Celebrity Chef with a Ph. D in Metaphysical Science
I’m Chef Z, specializing in contemporary American comfort cuisine. Exploring diverse culinary landscapes worldwide, I gather inspiration to reinterpret dishes with my unique touch. For event bookings, reach me at [email protected].
Private chef nationally known to recreate food that his mother made for him as a child
Malik Ali is a private chef nationally known to recreate food that his mother made for him as a child. Chef Malik grew in South Philadelphia and started his lovee food by helping his mom out at the home kitchen. Being one of thirteen siblings, Chef Malik was the one who loved spending the most time in the kitchen helping his mother prepare large meals for the family. Chef Malik received accolades for the outstanding dishes he prepares, competitions he participated in, and other works that involved his food being loved by the people. Contact [email protected]
Catering using fresh & local produce. Founder of the Beef Babes Burger Pop-up & More
Katie Briggs is a chef and activist based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Katie is a 2016 James Beard Women in Culinary Leadership recipient. Their resume boasts whole-animal butchering, hosting culinary events and pop-ups from California to Maine, (as well as abroad in France and Germany) and several years touring with the acclaimed culinary circus Outstanding in the Field to nearly all 50 states.
Known for our homemade jerk, and seafood macaroni and cheese.
From a small West Philly girl cooking for her family, my journey as a professional chef began in 2018. In 2019 I bought my Caribbean Halal food cart. I provide unique food experiences to local beer gardens throughout Philadelphia. During the pandemic in 2020 I was honored to help provide hot meals for hundreds of families in the West Philadelphia area. In 2021 I continue to grow, providing meal prep and catering. -Chef Melanie Henriques
Plant-based Peruvian food made with vegan, gluten-free, and organic ingredients.
La Llamita Vegana is a passion project years in the making that came to fruition in 2023. Chef Alex, a life-long Peruana and 14+ year vegan, uses her love of rich traditional Peruvian flavors and sustainable plant-based eating to create unique flavorful dishes that represent her culture and passion for the environment. La Llamita participates in small-batch catering, markets, & pop-up events in the Philadelphia area. The best way to contact us for orders is via the contact page on our website or reaching out to [email protected]
Plant-Based Philly Ital Cuisine
Taste Maker & Chef
Chef Michael Carter is the founder and creator of Plated Philly. He enjoys pushing the boundaries between food and art with funky spins on everything from classic French cuisine to American classics. "Cooking is my passion there’s nothing more rewarding than seeing the smile on someone’s face after receiving a plate from you."
Favorite ingredients to work with are those local and in season
My favorite ingredients to work with are those local and in season. You’re able to utilize the ingredient in its most organic form and support local peyuvors. This is why I love my hometown of Philly we have some of the best places to get quality ingredients that are not just accessibly to the culinary community. I always hope to reflect in my cooking the value that good quality food should and can be accessible to any and everyone. Folks can reach me via email at [email protected] or website rootedsolefeeds.com
Filipino Philly Flavors; Rice Bowls, Bistek Chisteks & More
Tabachoy is a Tagalog nickname given to a friend or family member; it means chubby or fatty. We know it sounds mean, but Filipinos give each other inappropriately appropriate nicknames all the time. Your baby brother’s got some neck rolls? Tabachoy. Auntie’s six months pregnant? Tabachoy. Or your dad’s got a six pack, but just finished his third piece of bibingka? Tabachoy! We cook the food that got us made fun of in elementary school, when we opened our country crock “Tupperware” - the food that reminds us of home. We don't strive to make a better adobo than your mothers, but we do want to share ours with you.