I definitely have more from that photo shoot! I was going through some photo albums for head shots for an up-coming collaboration. I’ve dropped some hints- but I’ll officially announce it when the official infographics start coming out!! 🫣🤩 I feel beyond blessed for this life that I’ve been building 💖 I really feel like I’ve figured it out. I’ve figured out my purpose(s), what I want out of this life, and how to get it. I love having a fun career that excites me, challenges me, and is able to support the life that I desire. The climb isn’t over- but I can finally slow down and enjoy the view. And that’s the most beautiful thing that I have ever built. Without getting too personal-there was a point in time where I thought I was done being a Chef and I would never have this. I just had to put my vision into focus-and start taking the steps to get there. Once you start to enjoy the journey, it’s easy to look track and surprise yourself with how far you’ve come! Okay, I’m done sounding like a fortune cooking 🤪 Thanks for catching me in my element 📸 @tcohphotos #womensmonth #smallwins #celebratesmallwins #liveauthentically #livepurposefully #trustthejourney #embracethejourney #manifest #manifestdestiny #workhard #workwithpurpose #worklifebalance #cheflife #privatechef #ladychef #entrepreneur #smallbusinessowner #livingonaprayer #keepthecourse #collaboration #airbnb #napqueen #powernaps #growth #growthmindset #healing #stepintoyourpower #stayhumble #womensupportingwomen #womenshistorymonth (at Scottsdale, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqEKPHESLka/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

This was a wild one 🤪 A group of Pisces came out to celebrate their birthdays 🎏 so we made an Italian Feast 🍝 Arancini w. Marinara Fresh Pasta Tuscan Shrimp Tiramisu We lost some shirts but dinner made it to the table 😂🤷🏻‍♀️ #privatechef #privateparty #birthdayparty #cookingclass #Scottsdale #wheninscottsdale #whattodoinscottsdale #privatechefscottsdale #italianclass #pastaclass #whatscookin #whatscookinbeach #scottsdaleparty #eventchef #ladychef #italianfood #italianmenu #familydinner #scottsdaletrip #airbnb #airbnbexperience #scottsdalearizona #paradisevalleychef #arizonachef #sedonachef #mantrameals #mantra #comfortfood (at Scottsdale, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpyLMNoy7sm/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Whipped Truffle Ricotta & Heirloom Cherry Tomato Confit Crostinis 🌿 One of the appetizers for an Appy & Cocktail hour to kick off a surprise party for a very lucky guest! #surpriseparty #crostini #whippedricotta #whitetruffle #tomatoconfit #heirloomtomatoes #cherrytomatoes #appetizers #canapes #horsdoeuvres #starters #grazingtables #birthdayparty #scottsdale #arcadia #phoenixchef #finedining #scottsdaleprivatechef #whatscookin #whatscookinbeach #paradisevalleyprivatechef #eventchef #ladychef #womanownedbusiness #womenrunthekitchen #privateevents #privatedinner #dinnerparty #comfortfood #tapas (at Scottsdale, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpvPCLiLwJs/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Happy Women’s Day!! We’re not going to be shy about celebrating our accomplishments! As women, we’re used to the old as time phrase, “a woman belongs in the kitchen” until you, a woman, go to work in the kitchen- only to see that too is run by men! And then as a woman, you have to be more talented, faster, more efficient and consistent than your male peers to even be viewed as an equal. Maybe. And still as a woman, I have people question by ability to “handle” what comes my way- but I conquer it every time. This is for all of the women- not just Chefs- who have risen above in their male dominated industries (and worlds) and have managed to set themselves apart. To be viewed for their taken as a person- not just “for a girl.” We’re still coming up and we’re not done yet! Can I get a HEARD 🗣️ #womansday #internationalwomensday #ladychef #womanchef #womanownedbusiness #womanrunbusiness #womanceo #womenincharge #whoruntheworldgirls #womenontop #womenrun #top25privatechefs #phoenixtop25 #phoenixbest #azprivatechef #phoenixprivatechef #scottsdaleprivatechef #girlswhocook #whatscookin #whatscookinbeach #girlpower #truecooks #entrepreneur #girlswhohustle #girlswhogrind #ladyboss #bossbitch #yeschef #integrity (at Paradise Valley, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpjOVL_r0zu/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Appy Hour 🫒 with wine pairings 🍷 This has become an increasingly popular class for corporate and team building events 📈 You’ll learn how to make a variety of appetizers and a charcuterie board to snack on while we cook! You have the option to have a wine pairing to with the appetizers- or learn a fun cocktail/mocktail to sip! #whatscookin #whatscookinbeach #appyhour #happyhour #winepairings #cocktail #mocktail #charcuterie #sharkcoochieboard #crostini #antipasto #antipastoskewers #minicalzones #beggarspurse #vegaspurse #noms #cookingclass #privatechef #corporateevent #teambuilding #teambuildingevents #teambuildingclass #scottsdale #wheninscottsdale #scottsdalefoodie #phoenixfoodie #arizonaprivatechef #scottsdaleprivatechef #paradisevalleyaz #residentactivity (at Scottsdale, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpYStbNvVTO/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

When I say no waste- I mean absolutely none! Instead of throwing out your beet stems- you can make a quick pickle by adding some of your favorite aromatics, vinegar, salt, sugar, and boiling water! Set it in the fridge for a few hours and you’ll have amazingly flavorful tender-crisp pickles that you can serve as a side, garnish, or purée it into a vinaigrette! #nowaste #nowastecooking #upcycledcooking #sustainable #sustainability #sustainablecooking #sustainablebusiness #quickpickle #pickled #pickles #glutenfree #beets #beetrecipes #cookingtips #recipe #privatechef #cookingclass #beetsthreeways #whatscookin #whatscookinbeach #upcycle #guthealth #probiotics #ferment #fermentedfoods #vegan #veganfoodporn #veganaf #veganaz #phoenixvegan (at Scottsdale, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpVdXnVP6Gf/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Cara Cara oranges are my favorite because they’re ✨pink✨ and so juicy and flavorful! I brought this platter to a Galentines day party and everyone thought it was grapefruit (still yummy, just not as sweet!) they were so delighted when they decided to give it a taste! Also pictured: strawberries 🍓 and pink glow pineapples 😍 #fruitboard #charcuterie #sharkcoochie #galentines #galentinesday #fruitplatter #fruit #strawberries #pinkpineapple #rawvegan #vegan #valentines #pink #pinkfruit #whatscookin #whatscookinbeach #naturescandy #privatechef #scottsdalefoodie #phoenixfoodie #glutenfree #fructose #cleanfood #brunch #brunchtime #brunching #holisticchef #plantbasedchef #ladychef #paradisevalley (at Scottsdale, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpNpd3TLsCg/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

According to my niece- this is the best food picture on my phone right now because strawberries are elite 🍓🍓🍓 She’s got a point. As a sweet ending to a French cooking class- we made these Chocolate Molten Lava cakes served with vanilla ice cream (not pictured) and fresh strawberries 🍰 #dessert #strawberries #sweets #sweettreat #chocolate #darkchocolate #lavacake #moltenlavacake #dessertcourse #cookingclass #frenchcooking #frenchclass #scottsdale #scottsdalechecklist #privatechef #birthdayparty #familyparty #plated #scottsdalefoodie #phoenixfoodie #arizonachef #scottsdalechef #ladychef #truecooks #chocolatefix #whatscookin #whatscookinbeach (at Scottsdale, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpLUsEBveQZ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Esquites stuffed Avocados 🥑 w. Chipotle crema 🌶️ Esquites is just elote corn without the cob! 🌽 These avocados were so tiny they were like deviled eggs 🤤 but way better! This is one of many appetizer options for a Sonoran Southwest dinner party🏜️ #elote #esquites #elotecorn #avocado #stuffedavocado #sonoran #sonorandesert #bachelorparty #plateddinner #dinnerparty #privatedinner #privatechef #whatscookin #whatscookinbeach #scottsdaleaz #scottsdalefoodie #phoenixfoodie #glutenfree #glutenfreerecipe #mexicanfood #mexicanmenu #plantbased #plantbasedrecipes #holisticchef #ladychef #truecooks #finedining #inhomechef #holisticchef #plantbasedchef #airbnb (at Scottsdale, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpD4DGgyflx/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

The more color you have on your plate- it’s not only a feast for the eyes but it’s assurance that you’re eating a variety of vitamins and nutrients 🌈 In this vegan sushi class- we made Green Goddess rolls, Rainbow rolls, Purple Sweet Potato rolls, Avocado Sashimi & Marinated Tofu Sashimi 🥑 #tastetherainbow #rainbowroll #greengoddess #nigiri #sashimi #plantbased #veganized #veganrecipes #cookingclass #sushiclass #privateclass #privatechef #whatscookin #whatscookinbeach #holisticchef #plantbasedchef #phoenixprivatechef #scottsdaleprivatechef #cheflife #glutenfree #glutenfreeclass #glutenfreerecipes #phoenixfoodies #scottsdalefoodies #foodporn #veganfoodporn (at Mesa, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/Co-iJedPSOn/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

A sweet finished to a Refined French Feast 👩🏻‍🍳😘🤌🏼 You’ll always find that my favorite things are simple and basic. Fresh, flavorful and straight to the point🍓 And yes, even French food can be made plant-based 🤪 #tarte #tartine #fruittart #custard #frenchfeast #frenchfood #pastrycream #plantbased #refined #french #feast #plateddinner #privatechef #phoenixfoodies #scottsdalefoodies #scottsdaleprivatechef #paradisevalleychef #phoenixprivatechef #simplicity #straighttothepoint #fresh #dessert #ephemeral (at Scottsdale, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/Co7lw7dpnqL/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Chili today 🌶️ hot tamale 🫔😝 This was the first course for a Sonoran Southwest Menu that I did for a Bachelor party 🎉 Chili Relleno stuffed with Oaxaca Cheese, in a bed of Spanish rice with avocado crema and ranchero salsa 💃🏻 #chilirelleno #bachelor #bachelorparty #scottsdalebeforetheveil #dinnerparty #privatedinner #privatechef #scottsdaleprivatechef #sonoran #southwest #glutenfree #paradisevalley (at Scottsdale, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/ConVMM1v8Uc/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

This is the fun part 🤩 (at Scottsdale, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoXu7NSPgKm/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=