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Chef Desi

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About
My Story Over the past 14 years, I’ve honed my skills in various kitchens, starting in fine dining, where I learned the importance of precision and technique. My roots, however, have always been grounded in the soulful flavors of the dishes I grew up with. Raised on soul food, I developed a deep appreciation for rich, comforting flavors. Along the way, I also fell in love with the vibrant and bold tastes of Jamaican cuisine, which has had a profound influence on my cooking style. My passion for food is not just about cooking — it’s about creating experiences, telling stories, and celebrating culture through every dish. Whether I’m preparing a classic soul food dish or experimenting with Jamaican spices, I pour my heart into everything I make. Cooking is my art, and there’s nothing I’d rather do than share that with others.
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Current Top Pro

Hired 5 times

Serves Virginia Beach, VA

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1 employee

16 years in business

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2025

Services offered
Event type
Meal

Breakfast or brunch

Lunch

Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres

Dinner

Drinks and dessert

Dessert

Non-alcoholic drinks

Alcoholic drinks

Coffee or tea

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Projects and media
Reviews

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

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Malik B.

2 weeks ago

Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • Southern • Meal delivered • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Denise K.

6 days ago

Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Holiday meal (Mother's day, Valentine's day, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Breakfast / brunch • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • Dessert • Italian • Southern • American - casual • Meal prepared onsite • A few times per week • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Personal Chef
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Michael G.

Aug 9, 2025

Hired on Thumbtack

It was an absolute pleasure having you at our event our residents loved the food, the conversations, and just your overall personality. Thank you!

Details: Outdoor event • Lunch • American - casual • Barbecue • Buffet • I'm flexible • Office • Yes, partial kitchen (fridge and sink only) • 40 - 49 guests • Serving and warming equipment • Standard (basic ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering
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Past Customer

Jun 8, 2025

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Past Customer

Jun 8, 2025

From Google

Chef Desi is one of the only people in the United States of America I would ever trust to prepare food for me and my family. Not only is she extremely efficient, always on time, has a wide range of food choices, and a very sophisticated pallet, she also made It her personal mission to make sure my event was as regal as the Met Gala. When I tell you, there is no better food youll find on the East Coast, I mean that. There is no price you can put on the amount of love, dedication, sophistication, and professionalism She puts into every plate. You would be doing yourself a disservice by not considering working with this amazing chef. So go..tell your friends, your family, your coworkers and even your local mailman about this phenomenal Artist in the kitchen. Thank me later
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