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Chef Laena

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Chef Laena
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Food Safety Certified
11 Reviews
A prolific food entrepreneur and cookbook author, Chef Laena has launched numerous culinary startups, which have earned recognition and accolades for over a decade and counting. With training as an herbalist and a background in food science, she loves to share her unique knowledge while hosting cooking and food preservation classes and events for individuals and teams.
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REVIEWS

Chef Laena's Overall Rating

5.0 / 5

Based on 11 reviews

Reviews Chef Laena received outside of Cozymeal

becky

becky

10/13/22
Our group LOVED this class!!! Laena's energy was great and she encouraged us all to be creative. Highly recommend for friends or colleagues. so fun and delicious!
10/13/22
Gretchen

Gretchen

10/13/22
The class was so much fun. Laena is fantastic. I loved the hot sauce and can't wait to create more. Thanks you!
10/13/22
Russell

Russell

10/13/22
A fun virtual cooking class run by a charismatic, knowledgeable and passionate instructor.
10/13/22
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