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Cheffed by Zain

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Hello, I'm a personal chef with a passion for cooking and a diverse culinary background. While I'm highly experienced in Mediterranean cuisine, my love for food extends to South American, West African, and Asian cuisines as well. With years of experience in the kitchen and a dedication to using only the freshest and highest quality ingredients, I'm able to create unique and unforgettable dining experiences for my clients. Whether you're looking to explore new flavors or rediscover old favorites, I'm here to help you discover the true pleasure of great food.
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Hired 25 times

Serves Houston, TX

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2 employees

6 years in business

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Additional food/drink

Dessert

Cold beverages (non-alcoholic)

Cuisine types

American - casual

American - formal

Italian

Southern

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101 photos

Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Ashley S.

Sep 1, 2025

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We had the absolute pleasure of working with Zain, and I cannot recommend her enough! From start to finish, she was kind, professional, and incredibly accommodating to our needs. Every dish she prepared was not only delicious, but you could truly taste the love and care she put into each meal. The presentation was beautiful, the flavors were outstanding, and she went above and beyond to make the entire experience special. If you’re looking for a personal chef who combines skill, passion, and genuine warmth, Zain is the perfect choice!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 3 - 5 guests • Breakfast / brunch • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - casual • Italian • Southern • Meal prepared onsite • A few times per day • My home, venue, etc.

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Reginald M.

Jun 11, 2025

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Zain is an excellent chef, highly professional, and clearly shows she cares about her clients. There wasn't a single meal that she prepared for me that I didn't enjoy! Thank you again for the personal home cook meals and I hope to use your services again very soon

Details: Regular meal • 1 guest • Breakfast / brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - casual • Southern • Asian • Mexican / Latin American • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Indian • I'm flexible • A few times per month • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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James D.

4 weeks ago

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Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Lunch • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - formal • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • French • Asian • Gluten free or celiac • Dairy intolerant • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Britany C.

Aug 8, 2025

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We had the absolute pleasure of hiring Chef Zain and from start to finish, the experience was nothing short of exceptional. She is professional, kind, and incredibly personable, making the entire evening feel warm and inviting. We event took a photo with her at the end of dinner to commemorate the wonderful evening! Her attentiveness to food allergies and sensitivities was very mindful (though we didn’t have any), and her attention to detail was evident in every aspect of the meal. The menu was curated specifically for us with a Spanish-Caribbean flare. All meals timely and beautifully executed—every dish bursting with flavor. The charred steak tostones were a showstopper, cooked to perfection with an irresistible green jalapeño-cilantro crema on top. The authentic paella was stunning, perfectly seasoned, and in abundance. The grand finale—the rum cake with vanilla ice cream and toasted coconut— it was truly to die for. We cannot recommend Chef Zain enough, in fact, we plan to spread word of her amazing talent to all of our colleagues and friends! If you’re considering hiring her, do it—you will not be disappointed!

Details: Brunch / dinner party • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • Dessert • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Mexican / Latin American • American - formal • French • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Jaycee J.

Jul 22, 2025

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I contacted and hired Chef Zain for my sister's bachelorette party and I am so happy I did. My request was a little last minute (only about two weeks before the bachelorette), but she answered all my questions quickly and delivered on my menu requests perfectly. The food was even better than I imagined it would be. I am sad that I do not live in Houston or I would hire Zain many more times!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Standard (basic ingredients) • Dessert • American - casual • Southern • Asian • Nut allergies • I'm flexible • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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