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When it comes to curating dishes and menus for others, Chef Dana is no stranger to meeting her clients' needs. She's crafted everything from vegan and plant-forward recipes for home delivery to full-service spreads for dinner parties and galas. With more than 25 years of experience in the catering and private chef industry, Chef Dana has mastered the art of making memorable meals and is always excited for new culinary opportunities.

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Bay Area Cooking Class: Vegan Currito Bowl

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Bay Area Hibachi Catering: Hibachi Grill Extravaganza

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Hibachi Grill Extravaganza

$60 each

Hibachi Catering

$60

Explore the delights of Japanese hibachi grilling with a personalized touch for your special event. This private chef meal brings the art of hibachi cooking right to your home. Led by Chef Josh, your group will be treated to an interactive culinary experience as he expertly prepares your choice of strip steak,...

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Chef Josh or Local Hibachi Chef

4.8

10 Reviews

San Francisco

Next Date: Fri, Jul 10th & other times

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Bay Area Private Chef Meal: Ultimate Holiday Culinary Feast

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Ultimate Holiday Culinary Feast

$99 each

Private Chef Meal

$99

Enjoy a chef-crafted Thanksgiving spread, ready to savor with your family at home. Chef Esh-Marie’s Thanksgiving drop-off menu captures the flavors of the season with dishes crafted to perfection. Each course brings a touch of comfort and luxury to your holiday table, allowing you to relax and enjoy. This...

Next Date: Fri, Jul 10th & other times

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Bay Area Private Chef Meal: Trattoria Night With Italian Classics

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Trattoria Night With Italian Classics

$109 each

Private Chef Meal

$109

Indulge in this menu featuring handmade pasta, Neapolitan pizza and a delicious dessert. In this private chef meal, you will enjoy an unforgettable evening featuring a delightful menu centered around Italian-inspired dishes. Chef Mordechai transforms your space into a cozy trattoria, preparing each meal with...

Next Date: Fri, Jul 10th

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Bay Area Food Tour: Exploring the Mission District

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Exploring the Mission District

$89

Food Tour

$89

Discover the culinary secrets that lie at the heart of a cherished San Francisco neighborhood. This San Francisco food tour uncovers the Mission District through the flavors that define its everyday life and evolving identity. Shaped by waves of immigration and now known as the city’s Latino cultural heart, the...

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Guide Shawn or Local Guide

5.0

16 Reviews

San Francisco (Mission District)

Next Date: Fri, Jul 10th at 11:00AM & other times

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Bay Area Food Tour: Explore Chinatown and Little Italy

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Explore Chinatown and Little Italy

$95

Food Tour

$95

Discover the cultural hub of San Francisco's Chinatown and Little Italy. On this food tour, you'll explore all that San Francisco has to offer as you visit Chinatown and Little Italy's best restaurants, bakeries and more. An experienced guide will keep you entertained with stories and interesting facts about the area,...

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Guide Isabella or Local Guide

5.0

27 Reviews

San Francisco (Chinatown)

Next Date: Fri, Jul 10th at 2:45PM & other times

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Bay Area Food Tour: North Beach Neighborhood Cuisine

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North Beach Neighborhood Cuisine

$115

Food Tour

$115

Check out city highlights and culinary culture with family and friends. Explore the city you love from the perspective of its culinary scene on a food tour. Led by a talented guide, you'll walk through San Francisco's North Beach area and savor delicious appetizers, entrées, desserts and beverages. Learn interesting...

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Guide Avital or Local Guide

5.0

5 Reviews

San Francisco

Next Date: Fri, Jul 10th at 3:00PM & other times

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Bay Area Team Cooking Class: Authentic Flavors of India

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Great for Groups of 4-12

Authentic Flavors of India

$135

Team Building Activity

$135

Enjoy traditional Indian spices and techniques in this team building class with Chef Parsati. Explore bright and complex flavors as you get a taste of India in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Parsati. Prepare various delicacies made from premium ingredients as you master skills to elevate your kitchen game...

Next Date: Thu, Jul 9th at 2:00PM & other times

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Bay Area Team Cooking Class: Classic Italian Kitchen Techniques

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Great for Groups of 20-40

Classic Italian Kitchen Techniques

$169

Team Building Activity

$169

Build team relationships while crafting an Italian-style meal with world-class gourmet, Chef Lorenzo. Foster a collaborative and fun team environment with this pasta-making team building class featuring rich Italian favorites, including homemade gnocchi pasta. First, mix up a creamy cheese fondue for dipping crispy...

San Francisco (Fisherman's Wharf)

Next Date: Fri, Jul 10th at 6:00PM & other times

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Bay Area Team Cooking Class: Holiday Cookie Decorating Duel

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Great for Groups of 15-35

Holiday Cookie Decorating Duel

$115

Team Building Activity

$115

Create a new tradition with your team through an immersive holiday cookie decorating event. Gather your group for this festive team building cookie-decorating event hosted on-site in your office as Chef Esh-Marie leads you through beautiful culinary decorating techniques and an exciting cookie board challenge. Your...

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Online Cooking Class: Making Macaron Magic

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Fully Interactive

Making Macaron Magic

$49/Person

Online Cooking Class

$49/Person

Try your hand at turning out a chic and delicious French favorite dessert. Dazzle your friends with the homemade macarons you'll create in this interactive online cooking class. Chef Stacey provides everything you need to conjure up a collection of salted caramel chocolate macarons with all the charm and flair of a...

Next Date: Thu, Jul 9th, 4:00pm PT/7:00pm ET & other times

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Online Cooking Class: Pancakes and Mimosas Pajama Brunch

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Fully Interactive

Pancakes and Mimosas Pajama Brunch

$39/Person

Online Cooking Class

$39/Person

Start the day off right with a pancake and mimosa brunch — pajamas included. During this live and interactive online cooking class, Chef Angela-Michelle will teach you how to create a classic brunch spread. You'll learn how to prepare tart and fluffy lemon ricotta pancakes drizzled with a fresh blueberry compote and...

Next Date: Fri, Jul 10th, 10:00am PT/1:00pm ET & other times

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Online Cooking Class: Caribbean-Style Fish Tacos and Margaritas

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Cooking Class + Mixology

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Caribbean-Style Fish Tacos and Margaritas

$39/Person

Online Cooking Class

$39/Person

Learn how to prepare fish tacos and margaritas that will transport you to the islands. During this live and interactive online cooking class with Chef Natasha, you will learn how to prepare fish tacos that fuse Latin and Caribbean flavors and cooking techniques. Chef Natasha will begin by teaching you how to make...

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Bay Area Private Chef Meal: Middle Eastern Cuisine

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Middle Eastern Cuisine

$129

Private Chef Meal

$129

Enjoy an authentic meal from the Middle East in this private chef meal. Explore the flavors of the Middle East in this private chef meal, where Chef Dana will prepare traditional dishes from Turkey, Israel and Iran for a cultural and vibrant menu. Begin with an authentic Turkish pizza and zesty pickled...

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Signature French Bistro

$129

Private Chef Meal

$129

Enjoy a meal reminiscent of a traditional French bistro in this private chef meal. Sit back and relax while Chef Dana prepares an intimate French menu completely from scratch. Begin with mussels seeped in garlic, lemon and white wine. For your entrée, taste wine-braised chicken with creamy potatoes followed by...

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Bay Area Cooking Class: Sophisticated Spanish Tapas

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Sophisticated Spanish Tapas

$95

Cooking Class

$95

Discover how to maximize flavor in the kitchen with Spanish tapas in this cooking class. In this hands-on cooking class, learn how to prepare and serve unforgettable tapas. Chef Dana will help you transform basic ingredients into one-of-a-kind meals that are easy to recreate at home. Begin by crafting smooth ajo...

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Classic Flavors of Cyprus

$125

Cooking Class

$125

Level up your culinary skills in this cooking class by making authentic Cyprus cuisine. Explore the bold and rich flavors of the Mediterranean in this interactive cooking class. Chef Dana will take you on a tour of the vibrant Cyprus cuisine made famous in the region. Begin by tossing a zesty salad with fried...

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Techniques From Northern Italy

$125

Cooking Class

$125

Prepare a traditional Italian meal in this engaging cooking class. In this hands-on cooking class, discover the flavors and recipes famous in the region of Northern Italy. Chef Dana will help you incorporate fresh and local ingredients with imported specialty products for an unforgettable meal. Begin by tossing...

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Chef Dana's Overall Rating

5.0 / 5

Based on 1 review

Reviews Chef Dana received outside of Cozymeal

Rich

07/18/23

Chef Dana showed me how to make crepes with strawberry compote, mascarpone and vanilla. She was really knowledgeable and able to answer all of my questions while still prepping!

07/18/23

Chef Dana

Vegan Currito Bowl

Authentic South Indian Brunch

Classic Seasonal Table - Date Night

Hibachi Grill Extravaganza

Ultimate Holiday Culinary Feast

Trattoria Night With Italian Classics

Exploring the Mission District

Explore Chinatown and Little Italy

North Beach Neighborhood Cuisine

Authentic Flavors of India

Classic Italian Kitchen Techniques

Holiday Cookie Decorating Duel

Making Macaron Magic

Pancakes and Mimosas Pajama Brunch

Caribbean-Style Fish Tacos and Margaritas

Private Chef Meals WITH Chef Dana THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Middle Eastern Cuisine

Signature French Bistro

Cooking Classes WITH Chef Dana THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Sophisticated Spanish Tapas

Classic Flavors of Cyprus

Techniques From Northern Italy