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Chef Michaela realized her passion for cooking as a teenager and has never looked back. From selling plates of food from her apartment kitchen to starting her own catering business in San Diego, she’s developed her skill and culinary style over her years in the industry. She specializes in many cuisines from Italian to Asian to American Soul, and she always finds great joy in witnessing her guests enjoying the dishes she has created.

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Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: French Bistro Feasts

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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU

Traditional Barbecue Favorites

$59 each

Private Chef Meal

$59

Learn to make authentic barbecue in this fun class. This private chef meal with Chef Tiffany turns your gathering into a summer barbecue feast without you lifting a finger. Relax while she crafts a gourmet BBQ meal featuring grilled meats and seasonal side dishes for your group. Enjoy grilled seasonal...

Serving the Washington, D.C. area

Next Date: Wed, Jul 2nd & other times

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Washington, D.C. Private Chef Meal: Elevated Steak Dinner

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Elevated Steak Dinner

$109 each

Private Chef Meal

$109

Sit back, relax and allow Chef Greg to prepare an upscale and unforgettable steak dinner. During this private chef meal, Chef Greg will prepare for you a gourmet steak dinner worthy of a Michelin-starred steakhouse. Chef Greg will begin with beautifully marbled New York strip steak with mushroom and Talisker...

Serving the Washington, D.C. area

Next Date: Thu, Jul 3rd & other times

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Washington, D.C. Private Chef Meal: Upscale Modern Surf and Turf

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Upscale Modern Surf and Turf

$129 each

Private Chef Meal

$129

Chef Tre reimagines surf and turf by putting creative spins on classic dishes. In this private chef meal, Chef Tre curates a land and sea menu with a contemporary feel. Indulge in a four-course menu and let a five-star chef create gourmet memories for you and your guests. Begin with crispy crab cakes over a...

Serving the Washington, D.C. area

Next Date: Mon, Jul 7th & other times

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Washington, D.C. Food Tour + Drink Upgrade: A Toast to Washington, D.C.

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Food Tour + Drink Upgrade

A Toast to Washington, D.C.

$125

Food Tour + Drink Upgrade

$125

Sip and savor the best bites and beverages as you explore the neighborhood of Georgetown. Enhance the food tour with an upgraded drinks package featuring locally crafted kombucha, seasonal cocktails and refreshing local beer. Enjoy expertly paired flavors in historic Georgetown. Begin with a walk past Georgetown...

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3.0

4 Reviews

Washington (Northwest Washington)

Next Date: Wed, Jul 2nd at 11:00AM & other times

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Washington, D.C. Food Tour: A Taste of Washington, D.C.

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A Taste of Washington, D.C.

$89

Food Tour

$89

Find fantastic gourmet flavor waiting around every corner in the historic heart of the U.S. Explore Washington, D.C.’s rich history and vibrant culinary scene on a food tour that blends iconic sights with classic local flavors. Discover how Georgetown’s storied past and evolving tastes come alive through every...

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3.0

4 Reviews

Washington (Northwest Washington)

Next Date: Wed, Jul 2nd at 11:00AM & other times

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Washington, D.C. Weekend Food Tour: Washington, D.C.'s Top Gourmet Eats

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Weekend Food Tour

Washington, D.C.'s Top Gourmet Eats

$89

Weekend Food Tour

$89

Spend some quality weekend time tracking down the best bites in vibrant Washington, D.C. Spend your weekend discovering the flavors and stories that define Georgetown on a weekend food tour combining history, culture and cuisine. Taste classic dishes in timeless settings. Kick off with a stroll by Georgetown...

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3.0

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Washington, D.C. Team Building Activity: Culinary Challenge With Mystery Box

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Great for Groups of 12-40

Culinary Challenge With Mystery Box

$159

Team Building Activity

$159

ompete with your team in a thrilling culinary showdown. Unleash your creativity and teamwork in this mystery cooking competition led by Chef Li. In this exciting team-building event, teams will collaborate to craft a multi-course meal using surprise ingredients, putting their culinary skills to the test. Work with...

Washington DC (Northeast)

Next Date: Wed, Jul 2nd at 6:00PM & other times

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Washington, D.C. Team Building Activity: The Magnificence of Maki

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Great for Groups of 4-22

The Magnificence of Maki

$109

Team Building Activity

$109

Discover the magnificence of maki in this interactive team building experience with Chef Made Master. In this hands-on team building experience with Chef Made Master, you and your team will work together as you learn how to prepare three different types of maki rolls and more using incredibly fresh, high-quality...

Washington, D.C. (Capitol Hill)

Next Date: Thu, Jul 3rd at 6:00PM & other times

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Washington, D.C. Team Building Activity: Mystery Box Challenge the Italian Way

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Great for Groups of 12-40

Mystery Box Challenge the Italian Way

$159

Team Building Activity

$159

Collaborate and compete in a creative culinary showdown. This gourmet team building activity invites your team to test their creativity and teamwork in an exciting Italian mystery box cookoff. With Chef Greg guiding the way, collaboration and improvisation will be key to crafting a delicious multi-course...

Washington DC (Northeast)

Next Date: Thu, Jul 3rd at 6:00PM & other times

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Online Cooking Class: Hawaiian-Style Luau Party

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Cooking Class + Mixology

Fully Interactive

Hawaiian-Style Luau Party

$39/Person

Online Cooking Class

$39/Person

Get ready to experience bright Hawaiian flavors and recipes. Take a culinary cruise to the Hawaiian Islands with Chef Stacy in this Polynesian-inspired online cooking class. Chef Stacy will teach you how to concoct a fun, festive and tropical-themed menu. Get the party started with a classic and creamy piña...

Next Date: Wed, Jul 2nd, 4:00pm PT/7:00pm ET & other times

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Online Cooking Class: Pappardelle Pasta From Scratch

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Pappardelle Pasta From Scratch

$39/Person

Online Cooking Class

$39/Person

Get ready to learn how to prepare a traditional Italian pappardelle bolognese right at home. During this virtual cooking class with Chef Angela-Michelle, you will learn how to make fresh pappardelle pasta (without a pasta machine!) completely from scratch in the comfort of your own kitchen. You will also learn how to...

Next Date: Wed, Jul 2nd, 6:00pm PT/9:00pm ET & other times

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Online Cooking Class: Sweet and Savory Afternoon Tea

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Sweet and Savory Afternoon Tea

$39/Person

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$39/Person

Create a unique, Indian-inspired afternoon tea in this interactive virtual class with Chef Radhika. While high tea is a typically fancy occasion filled with sweet and savory snacks, afternoon tea is its more casual counterpart. In this interactive online cooking class with Chef Radkiha, you will learn how to create an...

Next Date: Thu, Jul 3rd, 11:00am PT/2:00pm ET & other times

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Private Chef Meals WITH Chef Michaela THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Washington, D.C. Private Chef Meal: Elevated Italian Cooking

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Elevated Italian Cooking

$79

Private Chef Meal

$79

Invite Italy's flavors and hearty aromas into your kitchen in this luxurious private chef meal. Get ready for a burst of Italian flavor in this indulgent private chef meal from Chef Michaela. After starting with a light salad studded with fresh vegetables and a tangy Champagne lemon vinaigrette, you'll...

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Washington, D.C. Private Chef Meal: Bite-Sized Amuse-Bouche Favorites

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Bite-Sized Amuse-Bouche Favorites

$119

Private Chef Meal

$119

Enjoy an elegant night filled with delectable finger foods straight out of a fancy restaurant. This private chef meal with Chef Michaela is the perfect date night idea. You and your loved one will be delighted by a menu of bite-sized hors d'œuvres from around the world. Start with a Brazilian cheese bread puff,...

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Washington, D.C. Private Chef Meal: Soothing Southern Soul Food

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Soothing Southern Soul Food

$119

Private Chef Meal

$119

Get ready for a comfortable night in with all of the best Southern comfort food. What's better than authentic Southern soul food? Chef Michaela taps into her Southern roots in this private chef meal, where she treats you to traditional soulful dishes prepared with culinary expertise. Start the evening with zesty...

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REVIEWS

Chef Michaela's Overall Rating

5.0 / 5

Based on 6 reviews

Reviews guests left for Chef Michaela

Amey

08/21/22

Michaela was incredible! I booked her for my sister’s bachelorette party as a welcome dinner kick off in our AirBnB. Not only was the food delicious, she was super accommodating to our request to have our four course meal served on our AirBnB’s rooftop - which involved bringing food up a challenging set of stairs multiple times. The food was to die for and our group has not stopped talking about the meal. She cleaned up and left our place better than she found it. Can not recommend her enough!

08/21/22

Idriys

04/26/22

Chef Michaela is very friendly and extremely talented. I chose the "Elevated Italian Cooking" dinner. Everything was extremely flavorful and delicious. You will not be disappointed. I am happy I chose her to help me celebrate my engagement and I plan hire her again. Would definitely recommend if you are in the DC / Maryland area!

04/26/22

Adrien

03/27/22

Chef Michaela dishes were so good. We enjoyed every bite! She was professional and her presentation was nice! Choose her! You won’t be disappointed.

03/27/22

Reviews Chef Michaela received outside of Cozymeal

Susie

03/21/22

We had such a wonderful experience dealing with Chef Michaela and her staff! We hosted a party for 50 people. The number of compliments on the food and presentation was amazing. She and her staff were friendly and professional and the food was outstanding. She was easy to work with and her attention to detail was superb. Only disappointment was she left southern California and we cannot hire her again! The DC area is lucky to have such a fabulous Chef as Michaela to work with!

03/21/22

Kyle

03/21/22

Chef Michaela provided me and my lady an amazing experience. She was punctual, very clean, cooked the food quickly, and very detailed with her display. Most importantly the food was extremely flavorful. I usually get the same thing because I know exactly what I want. And she found a way to make one of my favorites and make it taste better than I have ever had it before. I would highly recommend chef Michaela to anyone. We will be having her back next month!!

03/21/22

Amber

02/14/22

Chef Michaela pays super attention to detail and truly cares about her craft. She is an entrepreneur who started her own private culinary business and wants to share her love of food with all of D.C. I totally recommend working with her!

02/14/22

Chef Michaela

French Bistro Feasts

Steak Frites to Crème Brûlée

Authentic Brasserie Flavors in Every Bite

Traditional Barbecue Favorites

Elevated Steak Dinner

Upscale Modern Surf and Turf

A Toast to Washington, D.C.

A Taste of Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C.'s Top Gourmet Eats

Culinary Challenge With Mystery Box

The Magnificence of Maki

Mystery Box Challenge the Italian Way

Hawaiian-Style Luau Party

Pappardelle Pasta From Scratch

Sweet and Savory Afternoon Tea

Private Chef Meals WITH Chef Michaela THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Elevated Italian Cooking

Bite-Sized Amuse-Bouche Favorites

Soothing Southern Soul Food