Chef Emira Orange County, CA
ServeSafe Food Protection Manager Certificate #20156244
An Interview with chef Emira:
What made you want to become a chef? My aunt would come over and make these delicious meals with ingredients that she would get from our garden. I always wondered why anyone else couldn't do that. What is your signature dish? Lamb Chop with Hazelnut Pesto What are the five ingredients you can’t live without? Onion, Garlic, Olive oil, olives and fresh herbs What do you love about cooking? Cooking is an art form that allows for personal expression. You can experiment with flavors, textures, and presentations, creating dishes that reflect your personality and creativity. When you’re creating a new recipe, what influences and inspires you? Cookbooks and Magazines, Family Recipes, Dining Experiences, Seasonal Ingredients. What advice would you give a new cook? Choose straightforward recipes that require minimal ingredients and techniques. This will help you gain confidence without feeling overwhelmed. What are you doing when you’re not cooking? During my free time, I enjoy yoga, hiking, getting together with family, dining out, and meeting friends for coffee. What are yor guilty pleasures? An Albanian dessert called tespixhe, which is soaked in simple syrup. What 5 tools should every new cook have in the kitchen? A sharp chef's knife, sturdy cutting board, versatile skillet, measuring cups and spoons, set of mixing bowls List/describe three of your favorite tips or techniques you use in the kitchen? Use a digital thermometer, mise en place, season your dishes |
Chef Emira studied at the La Cuisine Culinary Art Professional Chef Program and graduated with distinction in 2015. Since then, she has also become certified in a Nutrition course. Emira's passion for food is with Mediterranean cuisine as she grew up on the coast of the Mediterranean! She takes full advantage of the wide variety of fresh ingredients found in the area, especially the local produce from Farmers' Markets. Emira's passion is cooking clean, healthy foods with tons of flavor! Whether it's plant based, low carb, or other diet you're after, chef Emira has amazing recipes and talent. Accomplishments: Marriott Cooking School Regional Marriott Master of the Craft Westin Hotel Cooking Competition Winner Specialty Diet Cuisine Expertise: Keto, Low Fat, Low Sodium, Low Carb, Mediterranean, Plant Based, Vegan, Allergies & Sensitivities, and Vegetarian "Lately, I am drawing inspiration from the cuisine of Italy, where "eating well" means using super-fresh, unprocessed or minimally processed, high quality ingredients to create delicious, healthy meals without a hint of deprivation." ~ Chef Emira
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Candice and Moonie, Orange County, CA
“I have had the pleasure of Chef Emiras meals for over 2 years now. I could not recommend her more to anyone who seeks a change in lifestyle. With a family member who has had heart surgery it is crucial to stay healthy, and it has been made easy with these delicious meals. Emira always leaves the kitchen cleaner then before which is above and beyond for us! Easy 5/5 stars.”
Anonymous, Orange County, CA
“Chef Emira has changed my life! She makes delicious food for my family every week. It’s healthy and tasty. My kids eat it no problem! If you’re looking to have professional food for dinner so you never have to cook, this is where it’s at. I used to spend so many hours agonizing about cooking and cooking myself but now, it’s done and I have more time back for myself and less mental load.”
Courtney
It went great with Emira! She was on time, friendly, professional, the food has been delicious and the kitchen was left clean as a whistle! So excited to try all the meals she prepared this week
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