Chef Lisa Donat

Chef At Home in Pasadena
Chef Lisa Donat

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Health-focused farm-to-table artist with a twist of Mediterranean spice and warm, sweet indulgences.

I graduated from The Institute of Culinary Education in LA with a diploma in Plant-Based Culinary Arts and Nutrition. Sharing an appreciation for boutique-style, farm-to-table cooking, I've cultivated a passion for Mediterranean and French cuisine during my time in high-end, professional kitchens.

Now, I work with clients to tailor weekly brunches, lunches, and dinners according to their specific dietary needs, including but not limited to Vegetarian, Specific Carb Diet or GAPS, Kosher and Paleo.

During my free time, I love helping out at local homesteads, building great connections to farmers and learning more about where exactly food comes from.

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More about me

For me, cooking is...

Making an excuse to spend time with family and loved ones.

I learned to cook at...

The Institute of Culinary Education in Los Angeles and working at many kitchens under skilled chef mentors.

A cooking secret...

Not over complicate the dish, because at the end of the day, good ingredients don't need a lot to cover up to taste delicious.

My menus

Book your experience with Chef Lisa

Specify the details of your requests and the chef will send you a custom menu just for you.