San Diego (University Heights)
5.0
(11 reviews)

Chef Aaron

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Chef Aaron
Verified chef
Food Safety Certified
11 Reviews
Chef Aaron's diverse experience in the culinary world includes work as a sous chef, a garde manger and even a sushi master. After receiving his culinary arts and management certificate, he dove head-first into the realm of gourmet cookery in restaurants and hotels around Southern California. Every step led him to new levels of creativity and craftsmanship, making Chef Aaron an instructor and private cook of exceptional skill.
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Chef Credentials
On Cozymeal since 2023
schooling
  • San Diego Mesa College
certifications
  • ServSafe Certified
philosophy
  • “Using the natural flavors and geometry of food to create an experience”
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Chef Aaron's Overall Rating

5.0 / 5

Based on 11 reviews

Reviews guests left for Chef Aaron

dominika k.

dominika

07/30/24
We had such a great time! Chef Aaron was fantastic & very knowledgeable. Food was delicious. Definitely recommend!
07/30/24
Lukas A.

Lukas

05/23/24
Aaron was great! So kind and very knowledgeable. Loved to cook and learn with him.
05/23/24
Hillary Gruber .

Hillary Gruber

05/22/24
Fun event. Nice guy. Good food. We all enjoyed.
05/22/24