Hey I’m Emily
Emily is a nutrition-minded private chef, recipe developer, and food writer with a passion for telling stories through creative, ingredient-driven dishes.
Trained in NYC and shaped by the vibrant coastal ingredients and lifestyle of sunny San Diego, Emily is back on the East Coast, bringing her approach to kitchens across the Tri-State area.
After transforming her own gut health through easy, anti-inflammatory recipes, she’s on a mission to help clients reach their health goals and meet their dietary needs — without sacrificing the foods they love.
Emily has worked in just about every corner of the food world, from recruiting for the Food Network’s Chopped to writing for the James Beard Foundation, to serving as the Food Editor of Swirled to performance-driven cooking for professional athletes. More than anything, Emily loves to travel and explore through cooking with local ingredients. When she’s not in the kitchen, you’ll find her hiking, checking out farmers markets, and searching for the best hidden gems and coffee shops around.
My Clients Say It Best ✨
“We had such an amazing experience with Chef Emily! The meals were absolutely delicious, each one full of fresh, high-quality ingredients and incredible flavor. So many of the dishes quickly became family favorites. Every meal and snack felt thoughtful and comforting, yet heathy at the same time. We are grateful for the care and passion that went into the food - we were truly excited for every meal!”
Arica & Joe (San Diego Padres)
“The broccoli and sweet potato fries you made last week were a hit with everyone!!! Can I request to have a double order next week? We are all obsessed and it made me so happy because it was veggies and the kids crushed it!”
Kelsey A
“Emily turned the burden and stress of providing meals for us into a delightful experience. She not only knows how to cook, but she successfully met our dietary needs and wants. Emily is reliable, a pleasure to work with, a superb cook, and a lovely person.”
Lois G
I nanny some very picky eaters and I needed help getting them to eat their veggies. The carrots you made were bomb and my kids actually ate them! You also made these protein bars that were better than any bar I’ve ever tasted… You are an amazing chef!
Tina D
“ You’re getting my husband to eat vegetables he never would’ve eaten before. You really have a gift, Emily!”
Martha H